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Khaleej Times
5 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Khaleej Times
These are some exciting things to do in the UAE this June
This June, make the most of the season with exciting offers and experiences across the UAE — from scoring a stylish ride, to sipping sundowners, partying and discovering meaningful jewellery. Whether you're planning your long getaway, catching up with friends, or indulging in some well-deserved self-care, there's something special waiting for you. This Eid Al Adha, SelfDrive Mobility is making headlines with an unbeatable Dh1 per day car rental offer on select models—making it the ultimate travel deal of the season. From 2nd to 9th June 2025, customers can book daily rentals of popular cars like the Suzuki Ciaz, Nissan Sunny, Toyota Yaris, and Suzuki Baleno at just Dh1 per day through the SelfDrive app. The process is quick and hassle-free: simply download the app, select the 'Daily' tab, choose an eligible model, and book your ride in less than a minute—no hidden fees, no fine print. Launched just in time for Eid, SelfDrive's new app also brings a seamless, user-friendly experience, letting users access daily rentals, long-term leases, and corporate subscriptions all in a few taps. Whether you're planning a festive getaway, visiting loved ones, or simply want to cruise around in style without breaking the bank, SelfDrive 's Dh1 per day flash sale ensures your Eid travel plans are not just affordable, but exciting and stress-free. Chill out at voco Bonnington Dubai Whether you're looking to ease into the evening with refreshing drinks, enjoy a relaxed business lunch, or gather with friends after work, voco Bonnington Dubai has curated a trio of enticing offers to suit every mood and moment. At the scenic Leisure Deck, guests can indulge in Sunset Sips—a daily offer select beverages and a snack, set against a golden-hour backdrop by the pool. Meanwhile, the cozy yet contemporary Authors' Lounge hosts the After Work Agenda perfect for unwinding with colleagues or enjoying a solo break. For those mixing business with pleasure, The Cavendish presents a refined weekday Business Lunch, offering a two-course menu ideal for client meetings or casual team gatherings. For reservations, contact: dine@ Have fun at Movenpick JLT Mövenpick Jumeirah Lakes Towers is your ultimate go-to for fun, food, and vibes across its two hotspots—UBK and Rohini by Little Miss India. At UBK, enjoy Quiz Game Night with Dh29 drinks, a Saturday Flash Feast with 50% off the à la carte menu, and Paw & Play Sundays and Mondays with 30% off for you and your furry friend. Over at Rohini, Bollywood Night lights up Wednesdays with unlimited drinks and a live DJ for Dh99, while Desi Weekend turns up the heat every Friday and Saturday for Dh129. Need a midday fix? Rohini's Business Lunch serves up authentic Indian flavours starting at Dh85. Whether you're here to party, relax, or refuel—JLT's hottest address has your name on it. For more information and bookings, please contact +971 4 438 0064 Shop at Piece of You Piece of You—the region's go-to destination for personalized jewellery has introduced a stunning new collection of timeless yet fresh pieces crafted in pure 18K gold. Available in rose, yellow, and white gold, each creation is thoughtfully designed to reflect individuality and sentiment. Highlights include quilted heart-shaped earrings with a halo of delicate stones, a joyful floral bracelet with multi-colored enamel accents, and a diamond-studded gold ring that wraps the finger like a ribbon of light. With sparkling diamonds, luminous pearls, and handpicked semi-precious stones, every piece tells a story—yours. Whether you're gifting a loved one or treating yourself, discover jewellery that feels personal, intentional, and full of character at with delivery across the UAE and worldwide.
