16th Italian Cuisine World Summit returns to UAE this November
Wed, 15 Oct 2025
The sixteenth edition of the Italian Cuisine World Summit will take place from November 3 – 8, 2025 across Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Bringing together more than 15 of the UAE’s Italian restaurants and hotels with 22 guest chefs from Michelin-starred restaurants across Italy, the summit will showcase the artistry, authenticity, and innovation that define modern Italian cuisine.
UAE travellers plan to curate trips based on hobbies: Skyscanner
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
The Skyscanner Travel Trends report for 2026 has unveiled the seven biggest trends in travel, showing that the year will become "personal" for travellers in the UAE. From literature escapes to supermarket tourism and skincare-fuelled itineraries, travellers are planning to curate trips based on their hobbies and passions for 2026, according to Skyscanner data and global consumer research.
Whycations top trend for UAE, Saudi travellers in 2026: Hilton report
Thu, 09 Oct 2025
In 2026, travellers prioritise purpose-driven trips, focusing on emotional motivations over destinations, according to Hilton's report. Gulf residents, particularly from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, value cultural immersion, with many learning local languages and seeking authentic experiences, emphasising genuine connections over traditional sightseeing.
4th Al Dhafra Date Festival and Auction to kick off October 17
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
The fourth Al Dhafra Dates Festival and Auction will occur from October 17 to 26, 2025, in Madinat Zayed, Abu Dhabi. Organised by the Abu Dhabi Heritage Authority, it aims to promote date production, enhance quality, support food security, and facilitate knowledge exchange in palm cultivation.
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels announces UAE eco-tourism initiative
Tue, 07 Oct 2025
Planet Ocean Underwater Hotels has announced an initiative to engage communities and organisations across the UAE in its Global Alliance Collaborator (GAC) programme.