Emirates, a global connnector of people and places, has announced as the naming rights sponsor of one of Britain’s tallest landmarks outside London, Spinnaker Tower in Portsmouth, UK. Emirates will be the first ever sponsor of the Tower which will be rebranded as Emirates Spinnaker Tower from July 2015. The new agreement which will span […]

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Town Square, Dubai’s first-of-its-kind smartly designed, stylish, green neighbourhood by Nshama, is offering an unprecedented opportunity to ‘Start a new life’ in Dubai’s trendy lifestyle destination with the launch of a social media campaign to win a 2-bedroom apartment. All you have to do is post a video using your smartphone capturing a special moment […]

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As an ex-Dubai-resident and returning US college student, I have had the misfortune of experiencing a very unique phenomenon which I’d like to term reverse culture shock. What do I mean by this? When migrating from Dubai, particularly to the US, at eighteen or nineteen for higher education, Dubai kids often undergo culture shock in […]

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This Ramadan the VIDA Hotels and Resorts Food Truck will be the answer to all your cravings. Skip the overdone buffets and treat yourself to light and mouth-watering treats from the food truck. Mobile and ready to serve you at any moment, this is the ideal spot to indulge without feeling the post-iftar food coma. […]

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Al Tayer Motors, the UAE’s official importer-dealer for Jaguar and Land Rover, has been ranked the world’s largest by volume for both the iconic global automotive brands among 2674 dealers in 170 countries. Premier Motors, the official dealer in Abu Dhabi, has placed second. The impressive achievement for the dealership comes on the back of […]

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Coming to Dubai this month is an icy knight in shining armor, saving us from the torrid heat of the summer. Disney on Ice: Princesses and Heroes returns to Dubai after a phenomenal performance the previous year. An audience of all ages is invited to join various Disney characters from many popular animated feature films […]

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HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, headed the 35th meeting of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy. Also present were HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, Vice Chairman of the Supreme Council of Energy, and HE Ahmed Buti Al Muhairabi, Secretary General of the Supreme Council. The meeting […]

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The annual 8th Dubai International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, welcomed over 380,000 visitors, with nearly 80 per cent of calligraphy works on display purchased by art-enthusiasts. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin […]

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Abdul Rahman Falaknaz, Chairman of International Expo Consults, organisers of the 21 year old, Dubai Entertainment and Leisure Show (DEAL), stated that Dubai is at the fore-front of the indoor entertainment industry in the Middle East. As per Euro monitor International the market for theme parks in the UAE was valued at Dh1.6 billion in […]

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This year’s edition is packed with spectacular prizes and surprises as Majid Al Futtaim­the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa ­celebrates the 20th anniversary of City Centre Deira, the 10th anniversary of Mall of the Emirates, while MONOPOLY, marks its 80th anniversary. A life-sized tailor-made version of […]

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Overall tourist spending in the UAE rose by 5 per cent in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period in 2014 according to a new study by Network International, the leading payment solutions provider in the MENA region. The report, based on credit or debit card transactions by country in the […]

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The recent surplus of Lexus SE cars can be easily explained—the transport app Uber has finally made its way to the Middle East. Uber allows users to book a private car ride to and from any location right from your smartphone. In addition, the service allows you to track your driver’s progress and ETA to […]

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This summer, travellers from around the world to Dubai have the unprecedented opportunity to ‘LIVE IT UP with Thrills, Flavours and Relaxation’ with the highly competitive packages specially tailored for the season by Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of global developer Emaar Properties. Offering the best of Dubai, now even better, ‘LIVE […]

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Families looking to travel for a fun-filled family holiday this summer can venture to the recently opened Hyatt Regency Dubai Creek Heights and take advantage of the fantastic summer offers. From 1 May to 30 September 2015, guests enjoy 33% off with a minimum of three nights’ stay. Furthermore, visitors can take advantage of the […]

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The Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa opens its Kitchen for Cooking Enthusiasts & amateur chefs to showcase their skills and passion for cooking in a professional kitchen. 7th Grandma’s Recipe Contest will be hosted in the Award winning fine dining restaurant; Mumtaz Mahal Indian Specialty Restaurant; has been successfully running in the region for over […]

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Pioneer of Indian cuisine, Chef Vineet Bhatia has unveiled his ‘Flavours of Biryani’ menu at the award-winning Ashiana by Vineet at Sheraton Dubai Creek Hotel. Already renowned for its food amongst Dubai’s diners, Ashiana by Vineet takes guests on a culinary journey through India’s different regions and brings each of the flavours together in one […]