Arabian Business
15 hours ago
- Automotive
- Arabian Business
Eid Al Adha 2025: SelfDrive Mobility launches app with new AED1 car rental offer
SelfDrive Mobility has launched a new mobile application designed to streamline the car rental process, coinciding with Eid Al Adha celebrations. The mobility technology company's platform allows customers to complete bookings in three steps within one minute. The application enables users to select services, choose from vehicle models, and process payments through a single interface. The platform accommodates daily rentals, long-term leases, and corporate subscriptions. Eid car rental deal To mark Eid celebrations, SelfDrive has introduced a promotional offer featuring select car models at one dirham per day. The promotion covers Suzuki Ciaz, Nissan Sunny, Toyota Yaris, and Suzuki Baleno models for daily rental bookings. The offer runs from June 2 through June 9, 2025, available through the SelfDrive mobile application. Customers access the promotion by downloading the app, selecting the 'Daily' tab, choosing from eligible models, and completing the booking process. 'Whether you're planning a quick getaway, visiting family, or just want to cruise in style without breaking the bank, SelfDrive's Eid flash sale offer is the perfect deal to fuel your plans,' the company said in a statement. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Car Rentals (@ The AED1 daily rate applies to daily rentals booked through the mobile application during the promotional period. The company has confirmed no additional charges apply to the advertised rate. SelfDrive Mobility began operations in 2017 in the UAE and has expanded across the Middle East, Europe, and Turkey. The company operates in the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Turkey. The platform has served over 1.5 million customers representing 95 nationalities. SelfDrive provides access to more than 100 car models from over 50 brands through direct partnerships with dealerships.
Times
17 hours ago
- Business
- Times
‘Avis didn't have the hire car we'd booked and charged us £619 for another'
✉ I made a booking with Avis on April 7 for a small Renault 5 Electric car (or similar) for pick-up from Toulouse airport on April 24 at a total cost of £489. When my wife and I arrived at the Avis kiosk we were told they had no electric car for us, or anything else in the category we'd booked. All they could offer was a BMW 4 series that would cost an additional £619, considerably more than we had budgeted for. The fact there wasn't a car available in the class we chose and booked three weeks beforehand suggests Avis's vehicle management system is deficient. We weren't offered a refund and felt we'd been conned. However, we had no choice but to pay more to take the car. Can you help us get a full refund of the extra charge?David Kassner When you initially complained to Avis it told you that as you'd signed the contract, that was the end of the matter. But in fact, in Europe, if a car rental firm has messed up its bookings, it's not your problem. Companies are obliged to give you what you paid for and so Avis was in breach of contract: you should have been given that BMW for the same price as a Renault 5 Electric. After I waded in, Avis confirmed that 'an error' had been made, refunded you the £619 and apologised for the inconvenience. • Seven car hire traps to avoid: swerve those holiday rental pitfalls ✉ My holiday to Lisbon was cancelled as a result of the power outage at Heathrow in March and I submitted a claim to Axa for the first night of my hotel only (because there was a non-refundable deposit), as British Airways has agreed to refund us for the cancelled flights. This cost £193 but Axa refused to pay out, saying that a power outage was not among the included scenarios for delayed departure cover. Surely it should be?John Swarbrooke Given the recent power outages at Heathrow and in Spain and Portugal, we should all be checking our travel insurance policies to see if we'd be covered in this situation. Unfortunately it turned out that travel disruption cover, which would have paid out, was an add-on to your policy that you chose not to buy. An Axa Partners spokesperson said: 'We sympathise with Mr Swarbrooke's situation and were sorry to hear he had to cancel his trip. The travel insurance Mr Swarbrooke purchased does not provide cover for this type of incident. This is explained in his policy terms and conditions, along with a complete list of circumstances for which he would be covered.' • Nightmare holiday? Here's how to get compensation ✉ My mother, who is 91 but still pretty fit and loves swimming, would like to go on holiday with me. She's suggested we go to a hotel somewhere in Europe next to a lake that has outdoor