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How Abu Dhabi's population surge could change the emirate
The National News
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The surge in Abu Dhabi’s population shows it is a global contender as a destination when people are deciding to move for life or work, experts have told The National. It will mean even more demand for the emirate’s rising property sector, increase...
UAE: Disney announces first new theme park in 16 years, and it’s coming to Abu Dhabi
The Times of India
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July 1, 2025
Disney’s upcoming Abu Dhabi park on Yas Island promises a unique blend of Emirati culture and Disney magic. (Representative Image) When Disney announced its first new theme park in 16 years, to be located in Abu Dhabi, it wasn’t just about...
Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Much-Awaited Expansion is Now Officially Open
Breaking Travel News
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July 1, 2025
Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the region’s leading waterpark, has officially opened the doors to its highly anticipated expansion today, making the water’s greatest playground even greater. Spanning 13,445sqm, the all-new area invites...
UAE-India Airfares Drop To “Unusually Low Levels” After July 8, Say Travel Agents
Gulf Insider
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July 1, 2025
After a minor price hike to Dh2,500-Dh3,000 in early July (July 2-7), UAE-India airfares are defying seasonal norms by dropping to unusual lows of Dh1,450-Dh1,600 after July 8. The trend, which is rather unusual this time of year, is seeing fare...
UAE gold prices: 22K gold hits Dh370+ today, last chance to lock in or wait for dip
The Times of India
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UAE 22K gold crossed Dh370 on Tuesday, driven by global rate cut hopes and safe-haven demand/ Image: File Gold prices in Dubai have surged once again, crossing the Dh370-per-gram mark for 22K gold, a threshold that could prompt shoppers to rethink...
Dubai successfully completes first air taxi test flight
Gulf Daily News Online
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Dubai's Crown Prince Shaikh Hamdan bin Mohammed announced that the emirate has successfully conducted its first air taxi test flight. Shaikh Hamdan said on X, "Dubai has successfully completed the region’s first test flight of the Joby Aerial...
UAE-India fares “crash” after July 8
Gulf News
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Flights departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB) on July 2 to cities in India have reached highs of Dh 2,105 (Bengaluru) to Dh 2,205 (Thiruvananthapuram). Airfares to smaller Indian cities, including Mangalore, Lucknow, Varanasi, and...
Dubai RTA upgrades cut travel time on key roads by 40%
Gulf News
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This enhancement raised the bridge’s capacity by more than 33 per cent, from 4,500 to 6,000 vehicles per hour, and reduced peak-hour crossing times from seven minutes to four, an improvement of approximately 40 per cent.
UAE: How passengers can perform Umrah with free transit visa during layovers in Saudi Arabia
The Times of India
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King Abdulaziz International Airport/ Image (File) Saudi Arabia is now offering a convenient and cost-effective way for international travelers, including GCC residents, to perform Umrah during layovers in the Kingdom. By booking flights with...
Arenacross World Tour finals debut in Abu Dhabi
Travel & Tourism News Middle East
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Travel, Tourism & Hospitality July 2025 80 Adrenaline-enthusiasts can look forward to an epic night as the Arenacross World Tour finals roars into Etihad Arena, Abu Dhabi, for the first time ever on July 5. Adrenaline-enthusiasts can look forward...
Hammouchi Meets UAE Intelligence Chief to Discuss Joint Security Efforts
Morocco World News
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July 1, 2025
Rabat – Morocco and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have taken a new step in strengthening their security partnership. Morocco’s Director General of National Security and Territorial Surveillance, Abdellatif Hammouchi, received the head of the...
Turtle population rises in the UAE, but plastic threat remains
The National News
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The UAE's turtle population has steadily increased in recent years, with the Environment Agency in Abu Dhabi reporting a 30 per cent increase in numbers compared with a decade ago. But ingesting plastic remains a key issue, with reports this year...
Dominican Republic ranked 47th in global tourism cost report
Dominican Today
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The Dominican Republic ranks 47th in the world in terms of tourism costs, with an average daily travel expenditure of US$132, according to a March 2025 report by HelloSafe. This places the country in the mid-to-high range globally—more expensive...
'Education, lifestyle and security': New residents tell why they made UAE move
The National News
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Globe-trotting residents fuelling a population boom in the UAE have told how new career opportunities, high quality schooling and the prospect of greater financial security and safety prompted them to set up home in the country. Newcomers drawn...
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I tried lots of expensive Dubai chocolates – but this £4 bar beat them all
The Independent (U.S.)
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July 1, 2025
Whether you’ve seen the videos all over social media, noticed cleared-out shelves in the supermarket, or spotted pistachio flavours all over the dessert menu at your favourite restaurants, chances are that you’ve heard about the Dubai-style...
Ibukun Awosika Launches African Marketplace Dubai 2025: A Global Stage for African and Caribbean Excellence
AfricaBusiness.com
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July 1, 2025
The Ibukun Awosika Leadership Academy (IALA) has officially unveiled the inaugural edition of African Marketplace Dubai 2025, an ambitious platform bringing together high-potential, export-ready SMEs, brands, and products from across Africa and...
Have ‘Best of’ Lists Made Travel More Bland?
New York Mag
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July 1, 2025
Photo-Illustration: Tyler Comrie; Photo Getty images Some of the most influential hospitality rankings in the world are produced in a homely office park in Crawley, an exurb of London. There amid the square bushes, under a stream of jets taking...
UAE Tourism Industry Shatters Records: Revenue Soars Past $70 Billion in 2024
Times of Dubai
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July 1, 2025
Dubai, UAE — June 27, 2025- The UAE tourism industry is celebrating a year like never before. In 2024, it made a huge mark on the country’s economy. Travel and tourism brought in AED 257.3 billion, which is about $70 billion. This is a new record...
Indian Railways launches superapp for seamless travel
Gulf News
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Key features Book all types of tickets Search trains and plan journeys Check real-time train status and coach position updates Order food from partner vendors during travel Lodge complaints Enquire about freight services Access services with...
Yango Launches Enhanced Commuting Experience in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah with Transport Service
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN- Sherpa Communications) Yango Launches Enhanced Commuting Experience in Abu Dhabi and Sharjah with Transport Service The new feature in Yango Superapp simplifies urban mobility with comprehensive transit planning across the Emirates Abu...