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Mahima Jose

Over 50% OFF! Amazon Prime Day Picks To Snag Before They're Gone

The Amazon Prime Day Sale is officially popping off, and if you’re not already scrolling through those...

Diya Vora

You Can Still Give Donations & Aid To Gaza At These 8 Verified Places

Watermelon Day is just around the corner on August 3rd, and what better way to celebrate than by showing...

Muskan Gupta

19 Fun Things To Do This August In Dubai - Concerts, Comedy Shows, Races & More

Dubai is heating up this August (and I’m not just talking about the weather). Dubai’s most...

Muskan Gupta

Got Travel Plans To A Schengen Country This Summer? 6 Rules You Have To Know Before Flying!

Firstly, congratulations on scoring a Schengen visa in these appointment conditions! And now that all...

budget soft play area dubai under aed 65

Mahima Jose

Soft Play Areas Under AED 65 To Check Out With Kids In Dubai

Back when we were kids, there was one go-to soft play area in Dubai, and it lived gloriously inside Lamcy...

Fly To These Summer Destinations Within 5 Hours Of UAE

Mahima Jose

Top Summer Destinations Within 5 Hours Of UAE

You wake up in Dubai, your phone tells you it’s 48 °C. You glance at your partner and say, “Let’s go...

rare solar eclipse in aug 2027 in gcc - 6 minutes of darkness

Mahima Jose

6 Minutes of Daytime Darkness in GCC: All About The Rare Solar Eclipse

Okay, cosmic geeks, brace yourselves for an announcement that’s going to be nothing short of astonishing....

Muskan Gupta

Friendship Day Is This July 30, So Don't Skip These 12 Offers & Activities With Your Squad!

There’s nothing better than having great friends to do life with… except maybe when they...

wiz air flight leaving abu dhabi operations

Muskan Gupta

The Best Budget Airlines You Can Fly With, Once Wizz Air Leaves Zayed International Airport, Abu Dhabi

If you’ve ever booked a flight that was cheaper than your last visit to the grocery store, this news...

Muskan Gupta

What You Need To Road Trip From UAE To Oman For khareef Season - Rules, Permits, Visa & More

Is the summer heat getting a little too real for you? Craving a little escape to a place with cooler...

Mahima Jose

Prime Day 2025, Amazon's Biggest Sale Is Serving Deals You Can't Miss

Amazon Prime users in the UAE, assemble! The most anticipated week in your shopping calendar is finally...

will there be a day off for prophet muhammad birthday 2025 in uae?

Mahima Jose

Prophet Muhammad's Birthday 2025: Will It Be A Holiday In The UAE?

Most of y’all are still deep in planning mode for that big fat August summer break. Booking flights,...

budget friendly sips for aed 5 and under in uae

Mahima Jose

AED 5 & Under: Beat The Heat With Budget-Friendly Sips In UAE

There’s hot, and then there’s Dubai-in-July hot, where even your phone screen starts getting grilled....

UAE Golden Visa - Key Things to Know - lifetime residency, cypto investments, basic salary, benefits

Mahima Jose

UAE Golden Visa - 9 Things You Must Know About It

Unless you’ve been living under an abnormally large rock this past week, you’ve probably heard...

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Mahima Jose

Must-Visit Summer Pop-ups In Dubai Right Now

I get it, it’s summer and stepping outside isn’t really high on the list. But, hear me out,...

Dubai Shopping Festival Is Here & You Cannot Skip These 5 Incredible Offers

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Summer Surprises Is Here & You Cannot Skip These 5 Incredible Offers

I get it, stepping outside during a Dubai summer feels like walking into a giant hair dryer, worse even....

No Millions? No Problem! You Can Now Own a Slice of Dubai Property for Just AED 500

Mahima Jose

No Minimum Salary Limit - Own Your 1st Home In Dubai With This Plan!

You know that moment when you’re paying your rent again, and you realise you’ve basically funded your...

Muskan Gupta

19 Fun Indoor Activities For Adults In Dubai

Summer in Dubai has one rule – if it’s not indoors, it’s not happening. But staying...

US visa student applicants to make social media public

Mahima Jose

US Visa Applicants In UAE - Should You Make Your Social Media Profiles Public?

Okay, so you’ve finally convinced your parents that moving to New York for your dream photography...

Muskan Gupta

When Is The Next UAE Public Holiday Now That Islamic New Year Has Finished?

June spoiled us with back-to-back long weekends, and honestly speaking I’m ready for another. But,...

