https://londonmail.co.uk/2026/09/13/believe-it-or-not-this-is-dubai-forget-the-skyscrapers-shopping-malls-and-soulless-brunch-spots-the-uaes-crown-jewel-has-hidden-pockets-of-old-town-charm-riverboat-rides-and-traditional-street/London Mailen2026-09-13T19:50:09+00:00Believe it or not, THIS is Dubai. Forget the skyscrapers, shopping malls and soulless brunch spots – the UAE’s crown jewel has hidden pockets of old town charm, riverboat rides and traditional street food. Here’s how to find them…