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Michelle Almeida

These 9 Iconic Landmarks Are Just 5 Hours Away! Here’s How To Visit With An E-Visa/Visa-On-Arrival!

There’s a whole world of wonder waiting to be explored, and the best part, it’s just a short flight...

Michelle Almeida

First-Time Visiting Dubai? These 7 Areas Are Perfect To Stay In During Your Holiday

Dubai can feel overwhelming on your first visit. There are glittering skyscrapers in one direction, beaches...

Michelle Almeida

18 Visa-Free & Visa On Arrival Getaways For UAE's First Long Weekend

I know it’s just week two into 2026, but let’s be honest, most of us are already thinking...

Muskan Gupta

The Etihad Global Sale Is Live! Last TWO Days To Book Flights Starting From AED 340

If 2026 wasn’t already shaping up to be your big travel, it definitely is now. Etihad Airways’...

Muskan Gupta

Hack Your 2026 Holidays - These Are The Best Days To Travel According To Industry Experts

2026 is YOUR year to travel, so let’s make it the best experience for you as possible. The last...

Michelle Almeida

Visiting Dubai? Tourists, Here Are 6 Travel Hacks For An Affordable Dubai Experience!

Most of you know of a Dubai that impresses you with its skyscrapers, record-breaking hotels, abundant...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s How You Can Watch The Northern Lights Just 5 Hours From Dubai!

Would you travel to a place where the sun doesn’t rise, temperatures plunge to –18°C, and the sky dances...

Michelle Almeida

Maldives Vibes Without the Long Flight? Bahrain Is Your Next Holiday Destination!

I used to think escapes had to be long-distance to feel special. But one trip down to Bahrain changed...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: How To Check If You Have A Travel Ban Ahead Of Your Winter Holiday Plans

There’s nothing worse than planning the perfect winter getaway… only to find out at the airport that...

Michelle Almeida

UAE: 4 New Visit Visas In 2025 - Here's Everything You Need To Know

Travelling to the UAE just got a lot easier with the introduction of four new visit visas! Whether you’re...

Michelle Almeida

14 Quick Getaways Perfect for the National Day Long Weekend

It’s not very often you get a long paid weekend. While some prefer to stay indoors and refresh themselves...

Michelle Almeida

7 Quick Road Trips Perfect For The National Day Long Weekend

Who doesn’t love a long weekend? It’s the only time you get a cheeky paid leave to either bed rot or...

Muskan Gupta

Emirates Issues Important Travel Advisory Ahead Of Peak End-Of-Year Travel Season

Planning a trip soon? Emirates has issued an important reminder for all UAE nationals. To make sure your...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Major Airlines Announce New Rules For Electronic Devices Onboard Flights

If you’re someone who travels with a backpack full of gadgets (and let’s be honest, who doesn’t these...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Top Tips To Avoid Getting Your Visit Visa Rejected

I know you’ve got a ‘Dubai vacation’ on your travel bucket. Maybe it’s a quick...

Muskan Gupta

Kuwait Launches “Visit Kuwait” Online Platform With 4 E-Visa Types

Travelling to Kuwait just got a whole lot easier! The country has officially launched its brand-new “Visit...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Do Indian Residents Need To Replace Their Passport With The New ePassport With RFID Chip?

If you’re an Indian expat in the UAE, you might’ve heard the buzz about the new chip-embedded ePassport....

Muskan Gupta

flydubai's Economy Class Experience Just Got A Major Upgrade - Inflight Meals & More

flydubai is bringing a whole new level of comfort to your flights! The Dubai-based airline has just announced...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Residents: New Visa Update Makes Traveling To Schengen Countries Easier

If you’ve got a European getaway coming up, there’s some travel news you’ll want to know before you pack...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai To Manila From AED 5! Cebu Pacific's Super Seat Sale Is On For 4 More Days

Cebu Pacific has just dropped an unbelievable deal for Dubai-Manila flights. For a limited time, you...

Muskan Gupta

This Indian Airlines Is Offering 10Kgs Of Extra Baggage Allowance For Just AED 1!

If you’ve been trying to figure out how to squeeze all those gifts, snacks, and “just one more” outfit...

Muskan Gupta

Planning A Trip? Find Huge Flight Deals This November From The UAE

If you’ve been itching for a quick escape or a long holiday, November might just be your golden ticket....

Muskan Gupta

Travelling To India Becomes Easier With This Latest Travel Update

Starting October 1, foreign passengers flying from the UAE to Delhi can skip the hassle of filling out...

