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Michelle Almeida

UAE: This Is How You Can Get A 9 Day Holiday This Eid Al Fitr 2026

Clear your calendar and start plotting that escape, because this Eid Al Fitr 2026, you could get more...

Dubai: 24 Location To Witness Ramadan Cannons

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: 15 Iftar Cannons To Witness This Ramadan

Every year during the Holy Month of Ramadan, Dubai comes alive with a beautiful and time-honoured tradition...

Michelle Almeida

Here’s How You Can Snag Global Village Tickets For AED 7.50 Using This Simple Trick

Your Ramadan experience just got a whole lot more exciting! If you’re looking for wallet-friendly ways...

Muskan Gupta

A Rare Planetary Parade To Appear Over UAE This Weekend During Ramadan

Mark your calendars for Sunday, 21st February 2026, because the night sky over the UAE is putting on...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 13 Ways To Make Ramadan Charity Donations

Ramadan is a time for reflection, gratitude, and giving back. If you’re in the UAE and wondering how...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai’s Favourite Pop-Up, e& Beach Canteen Is Back! Everything You Need To Know To Get FREE Entry!

Sun, sand and seriously good food? You don’t need more to convince you. Dubai’s favourite beachfront...

Michelle Almeida

Ramadan Do’s & Don’ts - 8 Essential Etiquettes For Tourists & Non-Muslims

Ramadan in Dubai is a month of reflection, fasting, and community. The city takes on a calmer pace, evenings...

Michelle Almeida

Chinese New Year: 6 Ways To Celebrate The Year Of The Horse In Dubai

The Year of the Horse has galloped into town, and Dubai is going all out this year. Lunar New Year 2026...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: Shaban Crescent Spotted - Ramadan To Begin, Wednesday, February 18!

The UAE’s Ramadan committee has officially confirmed that the Shaban crescent was spotted on the evening...

Michelle Almeida

Counting The Days Until Eid? Here’s How You Could Get A 4-Day Weekend!

If you’re already eyeing your calendar and mentally planning that mini getaway, trust me, you’re not...

Michelle Almeida

Hai Ramadan - Your Guide To The Ultimate Iftar Experience In Dubai

Hai Ramadan returns to Expo City Dubai, bringing faith, heritage and community together under the iconic...

Michelle Almeida

Ramadan 2026 - Here's Where You Can Catch Fireworks, Drone Shows & Projections In Dubai

Ramadan in Dubai isn’t just about quiet reflection. It’s also the time when the city comes alive...

Muskan Gupta

7 Decadent Dining Deals For Chinese New Year In Dubai

Dubai is going all out for Chinese New Year, and honestly, it’s the perfect excuse to feast. From lion...

Michelle Almeida

Will Salik Charges Change During Ramadan? Free Salik Hours, Parking Changes & More

Ramadan is just around the corner, and Dubai is preparing for shorter workdays, adjusted school hours,...

Michelle Almeida

Dubai: 32 Iftars For Ramadan 2026 - Break Your Fast At Rooftops, Buffets & More!

Ramadan in Dubai isn’t just about fasting. It’s about getting together, feasting and enjoying the city’s...

Michelle Almeida

11 Same-Day Delivery Valentine’s Day Flower Spots In Dubai

If professing your love with chocolates and dinner feels a little basic this Valentine’s Day, say it...

Michelle Almeida

Get The Group Together! 6 Galentine’s Day Ideas You’ll Actually Want To Try This Year

Who needs roses and candlelight dinners when you have your chaotic group chats and friends who hype you...

Michelle Almeida

Feeling Nostalgic? Sharjah Is Rewinding To The 90s This February - Here’s What To Expect

If the sound of a dial-up modem still lives rent-free in your head… if you ever recorded songs off the...

Michelle Almeida

Bluewaters Art Festival Is Back This April & Here’s How You Can Visit For Free

Get ready to wander, wonder, and create as the Bluewaters Art Festival is back this April 2026. Turning...

Michelle Almeida

Watch The T20 World Cup In Dubai - 9 Sports Bars Worth The Hype

The T20 World Cup is officially in full swing! And Dubai’s sports bars are turning into mini stadiums...

Muskan Gupta

FREE Entry Alert! Dubai’s Ultimate Picnic For Car Lovers Is Back

Still figuring out your Sunday plans? Consider them sorted. The Grand Picnic is back at Safa Park! This...

Michelle Almeida

Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2026: Tickets Are Officially Live - Details You Should Know

The roar of engines, the flash of lights, and the thrill of the checkered flag – Formula 1 is back...

