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Dubai parks H1 2023 Image WAM Dubai Municipality

Dubai: Over 15 million people visit public parks, leisure facilities in H1 2023

The entire area of Dubai Municipality’s public parks and recreational facilities spans 13 million square metres

Barbie is a big hit on the box office Image Getty Images

Barbie movie: Global ticket sales cross $1bn; set for Aug 10 release in UAE

Barbie, starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling, was released in the US on July 21

Supermoon in August

Supermoon in the UAE: Here are places to catch ‘sturgeon moon’ and ‘blue moon’

The night sky in August is a delight for stargazers with two supermoon set to occur after a gap of five years

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Saudi’s SEVEN breaks ground at new SAR1.3bn entertainment destination in Almadinah

SEVEN has upcoming projects across 14 cities across Riyadh, Kharj, Makkah, Jeddah, Taif, Dammam, Khobar, Al Ahsa, Almadinah, Yanbu, Abha, Jizan, Buraidah and Tabuk

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You can now buy movie tickets in Dubai via the Careem app. Here’s how

Customers can search for, select and purchase tickets for movies playing at cinemas in Dubai – all within a few taps

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Expo City Dubai: A look at its key milestones since launch

As it continues to grow, Expo City Dubai will welcome more businesses, SMEs, entrepreneurs, organisations, academic and research institutions in addition to residents who live in its communities

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Dubai Calendar reveals list of events, games, activities over summer

The emirate will host musical and comedy shows by international and regional artists, and sports events such as Dubai Sports World and Dubai Women Running Challenge

Kids travel

Travel with kids: 20 ways to do it hassle-free

As airports and airlines across the UAE service a record number of passengers, travel experts suggest tips and tricks to help you organise your travel

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World’s best hotels: Multiple Dubai luxury properties in the list

On the best hotels list, the scoring system resulted in many ties, with 20 hotels sharing the No. 5 spot

Dubai Parks organise second summer rush event at Al Mamaza Park Image Dubai Media Office

Summer Rush starts at Dubai’s Al Mamzar Beach Park

Summer Rush will run until July 9, offering fun leisure activities to residents and visitors

Guests Enjoying Eid Al Adha Fireworks Image DCT Abu Dhabi

Eid Al Adha 2023: Watch fireworks for free in Dubai, Abu Dhabi at these places

Eid Al Adha fireworks are being staged across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, with some locations featuring firework displays for up to five nights

Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Summer Shopping Season features special Eid Al Adha deals, events

Abu Dhabi has a full calendar of experiences through the Eid Al Adha holidays and the following summer weeks

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Shopping: Dubai Summer Surprises 2023 to go on until Sept 3

Dubai Tourism has made ‘Summer Surprises’ an annual festival that features concerts, raffles, and dining and shopping offers through the summer months

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Eid Al Adha 2023: Abu Dhabi extends mall timings for shoppers

The initiative will allow shoppers to enjoy longer mall opening hours throughout the week

Dubai public beaches dhs93 million revamp completed Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai completes Dhs93m facelift of public beaches

Dubai Municipality said it will continue to carry out regular maintenance of its beaches and amenities as part of an annual plan valued at over Dhs15m

Walking trail Mushrif Park Image Twitter Dubai Municipality

New 10km walking trail set to open at this Dubai national park

Opening to the public on June 20, access to the trail will be free throughout the year

Global Village

Here’s when Global Village Season 28 opens; it’s earlier than expected

By opening earlier for Season 28, Global Village aims to ensure that guests can enjoy an extended period of entertainment, cultural diversity and attractions

Snow Abu Dhabi

Snow Abu Dhabi opens doors today

Said to be among the world’s largest indoor snow park, the winter leisure destination features 20 rides and attractions

Dubai DET announces that Holiday Homes to have qr codes going forward image credit Dubai Media Office

Holiday homes in Dubai now need QR codes on entrances, here’s why

This code enables visitors and guests to conveniently scan it and access essential information about the operator of the holiday home and the relevant contact details for the Department of Economy and Tourism

Nakheel Marina

Nakheel launches luxury marina destination at Dubai Islands

Nakheel Marinas Dubai Islands is poised to become the new home for superyachts, and can accommodate a total of 13 superyachts at a time

Dubai Municipality three new Beaches for night swimming photo Duvbai Media Office

Beach tourism: Dubai Municipality opens three new beaches for night swimming

Night swimming timelines at the beaches will be from sunset to sunrise, Dubai Municipality said

Club Lab Golf co-founders

Club Lab Golf launches in the Middle East with Dubai studio

The bespoke studio is equipped with the latest cutting-edge sports technology and the venue includes two practice bays with large launch monitors

Dubai Crocodile Park

Dubai Crocodile Park to open before Eid: Ticket prices revealed

Home to 250 Nile crocodiles, visitors will be offered the opportunity to witness the creatures from various points of view, including close-up and underwater

Schengen visa application

EU inches closer to digitalise Schengen visa procedure

The proposal aims to make the visa application procedure more efficient and to improve the security of the Schengen area

SEVEN brings world's first Play-Doh attraction to KSA

World’s first PLAY-DOH attractions to be launched in Saudi Arabia

The PLAY-DOH centres will open in eight locations in Saudi Arabia over the next 10 years

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi photo WAM Miral

World largest aquarium to open in Abu Dhabi in May

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi’s eight realms are spread across five indoor levels,spanning an area of approximately 183,000 square metres

Al Masar Park in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi unveils new park in Khalifa City

Al Masar Park has a 2.1-kilometre jogging track and features 2,841 trees, 58,000 shrubs, and ground-cover plants

Ramadan Wonders at Global Village

Ramadan in the UAE: New timings announced by Global Village

During Ramadan, the park will host a 30-piece arabesque orchestra performing twice every night on the main stage

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TeamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi receives ¥1bn in sponsorship deal from Japan’s Inpex Corporation

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi has signed an MoU with Inpex subsidiary, Japan Oil Development, for the sponsorship deal for teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi

Flash Entertainment brings Blippi The Musical to Abu Dhabi

Interview: Josh Blackburn, producer of ‘Blippi, The Musical’

The popular musical has brought Blippi, the cheerful, energetic and educational children’s character, from the screen to the stage to entertain audiences