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Quantum of the Seas, the first ship in Royal Caribbean International’s most advanced ship class, has docked in Dubai as part of an epic 53-day global voyage, from New York, USA to Shanghai in China. Royal Caribbean International in collaboration with Dubai Tourism, commemorated the inaugural call of the ship at the Dubai Cruise Terminal […]

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This summer, travellers from around the world to Dubai have the unprecedented opportunity to ‘LIVE IT UP with Thrills, Flavours and Relaxation’ with the highly competitive packages specially tailored for the season by Emaar Hospitality Group. Offering the best of Dubai, now visitors can look for even better unbeatable offers after simply booking to stay […]

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City Centres in the Northern Emirates continue their 20th Anniversary celebrations by offering fantastic surprises every 20th of the month, for the whole year. Majid Al Futtaim­the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa­thank loyal shoppers with movie tickets and complimentary lifestyle gifts. On May 20th, City Centres […]

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Mark the season with your loved ones at The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, and ‘win it big’ to indulge in further retail therapy! Experience retail like never before with The Dubai Mall ‘Spend & Win’ promotion from May 28 to June 17, 2015. Spend AED 500 on shopping, dining and/or […]

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Healthy Emirati Cuisine and Family Fun at City Centre Mirdif this Weekend Chef Khulood Emirati dishes The UAE’s most widely-renowned female chef, Khulood Atiq, has just returned from Expo Milan 2015 to showcase how to prepare the best-loved Emirati dishes in a lighter and healthier format.  As part of The Heartburn Public Awareness Campaign, jointly […]

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Emirates Official Store launches official Emirates’ cabin crew and pilot uniform for children in its Spring/Summer 2015 collection. Aspiring cabin crew and pilots aged 3 to 8 years old can now play dress up as the exclusive collection is now available at the Emirates Official Stores and online (www.emiratesofficialstore.com). Retailing at AED 210 for the […]

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Emirates, a global connector of people, passions and places, has launched ‘Be There’, a global campaign that celebrates curiosity, wanderlust, and the adventure that comes with travel. For this digital and social media campaign, Emirates has turned to its own “globalistas” ­ the airline’s dynamic and passionate employees hailing from over 130 nationalities ­ and […]

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It’s #ThrowBack Thursday time, the day gets flooded with photos of old memories and it appears that the McDonald’s UAE, Coca Cola, Ford, Sony and Rainbow Milk have decided to join the fun. Celebrating the launch of their nostalgic “1955 Burger”, McDonald’s UAE tweeted this: Shortly after Coca-Cola replied: And the ball kept rolling with Ford:  Then […]

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The home-grown gourmet cafe and delicatessen opens second branch in Bay Square. Pantry Cafe, the local gourmet cafe and delicatessen, today announced the opening of its second venue. The new Pantry Cafe is located in Bay Square, Business Bay and will be open from 8am to 5pm serving guests breakfast, and lunch, 7 days a […]

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Landmark real estate regulatory changes including the UAE-wide Federal Mortgage Cap and Dubai’s doubling of Property Registration Fees last year, which was aimed at curbing speculative activity, have together gradually and successfully contained a market that was in danger of overheating with the level of transactional activity now dramatically reduced, according to latest research released […]

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Al Tayer Motors, one of the UAE’s premier automobile dealerships, is staging a unique exhibit of some truly stunning works of art made from automotive used parts and scrap material, at its Sheikh Zayed Road showroom in Dubai from May 20. Titled ‘Creativity Recycled’, the display is the result of a competition organised for technicians […]

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Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, the Ottoman inspired luxury resort located on Palm Jumeirah, has launched a new menu at Lalezar, the first Turkish restaurant on the Palm. The ‘Lalezar Experience’ offers an authentic set tasting menu and invites guests to enjoy a range of specials priced exclusively at AED 325 per person. Fernando Gibaja, General Manager […]

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The industry’s top designers and consultants are hard at work on a range of attractions at Dubai Parks and Resorts, which is set to be the region’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination. This landmark development will be comprised of three theme parks – motiongate Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai and LEGOLAND Dubai, together with LEGOLAND […]

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MAG 5 Property Development, a real-estate company formed jointly by MAG Property Development and MBM Holding, announced today the launch of a new integrated and affordable residential community, ‘MAG 5 Boulevard’ at Dubai World Central (DWC). The launch event was attended by Mr. Moafaq al Gaddah – Chairman of MAG Group, Saeed al Mutawa – […]

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The first quarter of 2015 has seen office rents stabilise across Dubai’s prime and secondary markets, following a slowdown in the rate of rent increases during Q4 2014, while the industrial market has retained its momentum, according to the latest research report by leading international real estate consultancy, Cluttons. Growth in office rents stabilises, but […]

