The 30th edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is set to take place from December 6, 2024, to January 12, 2025, as announced on Wednesday. Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) promises this year’s festival will be the “most extraordinary season yet” since its inception in 1996. The event
Sharjah Safari, the world’s largest safari outside Africa, is set to launch its fourth season on September 23, 2024. This season promises a remarkable adventure with fresh events and exciting new additions. Visitors will have the chance to see over 300 new animals and birds born this year, reflecting the
Planning a road trip from the UAE to Saudi Arabia? Ensure a smooth journey by securing your car insurance in advance. While you can purchase insurance at the border, it’s more efficient to handle it online before you depart. Here’s how to get your mandatory third-party liability insurance quickly with
The UAE enforces strict rules and regulations to ensure the safety of both residents and tourists. Among these are substantial fines for overspeeding. Motorists in Dubai can face fines of up to Dh2,000 and incur 12 black points for exceeding speed limits. For a complete list of traffic fines in
Travel between Dubai and Sharjah has been revolutionized with the introduction of new high-speed intercity bus services that reduce commute times to just 12 minutes. This improvement, announced by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in partnership with Sharjah’s Roads and Transport Authority, is set to drive a surge in
Dubai Metro marks its 15th anniversary with a series of special events, exclusive items, and discounts for residents and visitors alike. Since its inaugural journey on September 9, 2009 (09/09/09), the driverless train has become a symbol of the city’s innovative public transport system. Under the theme “15 Years on
Question: What are the rules regarding the use of VPNs (virtual private networks) in the UAE? Are they legal, and is there a specific list of VPNs that can be used? Answer: In the UAE, VPN usage is not outright illegal if it complies with the guidelines set by the
British sports apparel brand Gymshark is set to open its first-ever permanent store outside the UK in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, later this year. The store will be located on the ground floor of the Dubai Mall, one of the largest and most visited shopping destinations globally, attracting over 54
Season 29 of Global Village will begin on October 16, 2024, and will run until May 11, 2025. The popular outdoor destination, which closes during the summer months, promises an expanded array of cultural representations, never-before-seen entertainment, and exciting infrastructure upgrades this year. In its 28th season, Global Village set
Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s iconic Ferrari-inspired theme park, has once again raised the bar in entertainment with the grand opening of the world’s first Ferrari-themed Esports Arena. This state-of-the-art facility is set to become the ultimate hub for racing enthusiasts, Formula 1 fans, and adrenaline seekers. The newly
Noel Tata-led Trent is bringing its popular value fashion brand, Zudio, to Dubai marking the retailer’s first move into the international market. The first Zudio store in Dubai will open in Silicon Central Mall at 5PM on 30th August 2024 offering trendy and affordable fashion options.This launch aims to cater
Celebrate Emirati Women’s Day with exclusive offers honoring the strength, achievements, and contributions of Emirati women across the UAE. Enjoy special discounts and promotions at Restaurants, Retailers, Spas, Salons etc. AURA SkypoolCelebrate Emirati Women’s Day with a ladies-only yoga and sound healing session at AURA Skypool. Enjoy restorative yin yoga
Starting August 17, 2024, the minimum top-up for Nol cards at Metro station ticket offices will be AED 50, up from AED 20, according to an announcement by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on X. This change does not affect commuters who top up their cards online. Previously, in
If you’re planning to visit Dubai Mall, you might need to find a new meeting point. One of the busiest taxi drop-off and pick-up points at one of the world’s biggest malls has changed locations. The taxi point near Waitrose has now moved to Zabeel P3. So, if you usually
Located on the border of Dubai and Sharjah , Sahara Centre is a family friendly shopping mall with most of the popular retail and F&B outlets available in Dubai. Discover Sahara Centre’s special offers on fashion, electronics, dining, and more, and enjoy great deals at one of Sharjah’s largest shopping
The Dubai Shopping Malls Group (DSMG) is set to elevate this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) with their exciting ‘Shop. Win. Drive’ campaign. From June 28 to August 31, 2024, shoppers at a variety of Dubai’s premier malls will have an exclusive chance to win one of six luxurious GAC
UAE shoppers are being enticed with some of the most significant discounts on tech devices in recent years. However, the question remains: will they buy now or wait for the forthcoming AI-enabled devices set to hit the market in the coming weeks? Retail prices for smartphones and PCs are witnessing
Amazon Prime Day UAE is back this summer, and it’s bigger than ever. This year, the mega sale exclusively for Prime members will run for six full days, from Tuesday, July 16 to Sunday, July 21. With over 30 product categories on offer, including electronics, gaming, fashion, beauty, grocery, home,
The UAE government has officially announced the public holiday dates for 2025, offering residents and visitors ample time to plan their vacations and celebrations. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the public holidays for the coming year: New Year’s Day Wednesday, January 1, 2025 The year begins with a public holiday
Ready to upgrade to the latest iPhone? We’ve got you covered! Our detailed comparison takes you through the prices of the iPhone 15, iPhone 15 Plus, iPhone Pro, and iPhone Pro Max across well-known retailers like Apple store, Amazon, Noon, Sharaf DG, Jumbo, Carrefour, and Lulu. Get ready to find
UAE residents are now facing a 15% increase in fees, equating to Dh2.5, for remittances processed through physical currency exchange outlets. This fee hike, the first in five years, was initially planned for early April but took full effect in late April or May, allowing customers time to adjust. Despite
