Unusual museums in Dubai
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has compiled a list of the most original and unique museums in the emirate, which have something to surprise both locals and travellers. The
Record number of people visited Dubai’s parks
A record number of people visited Dubai's parks in the first half of 2023. More than 15 million Emirati residents and visitors used the public recreational facilities. This is 50
Namira Salim to open space hotel
A Dubai resident of Pakistani origin Namira Salim is planning to open an upscale space-style hotel complex called 0G (Zero G) in anticipation of a tourist flight to space. The mixed-use
Cybersports grow in popularity in Dubai
Dubai is gaining popularity as a global centre for cybersports, and as a result, the emirate has a growing number of gaming clubs for both amateur and professional gamers. For example,
UAE residents are the world’s most active internet users
99 per cent of the UAE residents are active internet users, the number is the highest in the world, according to a report by the Telecommunications and Digital Authority (TDRA). UAE
Baccarat Dubai hotel to be opened in 2027
In Dubai it was announced the postponement of the opening of the new luxury hotel Baccarat Dubai: if earlier it was planned that it will start receiving guests in 2026,
Burj Khalifa becomes world’s most popular landmark
Dubai's famous Burj Khalifa skyscraper, the world's tallest building, has been named the most popular attraction on the planet. About 17 million people visit the tower, located in the very
Tourists in Dubai are reminded about golden treats
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism has compiled a list of restaurants where travellers can try unusual, but very typical for Dubai treats made of edible gold. For example, Turkish
Dubai becomes a Barbieland
In a series of new photographs, a digital artist Joe John Mallour has turned Dubai into "Barbieland" by painting its most famous landmarks - from the Burj Khalifa skyscraper to
Health and Happiness campaign launched in Dubai
The Dubai Health Authority has launched a public awareness "Health and Happiness" campaign inviting residents of the emirate to win prizes totalling AED 240,000. The "Health and Happiness" campaign aims to