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Holidays

Travel tips, destination ideas and insights on making the most of seasonal holidays around the world

Mleiha National Park in Sharjah has 210,000 years of human history. Photo: Mleiha National Park

Quiet outdoor escapes in the UAE for a stress-free break

LifestyleMarch 20, 2026

Many countries in the Arab world celebrate Mother's Day on March 21. Getty Images

Why is Mother's Day celebrated on different dates around the world?

LifestyleMarch 10, 2026

By combining weekends with public holidays, residents can maximise their time away from work. Getty Images

How to turn 14 days of leave into 41 days off next year

TravelNovember 12, 2025

There are several more public holidays in 2025. Chris Whiteoak / The National

When is the next public holiday in the UAE?

UAENovember 03, 2025

Parents across the UAE are gearing up for the start of the new school year. The National

UAE's new school calendar to see more public holidays fall within school breaks

UAEAugust 20, 2025

A performer paints his face before acting as a Hindu god in a Kummati Kali, a mask dance, part of the annual Onam festival celebrations. AFP

How is Onam celebrated in Kerala and around the world?

Things to doAugust 15, 2025

Kate Kelly, KG2 co-ordinator prepares a classroom before the start of the school year at Swiss International Scientific School, Dubai. Chris Whiteoak / The National

What is the UAE school calendar? 2025-2026 term dates and holidays revealed

EducationJuly 04, 2025

President Sheikh Mohamed said he was praying for peace in a message to mark the Islamic New Year. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

Sheikh Mohamed calls for lasting peace in Islamic New Year message

UAEJune 26, 2025

Hijri New Year will be marked with a public holiday on Friday, June 27. Antonie Robertson / The National

Islamic New Year holiday announced for UAE public and private sectors

UAEJune 17, 2025

Fine holiday watches from houses such as Rolex or Patek Philippe (seen here in a 2000s advertising campaign) can transition from a morning yacht excursion to gala dinner. Alamy

Why vintage watches are essential holiday companions

LuxuryJune 14, 2025

Eid Al Adha fireworks display at Yas Bay Waterfront on the first day of Eid. Victor Besa / The National

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Eid Al Adha fireworks light up UAE holiday celebrations

UAEJune 06, 2025

A child cools down at a water fountain in Dubai. AFP

Rain expected for UAE Eid Al Adha staycations

UAEJune 05, 2025

UAE workers will be granted a long weekend for Eid Al Adha. Photo: UAE Presidential Court

Eid Al Adha 2025 holiday announced for private sector

UAEMay 29, 2025

Strategically planning annual leave around UAE national holidays could get you up to 51 days off in 2025. Getty Images

UAE holidays in 2025: How to maximise days off within minimum leave

TravelMarch 23, 2025

People dance as coloured powder is thrown during Lathmar Holi celebrations in the northern Indian state of Uttar Pradesh. Reuters

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Holi 2025: All you need to know about the festival of colour

LifestyleMarch 14, 2025

People greet each other after attending the Eid Al Fitr prayer at Nad Al Hammar Eid Musalla in Dubai in May 2022. The first day of Eid Al Fitr 2025 is expected to fall on Monday, March 31, the Emirates Astronomical Society has said. EPA

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When is Eid Al Fitr 2025 expected to start in the UAE?

UAEMarch 13, 2025

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