Wynn Resorts has recently unveiled new images of its upcoming luxury resort, Wynn Al Marjan Island, which is currently under construction in Ras Al Khaimah. This development will be the hospitality giant’s first beachfront resort and is being built on a 62-hectare island located in the Arabian Gulf. Wynn Resorts is partnering with Marjan and RAK Hospitality Holding for the development of this project, which is expected to become the first integrated gaming resort in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Wynn Al Marjan Island has the following interesting features: In-house expertise ..read more

At the Arabian Market, Ghaith Al Ghaith, the CEO of flydubai, announced that the airline will operate at Al Maktoum International Airport and DXB in the coming years. He mentioned that Flydubai will start operations in Jebel Ali in the next couple of years as they need to grow in Dubai World Central. Eventually, they will move to Al Maktoum International Airport because Dubai airport will be closed down. In the relocation, there will be plans for handover, and flydubai will be part of that plan. On Sunday, April 28, the day the plans were announced, flydubai posted that Al Maktoum Internationa ..read more

A team of surgeons at Dubai Hospital, which is part of Dubai Health, has successfully removed the largest adrenal tumor in the world. The multidisciplinary approach to the surgery, which is part of Dubai’s first integrated academic health system, ensured the best possible outcome, reflecting Dubai Health’s commitment to prioritizing patients. The 69-year-old patient, who was previously in good health, was referred to the hospital’s emergency unit due to a massive abdominal mass discovered during a scan. The patient was struggling with walking and breathing for months before surgery, and his co ..read more

The Dubai Frame is due for a major renovation, as announced by Dubai Municipality during the Arabian Travel Mart (ATM) on Monday. Ahmed Ibrahim Al Zarouni, Head of the Public Parks and Recreational Facilities Department, revealed that the renovation will include a new exhibition, showcasing how Dubai will look in 50 years. The work is expected to be completed by the end of next year and will open to the public soon after. At present, the Dubai Frame takes visitors on a journey through the creation of Dubai from its origins to its current state, explaining the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin R ..read more

Demand for apartments in Dubai is increasing as more professionals move to the Emirates. This is a shift from the trend during the Covid-19 pandemic when sales of villas and townhouses had spiked due to people looking for larger living spaces while adhering to travel and outdoor restrictions. However, demand for apartments has been outpacing supply for some time now. For instance, when Dubai’s population rose by nearly 100,000 in 2023, only 50,000 residential units were available. Similarly, in the first quarter of 2024, 25,700 new residents arrived in Dubai, while only 6,500 new units entered ..read more

A developer of Net Zero sustainable cities, URB, has announced a massive coastal regeneration project in Dubai. The ambitious plan aims to plant 100 million new mangrove trees along 72km of coastline, providing lush greenery to the beaches. Mangrove trees are known for their environmental benefits, as they absorb a significant amount of CO2 and help protect coasts from erosion. This project aims to absorb enough CO2 to compensate for the yearly emissions of 260,000 vehicles. Currently, six pilot zones are being researched, and these will be located on Jebel Ali Beach, Dubai Marina Beach, Jumei ..read more

The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) is a leading international travel and tourism event at the Dubai that takes place at the World Trade Centre annually. It attracts inbound and outbound tourism professionals from around the world. The upcoming 31st edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) will take place over four days from 6-9 May 2024 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This stellar trade fair for the Middle East’s travel industry generates over AED91 billion in deals, which is why the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) can’t be missed. The annual business-to-business exhibition takes place every year, sho ..read more

The 8th Jiu-Jitsu Asian Championship is scheduled to take place at the Mubadala Arena from 3-8 May. This event is under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. The championship will bring together over 1,500 male and female competitors from more than 30 countries. The event is organized by the Jiu-Jitsu Asian Union and hosted by the UAE Jiu-Jitsu Federation. The adult division competitions will take place from 3-5 May, followed by the youth division competitions from 6-8 May. While physical ..read more

The United Arab Emirates has declared seven days of official mourning following the death of Sheikh Tahnoon bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, who passed away on Wednesday. Sheikh Tahnoon was the Ruler’s Representative in the Al Ain Region and a close associate of the UAE’s Founder, late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. As a mark of respect, flags shall be flown at half-mast. Sheikh Tahnoon played a crucial role in the establishment of the UAE and was trusted wholeheartedly by Sheikh Zayed. In 1966, only a month after Sheikh Zayed assumed power, he was appointed as the Chairman of the Department of Agr ..read more

Automakers such as Audi, BMW, and MG Motors, along with several Chinese companies, showcased their luxurious electric vehicles at the Mobility Live Middle East event in Abu Dhabi. These EVs boast a mileage range of 250km to 500km, depending on engine type and pricing. According to a German auto expert, electric cars are the future, and they have been receiving positive feedback from customers in the UAE. However, the lack of charging stations remains a significant hindrance. Despite the availability of technology and people’s interest in these EVs, there is a pressing need for more charging po ..read more