Filipinos, Indians, Pakistanis & 40+ Nationalities Can Now Get A Dubai Driving Licence Without Lessons

Mahima Jose

FREE Driving License In Sharjah - How To Claim Yours Now

Getting a driving license in the UAE usually means shelling out a fair bit of cash, but not if you’re...

Muskan Gupta

12 Dreamy Staycations To Enjoy This Summer In UAE

There’s nothing easy about planning a vacation while juggling between a heatwave, work emails,...

6 Nationalities To Be Exempt From Emirates NBD's New Remittance Fee Starting This Year

Muskan Gupta

6 Countries To Be Exempt From Emirates NBD's New Remittance Fee Starting This Year

Earlier last week Emirates NBD sent an email to customers saying that starting September 1, 2025, international...

flights cancelled middle east refund (1050450mj)

Mahima Jose

Middle East Flight Cancellations: How to Claim Your Flight Refunds

If you found yourself at the airport recently, clutching your boarding pass like it was a winning lottery...

Are You Entitled To Flexible Work Hours In Dubai This Summer?

Mahima Jose

This Emirate Just Announced 'Work From Home' Fridays All Summer!

It’s time to say “bye-bye burnout, hello balance!” for some, because Ajman has gone...

12 Indoor Family Activities You Cannot Skip This Islamic New Year Public Holiday

Muskan Gupta

13 Indoor Family Activities You Cannot Skip This Summer

Worried about having fun this summer but too scared to step outside in the scorching sun? Don’t worry,...

aura skypool - world's largest infiniy pool - dubai - allows children from age 6 - for family night swims

Mahima Jose

Aura Skypool Now Offers Family Night Swims In Dubai

Let’s fast forward to the end of this month. School’s out, it’s furnace-level hot outside, and you’ve...

Muskan Gupta

Strict Do's & Don'ts About UAE's New Currency Symbol Every Resident Must Know

As we all know, back in March the UAE launched a brand new currency symbol to represent the Dirham! This...

Mahima Jose

Dubai Rents Soar In 9 Areas Due To New Metro Line

Ever since Dubai’s grand announcement in November 2023 about the spanking new Blue Line, rents in nine...

Mahima Jose

UAE Long Weekend Plans? Road Trip to Rainy Salalah This Khareef Season!

While the Middle East is sizzling with summer solstice making a grand, overly dramatic 50°C entrance...

uae residents cancel trips to armenia, azerbaijan, georgia, uzbekistan, kazakhstan amid war and conflict - flights cancelled

Mahima Jose

UAE Residents Cancel Trips to These 5 Countries Amid Conflict

As Iran and Israel tensions rise, travel plans across the region are being thrown into chaos. Especially...

abu dhabi airport disruptions till September

Muskan Gupta

Flight Disruptions Continue At Abu Dhabi Airport As Airlines Extend Cancellations Till September

Travellers flying in and out of Abu Dhabi should be prepared for more disruptions. Zayed International...

free things that you can get on your birthday - cake, vouchers, coffee, pastry

Mahima Jose

All The Birthday Freebies That You Can Score In Sharjah

What’s that one thing that’s better than your birthday? Birthday freebies, duh! And lucky...

summer menus of dubai - dave's hot chicken, mahi cafe, bhukkad cafe, dhaba lane

Mahima Jose

Dubai Summer Menus That You Must Check Out

That not-so-magical (and not-at-all-awaited) time when walking outdoors feels like being slow-roasted...

RTA Has Just Increased The Minimum Top Up Fee For Metro Nol Cards From AED 5 to AED 20!

Mahima Jose

7 Nol Card Benefits You Had No Idea Existed

If you live in Dubai, chances are you’ve got at least one Nol card lurking somewhere in your life. And...

Mahima Jose

UAE Residents, Your Schengen Visa Now Unlocks These 14 Non-Schengen Countries!

Friends, globe trotters and my dear grub loving-visa warriors, lend me your ears! I’m going to...

13 Fun Things To Do This July In Dubai - Concerts, Shopping Sales & More

Muskan Gupta

14 Fun Things To Do This July In Dubai - Concerts, Shopping Sales & More

Okay, so I know last time I said that the temperature was rising, but this time I actually mean it. I...

Mahima Jose

Unlock Secret Discounts With These 2 UAE Privilege Cards - Check Your Eligibility Here!

If you’re a UAE resident with a soft spot for shopping, brunches, staycays or, well, saving money...

Muskan Gupta

10 Sushi Deals & Spots You Cannot Skip Trying On International Sushi Day This June

If there’s one thing that never lets you down, it’s sushi. Whether you love salmon, tuna, or veggie rolls...

