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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 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...

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...

Dubai loves a big project, and the coastline clearly isn’t done growing yet. Nakheel has awarded contracts for a new project called Island B. The island will be built along the Deira coastline and is part of the Dubai Islands development. So what’s planned for Island B? The project includes villas and townhouses, along with shops, leisure spots, and marinas. Plans include around 49,000 homes that will house more than 230,000 people. Three bridges will connect Island B and a neighbouring Island A to the mainland, linking the entire area to Deira. So far, no other details or opening date...

Never planned a trip to Ajman? Here’s a good reason to go. The Department of Tourism Development announced that all museums across the emirate are now free to enter, with open access for both residents and visitors. The offer is available until the end of 2026, so there’s plenty of time to plan a visit without thinking about ticket costs. For tourism-related establishments, a few "relief measures" have also been introduced. Several fees have been reduced or paused, including tourism fees for six months, event permit fees, and licence renewal fees, as well as exhibition fees (for events organised by...

Seen a cute bird on a wire or a colorful bug on the pavement and kept walking? This weekend, a photo of them actually counts. From April 24 to 27, Dubai Wildlife Photo Challenge invites anyone in the city to head outside and capture the wildlife around them. Whether you’re in a park, walking down the street, at the beach this weekend, if you spot a plant, bird, insect or animal, take a photo and upload it to iNaturalist. The app is available at App Store and GooglePlay. This wildlife hunt is a great family weekend plan, and kids can...

If you feel like you’ve been going to the same places on repeat, keep an eye on this new spot in Dubai. Shinobi handroll bar opens on Al Wasl Road in May 2026. Walk in and you’re met with neon lights, tiled walls, and a full subway train turned into seating. The concept promises to be loud, a bit raw, and nothing like a typical Japanese restaurant. Handroll bars are one of the newer dining trends in Dubai, but this one feels special. You’ll spot touches of Tokyo, New York, and Dubai throughout. Clean finishes, industrial details, and music playing...

If you’re in the mood for something straight off the grill, there’s a new spot to check out in Abu Dhabi. L’ETO has just opened at The Galleria Al Maryah Island, and if you’re after a good lunch or a smoky dinner, you won’t leave disappointed. The menu features Mediterranean dishes with a touch of Asian flavour. Hot off the grill, you’ll find a selection that’s hard to ignore, from wagyu cuts and a ribeye côte de boeuf to tuna au poivre, dry-aged Scottish salmon, and roasted chicken. There’s more to explore, including yellowfin tuna with crisp potato rösti, red...