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Archer Aviation Stock Draws Retail Chatter After Midnight eVTOL Takes Flight In Abu Dhabi
myMotherLode - California
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The company said that the flight focused on evaluating the performance in UAE-specific conditions, including temperature, humidity, and dust exposure. Archer Aviation (ACHR) stock garnered retail attention on Wednesday after the air taxi firm said...
2nd Heritage Conference refutes Western travellers’ writings on UAE
Sharjah24
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Conference Highlights Critical Reflections Dr Bounama stated that the programme held alongside the Second Heritage Conference — under the theme "Folk Heritage Through the Eyes of Others" — discussed a selection of valuable topics presented by a...
Pakistan Hockey Team To Travel India For Asia Cup 2025: Sports Ministry Source
News18
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July 3, 2025
Last Updated:July 03, 2025, 17:53 IST Asia Cup 2025, India vs Pakistan: The 2025 edition of the Asia Cup is scheduled to take place at Rajgir in Bihar from August 27 to September 7. Pakistan to travel India for Asia Cup 2025 in August. (Picture...
UAE: Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi Expansion Opens This Summer Here Are The New Attractions
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The expansion of Yas Waterworld, Abu Dhabi is set to open to the public this summer, announced Developer Miral today at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. Gearing up for a summer like never before, this phase of the...
Abu Dhabi's Yas Waterworld Waterpark Expansion To Open To Public On July 1
MENAFN
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July 2, 2025
(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) The expansion of Yas Waterworld waterpark is all set to open to the public on July 1, Miral announced Wednesday, June 25. The expansion, located on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, extends over an area of 13,445 square metres....
Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s Expansion “Lost City,” is Now Officially Open
Travel Daily Media
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July 3, 2025
Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has officially opened the doors to its highly anticipated expansion, making the water’s greatest playground even greater. Spanning 13,445sqm, the all-new area invites guests to dive into the “Lost City,” an...
UAE non-oil private sector grew in June but Israel-Iran war weighs on demand
The National News
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Business activity in the UAE's non-oil private sector grew in June, but demand slowed due to the Israel-Iran war. The S&P Global Purchasing Managers Index for the Emirates inched up to 53.5 in June, from 53.3 in May, demonstrating “solid...
From Shah Rukh Khan to Beyoncé: Why Dubai is the ultimate destination for global celebrities?
The Times of India
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Celebrities from Bollywood to Hollywood are choosing Dubai for its luxury, lifestyle, and star power/ Representative Image From A-list Bollywood icons to global music royalty and Hollywood elites, Dubai has become the world’s go-to destination for...
British holidays at risk as Ryanair and EasyJet forced to axe flights due to French air traffic control strikes - is YOUR flight affected?
Daily Mail
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July 3, 2025
Tens of thousands of passengers have had their travel plans disrupted after easyJet cancelled 274 flights and Ryanair axed 170 due to French air traffic control strikes. Irish low-cost airline Ryanair said the cancellations today and tomorrow will...
Abu Dhabi's hotel revenues surge to $230m in April
Travel & Tourism News Middle East
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Travel, Tourism & Hospitality July 2025 130 Abu Dhabi's hotels generated revenues of AED847 million ($230 million) in April, underscoring its growing appeal as a global tourism hub. A total of 172 hotels were in operation offering 34,383 rooms...
Cool down season: these top Dubai attractions are staying open all summer
What's On
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July 3, 2025
While summer in Dubai may come with soaring temps, the city knows how to keep the fun going. From indoor theme parks to rainforest biodomes and snowy slopes, here are the coolest indoor attractions staying open throughout the season. Ski Dubai,...
UAE and India explore avenues for enhancing economic and industrial collaboration during the upcoming stage
MENAFN
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July 3, 2025
(MENAFN- Orient Planet Group) Abu Dhabi, 02 July 2025: H.E. Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Tourism, today held a high-level meeting with H.E. H. D. Kumaraswamy, Indian Minister of Steel and Heavy Industries, and his...
Turn pencak silat into tourist, cultural attraction, W Sumatra told
Antara
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July 3, 2025
Padang, West Sumatra (ANTARA) - Youth and Sports Minister Dito Ariotedjo has urged West Sumatra province to turn Indonesia’s traditional martial art pencak silat into a leading tourist, cultural, and sports attraction. “I came here and was...
10 brilliant UAE day trips to escape the city
What's On
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July 3, 2025
Dubai and Abu Dhabi are full of brilliant things to do. But when you’re looking to escape the city, the rugged natural landscape of the surrounding emirates makes for a brilliant day trip. So pack up the car, perfect your road trip playlist and...
Edinburgh Airport warning as travel hub is branded 'filthy' and 'disgrace' by travellers
Scottish Daily Express
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July 3, 2025
Edinburgh Airport has been blasted in online reviews, with one prominent public sector boss piling on the criticism. It is Scotland's busiest airport, and has entered its most hectic period with families flying out for summer, with up to 60,000...
Dubai crowned world's 3rd most scenic city after dark
Gulf News
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Abu Dhabi has been ranked the safest city in the world for exploring after dark, earning a standout nighttime safety score of 87 out of 100 in Travelbag’s global study of long-haul destinations. For travelers who may feel uneasy about venturing...
Budget travel in Asia: 5 Asian getaways just a few hours away for Indian travellers with estimated cost, top attractions
Hindustan Times
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July 3, 2025
If you are looking to make your budget travel dreams a reality, in an interview with HT Lifestyle, Karan Agarwal, director, Cox and Kings, explained why Asia could be a great choice. He said Asia offers a buffet of options within easy reach, from...
‘All Iranians are worried’ as North Texans with ties to Iran monitor travel ban, war
KERA - Texas
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July 3, 2025
Nika Reinecke was looking forward to the reunification of her family. Reinecke, who came to the U.S. from Iran in 1977 to study, was able to help her mother and two other siblings join her (in Texas The only one missing from her tight-knit family...
UAE and China Qingdao Overseas Integrated launch service centre to boost trade
ME Construction News
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July 3, 2025
The UAE and China unveiled the Qingdao Overseas Integrated Service Centre at the China-Arab Business Forum held in Qingdao. This initiative aims to boost the US $400bn trade between China and the Arab world. During the Forum, a total of 40...
Smart traveller: Our guide to… fun regional summer hotel deals
Business Traveller
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July 3, 2025
Staying in the GCC this summer? Here are some great hotel deals to take advantage of! 1. Shangri-La hotels & Resorts has launched a new “Eat Play Love” campaign for the summer, that aims to reimagine the art of travel through the spirit of...