
Matt Cassidy
Features Editor at Yalla Abu Dhabi
Journalist working in Dubai - Long suffering Ulster Rugby supporter - Amateur gastronome
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3 weeks ago |
dotwnews.com | Matt Cassidy
Jagged mountains awaiting to be conquered by skis, a smorgasbord of dishes and flavours that rivals the world’s culinary powerhouses, and a history and culture that stretches back millennia; it’s easy to see why Georgia has become such an attractive destination for intrepid and luxury travellers. HRH Prince Juan Bagration-Mukhrani is a great champion of the country’s fantastic experiences as well as its limitless potential.
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4 weeks ago |
dotwnews.com | Matt Cassidy
A wander along the narrow lanes, alleys and souks of Fez’s old quarter; a snorkel under the azure blue waves off Zanzibar’s golden coastline; a sunset stroll around the incredible temples of Angkor Wat; we all dream of indulging our wanderlust by waking up to a new destination and itinerary every day.
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1 month ago |
dotwnews.com | Matt Cassidy
The mid-afternoon sun is casting its golden glow on the rooftops of Business Bay’s megastructures. At their base, the roads heave with traffic as the area’s occupants and workers hurriedly go about their schedules without a second to spare. Some 69 storeys up, I peer down at this bustling scene in a realm of calm and peace; completely removed from chaos, completely removed from the stress.
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1 month ago |
dotwnews.com | Matt Cassidy
The drive along the enchanting Corniche is a journey through the history of Abu Dhabi. Beginning at the famed Zayed Port that was present at the city’s birth, I pass the apartment buildings and meticulously manicured parks that sprang to life in the city’s early years until I arrive at a collection of lustrous, curvilinear buildings that garner everyone’s attention.
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1 month ago |
dotwnews.com | Matt Cassidy
A fresh, crisp breeze wanders its way through the descending droplets of rain to my balcony that overlooks Milan’s uber-fashionable district of Quadrilatero della Moda. As a resident of the desert, the inclement weather is rather refreshing as I take in the views of the surrounding neoclassical buildings that are being pelted by this latest downpour. A glass of Champagne in one hand and an Armani/Dolci chocolate in the other, I believe that I have found my own definition of La Dolce Vita.
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It's quite incredible how the rugby's suits wrecked Super Rugby (along with Heineken Cup). Perfect comps with huge crowds and drama. Now both comps are complete shells or what they use to be

A classic Sharks try! 🦈 https://t.co/rc4vwBIsWn

What memories! Probably should've won that game but Kahn made save after save.

"Here's Robbie Keane! Yes!" 🤩⚽️ 23 years ago today, Robbie Keane snatched a late, late draw for Ireland against Germany at the 2002 FIFA World Cup 🌍🏆 One of those moments you remember where you were watching 🫶 https://t.co/cLoNOGHxw0

I don't think many of us saw this coming

Connacht Rugby and @IrishRugby are delighted to announce the appointment of Stuart Lancaster as the club's new Head Coach. Welcome to Connacht, Stuart! 💚 https://t.co/bZRssBAh8S https://t.co/vIo1jtevty