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Wild Wadi Waterpark, Dubai’s leadding waterpark, has partnered with Emirates NBD to offer guests an exclusive discount. As summer approaches, Emirates NBD cardholders can now cool off at Wild Wadi Waterpark and enjoy 30% off on admission when using their debit or credit card. This offer is valid until September 2015. An Emirates NBD spokesperson […]

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Kizomba Fever Makes Its Way To The Middle East Classes every Sunday and Tuesday at The Address Hotel Dubai Mall Kizomba is a dance which originated in Angola, and has in recent years taken on a lot of Portuguese influence. There are dancefloors across the world are dedicated to Kizomba, and now this dance is […]

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KidZania, the award-winning children’s edutainment centre managed by Emaar Retail LLC in The Dubai Mall, is offering children an array of fun packages throughout May. These include: KidZania Concierge for a VIP experience Treat your child to a VIP experience with a special concierge service now available at KidZania. Staff members will guide visitors and […]

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In just one week after its opening, the UAE pavilion at Milan Expo 2015 continued to draw huge crowds as 25,640 visitors from Italy and abroad toured the pavilion to get an insight into the UAE’s rich culture, heritage and development model associated with the Expo’s central theme: ‘Feeding the Planet, Energy for Life’, latest […]

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Following strong demand from end-use homeowners to the launch of Safi, one of the first apartment complexes in Town Square, the trendy lifestyle destination, Nshama has launched Safi II Apartments that deliver the promise of ‘live life at your price.’ Safi II also showcases studios, 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments at unmatched price points in […]

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Dubai International has recently been named Best Airport in the Middle East at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards, 2015. Held in Dubai, the Awards are judged based on the feedback from frequent flyers and Business Traveller readers, many of whom regularly fly through Dubai International. “We are very pleased to win this award as […]

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Omniyat, Dubai’s leading privately-held real estate development group that creates livable art, has received the Building Completion Certificate for The Binary by Omniyat, its third completed project in Business Bay. The project, which will add almost 500,000 square feet of commercial and retail space to Dubai, is now ready for handover. Located at a vantage […]

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More than 60 representatives from the United Nation agencies, humanitarian organisations and the private sector have explored innovative ways of improving collaboration and better harnessing private sector support in emergency preparedness and response at a meeting held recently in Dubai at the International Humanitarian City, IHC. During the opening remarks, Shaima Al Zarooni, IHC CEO, […]

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M Premiere in collaboration with The Dubai Concert Committee brings you the long awaited night of Opera “It’s all about love”. From Berlin to Moscow, Paris to New York. Famous love songs in German, Russian, French and English languages. In the young generation of French singers, Edwin Crossley-Mercer is an outstanding baritone discovery. In 2007 […]

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The alliance formed between Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), The Oman Ministry of Tourism (Oman Tourism), and Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority (TCA Abu Dhabi), along with its newest partners Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA), and Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is once again participating under the branding of “Cruise […]

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Jumeirah Restaurant Group Dubai (JRG Dubai) and Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts will host the fourth installment of Jumeirah Restaurant Week in the UAE from 14–23 May 2015. The Spring 2015 edition features over 40 Jumeirah restaurants located in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, including Pierchic, Pai Thai and The Noodle House at Madinat Jumeirah, Junsui and Al Iwan at Burj […]

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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) announced that the Dubai Metro (comprising both Red and Green Lines) has recorded high ridership levels during the first quarter of this year, which compares well with numbers recorded during the same period last year. Statistics indicate that 44,371,860 riders have used the metro and 943,982 riders have used […]

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Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has unveiled the name for Jumeirah’s new hotel at Madinat Jumeirah, scheduled to open during 2016: it will be known as Jumeirah Al Naseem. The name ‘Al Naseem’, which means a gentle wind or sea breeze in Arabic, reflects the location of the […]

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At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s highest observatory deck, in Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, just reached another milestone. Its observation lifts, which travel 124 floors to the open-air platform, have covered 384,400 kilometres – equal to the distance from the earth to the moon – since its opening in 2010. On average, […]

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Cap.Sule.Dubai a semiannual conceptualized exhibition launches for the first time in Dubai and the GCC, right from the prestigious Dubai Ladies Club, from 27th – 28th  May 2015. An innovative progressive contemporary fashion exhibition concept launched in Dubai for the first time by “Markency” marketing and events agency. It presents brands across different segments of […]

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Based on the directives of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation (MBRF), the Foundation has announced that the Nobel Museum exhibition in Dubai will be extended until May 7, 2015. The announcement was made during a ceremony organised by MBRF on Thursday to […]

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The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) revealed that the number of riders (tourists and visitors) who used the tourist abras, dubbed as the Blue Abras, at the Global Village has reached 142,389 riders over 157 days starting from November last. The figure is indicative of the soaring demand for the service amongst tourists and visitors […]

