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Planning Hajj 2027? Saudi Arabia Just Combined These Key Services
What happened? Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Hajj and Umrah has launched a Comprehensive Package for overseas pilgrims for Hajj 2027. Who is affected?...
Burj Al Arab to Reopen in October 2027 After Major Restoration
Jumeirah Burj Al Arab is set to reopen in October 2027 after an 18-month restoration programme. Jumeirah announced the project in April 2026,...
Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2027 Dates Confirmed
Dubai Esports and Games Festival 2027 will take place from April 9 to April 25, 2027, across multiple locations in Dubai. Organised by...
Dubai Introduces AI Driving Tests With Automated Results
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has introduced the next generation of its Smart Test System (STS) for light-vehicle yard driving tests. Announced...
Emirates Passengers Can Get AED 535 Worth Of Free Dubai Attractions This Winter
Emirates is offering eligible passengers three complimentary Dubai experiences worth AED 535 per traveller when they book qualifying return flights to Dubai. The...
UAE National Day 2026: Airfares could double for popular holiday destinations
Airfares to some popular destinations could rise sharply during the UAE National Day 2026 break as travel demand increases. Musafir expects high-demand leisure...
Riyadh Season 2026 Starts October 21 With Six Kings Slam, UFC And New Attractions
Riyadh Season 2026 will start on October 21, 2026, the Saudi General Entertainment Authority (GEA) has confirmed. The seventh edition will run for...
Dubai’s New Etihad Rail Station Is Open: Tickets Start at AED39
Etihad Rail has officially opened its Dubai passenger station ahead of the September 30, 2026 launch of services connecting Dubai with Abu Dhabi...
Sharjah Safari Run 2026 Returns on October 4 With Four Race Categories
The Sharjah Sports Council is preparing the fourth edition of the Sharjah Safari Run on October 4, 2026, at Sharjah Safari in Al...
Why Nearly 7 Million Tourists Are Flocking to Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Every Year
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Centre marked World Tourism Day on September 27, 2026, with special cultural tours highlighting the Abu Dhabi landmark’s...
