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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...

There’s that unexplainable feeling when you recognise the scenery in the middle of a high-action movie. If you're watching Jack Ryan: Ghost War, familiar Dubai locations will suddenly appear between chase scenes and tense action. How many spots can you catch before the closing credits? The film premiered on May 20, with John Krasinski returning as Jack Ryan and other big names joining the cast, including Sienna Miller, Wendell Pierce and Michael Kelly. Dubai was one of five cities chosen for filming and steals plenty of attention in the trailer alone. Check it out below, does anything look familiar? The...

You’ve probably already seen Karen Wazen sunglasses somewhere on your feed before: TikTok videos, influencers, or maybe on your favorite celeb. Now it’s your turn to try them on and take the mirror pic, because Karen Wazen Collection just opened its first UAE flagship store inside Dubai Mall. The new boutique opened inside Social District, and the whole place feels made for your camera roll. Mirror walls, shiny metallic corners, huge ceilings, stainless steel details, and a photo booth right inside the store. Honestly, nobody’s leaving without taking at least one pic. The brand first popped up in 2020 with...

For Liverpool fans, Sunday felt like the end of an era. Mohamed Salah officially said goodbye to Liverpool FC after nine remarkable seasons at Anfield, closing one of the most successful chapters in the club’s modern history. The Egyptian forward leaves Liverpool as one of the club’s greatest-ever players. During his time in red, Salah collected nine trophies, including two Premier League titles, the UEFA Champions League trophy and an FA Cup. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Liverpool Football Club (@liverpoolfc) His final match came against Brentford FC on Sunday, May 24. The game ended in...

Looking for a rooftop spot for Eid week in Dubai? Above Eleven is back just in time for the holiday. The Palm Jumeirah restaurant has recently reopened and will welcome guests from Tuesday, May 26 until Saturday, May 30. So if sunset dinners, cocktails and skyline views are part of your plans, the rooftop is officially back in action. Above Eleven is located 14 floors above West Palm Beach, so your evening comes with views over Dubai Marina, Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah. But people are not coming only for the skyline. The restaurant is also known for its...

If you’re already thinking about swapping Dubai’s summer routine for somewhere cooler or greener, flydubai has plenty of new travel ideas. Summer travel season is officially underway, and the airline has added a long list of seasonal destinations for holiday planning. From Greek islands and coastal towns to mountain scenery in Georgia and beach breaks in Egypt, the new additions cover pretty much every kind of trip. flydubai has recently upgraded its Economy Class experience, so your next flight comes with a little extra comfort thanks to free meals and in-flight entertainment. flydubai Summer Flights Launched in May 2026 Corfu,...

This week, the UAE celebrates one of the most important holidays in the Islamic calendar, Eid Al Adha. The holiday traditionally begins with early morning prayers at mosques on the first day of Eid. In 2026, Eid Al Adha begins on Wednesday, May 27, and here are the prayer timings across the UAE. Eid Prayer in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Al Ain: 5:45 AM Abu Dhabi City: 5:51 AM Zayed City: 5:56 AM Celebrating this Eid in the capital? Don’t miss top activities and events during Eid al-Adha break in Abu Dhabi. Eid prayer in Dubai is scheduled for 5:47 AM....

If your dog or cat already walks into rooms like they own the place, Emirates Palace might actually be the right setting for them. And this October, you can actually take them there. Royal Pet Festival is returning to the capital, giving dogs, cats and their humans a good excuse to spend a weekend at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi. Expect pet shows, games, shopping and plenty of furry stars enjoying the attention. Save the dates: October 10 and 11. Don’t be surprised if your cat or dog ends up having a more successful day out than you. Between...

Some people book Emirates Palace for a weekend and think that’s the pinnacle of luxury. Well, it is. But soon, a few lucky people will actually get to call the place home. Sounds unreal? But it's actually a new project. A collection of just 35 private mansions is coming to the grounds of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental in Abu Dhabi, marking the first time private residences will exist inside the estate itself. The location is along Abu Dhabi’s Corniche, close to Qasr Al Watan and Founder’s Memorial. These homes will include private courtyards, gardens, open living spaces and views facing...

Ever stayed somewhere longer than planned because the music was just too good to leave? That’s pretty much the whole idea behind BeatBAB, a new venue opening at 25 Jump Street in Dubai. BeatBAB calls itself a listening room, which means music comes first. Not in a loud club way, and not as random background noise. The sound is part of the experience from the moment you walk in, shaping the mood of the space alongside the food and interiors. The team behind BeatBAB says guests can expect curated music, immersive dining and intimate seating. Other details are still under...