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Silk Road Adventures

Stihia Festival draws global crowds to Aral Sea’s vanished shoreline

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

Stihia Festival attracts thousands to Muynak, Uzbekistan, spotlighting the Aral Sea’s environmental crisis while blending electronic music, art, and local culture on the site of a vanished sea.

Silk Road Adventures

Jizzakh: Soviet history and alpine escapes in Uzbekistan’s highlands

In partnership with Center for the Production of Content for Mass Media under the Administration of the President of the Republic of Uzbekistan

From Soviet-era legacies and literary icons to adrenaline-filled trails and glacial springs, Uzbekistan’s Jizzakh region is rich in cultural landmarks and natural escapes.

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Negros Island: Sugar heritage and marine wonders of the Philippines

In partnership with Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

In this episode of Explore, we visit Negros Island, where sugar heritage meets unparalleled marine biodiversity, and explore the heritage, conservation efforts and cultural cuisine that define the heart of the Philippines.

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Explore Japan's indigenous Ainu culture: Upopoy & Marimo Festival

In partnership with JNTO

In this episode of Explore Japan, join us as we discover the vibrant culture and traditions of Japan's Indigenous Ainu people in Hokkaido.

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The Irish team sport bringing people together in Dubai

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

With around 200,000 people relocating to Dubai each year, meeting people and making friends is a priority for most newcomers. For Irish football players, this mission is made much easier

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How Dubai is attracting students from around the world

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With more than 60 international university campuses and colleges, Dubai has attracted 60,000 multicultural students and the figure is growing

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For 30 days a year Dubai transforms into a city-wide gym

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Now in its sixth year, Dubai Fitness Challenge is bigger than ever with a 30-day calendar of classes and events. The challenge is simple: complete 30 minutes of activity every day for 30 days

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The pros and cons of bootstrapping in business

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Financed at the owner’s expense, the bootstrapping business model may be the best option for those with a lack of experience in formulating business plans

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The Gulf Coast sailing scene bringing communities together

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With more than 1300km of coastline, the Arabian Gulf is a popular spot for sailing, and during winter, weather conditions are ideal with minimal tides and predictable winds

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How wearable technology could take users to new worlds

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

There’s more to wearable tech than counting steps with smartwatches and fitness trackers. Introducing the new suits and boots taking users to new worlds

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Flying cars… “It's like taking an elevator”

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

Using eight propellers, the Xpeng X2 lifts directly off the ground without the need for a runway, making it suitable for flying in built-up urban areas. It can also drive itself.

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World Padel Championship prize pool reaches €500,000

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Padel, the fastest-growing racquet sport on the planet, has made history in Dubai, amassing a prize pool of €500,000 for the World Padel Championship

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From Dubai to Spain: How Huspy is disrupting the home-buying market

Partner content presented by Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing Dubai

The UAE-born ‘PropTech’ platform is simplifying the process of buying homes, arranging viewings online and delivering initial mortgage quotes within 30 seconds

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