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Sharjah records 1.6 million hotel guests in 2024

The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has announced that the Emirate of Sharjah welcomed approximately 1.6 million hotel guests in 2024, marking an 11 percent increase compared to 2023. The announcement was made during a press conference held on Wednesday with the participation of SCTDA and over 25 government and

Arada launches Nest Hotel at ATM 2025

Arada has launched Nest Hotel, its first homegrown hospitality brand, during Arabian Travel Market 2025. Designed as a vibrant and affordable midscale offering, Nest Hotel combines comfort, community and convenience. The first Nest Hotel will open in October at Aljada, Arada’s AED35 billion megaproject in Sharjah. Managed by Arada

SPL unveils ‘Exhibition of the Lens of Literary Beginnings’ in celebration of its centenary

Sharjah Public Libraries (SPL) has unveiled the ‘Exhibition of the Lens of Literary Beginnings’ at 06 Mall in Al Juraina, Sharjah, celebrating its centenary by spotlighting the UAE’s rich literary heritage. Organised in collaboration with the Emirates Writers Union, the exhibition, which runs until 4th May, invites the

House of Wisdom highlights ‘Kalila wa Dimna’ at Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival

House of Wisdom (HoW) is taking part in the 16th Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), running from April 23 to May 4 at Expo Centre Sharjah, with a special focus on the timeless fables of ‘’Kalila wa Dimna''. Originating in ancient Sanskrit and later translated into Middle Persian, Kalila wa Dimna entered

Dubai Culture unveils ‘Deliberate Pauses’ in Hatta

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in collaboration with the Supreme Committee to Oversee the Development of Hatta, has announced the launch of ‘Deliberate Pauses’, the largest site-specific public art installation in Dubai. Created by Emirati artist Shaikha Al Mazrou, the artwork is commissioned by Alserkal Arts