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Embrace Unparalleled Exclusivity This New Year’s Eve at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat
Curate the perfect end-of-year event for your inner circle with an ultra-luxurious takeover at Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat. Unwind with family and friends at a private 22-room sanctuary inspired by the shoreline resorts of Greece. Relish...

ESI 2025 opens in Abu Dhabi uniting young innovators
Abu Dhabi: Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President of the UAE, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chairman of the Presidential Court, His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance...

Sixers host youth basketball clinic in Abu Dhabi ahead of preseason matchup against Knicks
Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on after the game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Wells Fargo Center. Photo Credit: Kyle Ross-Imagn Images After arriving in Abu Dhabi on Monday, the Sixers participated in a local youth...

Guide to civil marriage in Abu Dhabi: Fast, legal, & internationally recognized
Daijiworld Media Network – Abu Dhabi Abu Dhabi, Sep 30: Abu Dhabi offers a civil marriage service under Law No. 14 of 2021, allowing couples to solemnize legally recognized, secular marriages at the Civil Family Court. Designed for residents and...

You'll soon travel Abu Dhabi to Dubai in 30 minutes
Abu Dhabi: A Global Hub for Sustainable Transport Innovation Hosting Global Rail 2025 highlights Abu Dhabi’s growing role as a global hub for innovation in sustainable transport. The event reflects the UAE’s commitment to fostering international...

UAE Dirham to Pakistani Rupee Rate- September 30, 2025
Karachi/Dubai, September 30, 2025: The UAE Dirham (AED) has eased to 76.61 Pakistani Rupee (PKR) today, reflecting a slight decline of 0.01 PKR from yesterday’s rate of 76.62 PKR, as confirmed by trusted financial sources tracking interbank and...

Tourism in the Middle East is on the rise
In 2020, the world faced a major health, social and economic crisis caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Businesses closed, streets emptied, and most of the world's population were behind their homes' doors. Widespread travel restrictions, followed by...

What Abu Dhabi parents must know about the 2025 School Transport Policy: No solo travel for kids under 15
Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult or authorized person when traveling to and from school, per ADEK/ Representative Image As schools reopen in Abu Dhabi for the 2025–26 academic year, a major update in student transport policy by...

Travelling UAE to Delhi? New e-arrival rules from Oct 1
Global-standard practice Similar facilities are already in place at major hubs in Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea and Malaysia. Delhi’s rollout aligns India’s busiest airport with international best practices. What about Indian...

All eyes on Etihad Rail passenger service at Abu Dhabi conference
More than 20,000 people from 100 countries are expected in Abu Dhabi for a major rail conference, organisers say. Global Rail, which starts on Tuesday, also aims to draw government ministers, delegations and 200 exhibitors. Over three days, they...

UAE travellers: Best days to fly cheap this November
Dubai: UAE travellers eyeing an autumn escape are in for a treat. Expedia’s latest Fall Travel Outlook has revealed the exact November dates when flights are cheapest, quietest, and most expensive — and the destinations topping the wish lists this...

Important new rule for South Africans travelling to the UAE
South Africans planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) need to take note of a new travel requirement that came into effect this month. According to Gulf News, UAE immigration authorities now require all visa applicants to submit a copy...

1 tourist visa for 6 GCC countries set for pilot launch this year: UAE minister
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries will launch the pilot phase of the unified tourist visa in the fourth quarter of this year, said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of Economy and Tourism and Chairman of the Emirates Tourism...

Etihad Rail to launch UAE passenger service in 2026
Enhancing connectivity and safety The railway will strengthen connections between cities and communities across the UAE, meeting passenger expectations in accordance with top international standards. The network will feature routes fully separated...

UAE introduces four new visa categories, minimum salary requirement for sponsors
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has introduced four new visa categories for visitors. On Monday, the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security (ICP) also introduced some new regulations on the durations, conditions, and...

Etihad Rail to launch passenger services in 2026, connecting 11 cities across UAE
Etihad Rail, the developer and operator of the United Arab Emirates's national railway network, confirmed that it is moving forward with confidence toward launching passenger transport services by 2026, in line with the UAE’s ambition to provide...

GN Edufair heads to Abu Dhabi with expanded options
Key highlights Universities will offer details on programmes, admission requirements, tuition fees, and scholarships. Several will also have admissions teams on hand to review applications on the spot, provide feedback, and in some cases issue...

Expedia reveals key dates for budget-friendly travel in fall
Expedia’s Fall Travel Outlook reveals key dates for budget-friendly travel this season. UAE travellers looking to explore their next bucket list destination are in luck, as November is ideal time to take a trip; with the lowest flight fares on...

Etihad Rail unveils train designs ahead of 2026 launch, will connect 11 cities across UAE
According to the model displayed at the Global Rail Conference, the Etihad Rail high-speed train will have three cabins: economy class, family class and first class. Story continues below this ad Three classes While the economy class has compact...

Regal Travel Celebrates New Brand Identity with Vibrant Event in Athens
Regal Travel Management Company, formerly known as Heraklio Travel, unveiled its new brand identity with a vibrant event in Athens that brought together business partners, clients, and associates from the travel industry. Founded in 1981 by the...