Tourism
TCA Abu Dhabi wins top award for Best Mobile Government Services for Tourism category
Wednesday, February 15, 2017WAM — Abu Dhabi Tourism and Culture Authority, TCA Abu Dhabi, has won top honours at the Best Mobile Government Service Awards at the World Government Summit Awards for the new, improved version of its Visit Abu Dhabi mobile application. The latest version of the Visit Abu Dhabi app, which gives users instant access to… Untitled
One year anniversary of Postojna’s batch of ‘baby dragons’
Tuesday, February 14, 2017It has been a year since the moment that astonished and thrilled Postojna Cave, Slovenia and the world. On Saturday, 30th January 2016, the first olm egg was noticed on the glass of Postojna Cave’s aquarium. Over the following 8 weeks, the mother olm laid 64 eggs, from which 22 eggs developed into larvae and… Untitled
Exciting water parks
Tuesday, February 14, 2017Dubai’s pristine beaches offer an exciting variety of water activities such as diving, jet skiing, parasailing, snorkeling, yachting, powerboat rides as well as an amazing range of extreme watersports such as bungee jumping, sky diving, kitesurfing, kayaking, windsurfing, wakeboarding, flyboarding and what not for those who seek to push their limits! Wild Wadi You’ll… Untitled
Dubai Chamber launches new recreational game “Dubai-Opoly”
Sunday, February 12, 2017Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has launched “Dubai-Opoly”, a new recreational game as part of its efforts to promote Dubai as a global hub for business and trade. Modelled after the world-famous “Monopoly” board game, Dubai-Opoly will soon hit store shelves in the UAE and GCC region, and feature some… Untitled
Now enjoy a ride aboard a traditional abra on the Dubai Water Canal!
Sunday, February 12, 2017The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced the operation of a traditional abra on the Dubai Water Canal as part of the plan of the Marine Transport Department for expanding the delivery of tourist services, and the deployment of modern transit means at various tourist attraction points. The step is taken in the context of… Untitled
Welcome to Abu Dhabi!
Sunday, January 22, 2017Captivating culture, breath-taking luxury, exhilarating adventure and the warmth of Arabian hospitality await you in Abu Dhabi. Feel awed by one of the world’s top landmarks – the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque – take on the planet’s fastest roller coaster at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, zoom to the pace of a speedboat tour of the… Untitled
Unique desert experience
Monday, December 26, 2016The deserts in the UAE have been silent witness to its dramatic transformation over the years. One of the emirate’s much-acclaimed experiences is the Dubai Desert Safari offered by leading tour operators with several options such as morning safaris, evening safaris and even overnight desert safaris for those who want to witness the breathtaking sight… Untitled
Dubai’s top golf courses
Monday, December 26, 2016Dubai’s lush greenery is well-developed for golf enthusiasts. Set aside some tee time, and try its world-class golfing venues. The Address Montgomerie, Emirates Hills Set in the salubrious location of Emirates Hills – known by many as Dubai’s version of Beverly Hills – The Address Montgomerie is one of the Middle East’s most luxurious and desirable golfing… Untitled
Public-private partnerships key to success for budding Gulf Green Turtle Conservation initiative
Thursday, December 15, 2016Emirates Wildlife Society in association with WWF (EWS-WWF), is reaffirming how critical public-private partnerships are to protecting the Gulf’s marine species and habitats, as it renews commitment from key UAE and Oman-partners for the Gulf Green Turtle Conservation initiative. The latter was launched in May 2016 and has already made rapid headway, after 24 green… Untitled
RTA bags international award in rail safety environment
Thursday, November 17, 2016RTA’s Rail Agency has been named the winner of Stevie Awards’ bronze category in the field of Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) for 2016. Sponsored by an American-based international organization under the same name, Stevie Awards attract intense participations from 3500 global entities or more, competing for top accolades. Since 2002, Stevie Awards have been… Untitled