Muskan Gupta

New Umrah Rules Announced By Saudi For UAE Pilgrims - What You Need To Know

If you’re planning your Umrah journey soon, there’s an important update you need to know about. Saudi...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Adds 4 New Visit Visa Categories - What You Need To Know & How To Apply

The UAE has just rolled out four brand-new visit visa categories, making it easier for people from around...

Emirates Expands Flights To 9 Hot Destinations - Perfect For Summer Holiday Early Bird Planners!

Mahima Jose

6 Things You Didn't Know About Flying With Emirates

If Emirates is your favourite airlines, we’re sure you may be travelling frequently with the airline....

Muskan Gupta

Are Kids Banned On Emirates Flights? The Airlines’ New Rule On Kids In First Class Sparks Debate

Emirates has shaken things up with a new update to its Skywards loyalty programme. (AKA one of the biggest...

Mahima Jose

Schengen 90/180 Rule Explained - Here's What UAE Residents Need To Know

If you’re planning to hop onto a plane and fly to a Schengen country this winter, then I’m...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Suspends Tourist & Work Visas For 9 Countries: What You Need To Know & Is Yours Affected?

In recent travel news, the UAE has reportedly suspended the issuance of tourist and work visas for citizens...

Muskan Gupta

Carrying Gold To India: What’s Allowed & What’s Not

If you’re from India or have family there, you’ll know that from weddings to festive gifts, carrying...

Muskan Gupta

Is The H-1B Visa Dead? The Truth Behind The Latest Update

The H-1B visa has long been one of the most important ways skilled foreign workers (especially in tech...

Muskan Gupta

Sheikh Zayed Road Just Got Winded & It's Bringing Major Relief To Dubai Traffic

You don’t even have to tell me, I know you’ve found yourself stuck in bumper-to-bumper traffic...

Muskan Gupta

Etihad Flash Sale Alert: Up To 30% Off Flights - 4 DAYS LEFT!

Get out your passports and start marking your PTO because Etihad Airways is having an incredible flash...

This Life Hack Will Let You Use Dubai Public Transportation For FREE!

Mahima Jose

Dubai’s Red Metro Line Gets New Route - All You Need To Know!

If you’ve ever stood in Dubai Metro at peak hours, totally squished by strangers while pretending to...

Less Than 50 Days To Ramadan - Start Planning Your Eid Al Fitr Getaways To These Top 8 Spots

Muskan Gupta

6 Last Minute Visa-Free Destinations UAE Residents Can Enjoy This Long Weekend

Looks like the UAE has gifted us another long weekend, and this time it’s in honour of Prophet Muhammad’s...

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

Mahima Jose

9 Schengen Countries With Afforable Visas For UAE Travellers

Planning that dreamy Euro trip from Dubai? The Schengen visa is your golden ticket – one stamp,...

Breaking Down How You Can Turn The Eid Al Adha 5-Day Break Into A 9-Day Vacation!

Mahima Jose

Lost or Damaged Luggage in the UAE? Here’s What To Do Next

So, picture this: you’ve landed in the UAE after either (a) a summer break that was supposed to restore...

Mahima Jose

Another Long Weekend Is Coming to the UAE In 15 Days - Here’s All You Need To Know!

We’re already in the latter half of August (how?!), and somehow 2025 is racing toward the finish line...

8 New Flight Routes Launching From The UAE This Winter

Mahima Jose

9 New Flight Routes Launching From The UAE This Winter

Wait, hold up. Did someone just say 2025 is over in four months? WHAAAT! How are we already at the tail...

Muskan Gupta

If you’ve been waiting for the perfect excuse to plan that long-overdue trip, here it is. Saudia, the...

Muskan Gupta

Kuwait Announces Visa-On-Arrival For All UAE Residents - Your Step-By-Step Guide

Spontaneous weekend getaway to Kuwait? Yes, please! Thanks to a new update, UAE and other GCC residents...

kuwait offers tourist visa on arrival for gcc residents

Mahima Jose

Kuwait Grants Visa on Arrival for GCC Residents - 53 Other Countries That Make the List!

Okay, now imagine this. You’re at home, scrolling away pointlessly, when your pal says, “Fancy popping...

Muskan Gupta

Air Arabia Adds More Flights To Azerbaijan & Georgia - Visa-Free Escape Just Got Easier For UAE Residents

Craving a quick getaway to cooler weather, leafy streets, and buzzing city vibes? Lucky for you Air Arabia...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Residents Getting Schengen Visa Just Got Much Easier - Your Europe Travel Plans Are Sorted!

