A real 2012 smartphone (Nokia Lumia 800 review)

A real 2012 smartphone (Nokia Lumia 800 review)

The new Nokia Lumia 800 is quite possibly the most exciting phone I've seen since the iPhone 4. This phone is a really good sign of things to come from Nokia.

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On common sense and convenience (22seven reviewed)

On common sense and convenience (22seven reviewed)

Recently launched personal finance service (22seven) promises to transform banking. But at what cost?

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My New York beginners’ guide (Part I)

My New York beginners’ guide (Part I)

New York City is an awesome, but initially quite daunting place to visit. These are my thoughts on the basic of traveling to the city that never sleeps. Part I deals with logistics.

Jan 8, 2012     No Comments
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Marhaba doesn’t always mean “welcome” (Marhaba Lounge T3 DXB)

Marhaba doesn’t always mean “welcome” (Marhaba Lounge T3 DXB)

Marhaba Lounge at Dubai Airports disappoints by not living up to it's promises and does little to alleviate the annoyance of waiting at the airport.

Jan 2, 2012     1 Comment
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Investment Banker for a Week (Andaz Wall Street)

Investment Banker for a Week (Andaz Wall Street)

The Andaz Wall Street is an exceptional hotel offering all the modern conveniences you could wish for. This is peek into how the other half lives.

Dec 19, 2011     1 Comment
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When a loyalty programme makes you hate the brand (SAA Voyager)

When a loyalty programme makes you hate the brand (SAA Voyager)

Airline loyalty programmes are supposed to encourage passengers to use a service and to show they are being appreciated. SAA Voyager is achieving the opposite.

Sep 20, 2011     4 Comments
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The Height of Luxury

The Height of Luxury

If you enjoy luxury there really is only one place to visit. The Burj al Arab is the world's only 7-star hotel and I recently went for high tea at their SkyView bar.

Aug 22, 2011     1 Comment
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In search of the Real Dubai

In search of the Real Dubai

Dubai is magical enigma, a city set literally in the middle of nowhere - in a desert. Upon visiting you quickly realise that this is a special and very unusual place.

Aug 11, 2011     No Comments
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