Welcome back to another week of new updates from the Middle East. We are thrilled to present a compilation of all the recent happening in the region. From restaurant openings to rainfall and new flights, there has been a lot going on. And we thought it would be great to share it with you. So let’s dive right in.
Here Are 10 Middle East Updates From This Week
1. Celebrated Chef Izu Ani Opens A New Restaurant In Dubai
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Our favourite Dubai chef has once again surprised us by announcing a new Japanese rooftop restaurant, Kai Enzo at La Mer.
2. EGYPTAIR Launches New International Route Starting From July
EGYPTAIR expands its airline network and launches two new routes to Manchester and Delhi
Cairo on June 11, 2023
In light of its continuous efforts to stimulate tourism and travel, and to upgrade its airline network, pic.twitter.com/hE5V4OZuNx— EGYPTAIR (@EGYPTAIR) June 13, 2023
The Egypt-based airline is set to start flights to Manchester and would operate Boeing 737s 5 times weekly.
3. Dubai Taxi Corporation Deploys 660 Motorbikes For Special Deliveries
#RTA’s Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has deployed a fleet of 600 motorbikes to provide delivery services for commercial enterprises in the private sector.https://t.co/6pqh6VIL3f@DTCUAE pic.twitter.com/pLt6yhEgIi
— RTA (@rta_dubai) June 14, 2023
This RTA Department aims to increase the count from 600 to 990 in the coming months.
4. Middle East Sultanate, Oman Hit By Light Rain
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فرص تشكل السحب المنخفضة/ الضباب فترة آخر الليل والصباح الباكر من يوم غد السبت وحتى الأثنين على أجزاء من محافظات جنوب الشرقية والوسطى وظفار وأجزاء من سواحل بحر عمان..والله أعلم pic.twitter.com/B3nHnhTqkS— الأرصاد العمانية (@OmanMeteorology) June 16, 2023
The coast and mountain regions of the Sultanate have been experiencing scattered rains and cloudy weather.
5. A Retro Festival Is Coming To Dubai And We Are Digging It
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The Big 90s Festival is coming to Dubai this December and we are getting our fancy old-school dress out.
6. Etihad Increase Flights On Abu Dhabi-Rome Route Starting November
Etihad Airways Ramps Up Rome Flights from November#UAE #EtihadAirways @etihad pic.twitter.com/AkerErkwAU
— UAE Forsan (@UAE_Forsan) June 14, 2023
From seven to eleven times weekly, the UAE’s official airline will now connect Abu Dhabi with Rome.
7. 25hours Hotel In Dubai Has A New Cinematic Experience Lined Up
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Cinema Akil is set to debut at the 25hours Hotel Dubai by the end of the year.
Also Read: Pack Your Bags! Etihad Airways Is Offering A Roundtrip This Summer Starting At Just Dhs795
8. Jumeirah Group’s Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project Celebrate World Sea Turtle Day
In a demonstration of #Dubai‘s ongoing commitment to marine biodiversity and ecosystems, Jumeirah Group’s Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project has released 15 Hawksbill and 6 Green Turtles, both of which are considered endangered species, from its Jumeirah Al Naseem beach.… pic.twitter.com/FbglSSYttF
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) June 16, 2023
In light of this celebration, the group released some endangered marine species like 15 Hawksbills and 6 Green Turtles.
9. Middle East Airlines, RiyadhAir Flaunts Its Livery In Skies
#RiyadhAir has landed in Le Bourget, Paris, for its global livery debut on June 19th at the @ParisAirshow in its 54th edition.#FutureTakesFlight #aPIFCompany pic.twitter.com/1xwnRLPEIU
— Riyadh Air (@RiyadhAir) June 14, 2023
For its world livery debut at the ParisAirshow on June 19, Riyadh Air has arrived in Le Bourget, Paris.
10. Avail Of This Free Yoga Class By Danube Sports World, Middle East
Mark your calendar for this International Yoga Day with this free yoga class. It’s time to calm your mind by grabbing the opportunity arranged by Danube Sports World on June 21 2023.
That’s all for today folks! Will be back next week with some more interesting news to deliver. Till then Maa Sala’ma Habibi!
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First Published: June 16, 2023 8:14 PM