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If your kids never say no to games and adventures, take them to Al Amal Park this weekend. There's a free family event happening there from June 26 to 28, with water activities, interactive games, fun challenges, treasure hunts, and sandcastle building. The fun starts at 6 PM and continues until 10 PM each evening, with plenty to keep children busy. There's another reason to visit Al Amal Park this weekend: the free splash area. This water play zone has sprinklers and small slides, and yes, it's often the first stop for many families. Get ready for plenty of happy...

Your "save for later" list is about to get a little longer. New desserts, creative coffee drinks, and limited-edition treats are everywhere in the UAE. If you like trying something new, check out the food trends people are talking about right now and where to find them. Mango Like You've Never Tried It Before Sweet and spicy is one of the biggest flavour combinations right now, and mango is right at the centre of the trend. VOX Cinemas is now serving Mango & Hot Spices Popcorn, combining sweet mango flavour with a spicy kick. If you'd rather cool down than...

No tickets, no payment machines, and no SMS payments. That's what's waiting for you at the parking of Mushrif Mall in Abu Dhabi from June 23. Here's everything you need to know about the new Free Flow Paid Parking System and how it works. The system uses AI and automatic license plate recognition technology to identify your vehicle when you enter and leave the car park. It records your entry and exit times, calculates the parking fee, and deducts the amount directly from your Darb wallet. Read more about the system and other locations where it's already activated here. Before...

If dates are a summer staple in your home, there's a four-day event in the UAE dedicated to them this July: Al Dhaid Dates Festival. The annual event returns to Expo Al Dhaid from July 23 to 26. Hundreds of palm farmers, date producers, and agricultural experts from around the UAE are expected to take part. Competitions will focus on some of the country's best-known date varieties, including Khneizi, Khalas, and Shishi. This will be the 10th edition of the festival, and the programme includes several special competitions: Locally grown lemons Red figs Women's Home-Grown Date Harvest Children's Ratb Al...

Sun loungers, shaded cabanas, a private beach, and a swim-up bar. Sounds like a tempting summer day? You can enjoy it all in the capital for just AED 100. Al Waryah Pool at ERTH Abu Dhabi is open again, just in time for summer. The pool area now features upgraded facilities and direct access to 350-metre private beach. A day pass includes both the pool and beach, so you can split your time between the water and the sand. If you're after something more active, you can try kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and jet skiing. You won't need to leave for...

School holidays are almost here, and it's time to start planning how to keep the kids busy for the next two months. Luckily, Dubai has plenty of options. From science experiments to sports adventures, here are some of the best summer camps in the city for active, creative, and curious kids. For Curious Minds 1. OliOli Summer Camp (Ages 3-10) Science experiments, dinosaur-themed activities, space adventures, creative workshops, and access to OliOli's interactive galleries make every week different. More details via Instagram. Dates: July 6 - August 28, 2026 Price: From AED 690 per week 2. RoboLand Summer Camp (Ages...

A new direct route between the UAE and Syria is about to take off this summer. Air Arabia has announced daily flights between Sharjah International Airport (SHJ) and Aleppo International Airport (ALP) starting July 4. Aleppo becomes Air Arabia's second destination in the country. Until now, the airline operated only flights to the Syrian capital: 21 weekly flights between Sharjah (SHJ) and Damascus (DAM) 3 weekly flights between Abu Dhabi (AUH) and Damascus (DAM) If Europe is next on your travel list, Air Arabia also flies from Sharjah to Munich, Prague, London Gatwick, Rome, and Warsaw.

If you can never walk past a mango stall without stopping, clear your schedule for the last weekend of June 2026. Khorfakkan Mango Festival is back for its fifth edition. Dozens of local varieties, family activities, and plenty of fun will fill three days dedicated to one of the UAE's favourite summer fruits. The biggest attraction is, of course, the mangoes. Farmers from Sharjah's Eastern Region will bring dozens of locally grown fruits, including premium varieties. It's a chance to discover just how many different types of mangoes are cultivated in the country. The second day of the festival (June...

Another year, another strong result for the UAE. The country has once again ranked among the world's five most competitive economies. The IMD World Competitiveness Ranking assessed 70 economies using more than 260 indicators covering economic performance, government efficiency, business efficiency, and infrastructure. The UAE ranked fifth overall in the 2026. Other economies in the global top 5: Singapore Hong Kong Switzerland Taiwan Here are some numbers showing the strength of UAE's economy: Real GDP growth: 6.2% Inflation: 1.28% Unemployment: 1.75%, among the lowest globally Trade and income surplus: 14.27% of GDP Foreign investment: 7.9% of GDP This performance helped...

Camel milk tastings, thousands of camels in one place, and free ice cream. That's what Camelicious has planned for World Camel Day on June 22. For the first time, the Dubai farm is opening its doors to the public, and everyone's invited. Visitors will be able to meet camels, take part in feeding sessions, explore the farm, and learn more about how camel milk goes from the farm to the products found in stores. The experience also includes camel milk tastings, signature Camelicious treats, and free camel milk ice cream. In the UAE, camels have been part of daily life...