Al Dhafra Region will host the fifth edition of the Historic Dalma Sailing Festival’s 60-FT Dhow Race from 7th -20th May 2022, under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Ruler’s Representative in Al Dhafra Region. The 60-foot traditional dhow race, with a prize fund of AED25 …
Read More »Ramadan Nights 2022 continues activities in Expo Centre Sharjah
The activities and events of the ‘Ramadan Nights 2022’ exhibition continue to proceed, as thousands of visitors rush to the venue to visit the spectacular shopping, entertainment, culinary, and cultural destination, which will run for 15 days during the Holy Month of Ramadan. Ramadan Nights is the ideal destination for …
Read More »‘House of Wisdom Ramadaniyat’: Shopping, art, interactive workshops for children and more
With twinkling lanterns and tantalising aromas of food, bustling night markets are a staple of Ramadan festivities. The House of Wisdom (HoW) is celebrating this age-old cultural tradition with its own Ramadaniyat pop-up, the first-ever outdoor marketplace hosted by the iconic cultural centre, which runs for ten days until April …
Read More »Flight attendants entertain passengers by staging a toilet roll race while Southwest flight is delayed
This is the hilarious moment Southwest Airlines hosted a toilet paper race to entertain passengers who were delayed in Chicago. Passengers were stuck on a plane waiting to take off from Chicago Midway International Airport on Sunday when flight attendants came up with an idea to pass the time. Footage …
Read More »Emirati folk culture captivates global audiences at Bologna Children’s Book Fair
The pulsating rhythm of traditional drums and Emirati folk songs, led by the Sharjah National Band, are welcoming children and adults from around the world to the Sharjah pavilion at the 59th Bologna Children’s Book Fair (BCBF), where the emirate is being celebrated as Guest of Honour. The band, clad …
Read More »Wadi Wurayah National Park nominated as UNESCO World Heritage Site
The UAE’s first mountain nature reserve, Fujairah’s Wadi Wurayah National Park, WWNP, has been inscribed on the UAE’s tentative list of nominations for UNESCO World Heritage Site status. The nomination has been submitted to UNESCO’S World Heritage Centre for assessment on the basis of the Outstanding Universal Value, OUV, of …
Read More »Sharjah Heritage Days attracts 102,000 visitors in its first week
Dr. Abdul Aziz Al Musallam, Chairman of Sharjah Institute for Heritage, and Chairman of the Higher Organising Committee of Sharjah Heritage Days, revealed that 102,000 visitors had participated in the events and activities of the first week of this year’s Sharjah Heritage Days (SHD) in heart of Sharjah and Central …
Read More »Art Dubai opens largest edition to date
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Art Dubai, the leading global platform for art and artists from the Middle East and Global South, returns to Madinat Jumeirah Dubai from 11th to 13th March, 2022. Ahead of …
Read More »Dubai Culture begins countdown to Sikka Art and Design Festival 2022
As the countdown begins for the launch of the tenth edition of Sikka Art and Design Festival, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has announced its readiness to provide an integrated and fun experience to visitors. The festival will be held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed …
Read More »The world’s biggest cruise ship is making its debut
It’s been three years in the making, but the world’s largest cruise ship is finally ready to welcome passengers. Measuring a staggering 1,188 feet, Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas was delivered last month and is due to begin its maiden voyage from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to the Caribbean on …
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