Muskan Gupta

Cebu Pacific Is Having An AED 3 Flight SALE - Only Until Sunday!

Cebu Pacific is celebrating the 127th Philippine Independence Day with a massive sale! Until Sunday,...

UAE Travel Tips: Rules You Must Know On Travelling With Cash, Jewellery & Prohibited Items In UAE

Mahima Jose

Here’s Everything You Can Get For ABSOLUTELY FREE at Dubai Airport - From Makeovers To Popcorn!

By the time I reach the airport, I’m either sprinting in stilettos or awkwardly dragging one sandal behind...

Muskan Gupta

12 Ways To Celebrate Father's Day In Dubai This June 21st

Father’s Day is just around the corner on Saturday, June 21, and it’s time to start planning something...

UAE residents Are Now Using This Tool To Check Travel Bans And Legal Cases Instantly

Mahima Jose

Applying for US Visa from UAE? 19 Countries Just Got Banned, Check If You’re Affected or Exempt

If you’re in the UAE and thinking about applying for a US visa, here’s the tea: as of Monday...

Mahima Jose

Is Dubai Actually Building a Giant Moon? Here’s the Whole Story

In Dubai, people talk about the moon a lot. Not the one in the sky – though that too, occasionally,...

Mahima Jose

What's New This June In UAE? From Finfluencer Rules To Free Ice Cream!

Welcome to June, that time of year when your sunscreen melts before you do, and the country starts rolling...

Mahima Jose

UAE Residents, Your FREE Airport Lounge Access May Disappear Without These Steps!

If you’re one of those UAE travellers who proudly flash their credit card at airport lounges like it’s...

8 Places Where Men Can Drink For Free & The Best Gents Night Deals In Dubai

Muskan Gupta

7 Places Where Men Can Drink For Free & The Best Gents Night Deals In Dubai

Put your hand up if you think Dubai likes girls more than guys and that’s why ladies get all the...

Muskan Gupta

Don't Miss These Top 5 FREE Experiences In Dubai On Your Birthday!

I heard it’s someone’s birthday soon! If you’re looking for ways to celebrate your big day around...

Mahima Jose

Could ChatGPT Plus Be FREE for UAE Residents Soon? Here's What We Know So Far!

For all those who nearly dropped their chai reading the title, you’re not alone. This one’s got the whole...

Muskan Gupta

4 Types Of Speeding Cameras To Watch Out For & Different Traffic Fines You Can Get In Dubai

Driving in Dubai is stressful as it is, with a million different exits that can either take you straight...

Muskan Gupta

You Need To Use These 10 Exclusive Student-Only Discounts In Dubai Before You Graduate!

Being a student in Dubai is far from cheap. From juggling ways to save money while wanting to hang out...

Muskan Gupta

Saudi Arabia Spots Dhul Hijjah Moon - Official Eid Al Adha Public Holiday Dates Announced For UAE

It’s official! Saudi Arabia announced last night that the crescent moon marking the start of Dhul Hijjah...

Mahima Jose

Just Here For The Selfies - 8 Dubai Washrooms So Aesthetic That You'll Forget They're Actually Washrooms

While you’ve got that eyebrow raised, let me explain why I felt compelled to write this ode to Dubai’s...

Are You Eligible For Salik Fee Exemption In Dubai? Find Out How You Can Apply For FREE

Muskan Gupta

Salik Is Now FREE In Dubai - Find Out How You Can Apply For FREE & If You're Eligible

Did you know there’s a way you can drive through Dubai’s toll gates without paying a single dirham? And...

Muskan Gupta

15 Places You Can Get FREE Sweet Treats & Food On Your Birthday In Dubai

If there is one thing better than getting gifts on your birthday, it’s getting FREE treats from...

Muskan Gupta

Everyone's Talking About House Of Hype In Dubai Mall & We Know Exactly Why!

Forget everything you think you know about fun in Dubai. if you’re yet to visit House of Hype in...

Mahima Jose

Wondering If You Have A Travel Ban? UAE residents Are Now Using This Tool To Check Bans And Legal Cases Instantly

So, you’re packing your bags, humming your “airport outfit” playlist, dreaming of beachy cocktails...

Mahima Jose

No Millions? No Problem! You Can Now Own a Slice of Dubai Property for Just AED 500

Forget saving for 15 years, living off instant noodles, and still falling short of a down payment. Thanks...

Muskan Gupta

4 Must-Try Mango Menus You Cannot Miss This Mango Season In Dubai!

From Alphanso to Kesar, Manila and Palmer, mangoes of all kinds have finally landed in Dubai! Welcome...