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At the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2015, held from May 4 to 7, at the Dubai International Convention Centre, visitors have the opportunity to enjoy a digital interactive experience of the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, The Dubai Mall, as well as Dubai’s most compelling tourist attractions. While Emaar Malls showcases The Dubai Mall […]

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Following the success of the second edition of ‘Street Nights’, the street-culture event is back, taking over a new street in Dubai. The Walk at JBR will be animated by unique street food, street art, and musical performances for the delight of visitors and street culture enthusiasts. The event will take place, from Thursday April […]

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Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has ordered an air bridge to the victims of the most powerful earthquake to hit Nepal since 1934 claiming more than 4100 lives and displacing thousands of people. The devastating earthquake has resulted in a shortage of potable […]

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Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, High Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, has ordered an air bridge to supply aid to the victims of the most powerful earthquake to hit Nepal since 1934, claiming more than 4,100 lives and displacing thousands of people. Sheikh Mohammed also directed […]

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Town Square, Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle development that assures a ‘live life at your price’ choice for end-use homeowners, has unveiled Safi Apartments, its newest collection of homes. Featuring studios and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments, Safi comes at an unmatched price point starting at AED 349,988 for a studio, AED 499,988 for a one-bedroom, […]

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BOXPARK by Meraas, the offbeat outdoor concept, hosted acclaimed graffiti artist New Zealander Gary Yong from April 23-25 to create a unique 3D ‘BOXPARK’ block letter art installation. Popularly known as Enforce1, Yong used spray paint, acrylics, rollers and brushes to create the alternative graffiti art display titled ‘Looking outside the Box’. Spanning 14 meters […]

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Following the devastating 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal over the weekend, du is giving all its Nepalese customers three free minutes to call home and get in touch with their family. Simply dial any number in Nepal before midnight tomorrow, April 27, and the first three minutes of talk time will be free of charge. […]

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The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, is offering visitors the opportunity to be rewarded for weekday shopping. For every AED 300 spent at the mall on retail, dining or leisure from Sunday to Wednesday, visitors have the opportunity to triple their chances to win AED 50,000 weekly. The promotion runs until […]

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Emiraates SkyCargo, the freight division of Emirates, is set to expand its United States cargo network to 11 destinations, when the airline launches a daily service to Orlando, Florida from 1st September 2015. The Dubai – Orlando route will be served by a Boeing 777-200 LR, which has a belly-hold capacity of up to 17 […]

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Fostering its commitment to engaging students with enriching cultural activities and experiences, Jumeirah College as part of GEMS Education, the world’s leading provider of K-12education, hosted the CTC Lympstone Royal Marines Band at the College, during their visit to Dubai on April 21, 2015. The Band performed a marching display on the College grounds, attended […]

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The Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) has been included in Condé Nast Traveler magazine’s list of the world’s top 15 film festivals for the second year running, reaffirming its status as a leading international film festival and a hub for filmmaking in the region. DIFF earned its spot on the magazine’s hot list as a platform to […]

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His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai and UAE Minister of Finance, signed on a memorial frame of stamps issued by Emirates Post Group, during his visit to the Emirates Post Group pavilion at the Water, Electricity Technology, and Environment Exhibition (WETEX  2015) organized by Dubai Electricity and Water Authority […]

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“This is a landmark moment in our global plans to expand Hampton with the agreement to open our first property in the Middle East, and largest property so far,” said Phil Cordell, global head, focused service and Hampton brand management, Hilton Worldwide. “We recently celebrated the opening of the brand’s 2000th hotel and I am confident […]

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The regions pioneering art & design concept store, Cities hosted an intimate launch event for the first in-store solo art exhibition entitled “Street Art Goes to the Opera”. The who’s who of the Dubai social scene and the elite of the interiors world attended the event at the store in Galleria Mall, to admire the […]

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As the temperature begins to rise and the blazing heat of the summer kicks in, Wild Wadi Waterpark, situated between sister properties Burj Al Arab Jumeirah and Jumeirah Beach Hotel, has re-launched its popular ladies’ night with a twist. A favourite spot for locals and visitors, this year’s ladies’ night will run from April to […]

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M Premiere in collaboration with Dubai Concert Committee present prodigious piano virtuosos. Kotova & Borovikov Piano Duo is a unique ensemble of prodigious pianists who have been praised for their dazzling performance, exquisite mastery as well as innovative and expressive creativity. Their repertoire is very diverse: music of different styles and genres from the classics […]

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Aswaaq launched a brand new online shopping platform accompanied with a delivery service. The platform will be an extension of their retail chains in the region, considering quality standards that form the base of the company. With the aim to provide customers with enhanced e-shopping services, Aswaaq will also leverage its strong customer relationships to […]

