Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has issued a resolution appointing Dr Mohamed Al Zaabi as Undersecretary of the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi.
Dubai highlighted its growing role as a global superyacht hub at the Monaco Yacht Show 2026, held from September 23–26. The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism showcased the emirate’s expanding yachting ecosystem and efforts to strengthen the UAE’s connected luxury maritime offering.
Abu Dhabi will host the Hexagon World Series padel season finale in October 2027, marking the competition’s first appearance in the emirate. Organised by Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and International Padel Federation (FIP), the international series will feature four events across three continents.
Liwa International Festival 2027 will take place from December 11, 2026, to January 2, 2027, in the Liwa desert in Abu Dhabi’s Al Dhafra Region, featuring motorsport championships, heritage experiences, family attractions and international entertainment.
