{
  "id": 14683139,
  "title": "Global Village Dubai Season 31: What visitors are saying about the foodie haven and cultural delights",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/global-village-dubai-season-31-what-visitors-are-saying-about-the",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T10:59:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/uae/people/global-village-dubai-season-31-what-visitors-are-saying-about-the-foodie-haven-and-cultural-delights-1.500711662"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai hosted the opening of Global Village Season 31, featuring excitement, international cuisine, and cultural exploration. Running under the theme 'A More Wonderful World,' the attraction welcomed visitors of all backgrounds, some experiencing it for the first time while others returned for familiar delights. Tourists and UAE residents alike flocked to the event, eager to discover the diverse offerings.\n\nA sightseeing tourist from Iraq, Lamees Kadhim, enjoyed venturing through the various countries and experiences Global Village has to offer. Pakistani expatriate Urvi Battol prioritized exploring international cuisines and shopping for distinctive items representing different cultures. Madagascar expats Areff Issack Sairah and Gabiolla Rasoarinasy were eager to try as many international dishes as possible, with food being their primary motivation. Ghanaian tourist Priscilla Abban viewed Global Village as the final stop on her Dubai itinerary, influenced by recommendations from ChatGPT. UAE resident Izzy de Meo and her daughter repeatedly visit for the unparalleled food, particularly enjoying the Floating Market which offers a range of dishes from various countries. Algerian-French student Luna Anais Weyer has been visiting Global Village for six years, appreciating the community and variety of international food. Her favorite memories include playing arcade games and winning prizes. Overall, Global Village continues to provide a world of experiences in one destination, attracting visitors with its mix of cultures, cuisines, shopping, and entertainment.",
  "summary": "Dubai: Excitement, international food, and the promise of new experiences marked the opening of Global Village Season 31, as visitors arrived at the Dubai attraction to explore its mix of cultures, cuisines, shopping, and entertainment. Running under the theme ‘A More Wonderful World,’ the new season has brought together visitors from different backgrounds, with some experiencing Global Village…",
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  "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."
}