Muskan Gupta

Yas Island's FREE Summer Entry Is Back - 4 Theme Parks & 4 Months Of Non-Stop Entertainment

Okay, don’t freak out, but you can actually get FREE entry to Yas Island, Abu Dhabi this summer… well,...

Stunning Eid Al Adha Staycation Deals To Enjoy Around Dubai This June

Muskan Gupta

Stunning Eid Al Adha Staycation Deals To Enjoy Across Dubai This June

Looking for the perfect Eid Al Adha getaway? Whether you’re dreaming of luxury, family fun, or a pocket-friendly...

Mahima Jose

Dubai’s Giving You Dirhams for Old Clothes - And One Popular Store Is Handing Out Vouchers Too

So, you finally tackled that closet clean-up you’ve been putting off for months, and now you’ve got a...

Mahima Jose

The Hairy Daddy Chocolate - Dubai's Wildest New Treat Is Going Viral

Just when you thought Dubai’s obsession with chocolate couldn’t get any crazier (or sweeter), bam –...

12 FREE Things You Can Get On Your Birthday In Abu Dhabi!

Muskan Gupta

11 FREE Things You Can Get On Your Birthday In Abu Dhabi!

I heard it’s someone’s birthday soon, and who doesn’t love getting presents on their special day? That’s...

Mahima Jose

Visiting Dubai Mall? Your Usual Parking Spot Might Be Gone - Read This Before You Make The Trip!

Heads up, weekend mall wanderers: Dubai Mall, the crown jewel of retail therapy (and Earth’s most visited...

Muskan Gupta

Hey Siri, How Much Are UAE's Top Museums? Forget Siri, Here's How To Visit 8 Museums For FREE This Weekend!

If you’re lucky enough to find yourself in the UAE this Friday, May 17, and Saturday, May 18, you...

Mahima Jose

Not Dubai, Not Abu Dhabi - This Emirate Is Getting UAE's First Casino

Move over, Dubai and Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah is rolling the dice and going all in! The UAE’s very first...

Muskan Gupta

Don't Make These 14 Emirates ID & Visa Mistakes Or You Could Land Fines Up To AED 20,000!

When you’re in the UAE, your Emirates ID and visa status are like your life lines – mess...

Mahima Jose

Your Grandma Could Score You 75% Off At This Spot - Dubai’s Wild Age Based Discount Is Here

What if we told you your nani, dadi, or that one evergreen uncle could literally slash your food bill...

Mahima Jose

Dubai Just Got A Giant New Beauty Playground With 2500+ Products And It's Glorious!

If your makeup bag is hanging by a thread and your serum stash is down to fumes, we’ve got news: Gold...

Muskan Gupta

22 Places You Can Drink For FREE Every Day In Dubai!

World Cocktail Day was this Tuesday, May 13 but my question is – why limit yourself to just ONE...

Muskan Gupta

The Milky Way To Be Visible In UAE For A Limited Time & This 1 Hack Will Let You See It With Your Naked Eyes!

Ever been walking through the city and looking up at the sky, just wishing you could see more than a...

_Summer In Dubai - Residents Edition (1050450mj)

Mahima Jose

You Know It's Summer When...Dubai Residents Edition

Love it or hate it, summer in Dubai isn’t going anywhere anytime soon. We’ve got at least four more months...

Muskan Gupta

6 Places To Celebrate Indian Mother's Day In Dubai This May 11th

We celebrated UAE Mother’s Day back in March, and now Dubai is back with a bang to celebrate Indian Mother’s...

Muskan Gupta

The Next UAE Public Holiday Is LESS Than 1 Month Away - When Will It Be? How Many Days Off? & More!

With less than a month to go, it’s time to mark your calendar for the next UAE public holiday!...

Mahima Jose

This Is Dubai's Most Wholesome Cafe & It's Run Entirely By People Of Determination!

Listen up, Dubai peeps! There’s a new cafe in town, and it’s serving way more than just caffeine...

Mahima Jose

Fly Home For Less - This Budget Airline Launches Daily Flights To 2 Indian Cities From Fujairah

Bring out the trolley bags and cue the travel jams – Fujairah just got its own IndiGo flights,...

Muskan Gupta

Eat Your Way Through Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 - 17 Days & 100+ Restaurants

Dubai Restaurant Week 2025 is back and bigger than ever! From May 9 to 25, the city will turn into a...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Makes History With The World's First Aquarium Submersible Now In Abu Dhabi - Tickets On Sale!

For the first time, not just in the UAE, but the world, you can hop into a real submersible and explore...

