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Dubai has a new destination for shopping, dining and essential services. Al Khawaneej Mall has officially opened in Al Khawaneej 2, offering visitors a variety of retail options, a hypermarket, cafés, and practical amenities – all within a single, thoughtfully designed space. Covering approximately 70,000 square feet, the mall includes a diverse mix of outlets, a children’s nursery, and an ENOC service station. Visitors will find everything from restaurants and cafés to a currency exchange and banking services, making it a one-stop spot for everyday errands and casual outings. One of the key highlights of Al Khawaneej Mall is its...

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is rolling out a series of traffic improvements, starting with the opening of new access points to Al Warqa neighbourhood from Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Road. Scheduled for early June, the project is expected to significantly ease congestion and reduce travel times for thousands of commuters. The new access point at Al Warqa 1 will increase road capacity by up to 5,000 vehicles per hour. Travel times on the route will drop dramatically from 20 minutes to just 3.5 minutes, while the journey distance will be reduced from 5.7km to 1.5km. The changes are...

Saudi Arabia’s hospitality sector continues to expand, and this time, the spotlight is on Abha. The scenic city in the Aseer mountains is set to welcome a major name in luxury hospitality: Waldorf Astoria Abha. The announcement, shared by ARDARA — an investment firm backed by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) — marks a milestone for the region’s tourism ambitions. The upcoming hotel will be part of AlWadi, a newly unveiled lifestyle community by ARDARA. The development aims to create a year-round destination that blends upscale living with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape.     View this post...

Dubai’s skyline continues to evolve with big ideas — and the newest addition promises to bring something entirely different to the table. Set to open in 2029, Akala Hotel & Residences will be the world’s first precision wellness hotel, combining modern science, sustainability, and hospitality in one destination. Located between Downtown Dubai and DIFC, the twin-tower development is designed with well-being at its core. Developed by Arada, the project is more than just a place to stay — it’s a space designed to help guests and residents live better. One of the 220-metre towers will host a next-gen hotel, while...

The UAE has officially launched Suhail, a pioneering jet-powered firefighting drone that’s designed to tackle fires faster and more efficiently — especially in areas that are hard to reach. Revealed at the UAE Pavilion during Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, Suhail is the first of its kind globally and highlights the UAE’s commitment to innovation in emergency response. Suhail is a product of collaboration between the Abu Dhabi Civil Defence Authority and UAE-based Drone First Building Services. This next-generation drone combines jet propulsion with advanced technologies like AI-powered LiDAR, computer vision, and 3D scanning. The result is a tool capable...

What do you do when you walk into a restaurant and find half the Marvel universe having dinner?  Bahrain just had its own mini Marvel moment, and no one saw it coming. Diners at the upscale Cipriani Bahrain were in for the shock of a lifetime when several Marvel actors casually dropped in for dinner. Yes, really. In a scene that felt straight out of a post-credits surprise, several Marvel stars were spotted casually dining together at the upscale hotspot. Among them were Letitia Wright (Shuri / Black Panther), Simu Liu (Shang-Chi), Anthony Mackie (Sam Wilson / Captain America), Tenoch...

Get ready for a family-friendly spectacle as Disney On Ice makes its way to Bahrain this August, bringing with it a fresh production titled “Into the Magic.” The show will run from August 12 to 17, 2025, at Exhibition World Bahrain, offering fans of all ages a chance to experience some of Disney’s most iconic stories in a new, ice-skating format. Audiences can expect to see beloved characters from a range of Disney favourites. The show features Moana on her daring ocean journey, Elsa as she discovers the power within her, Belle exploring the Beast’s enchanted castle, and Miguel diving...

Dubai Safari Park is preparing to wrap up its 6th season, with Sunday, June 1 marked as the final day before the summer closure. If you’ve been meaning to visit, now’s the time — this is the last chance to catch one of the city’s most popular outdoor attractions before the weather heats up. This season has been the busiest on record, with visitor numbers up by 67%. One of the biggest draws has been the nocturnal safari, which ran for four weeks and sold out every night.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by...

CineMAS Film Festival 2025 is in full swing at Manarat Al Saadiyat, and alongside the bold indie film lineup comes a culinary treat to match the cinematic energy. Taparelle restaurant has joined forces with Dine-W/Me and CineMAS to present Le Cartoon — a limited-time dining experience themed around animated cult classics. Running until Sunday, June 1, the dishes draw inspiration from all-time favorite cartoons. Guests can expect a three-course French-Italian menu along with a themed drink that brings the animated concept to life: olive-based tapenade inspired by "Coraline" crispy fried fish cakes with tartare sauce and lemon inspired by "Ponyo" croissant...

China is making travel easier for citizens of several Gulf nations. Starting June 9, 2025, nationals from Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Kuwait will be able to enter China without a visa for stays of up to 30 days. The visa-free policy, announced by Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Mao Ning, will remain in effect for one year, through June 8, 2026. This initiative is part of China’s broader effort to strengthen ties with the Gulf region. It’s designed to encourage travel, business, family visits, cultural exchange, and tourism between China and the participating countries. Whether you're planning a leisure trip,...