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Emaar Properties has marked another achievement with the roll out of the world’s first hydrogen-powered, zero-emission street trolley tram, the Dubai Trolley. Plying along Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Trolley is the region’s first-of-its-kind hop-on hop-off transit system that will offer easy and free access for visitors and residents to several iconic attractions in Downtown […]

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Starting April 21, Google will be expanding the use of mobile-friendliness as a ranking signal. This change will affect mobile searches in all languages worldwide and will have a significant impact in the search results. Consequently, users will find it easier to get relevant, high quality search results that are optimized for their devices. According […]

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The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, is offering visitors the opportunity to be rewarded for weekday shopping. For every AED 300 spent at the mall on retail, dining or leisure from Sunday to Wednesday, visitors have the opportunity to triple their chances to win AED 50,000 weekly. The promotion runs until […]

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The Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (Getex) was inaugurated today by H.H. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research at the Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre. H.H Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan took peculiar interest and stopped by University of Atlanta’s Stand and he honored the university […]

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KFC surprised thousands of visitors to Dubai’s Kite Beach on Friday with its initiative ‘The Taste that comes to you anywhere’, a spectacular and unexpected treat. The world’s number one name in chicken restaurants astonished members of the public by delivering  its unique recipe using a helicopter that swooped out of the skies to hand out free […]

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It has been another successful day for University of Atlanta at GETEX, where the university received an overwhelming response by hundreds of students, visitors and working adults looking for career education. GETEX is one of the largest education exhibitions in the region where an individual can interact with a number of universities all under a […]

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Jumeirah Emirates Towers celebrates its 15th anniversary in April, and is set to mark the occasion with a host of remarkable offers and initiatives. The celebrations will include a laser show on 23 April 2015 on Jumeirah Emirates Towers, while Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, the flagship property of Jumeirah Group, will have a congratulatory message […]

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In addition to the Quattroporte S Q4, Maserati also offers the GTS, S, and the Quattroporte with 330 hp as part of its Quattroporte range with two state-of-the-art, high performance direct-injection engines: a 3.8-litre V8 (Quattroporte GTS) and a 3.0-litre V6 (Quattroporte S Q4, S and Quattroporte). Both engines are twin turbo charged, developed by […]

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Aswaaq launched its brand-new retail chain earlier today at Al Badaa Community. Bench marked as a world class retailer in the region, Aswaaq’s new branch is set to be an amalgamation of an authentic, traditional and an open-street market. The community mall spans across 29,679 square feet with an interesting mix of Aswaaq supermarket, restaurants, […]

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As part of the City Builders Race Initiative which was launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the Blue Team held its first event for young entrepreneurs last week in collaboration with Dubai Business Events (DBE) ) ­ the Official Convention […]

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As part of the City Builders Race Initiative which was launched by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, the Blue Team held its first event for young entrepreneurs last week in collaboration with Dubai Business Events (DBE) ) ­ the Official Convention […]

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As part of the ‘Healthy Children 2021’ campaign, the National Campaign Task Force will organize a variety of activities in Dubai Mall for three days starting from Thursday, April 16. These activities, focused on children’s health, are aimed at raising awareness about embracing healthy lifestyle, and encouraging children to take up physical activities. An innovative […]

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The management team of Dubai Parks and Resorts, set to become the Middle East’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination when it opens in October 2016, has signed an exclusive agreement with Picsolve International, one of the world’s leading image solutions provider. This partnership will create one of the world’s largest photography integrations, with Picsolve […]

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Speaking at the opening ceremony of the 7th World Water Forum in the Republic of Korea, His Excellency Dr Sultan Al Jaber, UAE Minister of State and Chairman of Masdar called on nations to unite and commit to tangible actions aimed at addressing water scarcity challenges and ensuring global water security. In his keynote speech, […]

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Le Vault, a high-end luxury retailer that offers bespoke products opens its first boutique in Abu Dhabi, bringing high-end luxury goods to the Middle East. The boutique will showcase a collection of the finest luxury products from internationally renowned brands that include Döttling, Royal Trunk, Letrone design, Horus straps and IT ONE OFF. All iconic […]

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Be one of the first to own the HTC One M9 Gold exclusively from du with AED 600 instant discount and 10GB free data every month for a year during du’s Smartphone Festival. Starting from AED250 per month, du offers its customers the exclusive opportunity to own and enjoy the pioneering features of the gold […]

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Season Five of FFWD, the Middle East’s definitive fashion platform opens this Friday, 10th April, bringing four days of the best couture and ready-to-wear designers from across the region showing in Dubai. Guests attending this season will enjoy shows and presentations from 25 labels, six industry-focused talks and panel discussions, over 40 regional accessories designers […]

