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These are the world's most stunning cruise ports

Take a look at some of the best cruise ports and ports of call worldwide.

OCEC plans 16 international events in 2024

The Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre (OCEC), one of the leading venues in the region, is expecting to welcome over 16 international and regional events in 2024. The OCEC has hosted the Middle East Space Conference, the International Occupational Health Summit and the General Arab Insurance Federation Conference, welcoming thousands of visitors to its convention centre.In the coming months, the OCEC will be host to the Royal College of...

£12,000 for a ticket to see Scotland's opening game at the Euros!

Watching Scotland play at a major tournament has been a rare treat over the past three decades. But Scotland tickets for their Euro opening match are being offered by resale companies for £12,000

Meet Nicolas Naim, hotelier by profession, actor and director at heart

The Dubai-based hotelier at Paramount Hotel Dubai, along with its General Manager Pascal Eggerstedt helps organise a popular film festival in the city, 'We Create Drama'

Manor Lords: Best Burgage Plot Upgrades

Upgrading a Burgage Plot in Manor Lords gives you access to new resources, but not all of them are equally valuable.

Air India Express terminates 25 cabin crew members after 'premeditated' mass sick leave

The airline considered their sick leave a pre-meditated and concerted abstention from work without any justifiable reason.

QNB recognised for 'highest growth' in Visa 'Tap to Phone' solution

The largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa gets award in support of local SMEs, micro-merchants transactions in QatarQNB, the largest financial institution in the Middle East and Africa, was awarded for its “exceptional milestone” in enabling local SMEs and micro-merchants in Qatar to accept digital payments through Visa’s ‘Tap to Phone’ solution.The award presented by Visa, a world leader in digital payments, recognises...

Do you remember these tourist spots being completely empty?

While most of us would rather forget it ever happened, the COVID-19 pandemic had a huge impact on everyone's lives not so long ago. Governments around the world tried to contain the spread of the novel coronavirus by decreeing lockdowns. Almost everything was shut down, and most people stayed home, including tourists. Some of the busiest tourist spots on Earth became deserted, yet photographers were there to capture those unique moments. In this gallery, we look back on what some of the world's most popular tourist spots looked like during lockdown. Click on to revisit the not-so-distant past.

Underground attractions around the world you need to visit

From a sauna inside a former mine to wartime tunnels and rock-hewn temples, we've dug up the most interesting underground attractions across the globe.

More Than 130 Million Americans Are Breathing Unhealthy Air, New Report Shows

Fact checked by Nick Blackmer News Takeaway About four in 10 people in the U.S. are living in places with air pollution that threatens their health, a new report has found.The report shows 11.7 million more people are now living in places with poor air quality compared to last year’s data.Climate change is a driving force behind worsening air quali...

From Wyoming to Batna, Algeria, hidden gem film festivals from around the world

The Cannes Film Festival, which has been running since the 1940s, will start its 77th iteration on May 14. It has been a stalwart of cinematic achievement and exploration, highlighting momentous films and introducing audiences to up-and-coming directors. While festivals such as Cannes garner global attention annually, the celebration of film exists...

The most beautiful natural parks in The Netherlands

The most tragic airplane crashes in US history

Did you know that the worst crashes in American history (aside from terrorist attacks) happened, for the most part, over 20 years ago? Read on to learn more about the worst airplane crashes in the United States.

St Tropez beach club Casa Amor to open in Dubai this year

The boho-chic St Tropez hotspot is bringing its Tulum-inspired beachside bliss to Dubai… From the ultra chic shores of St Tropez, glitzy beach club and restaurant, Casa Amor, is set to open in Dubai this October. Renowned for being one of the most exclusive beach clubs in the French Riviera, the dreamy beach club is […]

Inside Instagram 'bully' Katherine Asplundh's wedding to billionaire

Katherine and Cabot, 27, threw a glamorous celebration at the historic Henry Morrison Flagler museum, a 75-room 1902 mansion described as 'more wonderful than any palace in Europe.'

