Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi organises 2nd edition of Animenia

ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD) The second edition of Animenia will take place from February 11 to 15, 2026, at Manarat Al Saadiyat. The event will feature anime, music, food and entertainment, and invites visitors to flaunt their talent and costumes at its...

DCT Abu Dhabi and Amadeus unveil next-gen collaboration to drive tourism growth

Unveiled at World Travel Market (WTM) London, this renewed collaboration through Amadeus Digital Media aims to significantly boost visitor numbers to Abu Dhabi, targeting over 60% growth through Amadeus’ platforms compared to the previous year....

Thailand welcomes Etihad Airways’ new Abu Dhabi–Chiang Mai route as part of TAT’s Airline Focus strategy

The Tourism Authority of Thailand welcomed Etihad’s Abu Dhabi–Chiang Mai flight, enhancing international connectivity and quality tourism. This route supports TAT’s strategy, boosting Middle Eastern and long-haul travel to Thailand. Inaugural...

UAE National Highway

The UAE plans to add 120km of new highways, increasing capacity to handle up to 360,000 trips daily/ Image: WAM The UAE has unveiled an ambitious Dh170 billion ($46 billion) investment in transport and road projects, aiming to ease mounting...

Dubai Garden Glow to Reopen as a Day Park; New Location Revealed

Dubai Garden Glow is making a comeback — this time in daylight as well. For the first time since it opened a decade ago, the popular family attraction will operate as a day park, welcoming visitors from 10am to 9pm daily. Previously, the...

All Eyes on Africa as United Arab Emirates (UAE) announces $6bn Tourism Investment Plan

CAPE TOWN, South Africa - As Africa records the fastest tourism growth globally, the UAE is set to inject $6 billion into the continent’s travel and hospitality sector - a move expected to create 70 000 new jobs. The announcement was made at the...

UAE public holidays 2026: Must-know dates to plan your getaways

Make the most of 2026 with UAE public holidays Who doesn’t love a long weekend? UAE public holidays 2026 are your cheat sheet for planning ahead. From Eid to National Day, there are more weekends, more breaks, and more time off to plan around....

UAE joins International Competition Network to strengthen integration with global economy

H.E. Safeya Al-Safi: The UAE’s accession to ICN reflects the Ministry’s commitment to promoting the principles of transparency, fairness, and competitiveness in the national economy. Abu Dhabi, November 2025 – The UAE, represented by the Ministry...

Travel Made Smarter: Emirates Installs 200 Facial-Recognition Cameras at Dubai Airport for Passport-Free and Faster Check-ins

Emirates has invested AED 85 million (around US$23 million) to install over 200 facial-recognition cameras across Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport. This biometric system enables passengers to travel through check-in, immigration, lounges,...

UAE Schools Winter Holiday Prepares for Extended Break

November 6, 2025 | Dubai, UAE: For the coming year, the declaration of UAE schools Winter Holiday marks a crucial shift in the academic calendar. Schools following international curricula will have a lengthy break from December to January. This...

Beyond trade: How UAE-Vietnam Cepa will support stronger tourism flows

Streamlined visa processes and greater flight connectivity will help boost tourism between the UAE and Vietnam, as the countries strengthen ties after finalising a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (Cepa) last year, according to travel...

Could these projects end traffic in Dubai?

1. A Dh170 billion national road network upgrade Although this is a federal initiative, motorists in Dubai will feel the benefits too. The Minister of Energy and Infrastructure, has announced a Dh170 billion package of national transport and road...

ADIPEC 2025 Secures $46 Billion in Deals, Reinforcing Abu Dhabi’s Energy Leadership

Record-Breaking Attendance and Transactions The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference (ADIPEC) 2025 concluded with remarkable success, generating $46 billion in deals across the global energy value chain. The event saw an...

Why Was Antonio Brown Arrested and Extradited From Dubai? Inside the Ex-NFL Star's Attempted Murder Allegations

Former NFL wide receiver Antonio Brown, once one of American football's most dominant figures, has been arrested and extradited from Dubai to the United States to face an attempted murder charge in Florida. The 37-year-old, who played for the...

 Tunisia’s travel marketplace WildyNess secures pre-seed funding

Tunis-based startup WildyNess has secured an undisclosed pre-seed funding round to accelerate the growth of its sustainable travel marketplace across North Africa. Founded in 2021 by engineers Achraf Aouadi and Rym Bourguiba, WildyNess operates as...

The insider’s guide to Dubai’s splashy beach club scene

Until a few years ago beach clubs in Dubai were a rarity. The city’s luxe resorts had their own stretches of sea and sand, but if you wanted to spend a day lounging on the beach sipping cocktails without being a hotel guest, options were limited....

Wynn Palace Chairman’s Club rejig ready for CNY 2026, UAE project at final two floors: Billings

Expansion of the Chairman’s Club gaming area at Cotai casino resort Wynn Palace (pictured) in Macau “should be completed ahead of Chinese New Year [CNY],” says Craig Billings, chairman and chief executive of the parent firm Wynn Resorts Ltd. The...

Anunay Sood Death: Las Vegas Police shares BIG update on 32-year-old travel influencer's demise, know details here

Popular travel influencer and photographer Anunay Sood passed away on Thursday at the age of 32. He was featured in Forbes India’s Top 100 Digital Stars list for three consecutive years—2022, 2023 and 2024. Now, Las Vegas police has shared a major...

Komolafe Inspects 40,000 bpd Emem FPSO Ahead of Final Voyage from UAE

•Says it will help in achieving Nigeria’s project 1 million bpd initiative Emmanuel Addeh in Abuja The Commission Chief Executive (CCE) of the Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC), Gbenga Komolafe, has expressed delight over...

Report: DC Mayor Muriel Bowser Under DOJ Investigation Over 2023 Dubai Trip - Or Is She?

The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. Back in April, it was revealed that Washington, D.C. Mayor Muriel Bowser (D) and several staffers took a 2023 trip to Dubai, which...