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Sheikh Mohammed shares heartfelt tribute to his late brother Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid
“You are absent from our eyes but not from our prayers and hearts” HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has shared a heartfelt tribute to his brother, Sheikh Ahmed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who has passed away aged 76. In a thoughtful statement shared on […]
8 fun things to do this week in Abu Dhabi: Sept 21 to 24
There’s plenty of fun to be had in Abu Dhabi this week From trying new twists on a classic cocktail across the city to making new friends and getting lost in a unique art experience, here’s all the fun things to do this week in Abu Dhabi. Explore a new spot for Negroni Week in […]
This Dhs40 pass gets you unlimited films at Sharjah Film Platform
Sponsored: Film fans, you don’t want to miss out on this If you love switching off with a good film, you’ll be thrilled to know that Sharjah Film Platform is returning for a new edition this month, with an early bird deal that’s hard to say no to. Running from October 30 to November 8, […]
7 things to do in Dubai this week: September 21 to 24
Here’s what your week could look like Your plans for the week can start here. There’s floating breathwork under the moon, Negroni Week taking over bars across the city and a few more reasons to get out and do something different. Pick one, make a plan or send it to a friend – here are […]
Autumn is officially set to begin in the UAE on September 23
It’s official, your favourite season, autumn, is set to begin this week in the UAE After what feels like an endless season of summer, autumn is gradually making itself known in the city with cooler evenings and mornings on the horizon. Set to officially commence on September 23 at precisely 4.05am according to astronomical calculations. […]
Dubai’s Oud Metha Road project officially completed
Upgraded roads and intersections are expected to boost traffic flow for drivers around Za’abeel, Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the completion of the Oud Metha Road and Al Asayel Street Development Project, which will further boost traffic flow in the area. Different parts of the project have opened […]
Sharjah Safari is reopening today with new animal encounters and tours
New animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours and more to discover this season Sharjah Safari is back for a new season from today, September 21, bringing visitors the chance to get up close with wildlife from across the world. The new season comes with new animal encounters, behind-the-scenes tours and plenty of reasons to plan a visit. […]
10 spots to visit for Negroni Week in Abu Dhabi
“What’s your drink of choice? A negroni … sbagliato … with prosecco in it.” Emma D’arcy’s iconic drink order will be playing in our minds on loop all week as we step into Negroni Week starting September 21. In partnership with bitters brand Campari, the initiative brings bars and restaurants together to celebrate the classic […]
Wilfred Thesiger in Arabia launched in Abu Dhabi
Eighty years after his first crossing of the Empty Quarter, a new book revisits Wilfred Thesiger’s journeys through Arabia in photographs, stories and personal accounts Long before the skylines and cities we know today, Wilfred Thesiger was crossing some of Arabia’s most remote landscapes with a camera in hand. His photographs captured desert life, Bedouin […]
Your guide to all the DJ gigs in Dubai this year
The nights are about to get louder, and so are Dubai’s DJ gigs Party season in Dubai usually rolls in from October, and if you’ve been missing the late-nights, the energy, and the groove – it’s all coming back. International artists are lining up, beach clubs are reopening, and the music lovers who paused during […]
Saadiyat Grove announces Q4 opening and unveils shops and restaurants
The much-anticipated luxury lifestyle destination in Abu Dhabi promises 20 new-to-region concepts across fashion, beauty and dining Abu Dhabi’s long-awaited Saadiyat Grove is officially set to open in Q4. Nestled in the heart of Saadiyat Island between the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi, soon-to-open Guggenheim Abu Dhabi and Zayed National Museum, this new, luxury retail and […]
Just In: Guggenheim Abu Dhabi tickets are officially on sale
The countdown to one of Abu Dhabi’s biggest cultural openings is officially on, with tickets for Guggenheim Abu Dhabi now available to purchase Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, The highly anticipated museum will open its doors on December 11, 2026, bringing a huge new space for contemporary art to Saadiyat Island. Designed by renowned architect Frank Gehry, […]
10 places to sip your way through Negroni Week in Dubai
Bitter, boozy and ready for a very good week Three ingredients, one orange peel and absolutely no need for an introduction. The Negroni has been holding its own for over a century, and for one week, it gets the drinks menu all to itself. Negroni Week in Dubai is bringing classics, one-off pours and some […]