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UAE visa cancellations strand over 4,000 Bangladeshis
UAE visa cancellations have left more than 4,000 Bangladeshis unable to return after home leave. Dhaka says it is pursuing the matter through diplomatic channels.
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Destination News
Abu Dhabi Introduces Comprehensive Pet-Friendly Tourism Regulations
Abu Dhabi pet-friendly regulations from the Department of Culture and Tourism set new standards for hotels to welcome domestic animals while maintaining hygiene, safety and consistent guest experiences.
Destination News
Proposal Dubai 2026: Luxury Proposal Experiences Redefine Engagements in UAE
Proposal Dubai 2026 launches a Collection of luxury proposal experiences, giving clients access to iconic UAE venues and large‑scale production features like a 1,000‑drone 'Love Story in the Sky'.
Visa Updates
UK ETA Now Mandatory for All Visa-Exempt Passengers from 26 February 2026
From 26 February 2026, the UK ETA will be required for all visa-exempt passengers travelling to the United Kingdom, affecting travellers from the UAE, GCC, EU, Australia, Singapore and more.
Travel Alerts
UAE One-Point Air Travellers Project With Bahrain: A Game-Changer in Smart Mobility
The One-Point Air Travellers project enables passengers to complete entry formalities before departure, reducing airport congestion and speeding cross-border travel between the UAE and Bahrain.
Destination News
Saudi Arabia and GCC Turn Airports into Multi-Country Stopover Destinations
GCC stopover tourism is accelerating as Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain and Kuwait turn airports into multi-country stopover destinations to boost non-oil growth.
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Dubai real estate transactions reach AED 15.6bn in a single day
Dubai real estate transactions hit AED 15.6 billion on 26 January, the highest single-day total on record, according to Dubai Land Department data.
Airline Updates
DXB Handles Record 95.2 Million Passengers in 2025
Dubai International Airport (DXB) handled 95.2 million passengers in 2025, marking a new record and underscoring plans to expand Al Maktoum into a mega-hub to meet rising demand.
Destination News
Luxury Meets Business: Why Anantara Downtown Dubai Is the Only Hotel You’ll Need
Anantara Downtown Dubai has been redesigned to serve as both a high-powered business hub and a tranquil luxury retreat — the Anantara Downtown Dubai transformation caters to corporate guests and leisure travellers alike.
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Etihad Rail Awards $8 Billion Contract for UAE High-Speed Rail Between Abu Dhabi and Dubai
UAE high-speed rail plans advanced as Etihad Rail awards over $8 billion in design and construction contracts to deliver a high-speed line linking Abu Dhabi and Dubai, due in 2030.
Destination News
UAE Tourism Boosted by Successful 'World’s Coolest Winter' Campaign, Says Emirates Council
UAE tourism received a lift from the sixth annual 'World’s Coolest Winter' campaign, which the Emirates Tourism Council says increased visitor interest and tourism revenue.
Travel Alerts
GCC Travel Safety 2026: Riyadh, Jeddah, Muscat and Bahrain Flagged Unsafe
GCC travel safety warnings for 2026 highlight cities and border zones visitors should avoid, with Riyadh, Jeddah, Muscat and several Bahraini districts singled out.