The Dubai Fountain, one of the UAE’s most popular tourist attractions, is set to close for five months starting this May. Emaar Properties, the developer behind this iconic landmark near Dubai Mall and Burj Khalifa, announced on Wednesday that the fountain will undergo a full renovation. Known for its stunning synchronized water, music, and light...
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2025 International Excellence Awards to be Held at Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
The World Book of Records (WBR) London has announced that the 2025 International Excellence Awards will be hosted on February 19 at Atlantis The Palm in Dubai. This prestigious event aims to recognize and honor exceptional achievements across various industries on a global scale. WBR London, a leading organization in acknowledging outstanding accomplishments, has a...
Sheikha Latifa Opens AEEDC Dubai 2025, the World’s Largest Dentistry Event
H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority, inaugurated the 29th edition of the UAE International Dental Conference and Arab Dental Exhibition (AEEDC Dubai 2025) at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Known as the largest dentistry event globally, this year’s three-day exhibition has drawn over 66,000 participants...
UAE Leads GCC in Tourism Growth
The GCC region has emerged as a global hotspot for tourism, attracting 68.1 million visitors in 2023 and generating a record $110.4 billion in revenue. According to data from GCC-Stat, this marks a 42.8% increase in tourist arrivals compared to pre-pandemic levels in 2019. The Gulf countries are making steady progress towards their 2023-2030 tourism...
Emirates Opens Its Largest Lounge Outside Dubai
Emirates has unveiled its biggest lounge outside of Dubai at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, following a $5 million refurbishment. Located in the Satellite 1 Terminal (SAT-1), the lounge now spans 1,454 square meters, offering space for up to 250 passengers. Designed to cater to premium travelers, the lounge serves First and Business Class passengers as well...
Etihad Airways Becomes Official Airline Sponsor of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, has announced its new role as the Official Airline Sponsor of the Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open. This prestigious tennis tournament, which begins tomorrow, will feature top-class tennis stars from around the globe. By securing this partnership, Etihad reinforces its commitment to supporting sports and sporting...
Sharjah Airport Launches Direct Flights to Addis Ababa with Air Arabia
Sharjah Airport has officially launched its inaugural direct flights to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, marking a significant expansion of its travel destinations. Air Arabia will operate three scheduled weekly flights between Sharjah and Addis Ababa on Saturdays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, utilizing an Airbus A320 for these routes. This development was celebrated during a ceremony attended by...
Dubai Airport Sets Record with 92.3 Million Passengers in 2024
Dubai International Airport (DXB) welcomed a record-breaking 92.3 million passengers in 2024, marking an annual growth of nearly 6 per cent. The numbers surpassed DXB’s pre-pandemic peak of 89.1 million passengers in 2018 and exceeded the airport’s earlier forecast of 91.9 million travelers for the year. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of...
Emirates Resumes Flights to Beirut and Baghdad Starting February 2025
Emirates Airlines has announced that it will resume flights to Beirut, Lebanon, beginning on 1st February 2025, with a daily service. Additionally, the airline will reinstate its daily flights to Baghdad, Iraq, on the same date. This move marks a significant return of services to both cities after a period of disruption. From February, Emirates...
Souq Al Freej Attracts Over 282,000 Visitors in Third Season
The third season of Souq Al Freej, organized by Dubai Municipality, ran from December 13, 2024, to January 19, 2025, at Al Warqa 3 Park and Al Barsha Lake Park. This year’s event saw a remarkable turnout, attracting over 282,000 visitors, which represents a 76 percent increase compared to the previous season in 2024. WAM...