Michelle Almeida

Planning To Give Back This Ramadan? 3 Ways To Donate Iftar Meals

Ramadan is all about community and showing up for those who need it most. In the UAE, giving back has...

Michelle Almeida

This Ramadan, Al-Futtaim IKEA Is Bringing Back Its Iftar Buffet, New Décor Drops & More!

Ramadan at home just hits different, and this year, Al-Futtaim IKEA UAE is making it easier and more...

Michelle Almeida

Skip The Traditional Valentine’s Day Clichés & Book These 8 Couples Massage Deals Instead

Dinners, flowers, chocolates are all cute… but have you tried switching off your phones and disappearing...

Michelle Almeida

Ready To Party? Don't Miss Saadiyat Nights Most Unbelievable Concert Line-Up This February

Abu Dhabi is turning up the volume this month as Saadiyat Nights returns for its third season with an...

Michelle Almeida

Ramadan 2026 Is Bringing 4 Major Changes - Here’s What To Expect

In Dubai, Ramadan isn’t just about fasting. It’s a citywide transformation that turns the usual hustle...

Michelle Almeida

Taste of Dubai 2026 Is Back! - Dates, Restaurants & What You Can Expect

Get ready, food lovers! Dubai’s biggest foodie festival, Taste of Dubai, is returning for an epic weekend...

Michelle Almeida

Can’t Travel To Dubai With A Visa-On-Arrival? Try These 5 Ways To Enter Instead

A trip to Dubai is a dream. To experience the city’s towering skyline, expansive malls, safety,...

Things To Do February Under AED 100 (1050450ma)

Michelle Almeida

UAE: 9 Things To Do Under AED 100 This February - From An Anime Festival To Cycling Challenge

We know February is the month of love, but in the UAE, it’s not all hearts and roses. While the...

Muskan Gupta

Flu Season In UAE: What Precautions To Take, Vaccinations & More

I currently know 7 people who are at home, bedridden and sick, which means it’s officially flu...

Michelle Almeida

If You’re Human, You’re Banned From This New Social Media Platform (And That’s the Whole Point!)

Imagine logging onto a social media platform where you can’t scroll to watch the next funny reel....

Michelle Almeida

Restock Your Bookshelves! Buy Books From AED 2 At The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale 2026

This is how reading slumps end. The Big Bad Wolf Book Sale returns to Dubai with thousands of titles...

Michelle Almeida

You Can't Miss These 3 Biggest Colour-Soaked Holi Parties In Dubai!

White outfits? Check. Colour bombs? Double check! This year, Holi 2026 is set to paint Dubai in every...

Michelle Almeida

Don’t Miss These 6 Ramadan Sales - Up to 90% Off On Gadgets, Everyday Essentials & More!

On the lookout to save big? Then this year, Ramadan shopping just got serious. From mega online discounts...

Michelle Almeida

No Weekend Plans? Jebel Jais Reopens With The World’s Longest Zipline! Here's All You Need To Know

If your weekend plans involve breathing in crispy cool air, winding mountain roads and a serious adrenaline...

Michelle Almeida

House-Hunting Right Now? These 4 Dubai Neighbourhoods Are Finally Dropping Rents

Finding a place to rent in Dubai can sometimes feel like a competitive sport, and not the kind that’s...

Michelle Almeida

This AED 10 Carnival Is Taking Over Khalifa Park - Here’s What To Expect At The ADQ Community Carnival!

If you love colourful inflatables, the smell of popcorn and cotton candy and the uncontrollable giggles...

Michelle Almeida

Here's How You Can Win USD 80,000 At The Dubai Marathon This February

If you’ve ever wanted to run through Dubai while the city is still asleep, this is the race you cannot...

Michelle Almeida

Not Feeling The Love This Year? You Need To Look Out For These 7 Anti-Valentine’s Day Deals In Dubai!

Not everyone wants candlelit dinners, prix-fixe menus and red/pink heart-shaped everything, and honestly,...

Michelle Almeida

Experience World-Class Tennis For FREE At Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026

It’s time to smash, serve, and play! The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Open 2026 is back, and it’s more than...

Michelle Almeida

Al Quoz’s Creative Neighbourhood Is Levelling Up! Here’s Everything You Need To Explore At Q East

If you thought there couldn’t possibly be another creative nook in Dubai, you might want to think...

Michelle Almeida

Miss This & You’ll Regret It - Sharjah Light Festival Returns & It’s FREE!

Those striking images of Sharjah’s mosques, forts and waterfronts bathed in colour aren’t filters or...

Muskan Gupta

Shop Till You Drop At These 6 New Shopping Mall's Coming To Dubai In 2026

Dubai’s newest wave of malls opening is all about being closer to home. Many of the new malls planned...

