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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Featuring more than 200 top-tier skaters from around the world in a spectacular four-day competition

Yalla’s picks of some of the best restaurants for the day of love!

Time to skip the brunch and go for the roast, especially when it’s this flavourful

The streets of Abu Dhabi just got a lot cooler – here’s how!

Here’s why tourists are flocking to the UAE

Find out what’s going on for the entire festival

All the deets you’ll need – place, time and what you can explore

All the details on how you can enter Al Ain Zoo for free

You’ve got no excuse to stay home!

All the details you’ll need for Ramadan in the UAE

Find out how to stay healthy during fasting period

Find out the importance and history of eating dates to break a fast during Ramadan

Find out what the actual word Ramadan actually means

How to avoid faux pas if you are new to experiencing Ramadan

Expands routes and increases baggage allowances for UAE travellers

Learn about Hag Al Laila 2025 in the UAE – its traditions, meaning, and whether it’s a public holiday.

Here’s how to grab your free shawarma in Abu Dhabi this Monday

All the details on this epic pool party in Abu Dhabi

Find how to avail of a massive 30 per cent sale!

Here’s what’s happening this week at ADSW 2025!

All you need to know about this unmissable event in Abu Dhabi

A double whammy for foodies and it starts this weekend!

Great news for pedestrians and cyclist too – find out how here!

All you need to know about the The Al Shira’aa Horse Show 2025