If you’ve been dreaming about a European getaway, good news – travelling to Germany and other Schengen...

Diya Vora

A UAE Resident’s Guide To Getting A Saudi Arabia Visit Visa

Pack your bags, adventure seekers! Your Saudi Arabian escape is just a visa away, and guess what? If...

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...

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...

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...

salalah festival 2025 - events, attractions, dates

Mahima Jose

Salalah Khareef Festival 2025: Everything That You Need To Know

July has arrived and so has the heat! Now, imagine stepping off a plane and being greeted by fog. Like...

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...

How The Visa Guy Is Helping Eager UAE Travellers

Muskan Gupta

No Schengen Slots In The UAE? Here’s Where The Visa Guy Is Helping Travellers Get To Instead

Planning that perfect European holiday shouldn’t be this hard. But this summer, travellers across the...

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...

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...

Muskan Gupta

Take A Look Inside Ras Al Khaimah's New AED 2 Billion Terminal

Ras Al Khaimah International Airport is gearing up for a major transformation with a brand-new terminal...

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...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Cancels Iran Visa Overstay Fines During Regional Tensions - What You Need To Know

The UAE has just announced that it’s cancelling overstay fines for Iranian visitors and residents. This...

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...

UAE Now Extends Visa-Free Travel To This European Country & View Top 3 Places To Visit While You’re There

Mahima Jose

UAE Residents Can Travel Visa-Free to This Country Starting July 1!

Alright, folks! Let’s kickstart the weekend with some fabulous news on the travel front. Starting...

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...

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

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...

schengen visa acceptance rate (1050450mj)

Mahima Jose

Worried About Your Schengen Visa Getting Rejected? These 9 Countries Have Acceptance Rates As High As 93.4%

Yearning to sip hot chocolate in Switzerland or twirl like a movie star in the streets of Rome? Well,...

Muskan Gupta

Eid Al Adha Travel Offers Alert! Emirates, Saudia, Flydubai & Air Arabia Flights Starting From AED 129

With just one week left until the Eid Al Adha long weekend, I know you must be itching to get out of...

Mahima Jose

Hate Baggage Claim Drama? DXB’s Got You - They’ll Literally Deliver Your Bags Home

If you’ve ever stood at baggage claim watching the same sad suitcase do a dozen laps while your phone...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Residents Change Summer Travel Plans As NO Schengen Visa Appointments Available Till August

If you stay tuned to Gulf Buzz, then you’ll know last week we informed you that U.S. visa appointments...

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...

Muskan Gupta

Planning That U.S. Holiday? Hold On Because The U.S. Embassy In UAE Has Paused Appointments - Here's Why

If you’ve got the type of passport that requires you to apply for a visa to pretty much most countries...

Muskan Gupta

Flying From DXB? Dubai's Latest Airport Update Let's You Keep Laptops & Liquids In Your Bag At Security

Once you pass immigration at the airport, the pressure is on! I’m talking about the race to grab...

Muskan Gupta

This Might Be Dubai's Most Insane Travel Hack! Stay At This Hotel & You Can Get A FREE Return Flight

First things first, the person who made ‘check-in at 3pm and check-out at 12pm’ a thing,...

Heads Up! These 7 Major Airline Updates Might Change The Way You Travel This Summer

Muskan Gupta

Heads Up! These 6 Major Airline Updates Might Change The Way You Travel This Summer

Planning your next holiday? You might want to check out what Emirates has been up to, because their latest...

Mahima Jose

New Month, New Updates: 7 Changes In The UAE You Must Know About

May’s here and it’s bringing more updates than your phone’s app store. From metro name makeovers...

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,...

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...

Mahima Jose

Dubai Airport's Latest Upgrade Lets You Skip Passport Control - No Lines, No Stress!

If there’s one universal truth about airports, it’s that the journey from the entrance to gate is nothing...

Muskan Gupta

I don’t know about you, but whenever I see the ‘delayed’ sign flashing in bright red next to my flight...

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...

Muskan Gupta

The Etihad Airways Summer Sale Is Here With Up To 30% Off 19 Top Destination - Ends This Friday!

If finding the perfect flights and booking holidays are your secret talents, Etihad Airways is giving...

Muskan Gupta

Here's How The Unified GCC Visa Will Be Beneficial For ALL UAE Residents

A brand-new visa system is on the way that could make exploring the Gulf a whole lot easier. It’s called...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Expands 5-Year Multi-Entry Tourist Visa To Pakistani Nationals

If you’re a frequent flyer between Pakistan and UAE, say goodbye to the days of constantly re-applying...