Michelle Almeida

Don't Skip These 11 Outdoor Activities That Make Dubai Winter Worth Getting Outside For

Before the horrid heat hits, cooler temperatures in Dubai set the perfect vibe for making the most of...

Michelle Almeida

Gulfood 2026: Everything To Know From Venues, Exhibitors, Navigation Tips & More!

If you ever thought Gulfood was an overwhelming experience at just one venue, then 2026 is the year Dubai...

Michelle Almeida

Advertising Online In The UAE? Here’s How You Can Get The Advertiser Permit For FREE!

Whether you’re a budding content creator or a macro-influencer, this one’s for you! If you’ve...

Michelle Almeida

UAE: Parents, You Are Now Liable For What Your Kids Do Online! Everything You Need To Know

Tablets, gaming consoles and smartphones are part of everyday childhood. However, in the UAE, what kids...

Michelle Almeida

ChatGPT Rolls Out An Age Prediction System - And Here's Why It Matters

You can now forget about entering your age or ticking a box. Now, ChatGPT is getting smarter about who’s...

Michelle Almeida

REW!ND Fest DXB 2026: Dubai's Hottest Beach Club Turns Into An 80s & 90s Time Machine

Grad your leg warmers and tease that hair because REW!ND Fest DXB is officially back for 2026! And it’s...

Michelle Almeida

Emirates LitFest 2026 - Everything You Need To Know From Authors, Talks, Free Events & More

Literature lovers, mark your calendars. The Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is officially back,...

Muskan Gupta

UAE To Extend Paid Maternity Leave To 98 Days - What You Need To Know

A new proposal could mean longer paid maternity leave for women working in the UAE public sector. The...

Muskan Gupta

A FREE Concert Is Taking Over Burj Park This January & The Line-Up Is Huge!

If you love live music, big voices, and iconic views, this is one event you’ll want to lock into your...

Muskan Gupta

WhatsApp To Soon Have A Kids’ App - Here's How Parental Controls Will Work

WhatsApp is working on a new feature that could make the app safer for younger users. It’s called a secondary...

Michelle Almeida

Dreaming Of Going To Space? Here’s How You Can Go To The Moon For FREE!

Ever imagined what it would be like to go to space? While you may not be strapping into a rocket just...

Muskan Gupta

Will There Be A Public Holiday For Haq Al Leila In Dubai?

Mark your calendars, because a special local celebration is coming up. With Haq Al Leila falling on January...

Michelle Almeida

Here's How You Can Celebrate Hag Al Laila At Expo City Dubai For Only AED 50!

Get ready to light up the night at Harvest Festival – Hag Al Laila Edition at the iconic Al Wasl...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: The Etihad Passenger Rail Network Is Finally Complete - 7 New Stations Unveiled

After over 15 long years of development, Etihad Rail has officially revealed the full UAE passenger rail...

Muskan Gupta

USA To 'Permanently Pause' Migration From These 75 third-world' Countries - Will It Affect The UAE?

The United States has announced a major change to its immigration system, confirming that it will pause...

Muskan Gupta

Will Trump’s 10% Cap On Credit Card Interest Rates Affect UAE-Based Cards As Well?

With the cost of living continuing to bite around the world, credit card interest rates have become a...

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

Your Guide To RAK Art 2026 - 4 Themed Weekend With FREE Entry

If you love art, culture, food, and a good wander somewhere beautiful, this one’s for you. From January...

Muskan Gupta

RTA Brings 5 Major Road Project To These Key Dubai Areas

If your daily commute has felt a little smoother lately, this might be why. RTA has head dived into 2026...

Michelle Almeida

20 Personal Details Your Emirates ID Chip Stores About You & The Perks You Can Unlock!

That tiny piece of plastic sitting in your wallet? It’s doing a lot more work than you think. Your Emirates...

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...

Muskan Gupta

Instagram Confirms Your Accounts Are Secure After Mass Password Reset Email Were Sent Out

If you recently got a password reset email from Instagram that you didn’t ask for, you’re definitely...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: 6 New Paid Parking Zones You Must Know About

If you park around Dubai regularly, there are a few new paid parking zones and codes you’ll want to keep...

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...

Muskan Gupta

UAE: 2026 Astronomical Calendar - 19 Can't-Miss Events!

If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about supermoons, meteor showers, eclipses, planetary parades,...

Michelle Almeida

Netflix Just Bought Warner Bros.! Here’s A Breakdown Of All Changes You Can Expect

Whether you’re a binge-watching Netflix addict or you doomscrolled through Instagram and found out about...