Keep America weird: unusual facts about each state

The United States is a big, vast place where sometimes (a lot of times) weird things happen. Jokes about Florida's strangeness abound, as evidenced by the amount of Twitter accounts dedicated to poking fun at the absurd things that take place in the Sunshine State. But Florida is far from being alone. Check out these strange facts about American states that will increase your random knowledge and your chances of winning trivia games.

SHANE WATSON: Anya Taylor-Joy's airport look is fit for Marilyn Monroe

UK fashion expert Shane Watson compares The Queen's Gambit actress Anya Taylor-Joy's airport look ahead of the Cannes Film Festival to that of Marilyn Monroe circa The Seven Year Itch.

May Special Days 2024: List Of Upcoming Important Days, Dates, National, International Events And Festivals In May Month

May 2024 Special Days List: The fifth month of the calendar, May is just a few days ahead. May celebrates a list of important events and festivals across the globe. With the culmination of April, the proceeding summers are also taking a tight hold in the country. The increasing temperatures and heat waves are likely to elevate in May month. This month is packed with several interesting national and international events and festivals that bring...

Economy vs premium vs business class: Travel experts compare all three Air India A350 cabins simultaneously, from golden pillows to 'unbelievable' economy food

Flyers from The Points Guy film their experiences in business class, premium economy and economy on a flight from Bengaluru Airport to Delhi. Read on for the full verdict...

Sultan of Oman visits Al-Salam Palace Museum

KUWAIT: Sultan of Oman Haitham bin Tareq and the accompanying delegation visited the Al-Salam Palace Museum on Tuesday. His Highness Sheikh Sabah Khaled Al-Hamad Al-Sabah, head of the honorary delegation, accompanied Sultan Haitham during his visit. At the museum, the Sultan was received by Minister of the Amiri Diwan Affairs Sheikh Mohammad Al-Abdullah Al-Mubarak Al-Sabah. During the tour of the museum, Sultan Haitham was shown historical...

Glamorous Nelly Korda lights up the red carpet at the Met Gala in New York City

Nelly Korda, the hottest player in golf, hit the red carpet Monday evening wearing an Oscar de la Renta gown for the annual Met Gala at The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City, a rare invitation for an LPGA player. But then, Korda's play of la

This Is EXACTLY What The World's Most Famous Ruins Would Look Like Today

Thanks to new technology we can now travel back in time and see the world’s historic sites restored to their former glory

Amir visits 33rd Doha International Book Fair

DOHA: His Highness the Amir of the State of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani has visited the 33rd Doha International Book Fair, held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), under the theme 'Knowledge Builds Civilizations'.During his tour, HH the Amir listened to an explanation about the most prominent publishing houses participating in the Fair from the Qatar and from brotherly and friendly countries, and their new releases....

Why planes are forbidden from flying over Disney parks (and other no-fly zones)

There are a number of airspace areas where aircraft are prohibited from entering. These usually include both manned (e.g. planes and helicopters) and unmanned ones (i.e. drones). There are essentially two main types of restricted areas: no-fly zones and prohibited airspace. They differ slightly, but both are implemented to the the same effect. In this gallery, we look at where in the world aircraft are prohibited from entering. Click on to find out if your country is on the list.

The most bizarre travel experiences in the world

The best thing about traveling the world is the ability to discover the places that are lesser known to most people. And if you enjoy the offbeat, or you're just bored with the usual travel experiences you see online, then you might consider including one of these rather bizarre attractions on your next travel itinerary. From places where it’s acceptable to stick gum on the walls, to a spa where you can swim in a massive bowl of ramen, click on for some surprising and unconventional places!

