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Thinking about a beach holiday, train rides through tea hills, or a tropical escape? Here’s a summer gift from Sri Lanka: tourist ETA is now free for visitors from 40 countries, including GCC nations and India. The ETA (Electronic Travel Authorisation) allows to stay in Sri Lanka for up to 30 days. Tourists can also enter the country twice within the same 30-day validity period starting from the first arrival date. Anyone planning to stay longer can apply for a visa extension after arrival. All ETA fees paid before May 25 are non-refundable. Countries included in the free Sri Lanka...

London plans might finally leave the group chat and become actual tickets this summer. Jazeera Airways has announced the launch of its first direct connection between Kuwait International Airport (KWI) and London Luton Airport (LTN) this summer. Flights begin on July 8, and here’s even better part: there will be four flights every week, which sounds pretty convenient when you’re planning a holiday. If you’re a Kuwaiti national, you don’t need a tourist visa to enter the UK. However, there’s one paper you must obtain: a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA). Make sure to check the UK’s entry rules with...

If there’s one thing many travellers never leave home without, it’s a power bank. However, you can no longer charge your precious device onboard Saudi flights. The Saudi General Authority of Civil Aviation has issued new instructions to airlines operating at national airports regarding portable chargers. Here’s what passengers need to know: Charging power banks during flights is now banned Power banks must stay in hand luggage Each passenger can carry a maximum of two power banks Saudi authorities said the rules follow international aviation safety requirements linked to lithium battery, which can overheat or catch fire onboard aircraft. Several...

If you have family visits, shopping trips, or late-night outings planned for Eid Al Adha in Riyadh, now’s the time to check your schedule. During the Eid break, public transport in the capital will change its operating hours. The updated timings will apply from Tuesday, May 26 until Saturday, May 30: Riyadh Metro: 11 AM to 12 AM Riyadh Bus: 5 AM to 12 AM Bus on Demand: 10:30 AM to 12 AM If you’re still planning your holiday agenda, check out the best things to do during Eid Al Adha in Riyadh 2026 before the long weekend starts.

You probably know how easy it is to visit Thailand. Travellers from most countries, including GCC nations, can enter Thailand visa-free for tourism. However, the allowed stay period is now changing. The country remains visa-free, but your holiday can now last up to 30 days. Most visitors probably won’t even feel the difference, but the change is still worth knowing if you're planning a longer stay. Thailand introduced a 60-day visa-free stay in 2024, and the country is now replacing it with a stay period that’s twice shorter. All extensions will require approval from Thai immigration authorities. The new rule...

If good coffee is part of your daily routine, here's a new address in Kuwait to check out. POV recently opened its second branch in Eqaila. While many coffee places usually pick central areas, the brand chose to open closer to people living in other parts of the city. You’ll find everything from V60s and Americanos to the selection of lattes on the menu. The Ice Spanish Latte alone looks like a solid reason to stop by, especially with Kuwait weather right now. View this post on Instagram A post shared by POV | بـوڤ (@pov_kw) The desserts look just...

If your idea of a good evening includes vintage treasures, old collectibles, and coffee in a hidden spot, Kuwait has a new place to add to your list. Shuwaikh Market has reopened this May, but it looks completely different from the original version many people remember. Now, its focus is entirely on antiques and vintage finds. The new market concept was created by antique shop Sika 86, which belongs to a mother and daughter who collect antiques and vintage pieces during their travels. Right now, the market has two main sections. The first area is an open courtyard lined with...

Kuwait has officially announced the Eid Al Adha holiday schedule for 2026 for ministries, government agencies, public bodies, and state institutions following a Cabinet meeting chaired by Sheikh Ahmed Abdullah Al Ahmed Al Sabah, Prime Minister of Kuwait. Here are the confirmed dates for the upcoming holiday period: Eid Al Adha begins on Tuesday, May 26 Holiday dates are from Tuesday, May 26 to Sunday, May 31 Official work resumes on Monday, June 1 Some government departments that require continuous operations will announce separate working schedules based on their needs.

If Riyadh is on your travel list for 2026, keep this new hotel on your radar. Atheel KAFD Hotel is opening later this year inside one of the city's busiest business and lifestyle districts. The hotel is being created by Foster + Partners and will include 214 rooms and suites, from Superior Rooms to multi-bedroom suites and a Presidential Suite. Restaurant concepts inside the hotel include: Lafana with Saudi flavours and regional dishes Riya Maison, a French brasserie with subtle Saudi influences One of the most unique features it's its direct access to KAFD’s skywalk network. Cloud 14, the hotel’s...

A new station has opened on the Orange Line of Riyadh Metro, and even if your usual route doesn’t pass through the area, it's definitely worth checking out. Western Station is located between Ad Douh and Aishah bint Abi Bakr Street stations. It's currently the largest stop of the network and features cafés, a garden, and even a mosque. Western Station is located in Dhahrat Al-Badiah in southwest Riyadh. It covers 112,000 sqm and can handle more than 60,000 passengers per hour. Here's what you find at Western Station on the Orange Line of Riyadh Metro: Commercial spaces Cafés Retail...