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Hatta Dam and its turquoise water surrounded by the Hajar Mountains
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Weekends in Dubai for Residents: What to Do When You Have Seen the Obvious

Already done Burj Khalifa? Resident discounts most people forget to use, day trips worth the drive, and free things tourists skip. How to plan a Dubai weekend.

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Kite surfers at sunset on Kite Beach in Dubai, with Burj Al Arab on the skyline
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Dubai Fitness Challenge 2026: A Complete Guide

Dubai Fitness Challenge's 10th edition runs until 29 November. A guide to the free fitness villages, Dubai Run on 22 November and Dubai Yoga at DIFC.

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Etihad Museum in Dubai lit up at dusk with the UAE flag flying
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Eid Al Etihad 2026 in Dubai: Where to Celebrate UAE National Day

The UAE turns 55 on 2 December. Here are the holiday dates, where to celebrate Eid Al Etihad in Dubai, last year's fireworks spots and the rules to know.

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New Year's Eve fireworks over the sea next to Burj Al Arab in Dubai
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Where to Watch New Year's Eve Fireworks in Dubai (2026/27)

Burj Khalifa, Global Village, the beaches or a boat? Where to watch New Year's Eve fireworks in Dubai, what it costs and how to get home after midnight.

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Global Village Dubai lit up at night with pavilions around the lake
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Global Village Dubai: How to Plan the Perfect Season 31 Visit

Global Village Season 31 is open until May 2027. Here's how to time your visit, what the AED 25 ticket covers, which pavilions and shows are worth it, and how to avoid the worst crowds.

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Family feeding an elephant at Dubai Safari Park
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Where to See Wildlife in Dubai: Safari Parks, Rainforests, Aquariums and Flamingos

Where to see wildlife in Dubai, from Dubai Safari Park and The Green Planet to two aquariums, the Butterfly Garden, Crocodile Park and wild flamingos at Al Qudra.

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Dubai Mall entrance with Burj Khalifa rising behind it in Downtown Dubai
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Dubai Mall Beyond Shopping: Everything to Do Inside the World’s Most Visited Mall

Everything to do inside Dubai Mall beyond the shops: the aquarium, Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Fountain, Arte Museum, KidZania and more, with prices and free picks.

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