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Air France resumes flights to Dubai after six months
Dubai is back on Air France’s route map If you’re flying between Dubai and Paris, there’s good news. Air France has resumed its Dubai flights after a six-month pause, while services to Riyadh have also returned. Air France flights to Dubai are back Air France is back flying between Dubai and Paris after a six-month […]
Dubai announces free parking this weekend
Do not pass go: The RTA has announced free parking in Dubai for the occasion of the Prophet Muhmmad’s (PBUH) Birthday… The Roads and Transport Authority of Dubai (RTA) has announced an updated public services schedule for Friday, August 28, 2026, on the occasion of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) Birthday. On this day, announced as […]
Temps could hit 49º today, but how hot can the UAE get?
Sun’s out, school’s out, chiller in the pool’s out. The forecast for today is ‘scorchio’ across the board, with high ambient temps and equally sweltering humidity… It’s officially an El Niño year, a cyclical weather pattern associated with extreme weather – and most notably increased global temperatures. Long-term UAE residents are no strangers to the […]
Dubai roads are getting busy again: 16 traffic fines you need to know
The summer holidays are winding down, which means UAE roads are about to become a lot busier With schools reopening and some returning back from summer holidays… morning and afternoon traffic is set to pick up again. Before the school runs and rush-hour journeys return, here are 17 traffic fines rules and fines worth keeping […]
Dubai Silicon Oasis introduces more paid parking zones
Parking in Dubai Silicon Oasis is changing, with more street parking spaces now operating as paid zones More parking spaces in Dubai Silicon Oasis have moved to a paid system, meaning drivers will now need to check the parking zone and fees before leaving their cars. The changes cover more of the community’s street parking […]
Renowned business and life strategist Tony Robbins is coming to Dubai
The Breakthrough experience will land at the Coca-Cola Arena in April 2027 Get ready to feel inspired: global life and business strategist Tony Robbins is returning to Dubai next year. Headlining on Saturday April 24, 2027, he’s set to bring BREAKTHROUGH – his transformational empowerment session for those looking to level up – to the […]
12 incredible megaprojects coming soon to Abu Dhabi
From Disneyland to private island resorts, the UAE capital is set to be transformed in the coming years with some world-class additions It’s safe to say there’s lots to look forward to in Abu Dhabi. The UAE capital has already unveiled some seriously wow-worthy attractions and developments in recent years, from the now near-complete Saadiyat […]
Renowned Capella Hotels to open a hotel in Dubai
The 106-key luxury hotel will sit alongside Aman Dubai and Rosewood Dubai as part of the Dubai Peninsula development Capella Hotels has been ranked as the World’s Best Hotel Brand for four years in a row by Travel + Leisure, and now Dubai is set to get its first Capella property. The ultra-luxury Capella Dubai […]
Try these indoor running clubs in Abu Dhabi to beat the heat
Too hot to run outside? These indoor options in Abu Dhabi let you get your miles and steps in without the heat. Running in Abu Dhabi can be tricky during the summer months, when temperatures make heading outdoors less appealing. Luckily, there are a few indoor options where you can keep moving, from a weekly […]
10 sports bars to watch the English Premier League in Abu Dhabi
The English Premier League is back… The new Premier League season is here, and if you’re looking for somewhere to watch the football in Abu Dhabi, there are plenty of places to choose from. From sports bars to Irish pubs, these spots are great for watching the games with friends, grabbing some food and enjoying […]
You can now book Dubai’s driverless taxis on Uber
Here’s your go-to guide for booking an autonomous trip on Uber Dubai’s self-driving cars have been on the roads for several months now, but as the fleet expands, it’s becoming easier to book a driverless taxi in Dubai, with the autonomous Apollo Go vehicles now available to book on Uber. Uber has teamed up with […]
Dubai’s iconic Toyota building to be demolished
The landmark Sheikh Zayed Road tower will be demolished next year, with tenants having until the end of 2026 to move out It’s been a landmark on Sheikh Zayed Road since 1974, with the Toyota sign illuminating SZR since 1981. But Dubai’s iconic Toyota building is set to be demolished. Per Gulf News, the tower […]
Noren is one of Dubai’s newest Japanese restaurants opening this month
Noren is bringing sushi, sake and Japanese grill dishes to JLT JLT is getting a new Japanese restaurant, and Noren is the name to know. Created by former Zuma Managing Director Ilir Caushi and Executive Chef Pawel Kazanowski, the restaurant will move from sushi and raw dishes to Japanese grill plates, with cocktails and sake […]