✈️DXB Traffic On Long Holiday, Happy Reunions & Dubai's Ambitious Projects! ✨

A special mention to all the frontline and service workers who are tirelessly working even when the rest of the city celebrates the long holiday… their work often goes under-noticed, but it’s them who truly run this city…THANK YOU! ❤️

GOOD NEWS

The Community Came Together To Help Warehouse Worker Kumar Relocate His Adopted Pup 🐶

  • Dubai-based April, had shared the story of warehouse worker, Kumar and his adopted pup, Tasan, last month with Lovin’ Dubai 🙌

  • The two were left almost shelterless due to the warehouse’s strict

    no-pets policy…but Kumar still chose to keep his ‘best friend’ Tasan around 🥹

  • Pet-lovers like April had come together to help relocate the pup to Kumar’s family home back in Sri Lanka, and they were hoping the community would extend help 🏠

  • …And Dubai folks surely showed up! This week Kumar was finally able to take Tasan back home to his family and they thanked “everyone who helped them stay together” ❤️

  • Lovin’s glad to have been a part of this small happiness, and hopes Tasan gets all the love and care from here on 🐾

WEEKEND HOTLIST

Your Ultimate National Day Weekend Guide: 12 Ways To Celebrate The Long Holiday! 🥳

  • Some of the best memories Dubai residents hold onto are the long holidays, esp around the National Day. Families take a break, kids set aside school works, friends are finally off the work schedule and can actually meet up! Phew. 😮‍💨

  • It’s the weekend everyone’s been looking forward to and it’s almooooost here. Counting down hours, for sure 🕐

  • 12. Start with a sweet note with the National Day complimentary Tartlet at Novikov: Pop in for a coffee and you’ll get a complimentary tartlet. Not a bad way to mark the day, eh? 👀

  • 11. Revisit nostalgia at the Jumeirah Heritage Club pop-up at Dubai Design District: Swing by The Jumeirah Heritage Club pop-up at Dubai Design District and take a trip down the nostalgia lane ❤️

  • 10. Eat your heart out at the reimagined Sucre Brasserie is now open in DIFC: The new à la carte menu celebrates bold, sunny flavours with dishes designed for sharing 🍛

  • 9. Take in the beauty of the Flag Garden: Catch one of Dubai’s most striking seasonal sights this year – the UAE Flag Garden at Umm Suqeim Beach 🇦🇪

  • 8. Watch the sky light up for Eid Al Etihad: Look up with pride this National Day! Dubai’s skies are about to light up for Eid Al Etihad as usual, and this year’s going to be beautiful as always (if not more) 🎇

  • Read up about the TOP 7 HERE!

SHARABLES

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BUZZING NEWS!
  • A Mesmerising New Horsemanship Experience Has Arrived In The UAE!
    Every now and then, the UAE unveils something that reminds you why this place is a global cultural powerhouse. One minute you’re brunching, the next you’re standing in front of a space that blends history, craftsmanship and full-on artistic spectacle… BUT NOW get ready, because Abu Dhabi has quietly launched a landmark that’s about to become your next “you HAVE to see this” recommendation. 🐎

  • Banking In the UAE Just Got A Major Glow-Up — And One
    In just three years, this Abu Dhabi–born platform has hit 300,000+ customers, AED 50B in deposits, and become one of the fastest of the fastest profitable digital banks in the world. So… how did it blow up so fast? Find out here! 👀

  • The Future Is Female: Arab Women Are OWNING Scientific Innovations In The Middle East: The 12th edition of the L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Middle East Regional Young Talents Program just dropped, and once again it’s giving us major inspiration overload. This year, twelve phenomenal Arab women from across the GCC are being celebrated for research that’s literally shaping the future

  • Sip, Celebrate, Repeat With Unisat Ajman 311 This Festive Season
    It’s time to bring a little sparkle to your celebrations! IT’S FESTIVE SEASON. Whether it’s Thanksgiving, Christmas, or ringing in the New Year, Unisat 311 store has everything you need to toast in style. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or adding a touch of luxury to your gatherings. 🥂

  • Make Your Holiday Gatherings Extra Special With Windmill Cellar Ghantoot’s Festive Deals: Holiday vibes are officially here! If you’re hosting a festive feast or just vibing at home, Windmill Ghantoot has all the drinks you need to make your celebrations wholesome. It’s the ultimate lineup to toast the season in style. There’s a drink for every mood and every moment this season 🙌

Karan Aujla Is Bringing A MASSIVE One-Night-Only Show To Abu Dhabi!

Punjabi pop superstar Karan Aujla is coming to Abu Dhabi, and he’s bringing along his BIGGEST Middle East tour. Catch him live for one night only at Etihad Park, Yas Island on Saturday, 29 November… it’s happening REAL soon ‼️

Fresh off his record-breaking It Was All A Dream World Tour, Aujla has already electrified crowds across India, Canada, the UK, the US and New Zealand. Now he’s kicking off his Iconic P-Pop Culture Tour right here in the UAE with a massive open-air concert set to welcome over 30,000 fans 🙌

Expect a night packed with chart-toppers, insane energy, world-class production and those signature Aujla vibes that turn every show into a full-blown celebration. And knowing him… don’t be surprised if a few special guests show up too. 👀

Cherry on the top: 
For the most dedicated fans, the P-Pop Super Fan Pit gets you closer than ever:

  • Starting at AED 1,495

  • Dedicated Fan Pit entry

  • Premium up-close viewing

  • Exclusive official merch package

  • Extremely limited capacity

📞 For bookings: +971 54 757 0036
📍 Etihad Park, Yas Island
📅 Saturday, Nov 29 

🎟 Tickets are disappearing by the minute. If you want in, now is the time to lock your spot on Platinumlist.

The Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final Is Almost HEREEEE!

The Championship-deciding Mubadala Abu Dhabi Sail Grand Prix 2025 Season Grand Final, presented by Abu Dhabi Sports Council lands at Mina Zayed on 29–30 November, and it’s all ON THE LINE. Will Spain defend the title, or will New Zealand, Australia, or Emirates GBR take the crown?

Expect two days of high-speed racing, electric energy, and 12 teams battling at over 100 km/h for the US $2 million prize.

🎤 Olly Murs Live on Saturday + DJ Mark Wright on Sunday
Global pop star Olly Murs headlines Après-Sail presented by Mastercard on Saturday night (Nov 29) right after racing, performing hits from his new album Knees Up.

On Sunday (Nov 30), DJ Mark Wright takes over to close the whole show.

Waterfront Premium Lounge x Nobu by the Beach is sold out!
Waterfront Grandstand tickets are still available.

🔥 Don’t Miss Abu Dhabi’s Biggest Weekend of Sport + Entertainment
Racing, performances, roaming entertainment, and F50 fly-bys just metres from shore.

Secure the best views now!

COMMTEXT

👀 Out of Commtext

Hahah trueee, but you would’nt want to miss out on all the holiday fun cus of this! The FOMO’s real this weekend 🙌

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