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Global Village Season 29: New features, experiences await visitors

With its fresh look and new features, Season 29 of Global Village promises to be the ultimate destination for families, friends, and visitors of all ages

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Dubai Metro Music Festival kicks off on Sept 21 – performances at these stations

This weeklong event will transform five Dubai metro stations into cultural hubs, featuring performances by 20 musicians from the UAE and around the globe

Go with the Flow: Saudi's SEVEN to bring new attraction to 3 cities

Go with the flow: Saudi’s SEVEN to bring new attraction to 3 cities

Flow House, known for its flowboarding, food and beverage offerings, and live events, will soon make its debut in Riyadh, Jeddah and Al Khobar

Global Village announces dates for Season 29

Global Village announces dates for Season 29

In its 28th season, Global Village welcomed 10 million visitors during – its longest season to date

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Adventure tourism: Dubai completes Hatta Mountain Trails; see details

Whether you’re a casual walker or a seasoned cyclist, these scenic trails offer a unique way to explore the rugged beauty of Hatta’s mountainous landscape

Singapore's Resorts World Cruises to launch cruises from Dubai

Singapore’s Resorts World Cruises to launch cruises from Dubai

Resorts World Cruises’ RW1 will embark from Dubai, providing a range of itineraries, including visits to popular destinations such as Sir Bani Yas, Doha, Khasab and Muscat

Surf Abu Dhabi to open in october

Surf Abu Dhabi all set for October opening

Surf Abu Dhabi’s WSL certification will enable the destination to host professional surfing events

The World’s First Ferrari Esports Arena in August

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to launch esports arena soon

The arena will feature 20 Grand Turismo simulators, including 17 adult seats and three seats tailored for younger guests

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh Image: Supplied

ROSHN Group to build 45,000-seat stadium in Riyadh

In addition to international sporting events, the new stadium will host other entertainment, cultural, and social events

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Fly with superheroes: Eithad, Warner Bros. World unveil branded aircraft

This collaboration, the first of its kind in the region, offers travellers an immersive experience featuring their favourite Warner Bros. characters

Theme for success: A chat with Dubai Holding Entertainment's Fernando Eiroa

Theme for success: A chat with Dubai Holding Entertainment’s Fernando Eiroa

The CEO of Dubai Holding Entertainment talks about the company’s innovative projects, including Real Madrid World, Global Village and the Coca-Cola Arena and the core values driving the group’s success

From bricks to big plans, LEGOLAND Dubai Resort's Tim Harrison-Jones shares details

From bricks to big plans, LEGOLAND Dubai Resort’s Tim Harrison-Jones shares details

The general manager of LEGOLAND Dubai Resort tells us why the destination remains a favourite with guests of all ages from across the world

Jebel Ali Beach Development Project gets green light; see details

Jebel Ali Beach Development Project gets green light: see details

The project aims to create a unique recreational beachfront with an emphasis on protecting the environment and supporting sustainability and eco-tourism goals

Travelling to Europe this summer? Use Uber's new boat services

Visiting Europe this summer? Try Uber’s new boat services

Tourists will be able to use the Uber app to access new nautical experiences in Ibiza, Venice, Athens, Paris, Corfu and Santorini

Summer at Dubai autodrome

Race through summer at Dubai Autodrome

Kick your adrenaline levels up several notches as you turn the city’s premier motorsport destination into your playground this season

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Ennismore integrates sustainable hotel brand Our Habitas into portfolio

Ennismore will take over the management and growth of Our Habitas, integrating it into its global collective of entrepreneurial, founder-built brands

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Eid Al Adha fireworks in Dubai: Where to watch

Dubai Parks and Resorts has organised a fireworks display, as well as a laser show, to celebrate Eid Al Adha

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All about Special One: World’s longest sportfishing yacht and its Saudi connection

The superyacht has been described as a sportfisher on steroids with a long flaring bow of a typical American sportfish boat

Dubai events calendar: Here's what's on in the city in June

Dubai events calendar: Here’s what’s on in the city in June

Fans will enjoy live performances by global stars like Hans Zimmer, Jason Derulo, French Montana, Jeff Chang, Amr Diab, Hussain Al Jassmi, Sherine Abdel Wahab, and Majid Al Mohandis

Emaar unveils The Heights Country Club and Wellness

Emaar unveils The Heights Country Club & Wellness

The residential offerings within the luxury development include townhouses and semi-attached villas

Dubai to build 13.5km multi-use track Image Dubai Media office

Dubai to build 13.5km track for cycles, scooters, pedestrians

Stretching from Al Sufouh to Dubai Hills via Hessa Street, the multi-use track will serve as a link between residential, commercial, and educational hubs

Masdar City Pump track study showed water savings from 40 to 60 percent

Masdar City unveils the region’s largest pump track for cyclists, skateboarders

The pump track is more than 7,500 square metres of shaded hills, banked turns, and rest areas supporting three tracks totaling more than 500 metres

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Cruise Saudi launches Aroya: A glimpse at the kingdom’s first cruise line

The flagship vessel of Aroya Cruises is an impressive 335-metre floating resort

Qiddiya, SEVEN merge to boost Saudi entertainment sector

Saudi Arabia’s Qiddiya merges with SEVEN to boost entertainment sector

The move is in line with the strategy to establish an entertainment, sports and culture powerhouse in the kingdom

MENA region leads global growth in luxury travel, reveals report

MENA region leads global growth in luxury travel: Mastercard

According to a Mastercard report, Kuwaiti tourists spend an average of $3,390 per card in Paris, five times as much as their American counterparts

Abu Dhabi and Etihad Airways offer free stopover stays programme image DCT Abu Dhabi

Etihad, DCT Abu Dhabi to offer free stopover stays in emirate

ravellers can choose from a selection of hotels across the city for one or two nights as part of their online booking on the airline’s website

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Ryan Reynolds follows Jason Momoa as Yas Island’s new chief island officer

Reynolds, best known for his role as the irreverent Deadpool, will now be tasked with putting Yas Island on the map for an international audience

Eid Al Adha, upcoming holidays in 2024: See details here Image: Getty Images

UAE: Eid Al Adha, upcoming holidays in 2024 – see details

Eid Al Adha will most likely be observed on June 16-18, depending on the Moon’s sightings

Real Madrid World debuts in Dubai; here are the key attractions images supplied

Real Madrid World debuts in Dubai; see list of park’s key draws

Visitors can explore the theme park with a one-day pass priced at Dhs295 through the website or on-site

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Eid al Fitr 2024 fireworks across UAE: Where to watch it in Dubai and Abu Dhabi

From Dubai’s Global Village to Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, fireworks will light up the night sky to mark Eid al Fitr 2024