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UAE Aviation Sector Achieves Robust Growth in H1 2025
Arabian Post
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August 16, 2025
The UAE’s civil aviation sector has demonstrated significant growth in the first half of 2025, with key indicators such as passenger traffic, air cargo volumes, and air traffic movements all showing notable increases. Airports across the nation...
UAE students to enjoy 135 days off in new school year
Gulf News
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In detail, students will have 68 weekend days, four public holidays, seven days off during the midterm break in the first semester, a 30-day winter holiday, five days off in the second-semester midterm, a 14-day spring break, and a further seven...
Air Arabia to start Abu Dhabi-Russia seasonal flights
GCC Business News
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August 16, 2025
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi, the capital’s first low-cost carrier, has launched new seasonal flights between Abu Dhabi and Yekaterinburg in Russia. The seasonal flights, which will operate during the winter season, reflect the airline’s commitment to...
Celebrate UAE Eid Al Etihad 2025: A Festival of Unity and Pride in the Emirates
Times of Dubai
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August 16, 2025
14The UAE is one of the nations recognized for its cultural integration and inclusivity. As the United Arab Emirates prepares for Eid Al Etihad, formerly known as National Day, there is a prolonged excitement amongst residents. From spectacular...
Air Arabia launches seasonal flights from Abu Dhabi to Russia
Arabian Post
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August 16, 2025
Air Arabia Abu Dhabi has announced the commencement of seasonal flights connecting the UAE capital to Yekaterinburg, Russia, marking an important step in the airline’s expansion strategy. The new service, which will operate during the winter...
Best Breakfast Spots in Dubai 2025: 10 Must-Try Morning Experiences
Times of Dubai
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August 16, 2025
7Dubai mornings are for more than just skyline selfies — they’re a reason to set an alarm. Whether you crave perfectly poached eggs, creamy Turkish eggs, shakshuka, or an all-out hotel buffet, Dubai’s breakfast scene in 2025 serves it up with...
WATCH: Limerick turns out in force to welcome Rose Leah McMahon as she travels to Tralee
Limerick Leader
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August 16, 2025
AHEAD of the official opening of the Rose of Tralee Festival on Friday evening, the Rose Tour rolled into Limerick and the Treaty City made sure to give its own Leah McMahon and the other 31 Roses a hero’s welcome. Crowds gathered along the...
UAE shopper demand for 2024's smartphones is rising
Gulf News
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Dubai: Smartphone sales in the UAE are starting to pick up after a slow start to the year, with recent top-of-the-line launches from Samsung, Honor and Huawei scoring well. And September will set the ball rolling for the Apple iPhone 17, with the...
‘I wasn’t supposed to feel gareeb in India’: Dubai vlogger left shocked after Rs 1,000 chai in Mumbai
The Economic Times
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August 16, 2025
Synopsis Parikshit Balochi, an Indian travel vlogger based in Dubai, humorously highlights the shock many NRIs experience upon returning to India and finding it surprisingly expensive. His viral Instagram video captures his disbelief at inflated...
UAE-bound airfares soar before back-to-school
Gulf News
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Back-to-school flight prices A quick check of flight data reveals a dramatic shift in the travel landscape. For example, a return economy fare from London to Dubai, which was available for as low as Dh1,300 with a connection in July, is now a...
Europe's new £24bn mega airport set to rival Heathrow and Dubai
Daily Express
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August 16, 2025
A swanky new airport could be landing in Europe, rivalling London's Heathrow and even the renowned Dubai International, as it aims to connect the entire continent in ways we've never seen before. What is proposed to be a $32.5 billion project, the...
UAE: Four-Month-Old Son Of Abu Dhabi Crash Victims In Very Critical Condition, Says Uncle
MENAFN
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August 15, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) A four-month-old baby who was injured in a deadly car crash that killed his parents is in a very critical condition, according to a family member. The baby, Syed Umar, who suffered a severe brain injury in the accident is...
SALLY SORTS IT: One of my friends died before a group trip to Dubai - why is it so tricky to sort with the travel firm?
This Is Money
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August 16, 2025
By SALLY HAMILTON Updated: 02:00 EDT, 16 August 2025 We had three bookings made with travel company Voyage Prive made last autumn totalling £24,260. These were made for my 60th birthday celebrations in Dubai but it became a nightmare to resolve...
'Most beautiful' Italian town is frozen in time with hardly any tourists
The Mirror
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August 16, 2025
Rocca Imperiale stands as one of Italy's most stunning medieval settlements. The breathtaking scenery and neighbouring coastline, combined with the area's rich heritage, create an extraordinary destination for visitors. This charming village sits...
14 Emirati women to follow for beauty, style & travel inspo
Emirates Woman
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August 16, 2025
Life As the end of summer approaches, the search for fresh inspiration—be it in fashion, beauty, travel, or even career motivation—reaches its peak and for this year, we’re looking no further than the dynamic and visionary Emirati women who are...
‘AFTCREE Expo aims to mainstream culture, tourism into economies of African states’
The Guardian (Nigeria)
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August 16, 2025
Chuks Akamadu is the Managing Director/CEO of Afrocultour Limited, organisers of the Songs of Nigeria Festival (SONIFES), Nigeria Entertainment, Economic Roundtable (NEER) and others. An accomplished intellectual property lawyer, erudite cultural...
Kerala Tourism to pursue global MICE and destination weddings in a big way
ETHospitalityWorld.com
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August 16, 2025
Kerala's Tourism and Public Works Minister P A Mohamed Riyas inaugurates the country's first Wedding and MICE Summit organized by Kerala Travel Mart at Kochi on August 14 (Thursday). From left, KTM former presidents Abraham George, Riyaz Ahmed, EM...
When the sun sets, the real adventure begins: Why “noctourism” is the next big travel trend
The Independent Singapore
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August 16, 2025
ASIA: If you’ve ever felt that the world’s capitals become animated after dark, you’re not alone. The newest travel trend is ideal for night owls and adventure hunters: Noctourism. Yes, it’s about exploring places after sunset when everything...
UAE Extradites Chinese Fugitive Who Ran Multi-Million Dollar Illegal Gambling Empire
Casino Beats
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August 15, 2025
Written by Adam Roarty Adam Roarty Adam is an experienced writer with years of experience in the gambling industry. He has worked as a content writer and editor for five years on sites such as Oddschecker, CoinTelegraph and Gambling Industry...
Dubai's Summer Spending Surges By Over 100% During DSS Great Dubai Summer Sale Season
MENAFN
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August 15, 2025
Dubai's refreshed summer retail strategy during DSS 2025 drives strong industry performance at midway mark, with the Great Dubai Summer Sale season emerging as a key economic driver Average retail spending surges by over 100% per cent across more...