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IDEA’15 Imagine- Design- Execute – Accelerate All of us live with these four elements of a Business Lifecycle,  though we still feel something, somewhere is missing. Let’s hear learn and share and more importantly network with fellow professionals, corporate executives, business managers and entrepreneurs at this half day business symposium – IDEA’ 15. Mohana Kelkar- 050 5470408

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The Dubai Turtle Rehabilitation Project (DTRP) is exhibiting five juvenile hawksbill turtles at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo in Dubai Mall, to highlight the threat faced by this critically endangered species. The DTRP has teamed up with the aquarium, one of the world’s largest and most diverse, to showcase the turtles until 30 April, […]

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The Dubai Culture & Arts Authority will organise the eighth Dubai International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition from April 14 to May 15, 2015, at Wafi Mall, Dubai, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Dubai Executive Council, presenting one of the […]

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With the UAE’s food and beverage sector needing to more than quadruple in size over the next five years, demand for new F&B outlets is rapidly increasing. Following the success of the first outlet in Al Wasl Square, local eatery Pantry Cafe is opening the doors to its second branch in Bay Square, Business Bay. […]

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As part of reggae pop chart-toppers UB40, Ali Campbell has flown all over the world performing for millions of fans at the biggest venues on the planet. The British star, 56, is currently on the road touring once more with bandmates Astro and Mickey Virtue, selling out venues across the globe. The talented trio recently […]

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The Gallery at Emaar Pavilion, Dubai’s newest hub for culture and arts, has opened an exhibition of digital artwork on canvas by Iraqi-Dutch artist Nedim Kufi. Titled ‘No-stalgia,’ the new exhibition coincides with the Dubai Art Season and presents a collection of emotionally-charged works that remind viewers of the concepts of cultural identity and social experiences through […]

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The cricket action never stops on OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network and home of cricket. Having brought all the live action from the ICC Cricket World Cup 2015 exclusively and also extending its support to the UAE National Cricket Team, which took part in the tournament after a gap of 19 years, OSN will […]

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Guests will be able to benefit from an exclusive programme of spa treatments, fitness classes, and wellness activities to celebrate the launch of a new Talise Nutrition menu across the resort’s restaurants. The new menu has been spearheaded by Chef Gabriele Kurtz, Talise Wellness Executive Chef for the Jumeirah Group portfolio of hotels and resorts. […]

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Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai, has launched a pre-summer staycation offer for UAE residents to relax and enjoy exquisite hospitality before the heat sets in. With the long, hot summer months ahead, the final weeks of spring present a tempting opportunity to take a well-earned breather from Dubai’s demanding routines and busy roads. […]

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A geographic address system was launched in the emirate on Sunday to enable people to locate buildings within an accuracy of one metre using a application and a 10-digit code. Makani (My Location) was developed under the supervision of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, for use by Dubai Municipality. The smart system […]

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A workshop and symposium on latest trends in EMS — the Express Mail Service offered by postal operators around the world — organized by the Universal Postal Union (UPU) concluded with the Dubai Declaration that urged the postal sector in the Arab region to take advantage of the global growth of e-commerce by joining the […]

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A retail and leisure oriented lifestyle in one of Dubai’s most sought-after residential destinations is the promise offered by Downtown Views, the newest residential project launched by global property developer Emaar Properties. With Downtown Views, a brand-new development overlooking Downtown Dubai, Emaar is offering the unprecedented opportunity to own residences that are directly linked to […]

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The fifth edition of the SIKKA Art Fair, an artist-led fair of fully commissioned works, organised by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) marked a record turnout of over 12,000 visitors, in addition to over 500 art lovers taking part in 38 specialised art workshops. Led by popular demand, the artworks that are […]

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University of Atlanta takes pride in announcing its participation in GETEX 2015 yet again. GETEX is one of the biggest education fairs held in the region every year and the University of Atlanta has taken part in the exhibition a number of times over the years. This Year, at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition Centre, […]

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Get fit, have fun and immerse yourself in neon! In its aim to promote the belief that healthy living can be a fun lifestyle choice, du today announced its participation and support for NEORUN, the Middle East’s first ever UV paint night fun run, to be held at the Dubai Autodrome on April 10th from […]

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CITY WALK by Meraas, the dynamic outdoor concept, is celebrating Dubai Art Season with a showcase of unique and engaging artists. Dubai Art Season activities kicked off on March 24 at the leisure destination with an alternative musical performance by musical maestro ‘Pipe Guy’, a.k.a. Jake Clark who left visitors in awe with his staccato […]