Muskan Gupta

How Much Cash Can You Travel In & Out Of UAE With As An Indian?

Whether you’re an Indian expat living in the UAE or just visiting, it’s important to know...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Intensifies Rules On Travellers Working While On Visit Visa - AED 1 Million Fines Can Apply

The UAE has stepped up enforcement against individuals working while on visit visas, following the end...

If you’re an Indian living in the UAE, listen up. There are some important updates to passport rules that you should be aware of.

Muskan Gupta

4 Changes To The Indian Passport That NRI's In UAE Must Know Before It's Too Late

If you’re an Indian living in the UAE, listen up. There are some important updates to passport rules...

Muskan Gupta

Emirates Expands Flights To 9 Hot Destinations - Perfect For Summer Holiday Early Bird Planners!

If you’re a regular with us at Gulf Buzz, you’ll know how much I love to plan early, and how Gulf...

Essential Travel Tips For Eid Al Fitr: How to Navigate The Peak Holiday Rush With Ease

Muskan Gupta

Essential Travel Tips For Peak Travel Season: Navigate Eid Al Fitr Rush With Ease

Eid Al Fitr is right around the corner, which means one thing – Dubai’s usual hustle and bustle...

10 Visa-On-Arrival Countries UAE Resident Can Travel To For Eid Al Fitr

Muskan Gupta

10 Visa-On-Arrival Countries UAE Residents Can Travel To For Eid Al Fitr

Want to whisk yourself away for a quick little Eid Al Fitr getaway next month? But you’re not interested...

Fasting on a Flight? Read This Before You Take Off!

Mahima Jose

Fasting on a Flight This Ramadan? Read This Before You Take Off!

Fasting at cruising altitude is no small feat – literally and figuratively! I mean, imagine battling...

Eid Al Fitr Holiday 2025 - UAE Residents Can Unlock a 9-Day Break With This Simple Hack!

Mahima Jose

Want a 9-Day Eid Vacation? This Simple Trick Makes It Happen For UAE Residents!

Spent the weekend dreaming of a long Eid Al Fitr holiday without burning through your annual leave? Well,...

Muskan Gupta

UAE Public Holiday 2025: When Will Eid Al Fitr Start & How Many Days Off Will There Be?

The countdown to UAE’s first long weekend of 2025 is on, and Dubai residents couldn’t be...

Mahima Jose

How Volunteering in UAE Can Earn You A Golden Visa

They say good things come to those who give, and in the UAE, that couldn’t be truer. Picture this: you...

Muskan Gupta

How To Unlock A FREE 5-Star Hotel Stay In Dubai When You Fly With Emirates

What if your next trip with Emirates came with a complimentary stay at a luxurious 5-star hotel in Dubai,...

Muskan Gupta

Turkish Airlines Is Having A Massive Summer Flash Sale - TWO DAYS LEFT ONLY!

If you’ve been dreaming of a summer getaway, consider this is your sign to book it now! Turkish Airlines...

Muskan Gupta

Indian Passport Holders Are Now Eligible For Visa-On-Arrival For UAE - Find Out The Criteria Here

Have you been planning a dream Dubai vacation for a while now but can’t seem to get the whole visa...

Muskan Gupta

Top 5 Most Romantic Destinations You Can Travel To From The UAE - How Many Have You Been To?

Love is in the air – and soon, so will you be, too! If you’re dreaming of a magical getaway...

Salik Toll Gate Prices & Timings To Get Major Changes During Ramadan

Muskan Gupta

Salik Toll Gate Prices & Timings To See Major Changes During Ramadan

It’s been a week since RTA launched their new dynamic Salik toll gate prices – let’s...

Muskan Gupta

Air India Express Expands Flights to Abu Dhabi – Plus Extra Baggage Perks Of Up To 47kg For FREE!

If you’re a frequent flyer between UAE and India, more specifically, Abu Dhabi and India, I have...

Muskan Gupta

This Airlines Has An 'AED 300 Off Flights' Deal Right Now - In Time For UAE's Next Public Holiday

What’s the first thing you’d buy if you had an extra AED 300 in your pocket? Brunch package...

Muskan Gupta

Your Next Dream Holiday Can Now Be North Korea

Watch a lot of K-dramas? Dreaming of a picture-perfect holiday in Korea? Well, what if I told you that...

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