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Saudi Arabia

Foreigners Can Soon Buy Properties In Saudi Arabia, Here’s How

With tons of international and local projects, the kingdom of Saudi Arabia is doing everything it can to diversify its economy. Saudi Arabia...

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passport expired? you can now renew it via the 24-hr service at dubai & abu dhabi airports

If you’re like us- wait until the last moment to renew passport, this new service in the UAE is going to be your...

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In Pics: Inside Dubai’s Ritz-Carlton Residences, Dubai’s Ultra-Luxury apartment

If luxury is your cup of tea, we’ve got some news! An ultra-exclusive, Marriott-stamped residential project is coming to Dubai. The Ritz-Carlton Residences,...

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Dubai’s Famous Bollywood Park Announces Permanent Closure

Dubai is home to several theme parks and attractions; however, whether you are a resident or a tourist, your trip to Dubai is...

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Carry Your Emirates ID For Eid Holidays, Advice Experts

EID holidays in UAE have officially begun! And with the long weekend ahead of us, many of us have started travelling to nearby...

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The world’s first Real Madrid theme park is opening in Dubai

Football lovers have reached a crescendo! After the World Cup in Qatar came to a close, it looks like fans are dying for something exciting...

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Qatari passport holders can now travel ‘visa-free’ to japan; conditions apply

In February this year it was announced that Qatari passport holders will be able to travel to Japan visa-free. Going by the recent...

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UAE Residents Can Now Apply For Japan Visas Online, Here’s How

If there’s one country other than UAE that is futuristic, chic, modern and traditional- it has to be Japan. From the iconic Mount...

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Emirates Airline To Operate Additional 38 Flights For Eid Al Fitr

Eid Al Fitr is just a few days away and to ensure that there’s no compromise or delay in flights and travel, Emirates...

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Dubai is now home to the UAE’s largest indoor dive tank

Are you a water baby? Love to explore the water and learn new stunts? Well, you now have a chance to learn scuba...