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Fans can have an exclusive sneak peek into the largest counter-culture expo in the region, the Middle East Film and & Comic Con (MEFCC) at The Dubai Mall from April 1 to 11, 2015. A ‘Game of Arts’ collection, customised by 20 regional artists, inspired by the fantasy worlds of ‘Game of Thrones’ and ‘Lord […]

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THE BEACH by Meraas, the upbeat outdoor destination, is hosting a range of alternative artists and art activities as part of Dubai Art Season 2015, a city wide umbrella art initiative. Until April 1, visitors will have the chance to experience an offbeat melodic treat, as musical maestro ‘Pipe Guy’, a.k.a. Jake Clark entertains the […]

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Burger Hood, a unique high-end gourmet burger venue offering customers delicious and locally sourced healthy food, after enjoying massive success since launching its flagship outlet at Al Muroor, Abu Dhabi in April 2013, today announced the launch of the Dubai outlet in Jumeirah 1. The launch of the new outlet will assist Burger Hood’s expanding […]

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Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) is using its participation in the Dubai Government Achievements Exhibition (Dubai World Trade Centre, 30 March – 1 April) to showcase its e-Permit and e-Ticketing platforms which were recently introduced to align with the objectives of Dubai Smart City initiative. Held under the patronage of His Highness […]

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Thomas Bjorn, one of golf’s most influential players, has been appointed as a global ambassador of ‘golf in DUBAi’ as part of an ambitious drive to boost the Emirate’s brand visibility on the global stage. Affectionately referred to as ‘The Great Dane,’ Björn enjoys strong links with Dubai, having spent most of the European winter […]

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Dubai Design District, better known as d3, is dedicated to fostering the growth of the Emirate’s design, fashion, art, and luxury industry. It offers businesses, entrepreneurs and individuals a creative community that will be at the very heart of the region’s design scene. d3 is the newest of TECOM Investments’ freezone business parks ­ with […]

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Armani Hotel Dubai, the ultimate lifestyle destination located in Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties PJSC, won two honours at the Time Out Restaurant Awards 2015. While Armani/Ristorante won the ‘Best Italian Restaurant’ for the third consecutive year, Armani/Amal was ‘Highly Commended’ as ‘Best Indian Restaurant’ having clinched the honour in 2013 […]

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Join us for our annual family-favourite Easter celebration. Indulge in a sumptuous buffet brunch as your little ones hop from one activity to the next including; egg painting, bouncing castle fun, face painting and interactive dancing. Also not to be missed is our famous egg hunt, a tradition for the whole family to enjoy! Date: […]

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With a huge crowd at Meydan cheering and jubilantly throwing their racing programmes in the air, Godolphin’s Prince Bishop (IRE) unleashed the run of his eight-year-old life to defeat American challengers California Chrome (USA) and Lea (USA) in the 20th anniversary renewal of the Dubai World Cup sponsored by Emirates. Running in the colours of […]

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Latin Easter at Asado This Easter, be swept away to a place where authentic Argentinian food and culture rings true. Revel in an idyllic venue which boasts uninterrupted views of the iconic Burj Khalifa and experience a chance to witness The Dubai Fountain display in all its glory. Enjoy our family style menu inclusive of […]

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Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of International Cooperation and Development (MICAD) and Head of the National Committee for the Coordination of Foreign Aid, on Thursday described the Dubai International Humanitarian Aid and Development Conference and Exhibition (DIHAD) as a big boost for the UAE’s stature as an active humanitarian actor. During her visit […]

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The International Humanitarian City, IHC, has signed three partnership agreements at DIHAD Conference and Exhibition 2015, aimed at contributing to the development of humanitarian action through the activation of local participation by individuals, institutions and businesses partnerships. The agreements are signed with Dubai Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation, Group 32 and UPS to serve the […]

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Vida Downtown Dubai 3in1 A relaxing picnic brunch is the way you should spend Easter Sunday with your family!  Gourmet twists on traditional favourites take centre stage. The Urban Picnic spread will include Easter specialties that those both young and old will enjoy. Time: 1pm to 4pm Date: April 5, 2015 Price: AED 225 including soft […]

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Young writers around the UAE will have a unique opportunity to share their talent with a global audience as part of an exciting community writing competition hosted by LendMeYourLiteracy in partnership with At the Top, Burj Khalifa, Dubai’s popular observatory deck that opens to spectacular views of the city and beyond. LendMeYourLiteracy (LMYL) is a […]

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Also, City Centre Deira launches ‘Style Star Search’ on March 26, where fashionistas can strike a pose at a custom-built photo studio in the Metro Link area, and vie for the title.  The competition will take place from Thursday, March 26 to Saturday, March 28, 2015.  The trendiest of them all will become a star […]

