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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 […]
ARTBAT to headline Ushuaïa Dubai this November with UPPERGROUND
Tickets for the show on Saturday, November 28 are on sale now Ushuaïa Dubai has revealed the second show of its Season 3 line-up, and it’s a big one: ARTBAT will bring their UPPERGROUND show to Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience on Saturday, November 28. It follows the season opener announcement earlier this month, when Adriatique […]
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 […]
VOX Cinemas opens a brand-new cinema at City Centre Me’aisem
Dubai Production City is finally getting its very own cinema If you live in Dubai Production City (previously International Media Production Zone, or IMPZ), or one of the surrounding neighbourhoods, we have some good news: VOX Cinemas has officially opened at City Centre Me’aisem. If you’ve visited the mall to grab a bite, stock up […]
Palm Jebel Ali’s first retail destination will open in 2027
The Yard will bring 26 retail, dining, wellness and healthcare concepts to the new waterfront community It’s hard not to get excited about updates on Palm Jebel Ali, and this latest one is sure to catch the attention of shoppers. Dubai’s mega-project has announced its first retail and lifestyle destination, The Yard. Run by Dubai […]
Skip the traffic: 20 restaurants near Dubai World Trade Centre to try over ATM
This World Trade Centre dining guide will help you avoid the long Dubai Metro lines and traffic after you leave ATM If you’re heading to the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) or the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) for the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), brace yourself – crowds and traffic is almost guaranteed. […]
Is Hojicha the newest beverage trend in Dubai? Here’s where to try it
Move over, matcha. Dubai is having a Hojicha moment Dubai runs on caffeine, literally. Almost every other person you come across will have a preferred method of getting their daily caffeine fix. Whether it be an earthy matcha, creamy Spanish latte or even a cult classic karak. But in recent news, another beverage hailing from […]
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 […]
From fandom to phenomenon: The legacy of Middle East Film & Comic Con
Fourteen years on, Comic Con in the Middle East has grown from a gathering of fans to one of the region’s biggest celebrations of pop culture, creativity and community. The halls of Middle East Film & Comic Con (MEFCC) hold decades of legacy for fandoms in the region – more than superheroes and lightsabers, it […]
Lebanon’s graze BRGR opens in Abu Dhabi
Salam Street in Abu Dhabi has a new burger joint straight from Lebanon. Get your burger cravings satisfied with the newest player on the block. One of Lebanon’s favourites, graze BRGR has set up shop for the first time in the UAE on Salam Street, Abu Dhabi. The menu features seriously stacked burgers, loaded sides, […]
Abu Dhabi Festival 2026 lineup revealed
Hans Zimmer, American Ballet Theatre, the UAE National Orchestra and more on the programme for the 23rd edition of Abu Dhabi Festival Abu Dhabi Festival is returning this autumn with a packed programme of music, dance, opera and cultural performances, bringing some major international names to the capital alongside Emirati artists. The 23rd edition begins […]
20 of the best afternoon teas in Dubai to try
Tea, treats and the prettiest afternoon set-ups in Dubai Tea, cake, and the perfect excuse to relax – what’s not to love? Think plush settings, picture-perfect decor, and ocean views – Dubai has afternoon tea down to an art. Whether you’re here for the endless pours of tea or just in it for the pastries, […]
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 […]