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UAE National Day: 3-day Eid Al Etihad break announced for
UAE employees can now start planning their final long weekend of the year as the government has announced a three-day paid holiday for the public ....
UAE National Day 2026: Best international destinations for
Dubai: UAE residents can make the most of the upcoming National Day holidays by planning a five-day getaway with just one day of annual ....
UAE winter break: Residents book last-minute getaways and
Dubai: UAE residents are increasingly opting for shorter and more spontaneous holidays during the National Day and winter holiday season, with travel ....
UAE National Day holidays 2026: How to get 9 days off with
Dubai: The UAE's final public holiday of 2026 will be National Day, also known as Eid Al Etihad, giving residents another opportunity to enjoy an ....
UAE school winter break 2026–2027: When do holidays start
Parents across the UAE are beginning to plan their winter holidays as the current school term approaches its end. Students will enjoy a three-week ....
Could Diwali holidays in UAE give some schools up to a
Diwali could bring an extended break for Indian families in the UAE this year, as some schools plan a four-day holiday around the Festival of ....
UAE Ramadan 2027 Dates: Expected Eid Holidays and Long
The UAE’s Ramadan and Eid holidays for 2027 are attracting attention as residents begin planning family gatherings, travel and annual ....
Some UAE schools close for 9-day half-term break; families
As schools across the UAE close for the October half-term break, families are making plans to help children enjoy their holidays while balancing ....
UAE October School Break: Popular Destinations and
Families across the UAE are planning holidays for the October 2026 school break, but high airfares may encourage some residents to choose shorter ....
From heatwaves to 10°C: UAE travellers rethink Europe
UAE residents travelling to Europe this summer have found that escaping the Gulf heat does not always guarantee predictable summer weather. While one ....
Abu Dhabi Offers Free UAE Entry Visas to Indian Tourists
The DCT Abu Dhabi initiative runs from August 1 to October 31, 2026, and initially covers up to 20,000 visas for eligible Indian ....
Why Is Sunday a Working Day in Nepal? The History Behind
Nepal’s weekend is unusual compared with many countries: Saturday is the main weekly public holiday, while Sunday is normally a working ....
UAE Public Holiday Watch: No 3 Day Weekend Expected for
Dubai: UAE residents are watching the calendar closely as the country prepares to mark the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday, expected in ....
Over Dh6,000 per child: UAE parents struggle to find
Families are finding that keeping kids busy this summer — from coding workshops to sports camps — is becoming a struggle both financially ....
Luxury Family Travel Redefined with Rocco Forte Kids
Family travel at Rocco Forte Hotels is built around the understanding that younger guests deserve the same thoughtful attention as their parents ....
JTA Investment Holding Commits €65 Million to New Luxury
Happy Holidays S.A. has signed an investment agreement with Qatar based JTA Investment Holding to develop the SARTIMARE Beach Resort and Spa in ....
Islamic New Year 2026: What’s the Holiday Date, and What
The UAE has officially declared it a public holiday for Islamic New Year, and unlike some years where only government employees get the day off, this ....
UAE announces Hijri New Year holiday for public and private
In this regard, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation announced in a circular that Friday August 19th will mark the end of the fiscal ....