The UAE’s Artificial intelligence, Digital Economy and Remote Work Applications Office and Mastercard today signed a Memorandum of Understanding to increase Artificial Intelligence (AI) capabilities and readiness in the region. An initial focus of the effort will be dedicated to battling financial crime, securing the digital ecosystem, and driving inclusive growth in the UAE and…
Emirates highlights its history of community collaboration and local business support in the UAE
On its home soil, Emirates also chooses to celebrate and support local suppliers, in a nod to its Emirati heritage and dedication to the development of the UAE. To highlight the best of the UAE to a global audience, Emirates partners with several homegrown businesses – from artisan producers, authors, and artists who proudly highlight…
UAE makes surname mandatory on passports for travel
The UAE has issued a new directive making it mandatory for passengers travelling to and from the Emirates to have both their primary (first name) and secondary (surname) names mentioned in their passports. The circular stated that travellers with only one name will not be allowed to enter the Emirates from November 21, 2022. This…
Flying To Dubai? UAE Finally Lifts All Entry Requirements
UAE Removes All Travel Restrictions The United Arab Emirates is the latest country to drop all entry requirements and remove internal COVID-related restrictions. As of November 7, this Gulf state finally joins more than 120 countries that have gotten rid of travel restrictions, returning to normal travel. The UAE is a popular tourist destination in…
Emirates Group marks UAE Flag Day
Proud employees of the Emirates Group gathered today at its headquarters in a ceremonial moment to raise the UAE Flag high. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and chief executive Emirates Airline and Group, raised the UAE Flag while senior executives and employees proudly participated in the annual observance that celebrates the nation’s unity,…
Emirates boarding pass gives you access to exclusive offers in Dubai and the UAE
Emirates has announced the return of its popular My Emirates Pass. Starting from 1st November 2022 to 31st March 2023, My Emirates Winter Pass enables customers from Thailand to get more from their trip with exclusive offers at over 500 locations in the UAE. Emirates customers flying to or through Dubai can simply show their boarding pass and a…
UAE introduces five-year tourist visa
The UAE has announced massive changes to its visa system, introducing a five-year tourist visa and several new types of visas, while expanding the Golden Visa programme. The UAE Cabinet, headed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, has approved the executive regulations of the Federal Decree-Law…
Summer rush! Outbound travel from UAE is on the rise
There is a 50% a rise in inquiries for travel opportunities from UAE residents ahead of Eid and summer, said online travel agency Musafir.com. The agency sees pent-up demand for travel, as regulations ease and travellers prefer taking short trips to other destinations besides their home country. Raheesh Babu, COO, Musafir.com said: “There has been…
Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort, UAE
Close to the desert and mountains and with its own private beach the sprawling Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach resort has plenty to offer. Within proximity to the desert, beaches and mountains, Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach resort is a multi-award-winning resort sprawled over 1.5km of private sandy beach, just over an hour away from…
UAE Covid cases down 62% from January
From January to August of this year, the number of Covid-19 cases in the UAE decreased by 62%. According to Dr Farida Al Hosani, the official spokesperson for the UAE health sector, cases totalled 95,787 in the first month of 2021, but that number was reduced to 36,516 last month. A total of 87.19% of…
