Many global airlines have cancelled flights to Dubai amid regional disruption If you’re looking to hop on flights to or from Dubai in the recent weeks, you absolutely can, however you may need to change your airline as many have paused operations to the Middle East for now. According to Gulf Business, here is the list with all the updates. Aegean Airlines Dubai routes suspended until May 31. airBaltic Dubai flights suspended until October 24. Air Canada All Dubai flights cancelled until September 7. Air France-KLM Air France has suspended Dubai flights until April 19. KLM has suspended Dubai flights

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A temporary bump in the road on your way home Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has begun sidewalk maintenance and rehabilitation works in Dubai spanning 90,000 square metres as part of its 2026 preventive plans. The project aims to improve sidewalk quality, enhance the city’s landscape, and support sustainable infrastructure and overall quality of life. Last year, RTA upgraded an approximate 88,000 square metres of sidewalks across residential, tourist, commercial, economic, and coastal areas throughout the emirate. The sidewalk maintenance works scheduled for 2026 cover these key areas across Dubai Al Nahda 2 Al Baraha Nad Shamma Nad Al Hamar

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Stay in the know The warning alert from the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) can come at any time, and if you receive it when you are out at a mall or any other enclosed space, the Emergency, Crisis and Disaster Management Centre Abu Dhabi (ADCMC) shares what to do. The below guide was shared via the official ADCMC channel. في إطار المرحلة الثانية من حملة #مجتمعنا_جاهز، يوضح مركز إدارة الطوارئ والأزمات والكوارث لإمارة أبوظبي، بالتعاون مع الشركاء الاستراتيجيين، طريقة التصرف السليمة عند استلام رسائل الانذار داخل المراكز التجارية أو الأماكن المغلقة.التزامكم بالإرشادات والتعليمات الرسمية يحميكم ويعزز…

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When a quiet little reset in a robe is the vibe Some days just call for disappearing – just you, a robe, and a room that smells like eucalyptus. A slow slide into calm, quiet, and the kind of silence that feels like a reset button – the version of you who isn’t replying to emails or on the go. No special occasion – just a solid excuse to hide from the world in a sauna. Some of the best spas in Dubai will make you feel worlds away without actually going anywhere. Dreamy, quiet, and just the right kind

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Abu Dhabi staycations just got a cultural upgrade with free entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi and Saadiyat Cultural District If you have been eyeing a cultural escape in Abu Dhabi, this might be the moment to book it. Abu Dhabi staycations just got a little more interesting, with Experience Abu Dhabi offering hotel guests free access to three of the capital’s biggest cultural attractions in one stay. Book into any of the 171 participating hotels across the city and you will receive complimentary entry to Louvre Abu Dhabi, Zayed National Museum and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, all set within

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Yas Waterworld Yas Island adds 11 new rides from April 4, including the UAE’s tallest waterslide and plenty more thrills Abu Dhabi’s favourite waterpark is about to get louder, faster and a lot more fun. Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi will reopen on April 4 with a big expansion that adds 11 new rides and attractions to the mix. At the centre of the expansion is Matamir’s Drop, the UAE’s tallest waterslide. If you thought the park already had plenty going on, this takes it up a notch. Once the new additions are live, there will be more than 70 experiences

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Get a huge discount on some of the best restaurants in Dubai Foodies, this one’s for you. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has unveiled a brand-new citywide campaign, ‘Dubai, A Fine Way to Dine’, running until April 19,  and it’s bringing some of the city’s most sought-after restaurants together under one delicious umbrella. Designed to celebrate Dubai’s world-class culinary scene, the initiative invites residents and visitors to explore a curated lineup of dining experiences — with serious savings to match. Think up to 50% off à la carte menus, plus special set menus and business lunches across top-tier

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Some activities to keep the kids in the UAE entertained after school or online learning Looking for a way to get the kids off screens and into something more creative? Cosmetics brand Lush UAE has just the thing to help for those looking for kids activities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi In light of the recent shift towards remote learning, the much-loved beauty brand is opening up its stores across the UAE for a series of free, hands-on after-school sessions designed to help children unwind and switch off after a day of screens. Running from March 26 to April 30,

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No need to leave your four-legged friend behind if you’re staying at these Dubai Premier Inn hotels Dubai pet parents, this one’s for you. Premier Inn Middle East has just introduced dog-friendly stays at two of its Dubai properties, making it easier than ever to travel, relocate, or enjoy a staycation with your pup in tow. From April 6, guests can book dog-friendly rooms at Premier Inn Dubai Al Jaddaf and Premier Inn Dubai Silicon Oasis — with bookings open now. The move taps into a growing demand for flexible, pet-friendly accommodation in the city. Both hotels will feature dedicated

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Sheikh Zayed Festival now runs until April 5 with free entry, giving visitors more time to explore pavilions, shows and food The Sheikh Zayed Festival isn’t wrapping up just yet. If you’ve been meaning to go, or thinking you left it too late, you’ve got another chance. The Sheikh Zayed Festival has extended its run until April 5, and entry is now free. No tickets, no fuss. Just show up. Set your timing for late afternoon. That is when the festival starts to come alive. As the sun dips behind Al Wathba, the pathways light up and the air fills

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