Dubai Getting 152 New Parks To Pre-booking For Dream Of Desert; 5 GCC Updates For You

If you are constantly looking for updates by reading up on news articles to stay ahead of the new developments, then you have landed on the right article. Yes, we have made a list of some important updates from across the GCC region that you will want to know about if you missed out on a few developments.

GCC Updates

1. Dubai To Launch 152 New Parks

As revealed in a report of the Gulf News, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has approved the launch of 152 new parks. These will be created across two major residential areas. Not to mention, it will bring ample green spaces within a 150 m walk. As a result, it is not wrong to say that it would reshape a family’s experience of city living.

2. Pre-booking Is Open For Saudi’s Dream Of Desert

Dream of Desert is a luxury Saudi train that hardly needs any introduction. And the ultra-luxury train service is expected to commence in 2026. As it happens, bookings have already opened for 2026, wherein travellers will be offered a trip that would combine heritage-inspired design, high-end hospitality, and sweeping views of the surrounding desertscape.

3. Dubai RTA To Expand Scope Of Taxi Ride-Sharing Service

As revealed by the Dubai RTA, it’s all set to expand the scope of the taxi ride-sharing service. Yes, and this will be for a six-month trial period. This follows a strong success as achieved by the initiative in its launch last year. This would provide shared taxi trips from Ibn Battuta Mall in Dubai to Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi.

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4. Different Regions In Saudi Arabia Receive Rainfall

From Jeddah to Arar, Several regions in Saudi Arabia received rainfall as predicted by the National Centre of Meteorology. The pictures, as a result of this rainfall, are absolutely gorgeous. However, residents have been urged by the NCM to be cautious while stepping out and to be aware of the weather updates.

5. Qatar Airways Introduces New Diptyque Amenity Kits

Qatar Airways has introduced a new Diptyque Amenity Kit. These have been designed in such a way that they elevate the journey of the travellers. Available in chic colours of beige, red, and blue, these really do look absolutely fantastic and are bound to be something that travellers love.

So, these updates are laid out for you; we hope you’re able to stay ahead of the news from the GCC region.

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