Dubai Safari Park to remain open throughout summer

In 2023, a trial was conducted to study the sleeping and feeding patterns of the animals

You’ll soon be able to check-in to a stunning St Regis resort in Oman

It’s set to welcome guests from June 1… Get ready for a short-haul getaway: a stunning new resort is set to open in Oman next month. From June 1, travellers will be able to enjoy the five-star spoils of The St. Regis Al Mouj Muscat Resort, which will open on the edge of the 18-hole […]

Mona Lisa’s Mysterious Background Decrypted by Art-Loving Geologist

Over 500 years after Leonardo da Vinci painted the Mona Lisa, an academic believes she has unraveled the mystery about the backdrop to one of the world's most famous works of art. Art historians have long debated its landscape, speculating on the locations that could have inspired Leonardo, but the geologist and Italian Renaissance specialist Ann Pizzorusso thinks she has pinpointed it to Lecco in northern Italy. "When I came to Lecco, I...

Flying up to 15 hours from Dubai? It’s likely you’ll be on Emirates’ new A350 jet

Emirates plans to use its new Airbus A350 jets to serve ultra-long-haul destinations in the US, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand – all up to 15 hours of flying time from Dubai – following the initial launch of the wide-body jets on mainly regional routes. The first batch of deliveries – with a capacity of 312 seats and expected in August th...

Riyadh Air, STA sign MoU to enhance services for visitors to Saudi Arabia

Saudi Gazette reportDUBAI — Riyadh Air, owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), and the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) have signed a significant memorandum of understanding (MoU) at Dubai's Arabian Travel Market.This partnership aims to facilitate travel to over 100 countries by 2030 and to enhance the level of service provided to tourists through various initiatives.Fahd Hamidaddin, CEO of the Saudi Tourism Authority, stated that Saudi...

How a rising star gets up and down from two tricky spots to save par

If you aren’t yet familiar with the golf skills of rising LPGA Tour star Ruoning Yin, an introduction is in order. “Ronni,” as she’s called, went from missing the cut in more than half the events she played in her first LPGA Tour season in 2022 to winning a major (KPMG Women’s PGA Championship) and rising to No. 1 in the Rolex World Golf Ranking in...

Hilton signs three farm-based resorts in Al Ahsa

Hilton and Dan Company, a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company specialising in agritourism, ecotourism, and adventure tourism signed an agreement with Hilton to operate three resorts in Al Ahsa.Al-Ahsa Agritourism Resort, LXR Hotels & Resorts; Al-Ahsa Eco Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton; and Al-Ahsa Adventure Resort, Curio Collection by Hilton will be located in Saudi Arabia’s Eastern Province and UNESCO World Heritage site, which is home to...

11 amazing things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: May 17 to 19

Weekend wonders in the capital… And just like that, the weekend is here. Abu Dhabi weeks may be fun, but the weekends are even more fun. You’ll see, just from this list. Three days, unmissable events, foodie experiences, outdoor fun and more. Thank God it’ll be Friday soon. Here are 11 exciting things to do […]

Fascinating ways different cultures ward off evil spirits

Much of the world subscribes to the belief in the dichotomy of good and evil, so it makes sense that most cultures have some form of ushering in the former and casting out the latter. Over the centuries, traditions, rituals, and festivals have developed and adapted to keep these ancient practices alive. The most fascinating part of these rituals is how creative various cultures' approach can be to warding off evil spirits, from jumping over babies to putting up phallic images around town. Click through to take a visual tour of some of the most stunning and most head-scratching practices to cast out evil.

The world's strangest museums

While many may associate museums with hours-long walks through hallways covered in art that you may not understand, that's only one side of things. Museums can cover various topics, with everything from mustard, to SPAM, and even barbed wire or burnt food getting their very own exhibitions. Browse the gallery and cast your eyes over some of the weirdest museum collections in the world.

These famous natural wonders happened by accident

These tourist attractions are extraordinary marvels that came into existence unexpectedly, either through human intervention or strange natural occurrences. They are precious treasures that never fail to astonish visitors from across the globe. Let's explore these remarkable wonders that emerged by total accident. Click through the gallery to get started.

