U.N. agencies continue to send humanitarian aid to those affected by the civil conflict in Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia from their emergency response depots based at the International Humanitarian City (IHC), Dubai,. As of June 29, the UN refugee agency UNHCR has sent a total of 11 flights to the affected region. These include the 6 […]
Read More →It’s that time of year again when hearts beat a little faster, palms get a little sweatier and wallets empty a little easier. It’s the Dubai shopping season, the time when experienced sales shoppers can bag a bargain and wardrobe basics can be picked up for a song. There are two ways to get the […]
Read More →Dubai, 26th June 2010 — ICDL GCC Foundation, the governing body and certification authority of the International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) program in the Gulf region and Iraq, has drawn attention to the significant development currently underway in the region with the use of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) for commercial transactions. The Foundation cited […]
Read More →Dubai is an incredible city where you will find skyscrapers touching the sky and opulence flowing in every nook and corner. If you are short on time and decide to take a whirlwind tour of the city then the first thing you will observe is its truly international and cosmopolitan character. Not only you will […]
Read More →U.N. agencies are benefiting from their emergency response depots based at the International Humanitarian City (IHC), Dubai, to send humanitarian aid to those affected by the civil conflict in Kyrgyzstan, Central Asia. The conflict began when violence broke out on 11 June in the city of Osh between ethnic Kyrgyz and Uzbeks. Ethnic tension has […]
Read More →Is Google making us stupid? This week I had the opportunity to read through ‘The Shallows’, an interesting book by Nicholas Carr where he describes the weird, new, artificial digital world in which we now live in. The consequences of the mental and social transformation created by our new electronic environment are ubiquitous. The technologies […]
Read More →Under the patronage of UN Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of International Humanitarian City (IHC), HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, End Hunger, Walk the World UAE 2010 took place on June 4, with 1,500 […]
Read More →Dubai based photographer, Victor Romero, has received a globally recognised award for the front cover image of Impressions Dubai, one of Explorer Publishing’s best-selling photography books. Selected from thousands of photography entrants from over 85 countries, Victor Romero received first place at PX3 Prix de la Photographie. Alistair MacKenzie, CEO & Founder, Explorer Publishing, commented: […]
Read More →Sharaf Travel Services has announced that it will host the Travel Souk for the first time in Dubai, and encourages holiday makers and jetsetters to attend the event. The Travel Souk, organized by Sharaf Travel Services, will be held at the Grand Hyatt, Al Ameera Ballroom, between 3 and 8 pm on 12th June 2010. […]
Read More →Dubai is known for offering world class cruising experiences. Tourists coming here love to engage in all types of boat activities. Different types of boats are available in Dubai like power boats, yachts, steamers and traditional boats. To everyone’s astonishment traditional dhows are more popular than all the other boats. Guests and residents both prefer […]
Read More →The rest of the world may beckon as the long hot UAE summer approaches but there are plenty of great offers and packages closer to home. The City Seasons summer guest pass is giving away a free night’s stay for every three that are paid for at any of the City Seasons properties across the […]
Read More →The latest extravaganza in Dubai’s creative landscape is ‘Hues of Harmony’, a multi-faceted art exhibition taking place from 12-14th June 2010 at the InterContinental Hotel in Festival City. The exhibition will showcase contemporary South Asian artworks including paintings, sculptures and mixed-media performances by 20 renowned Indian and Pakistani artists. ‘Hues of Harmony’ will highlight the […]
Read More →The Walk at Jumeriah Beach Residence, A Dubai Properties Group Destination, will host “The Stadium at The Walkâ€, a unique World Cup Tent offering football fans an ideal beachfront venue to watch live broadcasts of the games from South Africa. The Stadium at The Walk, open from 11 June – 11 July, will feature a […]
Read More →Park Rotana, Abu Dhabi Integrated within the mixed-use business and residential complex, the five-star Park Rotana Abu Dhabi offers contemporary luxury. It overlooks the lush greenery of Khalifa Park. The property is conveniently located and is just 10 minutes away from Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre. Tel: 02 657 3333 Â Fujairah Rotana Resort & […]
Read More →Under the patronage of UN Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of International Humanitarian City (IHC), HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the “End Hunger, Walk the World”™ will kick of tomorrow, Friday, June 4th at […]
Read More →World Environment Day on 5 June 2010, is one of the principal vehicles through which the United Nations stimulates worldwide awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and action. According to Sharad Agarwal, Founder of Go-Green.ae, “World Environment Day 2010 is aimed to be the biggest, most widely celebrated, global day for positive, environmental […]
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