DoBy
🇦🇪 UAE
DoBy
🇦🇪 UAE
What is changing in the city and on the market: deals and prices, visas and laws, events and openings.
CarsThe RTA says journeys through the former Al Satwa Roundabout now take half the time, with peak-hour queues down by up to 60%.
Read →
TourismThe park runs from 14 October 2026 to May 2027. Prices are unchanged, but Sunday now counts as a weekend day.
Read →
CarsThe 920hp supercar will patrol Dubai's tourist areas. Lamborghini Abu Dhabi and Dubai partnered with the force on the handover.
Read →
TransportRTA chief Mattar Al Tayer says a team is examining an integrated underground system for Dubai. No routes, budget or timeline have been set.
Read →
PropertySavills data for the third quarter of 2026 shows the steepest annual rent declines in Dubai Marina, Business Bay and JVC, while leasing activity rose.
Read →
EventsThe festival at Dubai Design District brings installations, a UAE designer show and the Downtown Design fair, which runs from 4 to 8 November.
Read →
YachtsThe Dubai Maritime Authority has announced Circular No. 35 of 2026 on leisure anchoring and mooring buoys before it takes effect.
Read →
TransportBuses to Global Village leave four Dubai bus stations every 40 or 60 minutes, and two electric abras are back on the park's waterways.
Read →
EventsEmirates Dubai 7s, running 27 to 29 November, has named its first music headliners. A three-day pass starts at Dh595.
Read →
TourismThe park reopened on 12 October 2026 and is open daily from 9am to 6pm, with children's activities running until 18 October.
Read →
TransportRTA has started trial runs of small driverless electric pods on a dedicated track at Bluewaters. Results will decide whether the network grows.
Read →
PropertyTenants and landlords in Dubai resolved disputes through conciliation in six days on average between January and September 2026.
Read →
TourismThe 23rd edition began on 10 October 2026 with the UAE National Orchestra. Hans Zimmer, ballet and a children's biennale follow.
Read →
TransportRTA has launched digital QR tickets in the nol Pay and S'hail apps as an alternative to the paper red nol ticket. Single trips start at Dh6.
Read →
YachtsDubai hosts the penultimate round of the 2026 SailGP season. Grandstand tickets at Mina Rashid start at AED 265 for one day.
Read →
TourismThe flower park runs from 8 October 2026 to 31 May 2027, with adult tickets from Dh105 and free birthday entry for UAE residents.
Read →
PropertyNakheel has hired a contractor to build breakwaters and a beach on Island B of Dubai Islands, adding 320 metres of beach near Bay Villas by late 2027.
Read →
Visas and rulesGDRFA Dubai redesigned 18 services in 2023 to 2025. Customers now need one visit and, on average, one requirement instead of 8.3.
Read →
TourismMotiongate, Real Madrid World, Legoland and Riverland reopened on 7 October 2026, with theme park tickets from Dh295.
Read →
PropertyCavendish Maxwell counts Dh72.6 billion of home sales from July to September 2026, while Savills reports stronger demand for ready homes.
Read →
PropertyDubai Municipality has named areas where shared accommodation is permitted and set space rules. Existing buildings have a year from 8 September 2026 to comply.
Read →
EventsUNTOLD Dubai will take place from 19 to 21 March 2027 at Dubai Parks and Resorts. Tickets already sold carry over to the new dates.
Read →
Hotels and diningThe 2026 Michelin Guide Dubai lists 122 restaurants. Orfali Bros moves up to two stars, while Birch and Kigo win their first.
Read →
YachtsThe 32nd Dubai International Boat Show runs 25 to 29 November 2026, its first edition in 21 months, and will now be held every November.
Read →
YachtsWynn Marina will take super and megayachts up to 85 metres. The resort, about 50 miles from Dubai airport, is due to open in September 2027.
Read →
Visas and rulesOn 5 October 2026 Dubai granted 10-year Golden Visas to top teachers at private schools and universities. Over 835 educators have applied since 2024.
Read →
YachtsThree emirates announced a joint yachting alliance at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026, where Dubai also promoted its 22 marinas and marina-side entry.
Read →
CarsEV World 2026 will run at Dubai World Trade Centre. Organisers expect more than 300 companies and 10,000 visitors.
Read →
TransportEtihad Rail has picked Parkin and Q Mobility to run car parks at four stations. In Dubai parking costs Dh5 an hour and Dh40 overnight.
Read →
EventsThe 10th Dubai Fitness Challenge runs from 31 October to 29 November. Sign-up is free, and Dubai Run is set for 22 November.
Read →
CarsRTA and Dubai Police now restrict trucks on Sheikh Zayed Road, Beirut Street and other routes. Emirates Road is exempt.
Read →
EventsIndian singer Shaan plays Dubai's Coca-Cola Arena on 25 October at 8pm, with a 90s segment and an unplugged set. Tickets from Dh150.
Read →
Hotels and diningVisit Dubai now lists October 2027 as the month Burj Al Arab reopens. The hotel has been closed for restoration since April 2026.
Read →
Visas and rulesOn 26 September 2026 NCEMA, MoHAP and ICP relaxed June entry measures for Ugandan nationals. Curbs on DR Congo and South Sudan stay in place.
Read →
CarsParkin took over parking at Rashid Hospital on 21 September. Patients pay nothing; visitors get three free hours a day after registering.
Read →
Hotels and diningAtlantis Dubai has announced upgrades across both resorts. Plato's Lounge reopens larger in October, and Aquaventure is getting a restaurant for almost 700.
Read →
Visas and rulesSince 14 September 2026 UAE citizens and residents can get an International Driving Permit around the clock at DXB Terminal 3 arrivals.
Read →
Hotels and diningDET data show Dubai hotels were 66% full in August 2026, with about 869,000 international overnight visitors arriving in the month.
Read →
Visas and rulesSince 7 September 2026 GDRFA officers clear passengers on handheld devices in 12 to 15 seconds. Arrivals use is limited to UAE citizens and residents for now.
Read →
Hotels and diningGymkhana, the Indian restaurant from London's Mayfair, opened in DIFC on 1 September 2026. Its tasting menu costs AED 695 per person.
Read →