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NEWS
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque now open 24 hours a day
More opportunities for travelers in transit who wish to see renowned landmark but do not have much time
Things to do
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque will now be open to visit 24 hours a day. Victor Besa / The National
Norlana will provide homes for an expected 3,000 residents. Photo: NeomNeom announces new coastal wellness-focused community
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Major airlines have been cautious in resuming flights to Ben Gurion Airport, Israel's main international gateway. GettyMany Israel flights cancelled into 2024 as war drags on
Palestine-Israel
Muscat International Airport in Oman has been voted the best airport in the world. Photo: Oman AirportsTravel Unpacked: Muscat airport voted world's best
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AIRLINES
Airfares likely to remain high in 2024 amid green push
Consumers can expect ticket prices to continue to track rising costs, particularly oil prices, global airlines body Iata says
Aviation
Passengers embark on a flight to Dubai in a terminal at Krabi International Airport, Thailand. AFP
Travellers wait behind the departures screens at Dubai International Airport. Authorities are gearing up for a busy festive season. AFPDubai, Riyadh and Jeddah in world's busiest flight routes of 2023
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Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund has signed an agreement to invest in aviation services company Saudia Technic. Courtesy: PIFSaudi wealth fund PIF invests in Saudia Technic
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Pilots are trained to mitigate the effects of the many different types of turbulence. Photo: Vladimir MaravicHow can different types of turbulence affect your flight?
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DESTINATIONS
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
Three alternative holiday destinations just outside of Venice
Since the Italian city suffers from overtourism, these locations offer fewer crowds a stone's throw away
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Burano is a magnet for day-trippers with its tiny waterways and multicoloured houses. Photo: Mattia Mionetto
Striped seaside huts in De Panne on the coast of Belgium. Photo: John BruntonSlow travel along Belgium's North Sea coast
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Berlin's sustainability mindset makes the German capital an easy place to enjoy a holiday with a conscience. Photo: VisitBerlinHolidaying with a conscience in the heart of Berlin
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As Rwanda’s first accredited female wildlife ranger, Assiat Ingabire is challenging gender stereotypes. Photo: WildernessMeet the women fighting at the forefront of conservation
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Staycations
Hotel of the week: Ocean views and friendly staff at voco Dubai The Palm
This boutique property on Palm Jumeirah’s trendy West Beach is pet-friendly and delivers attentive service
Weekend
The rooftop pool at voco Dubai The Palm offers stunning views of Dubai Marina and the Arabian Gulf. Photo: voco Dubai The Palm
Snow Abu Dhabi maintains a temperature of -2°C all year round. Victor Besa / The NationalThings to do over the long weekend in the UAE
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A staycation fit for royalty awaits at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi. Khushnum Bhandari / The NationalA regal weekend at Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental Abu Dhabi
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Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi aims to share Emirati heritage with a wider group of visitors. Khushnum Bhandari / The NationalAbu Dhabi updates holiday home policy to include farmhouses
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