Siobhan Downes, Author at What's On

Vimto: How did this British soft drink become the Ramadan beverage of choice?

Siobhan Downes — Thu, 19 Feb 2026 09:00:36 +0000

Vimto, a bright purple, sugary brew, is an unlikely symbol of the Holy Month.

Siobhan Downes — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 06:40:32 +0000

People have been sharing their memories of life in the UAE during the 1990s - and it's as good as any time capsule.

Siobhan Downes — Tue, 20 Dec 2022 04:00:18 +0000

For when you feel like heading off the beaten path...

Siobhan Downes — Thu, 21 Jul 2022 12:45:51 +0000

From toilet steam baths, to vitamin D deficiency... prepare yourself for summer in Dubai.

Siobhan Downes — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 06:47:06 +0000

They might be rare, but it never hurts to be prepared...

Siobhan Downes — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 05:00:40 +0000

Nothing signifies the Holy Month quite like the deafening boom of cannon fire at sunset. Here's the story behind this iconic symbol.

Siobhan Downes — Mon, 09 Dec 2019 05:00:43 +0000

What to get the person who has everything? Try one of these only-in-Dubai experiences...

Siobhan Downes — Wed, 14 Aug 2019 12:45:22 +0000

From Chips Oman sandwiches to camel burgers and carrot cake...

Siobhan Downes — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 10:12:01 +0000

Eat your body weight in tapas on a foodie tour of the Catalan capital...

Siobhan Downes — Wed, 27 Feb 2019 11:05:15 +0000

But how will it compare to the iconic Dubai Fountain?

Siobhan Downes — Sun, 27 Jan 2019 07:56:24 +0000

Here's your chance to recreate Jack and Rose's iconic 'I'm flying' scene.

Siobhan Downes — Sat, 26 Jan 2019 07:42:24 +0000

XYoga Dubai will take over Kite Beach during the first weekend of February.