Saudi Arabia announces region’s first luxury train service

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) and Arsenale S.p.A. have signed an agreement for the construction of the Kingdom’s first luxury train. From the capital Riyadh to Qurayyat at the northern border with Jordan, ‘Dream of the Desert’ will travel with 40 luxury cabins, when fully operational at the end of 2025.Bashar bin Khalid Al Malik, CEO of SAR, and Paolo Barletta, CEO of Arsenale have signed the documents that officially welcome Dream of the Desert...

Emirates airline chalks record annual profit as travel demand booms

The airline's best-ever financial performance figures were "driven by the voracious appetite for travel across customer segments," the Emirates Group said.

I live in a $250,000 houseboat in Toronto, Canada: Take a look inside

Kate Fincham, 35, has lived in a houseboat in Toronto, Canada for the past three years. She purchased her home for $250,000. Kate is a content writer and lives with her two cats.

Tourism income surpasses Q1 targets — report

AMMAN — The Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities has released its first-quarter report for 2024, providing a detailed overview of income, visitor statistics and strategic objectives for the upcoming year. The report highlighted a 9.7 per cent decrease in tourist arrivals compared with the same period in 2023, with the total number of visitors reaching 1.334 million, the Jordan News Agency, Petra, reported. The report attributed the decline in...

5-day break for Eid Al Adha in UAE: Europe flight deals from Dh980

Residents seen making full use of vacation, with bookings made one day before the holiday starts

Inside the luxury doomsday bunkers inspired by a Martian city

See inside the survival shelter inspired by a Martian city and Ancient Rome and built for the super-rich. Plus, explore the affordable but impenetrable Nomad Bunker for weathering the worst

Star attraction: a guide to stargazing in the UAE

Wonder is written in the stars… For the entirety of their existence, humans have stared into the space above their heads and attempted to draw meaning from the yawning chasm of the cosmos. Some of us see the fingerprints of deities and intelligent design, or alien worlds and ancestral planes; others – Big Dippers, constellations […]

Gucci Hosts Star-Studded Cruise Collection Fashion Show in London’s Tate Modern

For one night only, the utilitarian, concrete basement of London's Tate Modern museum was transformed into a lush green jungle Monday — and it was the hottest fashion ticket in town. Luxury Italian fashion house Gucci hosted its star-studded cruise collection catwalk at the Thames-side modern art museum, showing a series of delicate sheer outfits, relaxed denim and daywear, all adorned with the brand's coveted leather bags and other accessories...

32 astonishing Ancient Egyptian treasures discovered in the last decade

Incredible ancient Egyptian discoveries uncovered in the last five years, from golden-tongued mummies to a slyly smiling sphinx.

Lesser-known countries you didn't know existed

With 195 countries in the world and a number of them with populations under one million, it's likely you haven't heard of some. Most of these obscure nations are islands, which may not even exist in the near future due to rising sea levels. Here are eight little known sovereign states for you to explore.

Guide to Dubai's newly listed historical places, from a pineapple slide to a fish fountain

Of the nearly three dozen historical buildings and sites selected for the second phase of Dubai’s heritage architecture preservation project, many will be familiar urban landmarks. Others, however, may be less well-known and perhaps even seem surprising. All, though, are woven into the story of Dubai as it grew from the 1960s to the 1990s. Diverse ...

Another of the world's best airlines is giving its staff a huge bonus after a 2nd year of record profits

Singapore Airlines posted record profits for the second year running. Bloomberg reports it will give staff a bonus of eight months's salary.

UAE weather: Yellow alert issued for dust; rain may hit some areas this afternoon

Temperatures may reach 43 degrees Celsius in Abu Dhabi and Dubai

Canopy by Hilton Seychelles now open

Hilton has announced the opening of its newest property, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles – marking the boutique lifestyle brand’s debut in the Indian Ocean.Situated in the south of Mahé, Canopy by Hilton Seychelles is the brand’s first resort property in the world, seamlessly blending local flair with contemporary charm to deliver an idyllic getaway for families and adventure seekers alike. A short drive from the Jardin du Roi (Spice Garden), and...