Attractions

RTA deploys free Expo Rider buses

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announces the deployment of 126 public buses ‘Expo Rider’ to serve Expo 2020 Dubai visitors for free, from nine locations across Dubai. Additionally, two routes will be launched to lift Expo visitors from hotels directly to the site of Expo. RTA will deploy buses …

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Upcoming attractions in Hatta

Hatta has become a model for small cities in the region and one of the most important tourist attractions in a short span of time. From 2016, when the first development started in Hatta, tourists have doubled from 60,000 to one million in 2020. Shehara Rizly His Highness Sheikh Mohammed …

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Ain Dubai World’s largest and tallest observation wheel

Dubai Holding, a diversified global investment company with operations in 13 countries confirmed Ain Dubai as the Emirate’s newest landmark, and world’s largest and tallest observation wheel gears up for a highly anticipated public opening in the fourth quarter this year. Set to become the ‘must-visit’ venue for views, sunsets, …

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Around the world in 182 days

For many, the pandemic has put a pause on travel plans, but at Expo 2020 Dubai, residents and international visitors alike will be able to ‘travel’ around the world, with a fun, customisable passport that keeps a record of their journey as they explore 200-plus participating pavilions. Visitors are encouraged …

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Discover seven secluded beaches in the Philippines

Boracay Island and Palawan Island are two of the Philippines’ many beautiful beaches. In 2020, Conde Nast Traveler ranked Palawan Island as one of the 30 Best Beaches in the World. Meanwhile, Boracay has been named Best Island in the World by the international tourist magazine, Travel + Leisure in …

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Top destinations for UAE travellers

Experts at the UAE-based travel brand, part of the dnata Travel Group, are revealing where travellers from the UAE are seeking to take a break between July and October 2021, with a focus on destinations with clear regulations, no rules for quarantine on arrival, and direct flight options. dnata Travel, …

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Yas Island focuses on travel trade

Over the past few months, Yas Island has been busy with various new initiatives to ensure customer confidence to its wide array of experiences for family tourism from touchless journeys to an unforgettable experience. Marijana Mihajlovic, Director of Business Development, Experience Hub shares with TRAVTALK plans for the year. Shehara …

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Israel welcomes travellers

With the announcement released that Israel will focus on welcoming vaccinated international travellers from May 2021, there is a new ray of hope in this newly discovered source market. Ksenia Kobiakov, Director Israel Tourism shares more details of their new plan of action. Q Do share the latest status when …

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Tee off on the island of Ireland

For avid golfers, Ireland is a links paradise. Ireland has been a part of golfing history, most notably from being the home for the 148th Open at Royal Portrush and being the upcoming host for the 2027 Ryder Cup at Adare Manor. Those wanting to follow in the footsteps of …

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