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Got a green thumb or just love spending time in your garden? Here’s your chance to show it off and maybe take home a share of AED 300,000. Dubai Municipality has launched the third edition of its “Most Beautiful Sustainable Home Garden” contest, inviting everyone in Dubai to turn their home gardens into eco-friendly masterpieces. The competition is part of the UAE’s Year of the Community and aims to bring people together through greener living. Whether you’ve got a sprawling backyard or a tiny balcony jungle, what matters is how well you blend creativity, sustainability, and smart design. Entries will...

What happens when artificial intelligence creates an entire district? Sharjah is about to find out. Al Marwan Developments has just revealed District 11, an innovation hub that’s being shaped entirely by AI. It’s the UAE’s first smart complex designed by artificial intelligence, and it’s rethinking what a modern business district can be. Instead of the usual glass-and-steel setup, District 11 has been planned through data-driven design: every tower, pathway, and courtyard optimized for light, energy, and how people actually move through a space. The result is an AI-crafted ecosystem that merges offices, retail, and wellness spaces across 11 modular towers...

Dubai’s love for the extravagant just got a fresh chapter with Cape Morris, a new private island retreat managed by Jumeirah Burj Al Arab. It’s where your version of “getting away” comes with your own yacht, chef, and stretch of pristine beach. And it can booked by anyone with AED 75,000 to spare! The experience starts at Marsa Marina, where a 64-foot yacht with sun-kissed decks and plush cabins ferries you across the Gulf. By the time you step onto the island, you’re already deep in that “this can’t be real” feeling. The most lavish option is booking the entire...

If you’re already dreaming about your next staycation, here’s something to add to the list. St. Regis Mirfa Beach Resort is officially coming to Abu Dhabi, and it sounds like pure coastal bliss. Opening in 2029, the new St. Regis will come to the shores of Mirfa, bringing quiet, calm, and everything you need when you want to switch off. The resort will be made up of 63 private villas with floating pools, two-level decks, private lifts, and shaded canopies made for those mid-afternoon naps. When you do decide to leave your villa, there’ll be plenty waiting around the resort....

The most magical time of the year is almost here, and Santa Claus is getting ready for his annual visit to the UAE. Families can look forward to snowy scenes, cheerful elves, and plenty of chances to hand over those Christmas wish lists. Whether you are in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, there are some great places to meet Santa this season. This article will be updated as more events and locations are announced, so stay tuned for more festive news. Where to Meet Santa in Dubai Winter Wonderland at Ski Dubai (December 1-25) If you are dreaming of a white...

If you’re into fragrances that tell a story, here’s something you’ll want to check out this weekend. Maison Margiela is bringing its House of Memories pop-up to Dubai for the first time, turning Foundry in Downtown Dubai into a scent-filled wonderland. It will run the entire weekend from November 7 to 9. The House of Memories is all about nostalgia that hits when you catch a familiar scent and it suddenly takes you back. That’s exactly what Maison Margiela’s Replica line is built on: bottles of fragrance that capture small, intimate moments from everyday life. At the pop-up, you’ll get...

If you know every word to 'Golden' or 'Soda Pop,' this one’s for you. A free sing along screening of KPop Demon Hunters is coming to Abu Dhabi this weekend, and it’s your chance to belt out the year’s biggest soundtrack with a crowd that knows every lyric. It is part of the 2025 Korea Festival, which returns for its 13th edition. The screening takes place at 6 PM on Saturday, November 8, at Umm Al Emarat Park. There will also be a Korean Speech Contest, live shows, and plenty of K-culture experiences to explore before the movie starts. Friday,...

Get ready for a breathtaking evening on December 6 as two legends of Gulf music, Aseel Abu Bakr and Nabeel Shuail, take the stage at the iconic Khorfakkan Amphitheatre in Sharjah. With the sea breeze, the mountain backdrop, and voices that have shaped generations, this is one concert you don’t just attend, you feel. Aseel Abu Bakr A voice that speaks straight to the heart, Aseel Abu Bakr has carved his place as one of the most heartfelt singers in the Gulf music scene. Son of the legendary Abu Bakr Salem, Aseel inherited not only his father’s rich musical legacy...

There’s a new reason to look toward Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast: Rixos Murjana. Opening soon in King Abdullah Economic City, this all-inclusive resort blends modern comfort with a coastal rhythm that makes you want to slow down and stay a little longer. Guests can choose from 488 rooms and suites or check into one of the overwater villas at Club Privé, where your terrace opens straight to the sea. A private 600-metre beach anchors the resort. For guests who like to keep moving, Exclusive Sports Club and daily fitness classes bring plenty of options. Evenings are about music, live...

Dubai’s outdoor season has returned, and with it comes the reopening of The Square at Nad Al Sheba Gardens, one of the city’s most popular open-air destinations. After spending the summer indoors, it’s the perfect time to enjoy cooler evenings and explore what’s new at this green, lively space. The Square has welcomed several new dining options this year: Cipriani Dolci SLRP Ramen & Rolls Bar Maxzi – The Good Food Shop Familiar names like Public, Home Bakery, Omar Odali, Asma, and Kokoro are also back, continuing to draw in their loyal crowd from last season. View this post on...