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Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab, to the right of Burj Al Arab, completes the hotel group's nautical-themed trilogy. Photo: Jumeirah

A superyacht-style stay on dry land in Dubai

The 386-room hotel opened its doors on March 14

25 of the hottest hotels opening around the world in 2025

Four hidden gems to visit in Mumbai, from Sheev Killa to Pancham Puriwala

Emirates reveals busiest days of travel during coming Eid Al Fitr holiday

Last-minute Eid travel destinations within five hours of the UAE

In focus

Ryusei Sakai riding Forever Young to victory in the 2025 Saudi Cup in February. Getty Images

Saudi Cup winner Forever Young well placed for Dubai World Cup challenge

My Own Home
Rasmi Kalra at her JVC Apartment.
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My Own Home: Dh1 million JVC property valued Dh300k higher in just two months

Left, a telegram sent to British ambassadors in the Middle East about the Iranian embassy siege in London in May 1980. Right, SAS officers storm the building. Paul Carey / The National / Getty Images

Iran embassy siege and Lockerbie telegrams reveal MI5's changing face

A still from Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away. Photo: Studio Ghibli

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TOPSHOT - An aerial image shows hot air balloons, mostly made from recycled paper and tied with ropes, floating in the air during the annual hot air balloon festival, held since 1950 to celebrate Eid al-Fitr, the Islamic holiday marking the end of Ramadan, in Wonosobo, Central Java, on April 2, 2025. (Photo by DEVI RAHMAN / AFP)

In picturesBest photos of April 2

A Saudi driver drives his car up a dune in the Quseiba area, in the Az Zulfi desert on February 22, 2025. Every year through the end of April, droves of people flock to Zulfi, more than 200 kilometres northwest of Riyadh, where adrenaline-seeking motorists drive superpowered cars across steep dunes. (Photo by Fayez Nureldine / AFP)

'A real rush of adrenaline': Saudi Arabia gearheads take on towering dunes

Global markets are in turmoil, with US President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs rattling investors. Getty Images

Three ways to invest $10,000 in the second quarter of 2025

General picture of an Emirates ID. Chris Whiteoak / The National

'Golden visa boom': Companies benefit by supporting eligible workers

Features

Emirates flight EK957 to Beirut will take off from Dubai International at 7.30am local time. Photo: Emirates

Emirates to resume second daily flight to Beirut from April 1

Addition will boost weekly passenger capacity by more than 5,000 seats both ways, says Dubai airline

Can Indian Kashmir compete as global winter sports destination?

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi is adding new routes to Beirut, Lebanon and Gabala, Azerbaijan. Photo: Wizz Air

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi bets on Lebanon tourism recovery with new Beirut route

Vida Dubai Mall review: A stylish stay from Dh600 in heart of city

An Orange Card car insurance certificate is mandatory for all vehicles travelling between the UAE and Oman. Photo: Unsplash

Driving to Oman: Everything to know about making the road trip from the UAE

Ajman Tourism embarks on UK tour to boost visitor numbers

Shangri-La Toronto hotel review: Luxury meets convenience in the heart of the city

Meet the Filipina who has travelled to all 195 countries in the world

Hotel Insider: A review of Australia's first Le Meridien hotel

Hotels

Residents are gearing up to celebrate the Eid Al Fitr holiday. Chris Whiteoak / The National

UAE hotels primed for 'exceptional' Eid as staycation bookings surge

Short breaks for residents set for long weekends and late bookings from across Gulf driving demand

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

TimeframeWhen Dubai’s first five-star hotel opened in 1975

SO/ Uptown Dubai hotel review: A lively addition to laid-back JLT

The White Lotus season three: All the filming locations in Thailand

TimeframeWhen Abu Dhabi’s opulent Emirates Palace opened its doors in 2005

Hotel Insider: A review of Australia's first Le Meridien hotel

Destinations

Winter athletes heading up the mountain in Gulmarg, Indian Kashmir, to ski. Photo: Wasim Nabi

Can Indian Kashmir compete as global winter sports destination?

Ski resort recently hosted national winter games

Noctourism: Exploring destinations that come to life at night

A brush with a Muslim hero in Spain's historic Ronda

City of sound: Why Manchester’s musical past and present are pitch perfect

Music & On-stage

The White Lotus season three: All the filming locations in Thailand

What's new in Langkawi in 2025?

Can luxury and sustainability coexist in the Maldives?

Staycations

Delano Dubai is one of many hotels offering discounts over the Eid period. Photo: Delano Dubai

Eid Al Fitr 2025 staycations in the UAE, from family-friendly to beach fun

Here are some deals to consider for the end of the month

The UAE's 26 best camping and glamping spots

15 of the best summer day passes in the UAE

The best UAE staycation deals for Eid Al Adha

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