swimming, some nice gardens nearby and a lakeside promenade, where she can sit in cafés and watch things happening. Meanwhile, I can go walking and we would then meet up in the evenings. Decent weather is a must. Any ideas?Judith Aldridge Stay at the family-run Beach Hotel du Lac in Malcesine on Italy's Lake Garda and you'll be right on the waterfront. There's a private beach area, plus sunloungers on its wooden jetty, and your mother could also enjoy the outdoor pool and hot tub. It's a leisurely ten-minute walk along the promenade to the medieval town centre and there are lovely gardens to explore at the Palazzo dei Capitani. While she's out and about you can tackle some of the hikes and walks that start in Malcesine. For the best lake views, try the Busatte-Tempesta forest path and, if you want a longer trek, hike on Monte Altissimo di Nago. A week in September, when the lake should be at its warmest but the weather slightly cooler for walking, starts at £1,942 B&B in a family suite with twin beds and a balcony ( Fly to Verona. • Travel for the over-70s — everything you need to know ✉ My fiancé and I are struggling to decide where to go on our honeymoon in August. We do feel we want to go on a classic honeymoon-style holiday outside Europe. We like the idea of the Caribbean and the Indian Ocean but both areas are prone to rain at this time of year. Can you recommend any other luxury destinations?Tom Winter Fiji has great weather in August — it's about 26C with hardly any rain — and Tokoriki, an adults-only boutique resort in the volcanic Mamanuca Islands, is a fabulous honeymoon hideaway (if you can face a 28-hour flight time). Facing west for the sunset, it has 34 thatched beachfront bures (cabins) and villas, and stays here are full board, which also includes plenty of treats: afternoon tea; cocktail tastings; a couple's massage; a champagne island picnic on a private, remote beach; a daily snorkel trip; and use of kayaks, paddleboard and Hobie Cat sailing boats. A seven-night stay costs from £6,895pp and includes economy flights to Nadi with Fiji Airways via Los Angeles and transfers. It is, of course, a long way to fly and if you wanted a longer trip, you could combine this with a week at the small Nanuku Resort on Pacific Harbour, on Fiji's mainland, beside a two-mile-long sandy beach. Two weeks' full board at each resort plus flights and transfers would cost from £11,223pp ( • 14 of the best hotels in Fiji Or look at central Vietnam, which has hot and dry weather at the start of August. The Nam Hai, a Four Seasons resort, sits on a glorious stretch of beach, has three gorgeous palm-fringed pools plus a superb spa and is a few minutes' drive from the Unesco-listed town of Hoi An. A week's B&B in a one-bedroom villa, including flights to Da Nang and transfers, starts at £3,899pp ( Flight time is about 16 hours. • 10 of the best affordable honeymoon destinations ✉ To celebrate a big birthday I'm looking to rent a property near the sea at the start of July next year that would accommodate a family group of at least 12, possibly 15, and is no more than a three-hour drive from Cardiff or Hampshire. I'm hoping to pay about £3,000 but would be prepared to spend more and would also consider glamping. What can you suggest?Jeannette Lowe For a big family shindig in July near the sea, glamping is the best option if you want to stick to your budget. Try Secret Valley, an organic farm, vineyard and activity centre near Bridgwater in Somerset and not far from the coast. The fossils and rock formations at Kilve beach are less than half an hour's drive away. You'll find loads on site to keep a big family group happy, from raft building, kayaking, canoeing and coarse fishing to wine tastings, a treetop adventure course and a mini zoo. A fun extra feature is the glamping buggy that does its rounds in the early evening so guests can stock up on wine, local cider, marshmallows and electric meter cards as well as wood and coal supplies. There's a mix of lodges and shepherd's huts (with bathrooms), wooden wigwams and bell tents, and a mix of these will help you stay within budget. Lodges sleeping up to six start at about £175 a night in July (next year's prices aren't available), while wooden wigwams sleeping five cost £64 ( • 12 of the UK's best luxury glamping sites Have you got a holiday dilemma? Email traveldoctor@
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
4 Best Cars To Rent in 2025
