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If your coffee standards are high, there's a new spot in Dubai to check out. Australian specialty coffee brand ONA has opened in Jumeirah 1. Back home in Australia, it's a familiar name to many. The brand launched in 2008 and has since grown to more than 350 locations across the country. Dubai residents are lucky because ONA's first international location is now right here in Jumeirah. What's so special about this new spot? ONA doesn't just serve coffee. The brand knows where it grows and who picks the beans that end up in your cup. The company owns three...

Tonight's sunset in the UAE comes with a bonus. Venus and Jupiter will appear close together in the evening sky on June 9 and create one of the most striking planetary sights of 2026. A clear view of the sky is all you need to enjoy the sight. Look toward the western horizon around 2 to 2.5 hours after sunset. Venus and Jupiter will look unusually close to each other. Astronomers call this type of event a conjunction. In reality, roughly 670 million km separate the two planets. The next time you'll be able to see Venus and Jupiter appear...

Fancy trying something before everyone else? One of Dubai's most celebrated restaurants is hosting a one-night-only dinner featuring dishes that have never been served before. On Sunday, June 14, Trèsind Studio will dedicate an entire evening to new creations developed by Chef Himanshu and the restaurant's team. Every dish on the menu will be making its debut, so it's a truly rare opportunity to enjoy a one-of-a-kind dining experience in Dubai. Speaking about the level, Trèsind Studio is the world's first Indian restaurant to receive Three MICHELIN Stars and was ranked No. 3 in MENA's Top 50 Restaurants for 2026....

Planning family days out this summer? Dubai has made them a lot more affordable. Kids Go Free campaign is offering free stays, meals, attraction tickets, and entertainment for children under 12 at participating venues. From observation decks to family attractions and live shows, plenty of popular spots are welcoming kids at no extra cost when accompanied by paying adults. Before making any plans, check the terms for each participating venue. Age limits, the number of children included per booking, available dates, and other conditions can vary. Where Kids Can Go Free in Dubai This Summer Want to see the city...

Want to go for a walk without immediately looking for the nearest air-conditioned building? Al Khalidiya Park in Abu Dhabi has a solution you probably weren't expecting: an air-conditioned walking and jogging track. Located inside the park, the cooled walkway stretches for 660m and stays at a comfortable 25°C. So yes, you can get your steps in, go for a jog, or fit in a quick run while forgetting, at least for a little while, what the temperature feels like outside. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Trans Emirates Property L.L.C (@tep.uae) The walkway also includes seating...

Need an excuse to slow down for a few days? Wellness Week Dubai returns to ICD Brookfield Place from June 8 to 14. The festival focuses on mental, physical, and emotional wellbeing, with fitness classes, recovery sessions, beauty experiences, workshops, and talks. Here's the list of activities and classes you can join during Wellness Week. From Monday to Friday: Weekday Highlights All weekday classes are complimentary, but advance booking with the hosting studio is required. Ride and Reshape classes with 1REBEL Microform, RA Strength and Sculpt & Burn with Reform Athletica Ice bath and sauna experiences by Embody Fitness Complimentary...

If you planned to squeeze in one more Barasti day, now's the time. The popular Dubai venue will temporarily close in June for a major renovation. But right before the doors shut, Barasti is hosting one final celebration on June 21. Then comes a pause after 30 years of beach days, big events, and unforgettable moments. Well, three decades is a long time, and now it's time for a new chapter. Barasti promises to return with a new look, including multiple zones, more dining options, and spaces for both adults and families. Another summer closure in the city: AURA Skypool...

If your house sounds like a non-stop CoComelon playlist and your child knows every Blippi song by heart, here are two dates in August you'll want to keep free. A unique live sing-along show is coming to Abu Dhabi, and you won't want to miss it. For the first time in the capital, CoComelon characters JJ, Cody, Nina, Cece, Ms. Appleberry, and friends will be sharing the stage with Blippi. The show promises plenty of singing, dancing, laughter, and moments that will put a big smile on your kid's face. Your child will thank you for this one, and don't...

How many apps does it take to keep your life organised these days? Somehow we're all juggling so much information that it's easy to lose track of things. Google has a cute answer: a new AI app called Dreambeans. It takes information scattered across Gmail, Google Calendar, Google Photos, YouTube, and Search history and turns it into personalised daily stories. Each one comes with AI-generated artwork inspired by your plans, interests, and everyday life, making it feel like a page from your own storybook. Here's how it works: Dreambeans looks at information from your connected Google apps, finds links between...

If you're travelling between Doha and Dubai this summer, you'll soon have more flight times to choose from. Qatar Airways is increasing the number of flights between Hamad International Airport (DOH) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) during this season. The additional flights will be introduced in stages: Three daily flights from June 5 Four daily flights from June 15 Five daily flights later in the summer season When planning your flight, keep in mind that schedules may change due to operational, regulatory, safety, or other circumstances. Check the latest flight information through the airline's official website or app before travelling....