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Food lovers, mark your calendars for November 21-23, as the MICHELIN Guide Food Festival is making its much-anticipated return to Abu Dhabi. This year’s festival will again take place at the Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental and is set to be a highlight of the Abu Dhabi Culinary Season. With 20 MICHELIN Guide-recognized restaurants from around the globe, this three-day culinary journey promises an unforgettable experience. MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025: What To Expect The MICHELIN Guide Food Festival 2025 is back with more flavor, flair, and fun than ever before. This year’s edition will bring together an incredible lineup of MICHELIN-starred...

The most magical time of the year is almost here, and Santa Claus is getting ready for his annual visit to the UAE. Families can look forward to snowy scenes, cheerful elves, and plenty of chances to hand over those Christmas wish lists. Whether you are in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, there are some great places to meet Santa this season. This article will be updated as more events and locations are announced, so stay tuned for more festive news. Where to Meet Santa in Dubai Winter Wonderland at Ski Dubai (December 1-25) If you are dreaming of a white...

Dubai’s retail scene is expanding again — this time with a brand-new mega mall in the Nad Al Sheba neighbourhood. Opening on Thursday, April 24, Nad Al Sheba Mall spans an impressive 500,000 sq. ft., offering a wide variety of retail, fitness, dining, entertainment, and healthcare options under one roof.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Nad Al Sheba Mall (@nadalsheba.mall) The mall is designed to serve nearby communities including Meydan, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Majan, and comes packed with facilities that cater to both families and solo visitors. What’s Inside Nad Al Sheba...

From high-energy parties and festive brunches to family-friendly shows and waterfront escapes, Bahrain’s weekend calendar is buzzing. Whether you’re in the mood for dancing till sunrise, celebrating Independence Day in style, or cooling off by the pool, here’s your ultimate list of weekend activities to make every moment count. Top things To Do This Weekend in Bahrain Family & Entertainment Disney On Ice ShowGet ready to twirl into pure magic! Watch your favorite Disney characters skate, spin, and sparkle across the ice in a show bursting with music, lights, and heartwarming stories. It’s one dazzling performance the whole family will...

Abu Dhabi has bold plans to become the first city in the region to introduce air taxi services with the aircraft from Archer Aviation, a US-based company specializing in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles. The Midnight eVTOL is a five-seat aircraft, designed to carry four passengers and one pilot. It can travel distances of up to 100 km at speeds reaching 241 km/h, using today’s battery technology. Built for short, back-to-back flights with minimal recharging time, it is expected to be a game-changer for urban mobility. Abu Dhabi Aviation (ADA) has signed an agreement with Archer Aviation to...

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched a pilot taxi-sharing service aimed at making travel between Dubai and Abu Dhabi more affordable and convenient. The six-month program allows passengers to share taxi rides between Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai and Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi, potentially slashing fares by up to 75%. The initiative, which started this Monday, enables passengers to pool their rides, dividing the costs depending on the number of passengers. If four people share a single cab, each rider will pay only AED 66 — a significant drop from the standard single-passenger fare. For...

If you park in Dubai’s Zone F areas, take note — paid parking rates and hours have changed. Parkin PJSC, the city’s largest parking operator, has introduced new fees starting February 1. In addition, paid parking hours have been expanded, and drivers now have to pay for parking from 8 AM to 10 PM, instead of the previous 8 AM to 6 PM. Dubai has 11 parking zones labeled A to K, divided into three categories: commercial areas, non-commercial areas, and special zones. The changes in Zone F apply to parking spaces in Al Sufouh 2, The Knowledge Village, Dubai...

Oh no, you've missed this event! But fear not because there are plenty of exciting events happening in UAE. Check out our full guide to upcoming events here! Abu Dhabi is gearing up to celebrate Eid Al Adha in style with a musical extravaganza featuring the legendary Rabeh Saqer. The concert, which will take place on June 30th at the Etihad Arena, promises to be a night of pure entertainment for music lovers in the city. Rabeh Saqer is a household name in the Arabic music industry and has been entertaining audiences with his melodious voice and heartwarming performances. Some...

A brand-new play park for kids, Leo and Loona, has arrived at Yas Mall. This massive space on the Mall’s 1st floor is packed with 30+ attractions spread across seven themed zones. Kids can zoom down glow-in-the-dark slides, race on go-karts, dive into creative workshops, and even pretend to be supermarket managers — though parents might have to explain why they can’t take home an imaginary shopping cart full of toy groceries! Leo and Loona isn’t just about running around — it’s a place where kids can explore their imagination. Young movie fans can enjoy screenings in the “Show and...

Shrek The Musical is now in Riyadh! The beloved fairy tale-turned-blockbuster hit is playing at The Arena from May 1st to May 13th, bringing all the magic and hilarity of the original film to the stage. Based on the 2001 DreamWorks Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony Award-winning production that follows the story of a grumpy ogre named Shrek, who embarks on a quest to rescue a princess named Fiona from a tower guarded by a fire-breathing dragon. Along the way, he encounters a talkative donkey, a conniving lord, and a host of other fairy tale characters. The...