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Dubai Safari Park announces Season 8 opening date
Dubai Safari Park returns with more than 3,000 animals, six wildlife zones and safari adventures Dubai Safari Park is getting ready to reopen its gates, with Season 8 officially kicking off on October 12, 2026. The popular wildlife attraction brings more than 3,000 animals, six themed zones and a host of wildlife experiences back to […]
Wynn Al Marjan Island Resort reveals spectacular new Townhomes and Royal Apartments
A duo of Royal Apartments and four Townhomes will be the ultimate luxe stays in Ras Al Khaimah when Wynn Al Marjan Island Resort opens next year Wynn Al Marjan Island is set to seriously up the luxe for stays in Ras Al Khaimah, with its newly revealed Royal Apartments and Townhomes. The USD5.7 billion […]
Abu Dhabi introduces new speed limit on E311 starting Monday
Drivers using the E311, a key Abu Dhabi highway will need to slow down from next week A new speed limit is coming into effect on part of Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Road (E311), with Abu Dhabi Mobility confirming that the maximum permitted speed will drop from 120km/h to 100km/h. The change will […]
Here’s how talabat is making back-to-school easier for UAE families
Sponsored: From school-gate surprises to weekly prizes, talabat is helping parents tackle the back-to-school rush Going back to school is never easy. And we don’t just mean for the kids. Parents also feel the pressure as everyone tries to get back into a routine, from early mornings and school runs to grocery lists and packed […]
Al Maktoum International Airport to get second runway by end of 2027
The new runway is part of the next phase of Dubai World Central’s major expansion There’s an update on the expansion of Al Maktoum International Airport in Dubai South, with DWC’s second runway now set to open by the end of 2027. “The opening of the second runway will be the next major milestone for […]
Etihad Airways to launch direct flights between Abu Dhabi and the Red Sea
Flights are already on sale for October Fancy a Red Sea escape without the long-haul flight? From October, you’ll be able to fly directly from Abu Dhabi to Red Sea International Airport (RSI) with Etihad Airways, putting the region’s luxury resorts, turquoise waters and islands just over three hours from the UAE capital. The new […]
The must-try Chinese restaurants in Dubai
Chopsticks at the ready for Dubai’s best Chinese restaurants From crispy dim sum and hand-pulled noodles to fiery Sichuan dishes and elegant Cantonese fare, Dubai’s Chinese restaurant scene has plenty to tempt your taste buds. Whether you’re planning a special dinner or simply looking for a new spot for your next Chinese food fix, these […]
iPhone 18 UAE launch: prices, pre-sale date, colours unveiled
Pre-sale of the first two iPhone 18s begins on Saturday, September 12 Apple loyalists, take note: the first two iPhone 18’s are set to launch in the UAE next week. Apple announced at its reveal on Wednesday September 9 that the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will go on pre-sale on Saturday […]
J1 Hotel, a Gran Meliá Hotel to open in 2027 with Zuma Beach Club, Park Chinois and more
It’s set to be one of the hottest new hotels in Dubai J1 Beach is already home to a string of top restaurants and beach clubs, including Sirene by GAIA, Gigi Rigolatto and Baoli. But that enclave of Jumeirah 1 is set to get even better with the arrival of J1 Hotel, Dubai’s first Gran […]
Wizz Air to resume budget flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi
The low-cost airline will resume flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi in October, with fares from Dhs269 Wizz Air is set to resume flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the low-cost airline has announced. In a post shared to Instagram, the budget airline confirmed that it would be resuming flights to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, […]
Selling Sunset’s The Oppenheim Group is opening a Dubai office
Could Dubai be next for a Selling Sunset Netflix show? Here’s what Jason Oppenheim had to say… Selling Sunset is the smash-hit Netflix real estate reality TV series that’s taken us inside the homes of the rich and famous via their cutthroat agents at The Oppenheim Group since 2019. And now The Oppenheim Group is […]
Dubai launches ‘Click & Travel’ mobile service for faster airport checks
It will be the world’s first mobile service to complete entry and departure procedures at Dubai airport during peak times and emergencies. Dubai airport passengers will soon be able to complete passport procedures without having to make their way to a fixed immigration counter. GDRFA Dubai has launched Click & Travel, a new mobile service […]
Dubai Metro turns 17: From 10 stations to a city-wide network
Happy Birthday, Dubai Metro! This is hard to believe, but the Dubai Metro turns 17 today. The launch of the Dubai Metro wasn’t just another transport upgrade – it was a city-shaping moment that redefined how millions move across the emirate. The Dubai Metro has grown from a bold experiment into one of the world’s […]