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Dubai Metro Rules and Fines Explained

Seif Kamel 26/01/2026

Guide to Dubai’s metro rules and fines Travelers and new residents in Dubai get to change their lifestyle staying in a new city and a whole novel community. There are several things they have to learn in terms of cultural aspects, regulations, and rules.  Transportation represents one of the

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UAE, Qatar–US flights disrupted as severe winter storm causes delays and cancellations

News Editor 26/01/2026

Photo Credit: X Dubai: Air travel between the UAE, Qatar and the United States continues to face significant disruption as a powerful winter storm impacts the US East Coast, forcing airport closures, widespread delays and flight cancellations on key transatlantic routes. There were signs of gradual improvement on Monday after the storm moved out of […]

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GCC Unified Visa: What it means for Tourists and Residents

Seif Kamel 14/01/2026

The direct and apparent advantage of the GCC Unified Visa is to facilitate travel and touristic activities for the residents of the GCC countries.  On one hand, tourists, coming from outside the Arabian Gulf, get the advantage of visiting two or three countries with the same visa. GCC residents, on the other hand, will benefit […]

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UAE Residency Visa Rules Explained For 2026

Seif Kamel 13/01/2026

The different types of visas to the UAE Blue Residency Visa: The Blue Residency Visa has been launched with the duration up to 10 years. This visa is designed for individuals who significantly contribute to the enhancement of the society and the environment. These fields include combating climate change and achieving sustainability objectives.  GCC Unified […]

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Riyadh Metro expansion to link Red Line with Diriyah Gate

News Editor 12/01/2026

Photo Credit: X / SPA_Eng Saudi Arabia’s Royal Commission for Riyadh City has awarded a contract to extend the Red Line of the Riyadh Metro, adding 8.4 kilometres and five new stations to carry the route from King Saud University to the Diriyah Gate, according to local media reports. The Red Line extension, also known […]

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Georgia News and Reviews for the year 2026

Maria Rabbani 07/01/2026

Thinking about traveling to a foreign land from UAE, this ongoing year? And is that foreign land Georgia? Then think no more. You are at the perfect spot where you can receive guidance about your next dream trip to Georgia. Continue reading ahead to explore about the beautiful country Georgia and its capital, and what […]

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The Types of Visas Saudi Arabia Offers to Tourists and Expats

Seif Kamel 07/01/2026

Saudi Arabia is one of the largest Arab countries in the Middle East. Numerous travelers from various regions around the world seek to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This is why the Kingdom offers several types of visas according to the purpose of the visit. The types of visas KSA presents include student visas, […]

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Dubai’s ‘Red Carpet’ airport service expands to arrivals, aiming for record Passenger numbers: COO

Miguel Hadchity 20/11/2025

Photo Credit: Dubai Airports Dubai, UAE — November 2025 — Dubai Airports is expanding its flagship ‘Red Carpet’ biometric service to the arrivals hall at Terminal 3, the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Majed Al Joker, announced. The move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the traveler experience and accommodate record-breaking passenger traffic. The […]

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Emirates, ENOC Sign MoU to Advance Sustainable Aviation Fuel in Dubai

News Editor 19/11/2025

Photo Credit: @HHAhmedBinSaeed Emirates and ENOC Group have taken a major step toward expanding the use of Sustainable Aviation Fuel in the UAE, signing a Memorandum of Understanding to explore how SAF can be supplied at scale for Emirates flights operating out of Dubai. The agreement, announced during the Dubai Airshow, brings together the UAE’s […]

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Eid Al Etihad Break: Five Visa-Free Destinations UAE Residents Can Reach in Just a Few Hours

News Editor 18/11/2025

Photo Credit: AFP With the UAE confirming a long weekend to mark the 54th Eid Al Etihad, many residents are already planning a quick getaway. December 1 and 2 have been declared paid holidays for both public and private sectors, giving everyone a four-day break before work resumes on December 3. For those looking to […]

