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Top water parks in the UAE to visit this summer 2025

Cool off and dive into adventure! From Dubai to Fujairah, discover UAE’s best water parks

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Looking for a splash-tastic escape? Explore top water attractions across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, and more — perfect for beating the heat and celebrating the Hijri New Year with loved ones.

Tanweer Festival returns to Sharjah with music, food

From November 21 to 23, the second edition of the festival will be held in Mleiha

One of Sharjah’s most unmissable celebrations of unity and cultural connection returns from November 21 to 23, with a three-day programme of live music, immersive art, workshops, and nature-inspired experiences in the heart of the Mleiha desert.

Dubai’s Gold Souk: A dazzling walk through tradition

The Dubai Gold Souk in Deira is a must-visit for anyone living in or visiting Dubai

The Gold Souk has long been a must-visit destination for tourists and residents alike, famed for its dazzling display of gold, silver, and precious gemstones.

Schengen visa for UAE residents – Step-by-step guide

A total of 260,229 applications for the Schengen were submitted from the UAE last year

Globally, the EU rejected over 1.7 million applications in 2024, resulting in over €145 million (Dh606.3 million) lost.

Schengen visa rejected: Indians lost Dh56m in 2024

India ranked third globally in visa-related losses, trailing only Algeria and Turkey

India submitted more than 1.1 million Schengen visa applications last year.

Global Village sets record with 10.5 million visitors

More than 400 performers delivered over 40,000 awe-inspiring shows

Fireworks light up the sky during the vibrant closing night at Global Village.

Young travellers are shaping Saudi tourism prospects

From AlUla to the Red Sea, Gen Z Saudis are making local travel the next big flex

The Red Sea project represents one of the handful of Saudi Arabia's never-attempted-before transformation of its tourism and travel prospects.

Wild makeover: Dubai Safari Park set for upgrades

Current season is Park's most successful yet, with record visitor numbers

Safari adventure, animal encounters, feeding activity, live presentations, programmes like ‘Junior Ranger’ are among the popular experiences and activations at Dubai Safari Park.

Watch: 8 must-visit destinations in Dubai

Explore top free Dubai tourist spots for year-round fun!

8 popular Dubai destinations you should not miss

Istanbul: Stepping into a treasure trove of history

Turkey’s port city on Bosphorous is a mosaic of Ottoman architecture and incredible food

Hagia Sophia, an architectural marvel, is one of the world’s great monuments. The Byzantine structure in Istanbul was built as a Christian church in the 6th century. In subsequent centuries it became a mosque, a museum, and a mosque again.

Watch: A journey to the past through Istanbul

History lies at every step in Turkey's biggest city, and capital of Ottoman Empire

Rumeli Fortress, dating to 1452, at the narrowest point (600 metres) of the Bosphorus Strait. It helped restrict the passage of ships and played a vital role in the Ottoman siege of Constantinople (Istanbul) in 1453.

Photos: World's first 'Dragon Ball' theme park in Saudi

Park will feature 30 rides centred around the world of fictinal characters Goku & friends

Photos: Saudi Arabia's Qiddiya unveils world's first 'Dragon Ball' theme park

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