Renting a car is sometimes a necessity. Other times, it's for convenience or fun. Whether you're planning a cross-country road trip, flying in for business or just need a dependable ride for the weekend that won't break the budget, the right rental makes all the difference. Read Next: Find Out: These car rental picks for 2025 offer comfort, value and performance. Weekend price: $200-$300 before taxes Whether it's a weekend road trip or an overnight camping trip with a pet, the Subaru Crosstrek is a great choice. The higher 9.3-inch ground clearance for the Crosstrek makes it perfect for driving in wooded areas. The Crosstrek also has a hatchback that allows for easy access to luggage, including a large pet carrier. Find Out: Weekend price: $400-$600 before taxes Splurge a little for that weekend class reunion by renting a BMW 5-Series, and impress classmates with the deluxe interior of the Luxury Seating package with heated and ventilated front seats that also have a massage feature. This BMW offers fuel economy of 27 mpg city and 35 mpg highway. Weekend price: $175-$250 before taxes Plan a romantic weekend getaway and rent a Toyota Corolla that has plenty of legroom and storage space for a couple. The Corolla is one of the most popular cars in the country, with excellent fuel economy up to 41 mpg on the highway. Weekend price: $250-$400 before taxes Rent a Jeep Compass and have an enjoyable time driving cross-country to visit family. The advanced, fuel-efficient powertrain options and 4×4 capability will make this a ride to remember. The Compass is rated at 32 mpg on the highway. Editor's note: Rental pricing was sourced from Turo and reflects estimated ranges for a Friday pick-up through Monday drop-off rental. Pricing and availability may vary depending on location. More From GOBankingRates Are You Rich or Middle Class? 8 Ways To Tell That Go Beyond Your Paycheck 6 Hybrid Vehicles To Stay Away From in Retirement This article originally appeared on 4 Best Cars To Rent in 2025
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ): A Bull Case Theory
We came across a bullish thesis on Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ) on Bill Ackman on X (Twitter). In this article, we will summarize the bulls' thesis on HTZ. Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ)'s share was trading at $7.05 as of 23rd May. HTZ's trailing and forward P/E were 23.71 and 11.78 respectively according to Yahoo Finance. nito/ Hertz presents a compelling investment opportunity as both an operating company and a highly leveraged portfolio of automobiles. After acquiring a 19.8% stake, investors highlight four key drivers for value creation: an improving car rental industry structure marked by more rational competition, resolution of Hertz's overexposure to Teslas which had previously caused operational and residual value issues, a promising operational turnaround led by CEO Gil West and his experienced management team, and the company's leveraged capital structure. The U.S. car rental market is a tight oligopoly dominated by Enterprise, Avis, and Hertz, with improving pricing discipline and strong profit potential demonstrated by Enterprise's 20%+ margins. Hertz is actively rotating its fleet, shedding higher-cost vehicles to reduce depreciation expenses, increasing unit revenues, and cutting operating costs, all of which should drive meaningful margin expansion over the next several years. Despite current leverage, the company's debt largely matures in 2028 and 2029, and Hertz has ample liquidity and financing capacity to support its fleet refresh and obligations. The firm's 500,000-car fleet valued at roughly $12 billion is well-positioned amid rising used car prices driven by tariffs, potentially boosting asset value by over $1 billion—half the current market cap. Management's near-term targets imply adjusted EBITDA of about $2 billion by 2029, which at a conservative 7.5x multiple suggests a $30 per share valuation. While near-term results face headwinds from tariffs and travel industry softness, the intermediate outlook is for sustainably higher profits. A potential partnership with Uber on autonomous vehicle fleets could further unlock value, leveraging Hertz's scale and infrastructure. Although risks remain, this thesis points to significant upside potential. Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (HTZ) is not on our list of the 30 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds. As per our database, 35 hedge fund portfolios held HTZ at the end of the fourth quarter which was 30 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the risk and potential of HTZ as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some AI stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter timeframe. If you are looking for an AI stock that is more promising than HTZ but that trades at less than 5 times its earnings, check out our report about the cheapest AI stock. READ NEXT: 8 Best Wide Moat Stocks to Buy Now and 30 Most Important AI Stocks According to BlackRock. Disclosure: None. This article was originally published at Insider Monkey.