Mahima Jose

School Fees In Dubai Are Increasing This Year - Here's What Parents Need To Know

If you’re raising school-aged kids in Dubai, here’s your cue to clutch your coffee a little tighter...

Mahima Jose

Stop Wasting Money: Here’s How To Slash 50% Off Your Utility Bills This Summer In The UAE

Summer’s here and the sun is basically auditioning to be a blowtorch. Great for beach days (for some),...

Muskan Gupta

Sheikh Hamdan Just Dined Here! You'll Never Guess Which Restaurant Got His Royal Stamp Of Approval

When a member of the Dubai Royal family steps out, all eyes are on them. And this time the Crown Prince...

Dubai, It's Fiesta Time! 7 Mexican Joints To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo On May 5

Muskan Gupta

Dubai, It's Fiesta Time! 9 Mexican Joints To Celebrate Cinco De Mayo On May 5

If Cinco De Mayo is one day that’s always crossed off your calendar, then I know you’re a...

Mahima Jose

Pack Your Bags - Here's How To Plan A UAE To Saudi Road Trip For Just AED 140

Planning a trip to Saudi Arabia but your bank account says, “Maybe later”? Don’t worry, we found the...

Muskan Gupta

Global Village Now Has FREE Entry Into The Park Until May 11 - Here's How To Score Your Tickets

With less than 2 weeks left until we have to say goodbye to Global Village for the summer, the park is...

Mahima Jose

Grab Books For Just AED 2 - This massive Book Sale in Sharjah Is Every Reader’s Dream

Book hoarders, rejoice! The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale has howled its way back to the UAE. And it’s...

Coughing? Sneezing? UAE Rolls Out New Mandates On Travel Bans If You Are Sick

Muskan Gupta

If You've Got The Sniffles Dubai's Newest Law Mandates You Are Not Allowed To Travel

Okay we all know getting sicks days before your holiday is the worse thing ever. Take meds, checking...

Mahima Jose

Got Outstanding Traffic Fines in Sharjah? Here’s How You Can Get Them Cancelled

Still haunted by those traffic fines in Sharjah from the prehistoric era of your driving life? Good news,...

Muskan Gupta

Passionate About Content Creation? Dubai Now Has An Influencer travel Academy - Applications Open!

Dubai is about to make every aspiring content creators dream come true. The city just introduced the...

Muskan Gupta

Where To Find Women Only Beaches In Dubai?

Summer is almost here, which means the sun is out, the skies are clear, your sunnies and sunscreen are...

Muskan Gupta

Will UAE Be Able To See The Super New Moon This Sunday?

Okay, so I know you definitely know what a Super Moon is (because I tell you every time it happens),...

UAE is Home To Most Innovative IMAX In The World

Mahima Jose

UAE Is Now Home To The World’s Most Innovative IMAX - Here’s Where You Can Experience It

Okay, stop whatever TikTok you’re on right now – because Dubai just dropped something that makes...

Mahima Jose

WhatsApp Wipeout: These Phones in the UAE Will Lose Access Early May - Is Yours on the List?

Brace yourself, UAE! Starting May 5, WhatsApp is officially ghosting older iPhones – and we mean hardcore...

Mahima Jose

Unlimited Chai & A Hearty Desi Breakfast For Just AED 10 At This Dubai Spot

If you’re someone who swears by a piping hot cup of chai (or even three, we ain’t judging!)...

Muskan Gupta

How To Score 9 Days Off For The Next UAE Public Holiday Using Just 3 Days Of PTO

Okay, let me guess – despite all the talk about Eid Al Fitr this year, you still feel like it snuck...

25 Fun Things To Do This April In Dubai - Concerts, Food Festivals, Sports Events & More

Muskan Gupta

27 Fun Things To Do This April In Dubai - Concerts, Food Festivals, Sports Events & More

Ready to jump back into Dubai’s buzzing energy? Its larger-than-life events? Its over the top experiences?...

Mahima Jose

Dubai’s Best Budget Ramen: 5 Spots for a Slurp-Worthy Deal

There’s something about a bowl of ramen that feels like a warm hug from the inside out. But here’s...

Get Ready to Wing It! Wingstop’s Insane 2 AED Wings Are Back for Ramadan!

Mahima Jose

Get Ready to Wing It! Wingstop’s Insane AED 2 Wings Are Back for Ramadan!

Attention, foodies! Wingstop just dropped a Ramadan deal so good, it might just break the internet (or...

Mahima Jose

Spring Break Starts Soon! 7 Fun Places To Visit With Kids in the UAE

Guess who’s been counting down the days to spring break? Your little one! And guess who’s...

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