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Not planning a dinner out on Monday? This one-night chef collaboration in Dubai could easily change your mind. On May 18, HANU will host an exclusive dinner called "Table 222", bringing together three well-known chefs from some of city's most talked-about restaurants: Chef Kyung Soo Moon of HANU Chef Dan Birk from City Social Chef Robin Höfer from Kraken The experience will take place at HANU at St. Regis Gardens. View this post on Instagram A post shared by HANU Dubai (@hanu_dubai) Curious to know what’s waiting for you? Here’s a sneak peek at the Table 222 menu: Cobia Sashimi...

The future of public transport has arrived in Dubai. Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a new high-tech bus station at Mall of the Emirates where passengers can access a range of smart systems for better trip planning and live transport updates. Curious what’s inside? Here’s a list of the features: Real-time bus crowd tracking displays showing how busy incoming buses are Live bus and Metro arrival screens Interactive digital displays with maps and nearby landmark directions Smart kiosk with a virtual assistant for trip planning and customer support AI-powered cameras tracking crowd movement and detecting violations 24-hour digital...

Planning a summer trip? Etihad flight sale might be the push you needed to finally book it. The airline has launched a limited-time global sale with up to 30% off fares from the UAE to more than 60 destinations. Quick Eid getaways, longer summer holidays with family, and even early autumn trips are all included (dates on selected destinations stretch through October). The return tickets start from AED 995 on selected routes. You can book the discounted fares by Etihad until May 14. Another detail travellers may appreciate: Etihad currently has no change fees on flights booked for travel until...

If you’re flying with Kuwait Airways this month, it’s worth checking your flight time before heading to the airport. The airline has rescheduled some May flights. As operations gradually move back to KWI from Dammam International Airport (DMM), different international approvals are needed, so some schedules have been adjusted while the permits are being processed. Kuwait Airways said the changes are only related to timing and do not mean flights are being cancelled. Passengers affected by the updated timings can either request a refund or keep the ticket value in an electronic wallet for future bookings. The airline is gradually...

Global Village in Dubai is one of the best places for a fun and affordable day out. But like every year, it takes a break for the summer 2026. The park will close its doors after Sunday, May 31, and it won’t reopen until the weather cools down later in the year. That means you’ve got a few weeks left to enjoy Season 30 and everything it has to offer before the summer break. The official reopening date hasn’t been confirmed yet, but based on past years, expect it to return in October when temperatures drop. Tickets to Global Village...

Dubai cafés have found a new summer obsession, and it’s impossible to miss. Flame Tree season has officially moved beyond streets and parks and landed straight onto café menus around the city, giving drinks, ice cream, and colorful summer specials the seasonal orange look. The trend picked up after Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum directed the expansion of Flame Tree planting across Dubai to add more shade and color to the city. Here are 5 spots in Dubai joining the Flame Tree trend. Brew CafeBrew Cafe introduced Flame Tree V60 and Flame Tree Bellini, seasonal drinks inspired...

A huge new mountain destination is coming to Muscat. Oman has signed an agreement for “Rawasi,” an integrated tourism complex planned for the heights of Jabal Bousher. The development comes with investments estimated at around OMR558 million and will stretch across nearly 993,000 sqm. Rawasi will include hotels, homes, and leisure facilities overlooking Muscat. The project will be developed over four phases during the next 15 years. Oman is getting ready to welcome more tourists in the future. Alongside huge projects like Rawasi, visitors will soon have new luxury stays like Tivoli LA VIE Muscat, with golf course views and...

Students and parents across the UAE can now prepare for a return to regular school routines starting Monday. The Ministry of Education confirmed that in-person learning will resume from May 11, 2026, for students, teachers, and administrative staff in public and private schools, as well as nurseries across the UAE. The update follows several days of distance learning and comes after ongoing coordination with relevant authorities and continued monitoring of the situation. View this post on Instagram A post shared by وزارة التربية والتعليم Ministry of Education (@moeuaeofficial) Schools and nurseries will return to normal classroom learning. The Ministry of...

May is getting hotter with all the Arabic concerts happening across the UAE, and this next one is easily among the biggest names on the list. The beloved Arabic singer Majid Al Mohandis is returning to Dubai on Friday, May 29, 2026, for a live concert that’s already shaping up to be one of the season’s biggest Arabic music nights in the city. Known for his calm stage presence, emotional delivery, and the kind of songs that stay relevant long after they first release, Majid Al Mohandis concerts usually bring together a crowd that knows every lyric from start to...

Residents of Dubai Motor City got a new spot for weekend activities, playdates, and group gatherings without worrying about the heat outside. Air Maniax has opened a new indoor adventure park at First Avenue Mall. The new venue has climbing zones, jumping activities, inflatable play areas, and challenges. Toddlers, teenagers, and even adults can all find something fun enough to ask for “five more minutes” before leaving. Air Maniax also has locations at Arabian Center and Al Quoz. So if you’re closer to these areas, you’re just a short drive away from a few hours of non-stop fun. Grab the...