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UAE: Emirates Rolls Out Free Starlink WiFi Across Entire Fleet

Nishitha Rachel 17/11/2025

Emirates has confirmed it will offer free high-speed Starlink WiFi on all its in-service aircraft, with the rollout beginning in November 2025 and completing by mid-2027. The programme starts with the Boeing 777 fleet, while installations on the Airbus A380 will begin in February 2026. The first Starlink-equipped aircraft, a Boeing 777-300ER (A6-EPF), is currently […]

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Shaikha Al Nowais Makes History as First Woman to Lead UN Tourism Agency

Miguel Hadchity 10/11/2025

Photo Credit: WAM We are delighted to welcome Shaikha Al Nowais as the new Secretary-General of UN Tourism — the first woman to lead our organisation in its 50-year history. Her appointment marks an inspiring moment, continuing our shared commitment to a sustainable, inclusive & innovative future. pic.twitter.com/j89U8gGr1V — UN Tourism (@UNWTO) November 9, 2025 […]

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Region’s First Dedicated Electric Vehicle Service Centre Launches in Dubai’s Al Barsha South

News Editor 04/11/2025

Image Credit : Emirates Petroleum Company PJSC (Emarat) The GCC’s first-ever dedicated Electric Vehicle (EV) Service Centre has officially opened in Dubai’s Al Barsha South, marking a major milestone in the UAE’s transition toward sustainable mobility. The innovative facility, launched by Emarat at its new Al Buhaira service station, integrates EV maintenance with

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PIA Restores Operations After Overnight Disruption: Several UAE-Bound Flights Delayed

News Editor 04/11/2025

Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) experienced temporary disruptions in its flight operations late on Monday night, leading to widespread delays across several domestic and international routes  including key services to the UAE and Saudi Arabia. According to a company statement, the issue stemmed from an attempt by a derecognised entity, SEAP, to pressure management

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Emirates to Launch Airbus A350 on Hangzhou Route from October 2025

News Desk 10/09/2025

Emirates will begin deploying its new Airbus A350 on daily flights to Hangzhou, China, starting 26 October 2025. The move comes just three months after launching services to the city, reinforcing the airline’s commitment to expanding connectivity with the Chinese mainland. The A350 will serve flight EK310, departing Dubai at 04:15 and arriving in Hangzhou […]

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Emirates Updates Skywards Miles Policy for Children Under Eight

News Desk 09/09/2025

Dubai, UAE Emirates has revised its Skywards Miles policy, announcing that children aged eight and below are no longer eligible to redeem First Class Classic Rewards or Upgrade Rewards. The change means that while passengers can still use their Skywards Miles to book Classic Rewards flights on Emirates or flydubai starting from 5,000 Miles younger […]

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Dubai Hotel Rates Surge as Tourism Demand Grows

News Desk 08/09/2025

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, […]

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10 tourist scams in Europe that Middle East travellers must watch out for

News Desk 24/08/2025

From pickpockets to fake guides Travellers from the Middle East and North Africa heading to Europe for their summer vacation should be alert to a growing range of tourist scams. At least 10 typical schemes are widespread across major destinations and pose a serious risk to both safety and savings. Middle Eastern travellers are particularly […]

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Lufthansa resumes its Munich to Riyadh route

Arnold Pinto 14/08/2025

From October 25, 2025 Lufthansa will restart non-stop flights between Munich and Riyadh from October 26, 2025, marking a renewed push by the German carrier to expand its network in the Arabian Gulf region amid rising travel demand. The airline will operate the route three times a week, departing Munich at 21:45 and landing in […]

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Emirates bans use of power banks in-flight amid growing lithium battery safety fears

Arnold Pinto 10/08/2025

From October 1, 2025 Dubai-based Emirates airline has announced a new safety policy prohibiting the use of power banks during flights, with the measure set to take effect on October 1, 2025. The decision follows a global increase in incidents involving lithium batteries onboard aircraft. Passengers on Emirates flights will be allowed to carry one […]