Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 27 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.
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70 Reverse Vending Machines and 26 Smart Bins in Abu Dhabi launched

There are plans to launch a vegetable garden too!

It’s the latest move to help keep delivery drivers safe on the capital’s roads

Two football teams to represent the country at world’s biggest youth tournament, the Gothia Cup

Paired with all-American menu at Viya Golf Abu Dhabi Restaurants

Al Safadi at Al Qana is scheduled for a mid-September opening

Cyclists will be able to enjoy the first-ever reverse ride on the closed Hudayriyat Cycling Track

Al Wathba, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa is an escape from reality into a world of timeless beauty and exotic allure

Asthma is a common condition, but the causes and diagnoses are not always cut and dried

The 20km community bike ride promises to take in breathtaking views from Abu Dhabi Corniche

A fabulous award-winning spa focuses on client well-being, excellent services and the ultimate selection of luxury products and brand

Book your flight on Etihad Airways flights for the vacay of a lifetime

The Brunch Staycation package includes a superior guestroom for two, breakfast and house beverage brunch in Nahaam for two, and pool and beach access

See over 100,000 marine animals including 150 species of birds, fish, mammals and reptiles

You can get a massive 25 per cent off your parking fines in Abu Dhabi

The views from the enormous terrace are outstanding and not to be missed

The redesigned menu has been created by Italian Chef Giampaolo Maffini

How ChaptGPT can have a positive impact on teaching and learning

The Hospital’s Education Department offers an impressive range of around 20 training specialities

Akbar The Great Nahi Rahe (Akbar is no more ‘The Great’) is coming to the UAE

A whirlwind of traditional and modern floor acrobatics, dance, and break dancing

Thinking of your next day off? We’ve got you covered

It’s the largest amount of worshippers since the mosque’s opening

Endometriosis treatment at Danat Al Emarat Abu Dhabi

The British curriculum School’s success story builds on a proud heritage that dates back to its foundation

This is said to be “one of the world’s most rare and unique cases

In conversation with Chef Ahmed at Erth Abu Dhabi

Reduced working hours, change in parking fees, Eid al Fitr dates and more