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For anyone attending prayers at Dubai mosques during Ramadan, here’s some great news. Parkin has confirmed that parking spaces designated for Dubai mosques will be free parking during Ramadan for the entire day. This applies to zones marked with M and MP across the city. Typically, parking near mosques is free for one hour during prayer times, and paid for the rest of the day. During Ramadan, which began on February 18, that usual one-hour window no longer applies. If you’ll be driving to Dubai mosques during Ramadan, this is worth keeping in mind. It’s one less thing to worry...

Louvre Abu Dhabi has introduced a new addition to its programming: the Quantum Dome, a virtual reality experience that lets visitors explore major moments in global history — without ever leaving the museum. Now open at the Lower Forum, the installation runs until June 30, 2026. The Quantum Dome is a 360-degree VR journey designed to blend storytelling, history, and interactive visuals into a 30-minute experience.     View this post on Instagram   A post shared by Louvre Abu Dhabi (@louvreabudhabi) Visitors are guided through a series of time-travel scenes including: The streets of Imperial Rome The libraries of...

If you’ve been curious about what Dubai’s next big transformation will look like, DIFC Zabeel District is about to give us a major glimpse. This bold project is going to reshape the financial heart of city, combining work, living, leisure, and cutting-edge design in one place. The first phase is expected to be completed by 2030. Here’s a glimpse of what’s coming: Ultra modern office spaces Art Pavilion, a cultural destination with installations, digital interventions, and interactive artworks DIFC Academy to offer world-class education and training AI Campus, a dedicated space for cutting-edge technological development The district will also be...

If you’ve ever tried to get a seat at Lost in Tokyo during its Marsa Boulevard run, you already know how hard it was to get in. A permanent address should finally open the door to more people. After building a following through its pop-up and supper club format, the brand is now preparing to open a restaurant at First Avenue Mall. The concept hasn’t changed; it’s simply getting a permanent home in Jumeirah, inviting more people to experience it. The new space is based on the same idea: a calm setting, close interaction, and focus on the craft. Entry...

Dubai’s much-anticipated winter camping season has officially started, running from October 21, 2024, through April 2025. Set in the picturesque Al Awir desert, the temporary camping areas offer a family-friendly retreat, designed for those eager to immerse themselves in the breathtaking desert landscape during the cooler months. This year’s camping permits allow for a minimum stay of three months, with the option to extend up to six months. Weekly fees are set at 44 fils per square meter, with campsites maxing out at 400 square meters. What’s new and exciting this year is the dedicated areas for government partners and...

Some of the best evenings in Dubai start without a plan. Add art and free entry, and you have a good reason to head out. If that sounds like your kind of night, DIFC Art Nights is back from April 23 to 26 for its 21st edition. No booking needed, just head to Gate Village in the evening and take your time with the installations. You’ll see paintings, digital art, sculptures, photography, murals, and other pieces, including works from Opera Gallery and Christie’s. Stick around and you might end up at a panel talk, a live performance, or even a...

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has officially opened a brand-new stretch of road in Dubai Investment Park, designed to accommodate both vehicle traffic and the upcoming Etihad Rail service. This latest infrastructure move is a major step forward for Dubai’s expanding transport network. The newly completed 1.8km flyover connects Dubai Investment Park with Al Yalayis Road, allowing cars to move overhead while freight trains pass safely below. A right-hand exit towards Emirates Road has also been added, helping to ease traffic flow in one of the city’s busy logistics and industrial hubs.     View this post on Instagram...

If you like getting lost in book aisles, meeting authors, or just seeing what’s new in publishing, Abu Dhabi International Book Fair is where you need to be this autumn. The 35th edition of the event will take place from September 13 to 18, 2026. The fair will gather publishers and writers for six days of books, talks, and industry events. Visitors can browse new releases, attend discussions, and explore thousands of titles in different languages and genres. It remains one of the most loved events for book lovers in the UAE capital and beyond. Also read: 4 Book Clubs...

Getting around Dubai on foot is not easy. But that's exactly what a new project is trying to change. Meet Dubai Walk, a long-term plan to build more than 6,000 km of walkways across the emirate. The project has now started, with Phase I taking place in Al Ras, one of the city's oldest districts. This first phase is focused on making the area easier to walk through. Here's what's being added: 12 km of pedestrian walkways 5 km of cycling tracks wider pavements shaded sections seating areas View this post on Instagram A post shared by هيئة الطرق والمواصلات،...

Memorable weekends usually need a bit of planning. Al Khail Square makes that part easier this April. Head to Spring Moments, which is open from Friday to Sunday. You don’t need a plan here. Just come and see where curiosity takes you. You'll find several workshop tables here. At one, you may create a bouquet or a floral keychain, another is for mixing a perfume. Or you may even work on a paper vase. In the end, it’s all the same. Everyone leaves happy and with something they made. Workshops start from AED 75. After the workshops, take a walk...