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Get ready for an extraordinary experience this January as AlUla Desert Polo returns to the breathtaking landscapes of AlUla, Saudi Arabia. Held from January 16 to 18, 2025, this unique tournament is a key event of the Winter at Tantora Festival, offering visitors a chance to witness world-class polo in a setting like no other. Hosted by the Royal Commission for AlUla in collaboration with the Saudi Polo Federation, this sporting spectacle unfolds amidst AlUla’s dramatic sandstone formations and ancient archaeological treasures, including the UNESCO World Heritage site of Hegra. Picture yourself watching fast-paced matches against a backdrop of rugged...

Get ready to savor the freshest bounty of Dubai’s local farms at the 4th season of the Farmers' Souq, hosted at the scenic Quranic Park, Al Khawaneej. Starting Saturday, December 7, 2024, and running weekly until February 22, 2025, this free event is your perfect weekend outing. From 4:30 PM onwards every Saturday, enjoy an open-air marketplace where local farmers and entrepreneurs showcase their finest produce and handmade good. Whether you’re shopping for farm-fresh fruits, vegetables, dairy, organic items, honey, herbs, or traditional dates, the Farmers' Souq promises a wholesome shopping experience. More than just a market, this initiative is...

Wild Wadi Waterpark is making a splash once again! One of Dubai’s favorite waterparks is reopening this Saturday, February 8, and it’s bringing a wave of exciting deals for visitors. If you're a UAE resident, you can grab a ticket for just AED 169 per person by showing your Emirates ID. Non-residents can join in the fun for AED 199 per person. For those who can’t get enough of the action, an annual pass is available for a discounted price of AED 399 per person. Want to skip the long queues? The new AED 99 Wild Pass gives you fast-track...

Get ready for an exciting new season of the Dubai Racing Carnival 2025/26, where world-class racing meets luxury hospitality at the iconic Meydan Racecourse. With 40 Pattern races and over AED 53 million in prize money, this season promises to be bigger and better than ever. Starting on November 7, 2025, the season will feature 17 thrilling race meetings, culminating in the highly anticipated Dubai World Cup on March 28, 2026 — marking the 30th anniversary of the prestigious event.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Dubai Racing Club (@racingdubai) Here’s the full schedule...

Starting April 14, 2024, the GGICO Metro Station on Dubai’s Red Line will officially be renamed Al Garhoud Metro Station, as announced the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA). This station is located between Deira City Centre and Airport Terminal 1, on one of the busiest and most widely used metro lines in the city. The Red Line connects key destinations like Dubai International Airport, Burj Khalifa, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai Marina, and Expo City Dubai. The trains on this line are driverless and fully automated. Although many commuters already call it Garhoud Station, the official name until now has...

Eid Al Fitr is coming up soon, and if you plan wisely, you can turn it into a long, relaxing break. With just two days of annual leave, residents in Bahrain could enjoy a full nine-day holiday. Sounds tempting, right? Eid Al Fitr will likely start on either Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, 2025. By strategically using your annual leave days, you can extend your holiday from a few days to over a week. Here’s how: If Eid starts on Sunday and ends on Tuesday, take annual leave on Wednesday and Thursday. If Eid starts on Monday and...

Dubai’s fine dining scene is about to get even more exciting. On April 7, Al Muntaha at Jumeirah Burj Al Arab will host a special six-hands dinner featuring three renowned chefs: Jason Atherton, Himanshu Saini, and Saverio Sbaragli. This rare collaboration promises an unforgettable gastronomic experience. Meet the Chefs Himanshu Saini is the creative force behind Trèsind Studio, a restaurant that has redefined Indian fine dining and earned two MICHELIN Stars. His modern approach to Indian cuisine has gained global recognition.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by The Chef JKP Podcast (@chefjkppodcast) Jason Atherton...

Dubai is getting ready to shift gears in global aviation with the first phase of Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) set to be completed by 2032. Once operational, this new mega-airport will begin to take over all flight operations from the current Dubai International Airport (DXB), according to a new update shared during The Airport Show. The announcement was made by Khalifa Al Zaffin, Executive Chairman of Dubai Aviation City Corporation, who confirmed that construction plans are on track, with contractors already engaged. A key development in the rollout includes the awarding of a AED 1 billion contract for the...

Dubai residents can look forward to smoother commutes in and out of Al Jaddaf, as the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces a series of road expansions designed to alleviate congestion in the area. These enhancements, part of RTA’s commitment to improving Dubai’s infrastructure, are set to streamline traffic and significantly reduce travel times for residents and visitors. Key Updates for Al Jaddaf’s Traffic Flow: Sheikh Rashid Road to Oud Metha Road: An additional lane will be added to boost traffic flow, minimizing delays on this major route. New Access Point from Sheikh Rashid Road: A new entrance to Al...

Oman has confirmed five national holiday dates for 2026, giving residents and businesses early clarity on days off across the year. The announcement follows a government policy to publish national and religious holidays in advance, allowing better planning for work schedules, travel, and major events. Here are the public holidays Oman has confirmed so far for 2026: January 15 (Thursday): Accession Day January 18 (Sunday): Al Isra’a Wal Miraj June 18 (Thursday): Islamic New Year August 27 (Thursday): Mawlid Al Nabawi November 25–26 (Wed-Thu): National Day Dates for Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha will be announced separately based...