Dubai unveils action-packed August calendar of summer events
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
Dubai has unveiled a packed August 2026 summer calendar featuring shopping offers, dining experiences, indoor sports and live entertainment. Dubai Summer Surprises continues to drive citywide retail, leisure and family activities through August 30.
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim secures San Marino maintenance approval to expand MRO capabilities
Tue, 28 Jul 2026
DC Aviation Al-Futtaim (DCAF) has secured CAR-145 maintenance approval from San Marino’s Civil Aviation Authority, expanding its maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) capabilities at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport and enabling support for T7-registered private and commercial aircraft.
flydubai to resume direct Dubai–Budapest flights from July 31
Mon, 27 Jul 2026
flydubai, the Dubai-based carrier, will resume direct flights between Dubai International (DXB) and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) from July 31, restoring non-stop air links between the UAE and Hungary.
Dubai tops most photographed cities list; Burj Khalifa most tagged landmark
Fri, 24 Jul 2026
With an Instagrammability score of 100, Dubai tops the ranking of the most photographed cities in the world. It has been tagged 147 million times on Instagram and more than 43 million times on TikTok, says a report.
Shamal picks ALEC Fitout for Jumeirah Zabeel Saray revamp work
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
UAE-based Shamal Holding has appointed ALEC Fitout, a leading fit-out specialist in the region, as main contractor for the first major phase of transformation of Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, one of Dubai's most iconic hotels located on Palm Jumeirah. The full completion of this phase is expected by early 2027.
Dubai launches resident rewards programme to boost tourism
Wed, 22 Jul 2026
Dubai has launched “A Dubai Invite”, a resident rewards programme offering hotel, attraction, dining and transport discounts to those who invite family and friends to visit the emirate, as part of efforts to boost tourism through community ambassadors.
Museum of the Future to close in September for work on new experiences
Fri, 17 Jul 2026
Dubai's Museum of the Future has announced that the museum will close in mid-September for work on the next generation of experiences. It is expected to reopen with new experiences in the first quarter of 2027.
flydubai adds second daily Bangkok service from Dubai
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Dubai-based flydubai has launched a second daily flight to Bangkok, starting July 18, following the introduction of its daily service to Don Mueang International Airport earlier this month.
Dubai launches self-driving taxi service in certain areas
Thu, 16 Jul 2026
Dubai Road Transport Authority (RTA) has announced the launch of self-driving taxi service for public use in partnership with Apollo Go.
Confidence is the catalyst for tourism’s next chapter
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
According to Danielle Curtis, Regional Portfolio Director–UAE at RX Global, Dubai and the GCC are reinforcing tourism resilience through innovation, collaboration and long-term planning, with ATM 2026 highlighting AI and travel technology as key drivers of future industry growth.
Emirates adds four weekly Accra flights
Wed, 15 Jul 2026
Emirates has strengthened its presence in Ghana with the launch of four additional weekly flights between Dubai and Accra, increasing its schedule to 11 services a week.
dnata Travel Group appoints new VP for Yalago
Mon, 13 Jul 2026
dnata Travel Group has appointed Christian Kremers as Vice President of Yalago to accelerate the brand’s global expansion from Dubai.
Emirates to add second daily A350 service on Dubai-Colombo route
Wed, 08 Jul 2026
Emirates will introduce a second daily Airbus A350 service between Dubai and Colombo from 8 August, replacing the existing Boeing 777 aircraft on flight EK648/649.
Emirates adds third daily Dubai–Phuket flight with A350
Mon, 06 Jul 2026
Emirates is adding a third daily Dubai–Phuket flight operated by its Airbus A350, increasing flexibility and Premium Economy capacity. The airline will now operate 21 weekly flights to Phuket using Boeing 777 and A350 aircraft.
Global Hotel Alliance adds personalised city tours to GHA DISCOVERY
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Global Hotel Alliance has expanded its GHA DISCOVERY loyalty programme with personalised Local City Tours through City Unscripted, offering private, locally hosted experiences tailored to members’ interests across 15 destinations, including Dubai, London, Paris, Tokyo, and Singapore.
Grovy unveils show apartment for Ramada Residences by Wyndham
Thu, 02 Jul 2026
Dubai-based Grovy Developers has joined hands with USquare Luxe Properties to unveil the first look of its show apartment for Ramada Residences by Wyndham at Dubai Islands. The project comprises a collection of one- to three-bedroom apartments along with four-bedroom penthouses.
Emirates third daily flight touches down in Nairobi
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Emirates has launched its third daily Dubai-Nairobi flight, increasing operations to 21 weekly services. The new EK717 route strengthens connectivity for tourists, business travellers and exporters while supporting Kenya’s trade and tourism growth.
Oman Air expands network with five new routes in July
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
Oman Air is launching five new routes in July 2026, adding Singapore, Sochi, Tashkent, Dubai–Salalah, and Abu Dhabi to its network. The expansion will increase the airline's destination network to 49 cities.
The Meydan Hotel in Dubai undergoes interior transformation
Wed, 01 Jul 2026
H2R completed interior renovation of The Meydan Hotel in Dubai, reimagining guestrooms and public areas for Dubai Holding, modernising the hotel on an accelerated timeline while improving spatial quality and operational efficiency and improved outcomes.
Six Senses The Palm, Dubai focuses on sustainability
Tue, 30 Jun 2026
Ahead of its UAE debut, Six Senses The Palm, Dubai is integrating sustainability across its design, operations and guest experiences.
Air India Express opens new Gulf gateway for Northeast India
Thu, 25 Jun 2026
Air India Express has announced the launch of direct flights between Guwahati and Dubai, and Guwahati and Abu Dhabi, thus becoming the first airline to directly connect Northeast India with the Middle East. The services will commence on August 4 and 7 respectively.