{
  "id": 12870675,
  "title": "Why families are choosing to stay in the UAE this October break",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/08/why-families-are-choosing-to-stay-in-the-uae-this-october-break",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-10-08T12:46:38.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/living-in-uae/education/why-families-are-choosing-to-stay-in-the-uae-this-october-break-1.500703312"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Many UAE families are foregoing international travel for the October midterm break and opting to stay within the country. Parents are seeking out local attractions, beaches, parks, and family-friendly activities to spend quality time together. Emirati mother Najwa Ibrahim Mohammed Al Zarouni views the break as an opportunity to slow down and enjoy leisurely activities like breakfasts, conversations, and simple outings with her daughters. She hopes to explore the UAE's sea, desert, and heritage sites close to home. Filipino mother Nelly Sabalboro intends to keep her children active with cycling and other outdoor pursuits at local beaches and trails. Indian mother Meghana Shete Raje plans to spend time at home with her daughter, reading, doing art, and visiting the park if the weather permits. Mariya Mukhtar and her family have also chosen to stay in the UAE, utilizing more affordable local attractions like parks, beaches, and family attractions for their break. These families are prioritizing meaningful family time without the stress of extensive travel and expensive plans.",
  "summary": "Dubai: For many families in the UAE, the October midterm break will not mean rushing to the airport or planning an overseas holiday. Instead, parents are looking at what is already available close to home, from beaches and parks to family attractions and quiet days indoors. Across different households, the common theme is a desire to slow down, spend meaningful time together, and make the most of…",
  "key_points": [
    "UAE families prefer local attractions over international travel for October break.",
    "Parents seek out beaches, parks, and family-friendly activities.",
    "Emirati, Filipino, Indian mothers plan leisurely, affordable family time."
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}