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Explore the excitement of UAE National Day 2023 with these activities

As the UAE National Day weekend approaches, it’s time to plan how you’ll make the most of the celebrations. Commemoration Day falls on Thursday, November 30, with National Day following on Saturday, December 2. The festivities continue with two days of celebration on Sunday, December 3, and Monday, December 4. For private-sector workers, the workweek will conclude on Friday, resuming on Tuesday, December 5. Dubai has a plethora of activities

Indulge in the excitement of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023 at Bagatelle's pop-up.

The highly anticipated race weekend is quickly approaching, and the excitement is building. If you’re expanding your plans for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2023, you’ll be pleased to learn that Bagatelle is joining the lineup. Prepare for a genuine French Riviera takeover as Bagatelle transforms WET Deck and Skylite into prime circuit viewing spots. Perched atop the W Hotel on Yas Island, this rooftop venue boasts a pool and

Visitors to the Sheikh Zayed Festival in 2023 can anticipate spectacular fireworks and drone shows as part of the event's attractions.

Start your weekend with a visit to the annual Sheikh Zayed Festival, a 112-day-long celebration of the UAE’s heritage and roots. The event, running from November 17 to March 9, 2024, will kick off with fireworks and drone displays on the opening day, Friday, November 17. Under the patronage of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and the oversight of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice

The Butterfly Gardens in Abu Dhabi are poised to open in 2024.

Al Qana, Abu Dhabi’s waterfront destination, has announced the upcoming opening of Butterfly Gardens Abu Dhabi in 2024. Positioned adjacent to The National Aquarium at Al Qana, the Butterfly Gardens will serve as a sanctuary for over 40 species, comprising more than 2,000 butterflies, along with a diverse array of flora and fauna. Guests will have a unique opportunity to observe butterflies in their natural habitat, freely interacting with visitors.