Derek Issacs

A Brit in the Middle East for 25 years and counting, Derek loves scouring the streets for those under-the-radar cultural gems. And when he’s not putting Yalla – Abu Dhabi magazine to bed, you’ll find him working out at the gym.
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UAE visa-on-arrival expanded for Indian nationals

Here’s what you need to know

Rain alert: Wet weather expected across the UAE until Tuesday

Find out where will it rain in the UAE?

DAZ Festival 2025 kicks off in Al Ain – The ultimate outdoor adventure awaits

Why DAZ Festival 2025 Is the must-visit event of the season

Global Village gears up for a sweet Hag Al Leila celebration

Are you ready for some fun? Here are all the details

Great news! The Asateer Tent returns to Atlantis, The Palm for Ramadan

Find out about group bookings and family deals this Ramadan

The UAE is officially a winter hotspot – But are we even surprised?

Here’s why tourists are flocking to the UAE

Dubai to build the world’s tallest wellbeing resort

Includes the world’s largest botanical garden too

Michael Learns to Rock set to thrill Dubai with live concert

All the deets on how to book tickets!

Dubai’s first Ramadan market of 2025 opens its doors

Dubai’s Grand Souq is gearing up for Ramadan 2025 with exciting market

Moon sightings confirm Ramadan start: UAE prepares for the holy month on 1 March

All the details you’ll need for Ramadan in the UAE

What Is Hag Al Laila and is it a public holiday in the UAE?

All you need to know about this Emirati tradition

Jeddah Tower to surpass Burj Khalifa as world’s tallest tower

The race is on for the top spot for the world’s tallest building

Dubai’s Salik introduces new toll gate pricing with adjustments for Ramadan

All the details you’ll need on the changes to Salik for Ramadan 2025

AED 1.5 billion Al Fay Street overhaul to revolutionise Dubai traffic flow

Driving in Dubai is going a lot better – soon!

GET READY FOR XFIRE: Dubai’s new Asian street food obsession!

Your chance to taste this Qatari brand right here in Dubai

Fly non-stop to Ethiopia with Air Arabia’s new route to Addis Ababa

All the details of this new route commencing this month