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Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Cultural District on track for completion by 2025

Saadiyat Cultural District, once complete, is set to be one of the most exciting destinations in the world for art and culture enthusiasts

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 mall unveils elite personal shopping suite

Dubai Mall unveils Elite Personal Shopping Suite for customers

Located on the second floor of Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue, this addition aims to set a new benchmark for personalised shopping experiences

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

flydubai to fly to 10 new seasonal destinations starting June

flydubai to operate to these 10 new ‘summer’ destinations in June

The Dubai-based carrier will launch flights to the 10 popular seasonal summer destinations between June and September

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

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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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Cyber incidents pose key threat for travel, hospitality sectors, shows survey

The findings of the Allianz Risk Barometer are based on insights from 3,000 risk management professionals and leaders

Trending destinations for Middle East travellers in 2024; see list

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, India and UAE remain the top travel destinations in 2024, revealed Wego, the online travel marketplace and travel app

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Sha Emirates by Imkan: Abu Dhabi’s island community dedicated to wellbeing

SHA Emirates will feature an international wellness clinic and residences that reflect a transformative approach to healthy living

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By the numbers: Global air passenger demand soars in March

March data from IATA signals a positive trend in the aviation sector, with airlines poised to capitalise on rising passenger demand in the months ahead

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Ultra luxury villa community Amali Island debuts in Dubai

Residents will enjoy beachfront resort-like amenities, including a 10,000-square-foot clubhouse, spa, floating helipad and floating padel court

Schengen visa process to go digital from 2028

Major Schengen visa update for Bahrain, Oman, Saudi Arabia and India

Under the new arrangement, nationals of Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Bahrain will be eligible for five-year multiple-entry Schengen visas

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Etihad to commence A380 service to Paris later this year

With the announcement, the French capital becomes the third destination to which Etihad’s A380s operate

Etihad launches A380 service to New York

Etihad Airways debuts A380 service to New York

 The addition of the A380 service demonstrates Etihad’s strategy to meet the burgeoning demand and expand its network in the US

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British Airways resumes service to Abu Dhabi after four years

The new daily service caters to the growing demand for further flights connecting the global tourism and business hubs of London and Abu Dhabi

This Abu Dhabi based airline is offering a 15% sale on tickets

This UAE airline is offering 15% off on tickets

Bookings made on April 19 unlock access to discounted fares on select routes until July 31

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‘The Freak is ahead of its time’, says Ulysse Nardin MD Matthieu Haverlan

Matthieu Haverlan, the new managing director of Ulysse Nardin, shares how the brand is redefining contemporary watchmaking with its unusual timepieces

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Spotlight on the Range Rover SV Bespoke Sadaf edition

The Range Rover SV Bespoke Sadaf is limited to only 20 units for the region

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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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Travel, tourism global contribution to hit record $11.1tn in 2024: WTTC

In 2023, the travel and tourism sector accounted for 9.1 per cent share of the global GDP with a workforce of nearly 330 million

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Eid al Fitr holiday travel: Visa-free destinations for UAE residents

At the onset of 2024, Skyscanner witnessed record travel demand, outperforming the global flights market and emerging as the fastest-growing metasearch platform in 2023

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Ramadan reflections: Crafting a sustainable future by reducing food wastage

Hospitality, especially during Ramadan, needs to reflect a conscious move away from overindulgence to crafting a sustainable future through reducing food wastage

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Dubai World Cup is 2024’s most anticipated sporting event, shows survey

The much-awaited race marks the end-of-season finale of the Dubai World Cup Carnival

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Visa-free travel to Schengen countries soon? GCC-EU talks see progress

Representatives of the GCC and EU meet in Belgium to discuss the visa-waiver programme

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UAE residents now eligible for Morocco eVisa: How to apply

The change in application channels comes with reduced processing times as well

Ramadan in the UAE

10 things to know about Ramadan etiquette in the UAE

With its rich history and traditions, Ramadan in the UAE offers a unique and culturally enlightening experience, for all

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Eid al Fitr holiday: International travel destinations grow in popularity

Outbound travel numbers had gone up substantially this year with international travel packages making up 60 per cent of all bookings

Poland

Top 5 must-visit destinations in Poland: Uncover the hidden gems of Eastern Europe

Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or seeking a cozy winter retreat, Poland is a destination that promises unforgettable memories