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SEVEN Unveils SAR 1.3 Billion Destination in Jazan (1)

Saudi’s SEVEN announces SAR1.3bn entertainment destination in Jazan

SEVEN’s investment in Jazan is part of a larger, SAR50bn initiative to develop 21 entertainment destinations in 14 cities across Saudi Arabia

Botim app integrates The UAE Lottery, offers users seamless access

Botim app integrates The UAE Lottery, offers users seamless access

With the launch of The UAE Lottery on Botim, users can now access a wide range of entertainment options with just a few taps

Ali Al Ali, CEO Dubai racing Club why the region's appetite for horse racing will only grow

Insights: Why the region’s appetite for horse racing will only grow

While traditional racing strongholds such as the UK, Ireland, the US and Australia play a hugely important role in breeding horses and staging some of the best racing in the world, the last few years have seen a notable shift, says the CEO of the Dubai Racing Club

Ready, set, race to Dubai Autodrome

Ready, set, race to Dubai Autodrome

Shift into the fast lane for your next night out at Dubai Autodrome

Global Village season 29 highlights image Dubai Media Office

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

dubai metro music festival to begin on Sept 21 image-RTA

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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Majid Al Futtaim reports H1 net profit of Dhs1.6bn

Majid Al Futtaim Properties delivered a record performance, driven by the success of UAE-based shopping malls and strong consumer confidence

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

Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi x Etihad Airways Aircraft 1

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

Emaar’s Dubai Mall attracts 57 million visitors in H1 2024

Emaar’s Dubai Mall attracts 57 million visitors in H1 2024

The mall recorded a growth in retail sales in the first six months of 2024, ranging from 8 to 15 per cent higher than the same period last year

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

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

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

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

Jockeys compete in the Dubai World Cup horse racing event at the Meydan racecourse Image Getty Images

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

RTA inaugurates cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif

Dubai: Cycling tracks in Al Khawaneej, Mushrif now open to public

The new tracks mark a significant step towards Dubai’s ambitious goal of reaching 1,000 kilometres of cycling tracks by 2030

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Hai Ramadan returns to Expo City in March; here’s what to expect

The Ramadan-themed event is expected to held from March 9 to April 8 this year

Seven signs deal with Formula E Image Supplied

PIF’s Seven brings world-first Formula E karting attractions to Saudi

The Formula E Karting attractions will be built at four of Seven entertainment destinations located in Riyadh, Jeddah, Dammam and Abha

Dubai Calendar events in December 2023 -Winter Garden at Habtoor Palace Dubai until 31 January

Dubai Calendar: Here’s a lineup of sport, festive, music, NYE events in Dec 2023

Dubai Calendar has revealed an exciting array of events in December, including DSF, Sole DXB, Winter Garden and other events

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Saudi’s SEVEN unveils SAR1.3bn entertainment destination in Aseer

The entertainment destination is centrally located between the cities of Abha and Khamis Mushait, and will be developed with an investment of over SAR1.3bn

16th edition of EMIRATES AIRLINE FESTIVAL OF LITERATURE to start on January 2024 Image Supplied

Emirates Airline Festival of Literature returns in Jan 2024

Tickets for the festival, along with the full speaker lineup and programme details, will be available for purchase starting December 14

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Abu Dhabi: Yas Waterworld expansion to add thrilling new experiences

Yas Waterworld is a part of Yas Island that includes attractions such as Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, CLYMB Abu Dhabi and Yas Bay Waterfront

Mini World Capitol Building Washington at Global Village Image Dubai Media Office

Global Village welcomes visitors to Mini World, its latest attraction

Visitors can sharpen their golf skills at Mini Golf, a 3,300 square-metre destination with an 18-hole mini golf course

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Dubai Airshow 2023: Here’s how you can watch spectacular flying displays daily

Teams putting on a show include Frecce Tricolori, the Italian Air Force’s aerobatic demonstration team and Fursan Al Emarat, the UAE Air Force aerobatic display