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Interior of the new British Airways lounge at Dubai Airport with bar, seating, and mirrored ceiling
Local News

British Airways’ Bold New Dubai Lounge Is Here, And It’s More Than Just a Waiting Room

Step off your flight, clear security, then pause. Not in transit. Pause in a space that feels alive. That’s exactly what British Airways...

Mansour Festival 2025 Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Local News

Mansour Festival 2025 Returns to Abu Dhabi With Four Days of Food, Culture, and Fireworks You Can’t Miss

If you thought Abu Dhabi’s event calendar couldn’t get any more exciting, think again. The Mansour Festival is returning this November, and it’s...

Abu Dhabi: The World's Happiest City in 2025
Local News

Abu Dhabi Crowned the Happiest City in the World for 2025

Abu Dhabi has been named the happiest city in the world for 2025, according to the Time Out Index. This ranking reflects the...

Dubai Smart Police Station Palm Jumeirah closure
Local News

Palm Jumeirah Smart Police Station Temporarily Closed

Dubai Police has announced the temporary closure of the Smart Police Station (SPS) located on Palm Jumeirah. The station will be closed from...

Hafawa Lounge
Saudi Arabia

Step Inside Riyadh Air’s Hafawa Lounge – The Airport Experience You Never Knew You Needed

Riyadh Air’s Hafawa Lounge at King Khalid International Airport redefines airport luxury. This exclusive space offers Business Class travelers a serene environment combining...

Global Village Dubai Season 30
Local News

Global Village Dubai returns with exciting new attractions and upgrades for its 30th season

Dubai’s iconic family destination, Global Village Dubai, is back for its 30th season celebrations starting October 15, 2025. This year, the park promises...

Dubai Stand Up Paddle 2025
HattaLocal News

Dubai Stand Up Paddle 2025 Returns to Hatta Dam for a Two-Day Fitness Weekend

Dubai Stand Up Paddle is back, and this year it is bigger than ever. What started as a single-day event is now a...

RTA green intercity bus departing Al Quoz Bus Station, representing the new Dubai-Abu Dhabi non-stop route.
Local News

New Non-Stop Bus Service Connects Dubai and Abu Dhabi

Traveling between Dubai and Abu Dhabi just became more convenient. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a new non-stop bus service...

Careem delivery rider dropping off food in Sharjah city streets, highlighting convenience and modern services.
Local News

Careem Officially Arrives in Sharjah: Food, Deliveries, Home Services, and More at Your Fingertips

Sharjah residents, the wait is finally over. Careem, the ride-hailing and lifestyle app that revolutionized Dubai’s daily routines, has officially landed in your...

Diriyah free entry
Local News

Don’t Miss Free Entry to Diriyah This October – History, Food & Fun Await!

Riyadh’s historic gem, Diriyah, is opening its doors for free entry this October, giving locals and tourists a chance to explore its rich...