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Dubai Hotel Rates Surge as Tourism Demand Grows

Dubai’s tourism and hospitality sector continues to show remarkable strength, with average daily room rates (ADR) reaching AED 745 in the first half of 2025. This marks a 5.5 percent increase compared to the same period last year, reflecting the city’s growing appeal as a global destination. Hotel occupancy has remained robust, crossing 81 percent, […]
Al Huzaifa
Interviews Real Estate UAE

Al Huzaifa Properties banks on full-cycle, design-driven offering for its initial real estate venture

Arnold Pinto
At Al Marjan Island Al Huzaifa Properties, the newly launched real estate development arm of Dubai-based Al Huzaifa Furniture, has outlined its ambitious strategy to transition from luxury interiors into end-to-end residential development in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). This strategy involves delivering fully furnished residential properties with a focus on design-led,
Schools
Education UAE

Private schools in Dubai emirate reopen on August 25, 2025

For new academic year Private schools in Dubai emirate following international curricula, including British, American, IB, and others, will resume classes after the current summer break on August 25, 2025, according to Dubai’s education regulator, the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA). According to the academic calendar for private schools in the emirate for
Tourism
Business Travel UAE

UAE tourism set to hit record $62 billion in 2025

Arnold Pinto
As regional growth accelerates The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is expected to see international visitor spending reach an all-time high of $62.22 billion (AED228.5 billion) in 2025, according to new figures from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC). The forecast represents a 37% increase over the previous peak, which was last recorded in 2019. […]
Systems
Transport UAE

Dubai Metro ventilation and cooling systems get an overhaul

Arnold Pinto
As UAE summer temperatures soar Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has completed the second phase of a major upgrade to ventilation and air conditioning systems across Dubai’s metro network, in a move aimed at sustaining operational performance and commuter comfort during the Arabian Gulf region’s harsh summer months. The works, which were carried out across […]
Overland
Automotive Lifestyle Travel UAE

UAE adventurers embark on 12,600km-long overland trip through 26 countries

Arnold Pinto
From Dubai to Scotland A group of intrepid adventurers from the United Arab Emirates has launched an ambitious overland journey spanning 26 countries, setting off from Dubai and concluding in Scotland. The 12,600km-long expedition aims to promote cultural exchange and foster a spirit of adventure, while documenting stories that connect diverse communities across the globe.