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Trying to hit your step goal in Dubai isn’t always easy when most days look like taxi to the mall and straight back home. Whether you’re aiming for 10K steps or just trying to move more, the trick is picking a route that makes you want to keep walking. Here are a few scenic spots where your step count builds up without feeling like effort. 1. Al Marmoom Oasis Tree-lined paths, a clear lake, and wildlife along the way make it easy to stay out longer than planned. You’ll rack up steps without needing to keep checking your phone. If...

If your downtime is mostly TV binges or scrolling Reels, here’s what an actual reset can look like. At Louvre Abu Dhabi, you can try a wellness session that doesn’t look like a typical class. Imagine lying back on water under the museum’s majestic dome. No crowds, no noise, no distractions. You settle onto an inflatable mattress, put on a headset and eye mask, and follow guided breathwork. There’s sound in your ears, gentle movement under your back, and not much else competing for your attention. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Breasy DXB | Wellness &...

Consider this your sign to stop saying “I’ll go next weekend.” Marsa Boulevard is wrapping up this Sunday, May 3. Yes, it may sound a bit cliché, but time is officially running out. Head to Dubai Festival City and you’ll find cafés, pop-ups, and small shops along the Creek. The pop-up only open in the evening, from 6 PM to 12 AM on weekdays and until 1 AM on weekends. One final visit might land you a cup of coffee from WatchHouse or pull you into a fashion pop-up or a beauty takeover. Even if you've been there earlier, it’s...

After a brief pause, skies over Lebanon are seeing more passenger flights again. From April 27, Emirates resumes its service from Dubai to Beirut. The airline is currently operating flights to more than 100 destinations under a limited schedule as it continues rebuilding its network. Beirut is also back on the schedules of airlines like Etihad Airways, Air Arabia, Flydubai, and EgyptAir. Earlier this month, Qatar Airways restarted flights to Beirut as well. At the same time, entry rules to Qatar have been updated. Travelers heading to Doha should note that Lebanese passport holders can no longer get a visa...

Matcha in the morning, a workshop in the afternoon, and a Porsche test drive in between. Sounds like a perfect day. You can do exactly that at a new pop-up in Dubai. House of Porsche is back at Paus Club in Al Wasl until May 10. Entry is free, and you’ll find plenty to do during your visit. For a calm reset, join Slow Sessions on Wednesdays and Saturdays, with yoga or sound healing. If you’re in the mood to meet new people, Shared Table takes place on Thursdays, where you dine with strangers and chat. And if matcha is...

If you’ve been waiting to spend a day at a water park with family or friends, you finally have a date to plan around. Aquarabia Qiddiya City opened on April 23, 2026. It's the largest water park in the Middle East, and you can now book tickets to experience all the rides and attractions for yourself. Spanning 250,000 sqm, this new destination promises an unforgettable experience. If you're curious what's inside before you visit, take a quick look at what to expect from the park: here are all 22 Aquarabia waterpark rides and attractions, including several record-breaking ones. You can...

If you’ve been waiting for a proper fight night in Dubai, mark May 24. The Professional Fighters League is opening its 2026 MENA season with an event called “Pride of Arabia.” Fighters from 11 countries will step into the cage, including athletes from Iraq, Jordan, Lebanon, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the UAE. Expect big names, standout debuts, and a packed fight card. On the Card All eyes on this day will be on Mohammed Yahya as he returns to Dubai. The former UFC fighter will face Tunisia’s Mehdi Saadi in a featherweight bout on home soil. If you want...

If your travel list is already long, it’s about to get even longer. Riyadh Air has added 15 new destinations. Craving European charm? Or more into the pace of a busy Asian capital? It’s now within reach with direct flights from the Saudi capital. While the airline only launched in late 2025, it has bold plans to connect Riyadh to more than 100 cities worldwide. Now, as it gets closer to that goal, here’s where you can travel with the new destinations. MENA: 4 cities Jeddah (Saudi Arabia) Dubai (UAE) Amman (Jordan) Cairo (Egypt) Planning a trip to Egypt? We’ve...

There are many ways to spend your morning in Dubai, but one of the most energising is to start it with a good run. The city is hosting Tadawi Run 4 UAE on May 2, and everyone is invited to join. This is the first edition of the event, organised by Tadawi Healthcare Group in partnership with Dubai Sports Council. The idea is to encourage more community races and get more people into regular physical activity. The race takes place in Jumeirah and offers two distances: 5km and 10km. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Al Tadawi...

If you're planning to visit Jordan from the UAE, whether for work or tourism, you now have more flight options to choose from. Air Arabia Abu Dhabi is adding a new direct route to Amman Civil Airport (ADJ) in May 2026. The route will operate three times a week from Zayed International Airport (AUH). The airline already flies to another hub in the Jordanian capital, Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). With flights now landing at two hubs in Amman, frequent travellers can compare prices and pick a flight time that works better. Flights start on May 1. Bookings are available...