Muskan Gupta

7 FREE Spots To View The Burj Khalifa NYE Fireworks In Downtown Dubai

If you only have one goal this New Year’s Eve and that’s to view the Burj Khalifa fireworks,...

Will Be There Be A Public Holiday For Christmas In Dubai?

Muskan Gupta

Will There Be A Public Holiday For Christmas In Dubai?

Getting flight tickets, booking hotels, building an itinerary, and even securing a visa all take a lot...

burj khalifa Dubai Fireworks new years eve

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Just Turned NYE Into An 8-Day Festival - From December 31 To January 7!

If you thought New Year’s Eve in Dubai couldn’t get any bigger, Downtown Dubai is here to prove you wrong....

Muskan Gupta

UAE Announces 4-Day Long Weekend For National Day Holiday For Public & Private Sector Employees

The UAE has confirmed a 4-day holiday for Eid Al Etihad (AKA, National Day) celebrations. While this...

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

Dubai Parking Now Costs AED 3.03 An Hour After 51% Price Hike - Here's What's Going On

If you’ve noticed your parking costs creeping up lately, you’re not imagining it. The average cost of...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Metro Blue Line Updates: 10+ New Traffic Diversion Routes Created To Avoid Construction

The highly anticipated Dubai Metro Blue Line is well underway, and as part of its massive construction...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai Taxi Minimum Fare Increases To AED 13 - New Weekday & Weekend Pricing

Pull out your coin purse, because you’ll need an extra dirham after hearing this news. RTA has...

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

UAE: 4 New Road Rules You Need To Know Immediately

Noticed some new signs, rules, and even tech updates on the roads while driving around UAE lately? That’s...

Muskan Gupta

The Dubai Fitness Challenge Is Back This November - Here's Everything You Need To know About 30X30!

The Dubai Fitness Challenge 2025 is officially back, and the city is already gearing up for one of the...

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...

The Next Meteor Shower UAE Can See Is Happening Next Month! Best Spots To View The Show

Muskan Gupta

UAE: The Next Meteor Shower Is Happening Tonight! 5 Best Spots To View The Show

It’s almost that special time to make a wish upon a star because The Orionids meteor shower is...

Muskan Gupta

What The Food?! Dubai’s Most Talked-About Food Festival Returns This October With FREE Entry!

Something exciting, delicious and completely FREE is cooking in Dubai this October! What The Food by...

Muskan Gupta

Dubai: Delivery Riders Banned On The Fast Lane Starting Next Week - What Does This Mean?

So, you know how every now and then I come on here to tell you guys how traffic in Dubai just got cut...

Muskan Gupta

2026 Holiday Hacks - Turn 10 Days Of PTO Into 36 Days Of Vacation!

Ready to make 2026 your best travel year yet? With a little bit of planning and some smart leave booking,...

Muskan Gupta

Global Village Season 30 Return October 15 - Drones, Skydivers, Fireworks & More On Opening Day!

What do fireworks, skydivers, and 90 cultures have in common? They’re all part of Global Village Season...

Mahima Jose

Salik Exemption 2025: How Eligible UAE Residents Can Apply for Toll-Free Driving in Dubai

Imagine cruising through Salik toll gates without a single dirham deducted from your account. Sounds...

dubai outdoor attractions reopening date 2025 (1050450mj)

Mahima Jose

These Are The Dates When Dubai's Outdoor Attractions Will Re-Open

Finally the heat is loosening its grip and there’s a cool breeze caressing our face every now and...

Mahima Jose

Long Weekend Or Midweek Break? Here's What's Likely for UAE National Day 2025

With just a little over three months for this year to wrap up, we’re all eagerly waiting to know...

Mahima Jose

New US Visa Rules May Impact UAE Residents - Here's Why

Earlier last week, the US Department of State (DOS) refreshed their visa rules for non-immigrant visa...

Mahima Jose

UAE Schools Announce Early Winter Break - Here's When It Begins

What better way to begin your Thursday than soaking up some news about holidays. And that too, winter...

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...

Mahima Jose

Snakes Spotted In Dubai Community - Residents Put On Alert

I know the title had you yelling “YIKESSS” in the loudest voice possible. But hey, calm down,...

Mahima Jose

Climb Burj Khalifa For Just AED 95 This Saudi National Day!

So, while we get ready to say “Happy Birthday Saudi Arabia”, as the country turns 95 on Sep...

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...

Schengen Visa Rejection? These are the 5 Common Mistakes Made by UAE Travellers

Mahima Jose

Schengen Visa Rejection? Here Are The 5 Common Mistakes Made by UAE Travellers

So, summer is rolling. And everyone is off to Greece or Spain or Italy, looking sun-kissed and smug on...

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