West Nusa Tenggara Governor Lalu Muhamad Iqbal with Gulf News journalist Mahra Alnaqbi in Lombok, Indonesia.

Lombok eyes UAE tourists and clean energy investment

West Nusa Tenggara looks to Gulf tourists and UAE investment in solar energy projects

₱387B: Developers double down on Philippine hotels

Philippine hotel developers invest ₱387 billion despite economic challenges

A view of the Bonifacio Global City (BGC, with some buildings still under construction) as seen from the Kalayaan (“Freedom”) Bridge. Also known as Sta. Monica-Lawton Bridge, it links BGC and Ortigas business districts in Manila. The two business districts will also be connected via the under-construction $7.7-billion Manila Subway project.

Dubai to creators: Ditch the skyline, tell real stories

Dubai Press Club to train about 30 creators to show the city beyond its towers and bling

Dubai Press Club along with Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) and Dubai Media Office has launched a content creators program.

No patent fees for students, People of Determination

New exemptions cover 29 industrial property services, with existing fees reaching Dh9,000

UAE waives patent registration fees for students, People of Determination

Where UAE families fly for the October break this year

UAE families are favouring shorter trips, with some October fares still under Dh2,000

For UAE families travelling this month, the immediate choice remains more straightforward: pay a premium for a long-haul holiday, or take advantage of the comparatively lower fares still available on shorter routes.

Emirates Holidays adds new perks for Thailand trips

Emirates Holidays customers get shopping, dining and leisure perks across Thailand

Emirates Holidays customers can redeem their offers by simply presenting their vouchers and a copy of their passport at the reception of the participating mall or outlet to collect their Welcome Package.

UAE staycations surge as families skip airport queues

Dubai accounts for 78% of UAE staycation bookings as outbound demand also stays strong

UAE family travel demand remains strong as beach escapes and premium holiday experiences drive bookings.

Wynn unveils 98-berth marina at Ras Al Khaimah resort

The 98-berth marina will accommodate yachts up to 85 metres at Wynn’s UAE resort

Artist’s impression of Wynn Marina, the planned 98-berth superyacht marina at Wynn Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah

When can you stay at Burj Al Arab again?

Dubai’s iconic sail-shaped hotel is undergoing its first restoration since opening in 1999

Visit Dubai describes Burj Al Arab as one of the emirate’s most famous landmarks and tourist attractions.

Emirates offers Dh535 in free Dubai attraction passes

Eligible return tickets include Aquaventure and Lost World Aquarium

Emirates gives Dubai travellers Dh535 in free attraction passes this winter

Saudi, UAE lead Gulf’s 126,000-room hotel expansion

UAE has more than 23,000 rooms coming, while Dubai accounts for 11,180

Gulf hotel pipeline swells with nearly 126,000 new rooms due by 2030

Abu Dhabi is changing the hotel experience, here’s how

Framework covers eight stages of the guest journey, from pre-arrival to departure

Under the programme, those values will be incorporated into different points of contact between visitors and hospitality establishments.

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