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Emerging and talented fashion designers from around the world can now present their style, creativity and vision, and be amongst the international fashion industry at the largest fashion event of its kind in the Middle East, with the launch of the second edition of The Dubai Mall Talent Scouting competition. The scouting competition, which in […]

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Easter at Kambaa Spoil yourself and loved ones with festive Easter goodies including assorted Easter Candies, Pointed Egg Large, Pointed Egg Small, Easter Cookies, Easter Kids Egg, Aztec Easter Egg, Bunny Macaroon, Mini eggs in box, Easter Egg Toolkit, Bunny Chocolate. Date: April 1 to 5, 2015 Time: 10am to 10pm Price: As per listed Items Easter Brunch […]

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Stylistas of Dubai were out in full force to get their fashion fix at the City Centre Mirdif Fashion Weekend, featuring the special appearance of regional fashion icon, Myriam Fares. City Centre Mirdif stepped into the season by flaunting the hottest mix of Spring Summer trends. Twelve runway shows featuring 12 looks from premium fashion […]

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Design Days Dubai, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and held in partnership with Dubai Culture, wraps up its fourth edition as its most successful to-date. Design Days Dubai, which presents purchasable and highly desirable works of modern and contemporary design, yesterday […]

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International Medical Corps will participate in this year’s Dubai International Humanitarian Aid & Development Conference & Exhibition (DIHAD) event focused on “Opportunity, Mobility & Sustainability”. The organisation will share knowledge and highlight new trends in humanitarian assistance, and network among key local, regional and global players. Since the launch of its office last year in […]

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After the sold out concert on October 17, 2014 and due to the high demand we are proud to announce another great performance of legendary Jozsef Lendvay and Friends. Jozsef Lendvay is one of the most outstanding contemporary violinists. Thanks to his virtuoso skills and charisma, he has gained enormous popularity all over the world. Jozsef Lendvay […]

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Geared up to greet visitors from all over the world on their spring break, The Dubai Mall, the world most-visited retail and entertainment destination is providing exclusive events and offers for regional visitors as they travel to the city on their extended holidays. Longer shopping hours, ambient Arabic music and The Dubai Fountain performing to […]

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Emirates, a global connector of people and places, today celebrated the opening of its 37th dedicated lounge for First Class and Business Class customers as well as Platinum and Gold members of Emirates Skywards, the airline’s frequent flyer program, at Los Angeles International Airport. The Emirates Lounge at Los Angeles International Airport represents a USD6.2 […]

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Art Dubai, the most global of art fairs, opens its doors to the public today at Madinat Jumeirah and runs until Saturday March 21. The ninth edition of the fair is the biggest to date with 92 galleries from 40 countries. Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and […]

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In line with UAE President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan’s directives to provide emergency relief to the thousands of displaced families in Vanuatu as a result of Cyclone Pam, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, instructed Dubai’s International Humanitarian […]

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Cyber Gear, the award winning internet company based in Dubai is now offering development of Customised Apps for Apple Watch. Sharad Agarwal, CEO of Cyber Gear stated, “We are delighted to have signed a contract with a leading Shopping Mall in the region to develop their App for the Apple Watch. With Apple Watch, users […]

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Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai, has launched the world’s first AlphaSphere DELUXE ­ a holistic experience which incorporates sound therapy, colour therapy, aromatherapy and massage techniques to promote deep relaxation and regenerate the body and mind. The award-winning Talise Spa is the first spa and wellness destination in the world to offer the […]

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Hundreds of classic cars and motorbikes from as early as 1920, and defined by unmatched elegance and continued functionality, will take centrestage at the seventh edition of the Emirates Classic Car Festival organised by Emaar Properties and the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE (ATCUAE), the official representative of the ‘Fédération Internationale des Véhicules […]

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Providing unrivalled guest experiences through innovative and thorough destination management should be the priority of every entertainment developer. This was the message Dubai Parks and Resorts – set to be the region’s largest multi-themed leisure and entertainment destination when it opens in October 2016, underscored during the annual International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions […]

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Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, the Ottoman inspired luxury resort located on Palm Jumeirah, is proud to announce its selection as the ‘Best Overseas Beach Hotel’ in the Condé Nast Traveller Reader’s Choice Awards 2015. The ceremony was held on 16 March 2015 at the Lotte Hotel, Moscow, Russia where Jumeirah Zabeel Saray’s General Manager, Fernando Gibaja […]

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A Sparkling Gourmet Brunch Savour the full culinary creativity of our chefs, now with the added fizz of bubbly. Our brunch fuses fine dining with a buffet experience. From evening style table service and à la carte specials, to delicious salads, cheese and dessert buffets, you enjoy the best of both worlds: gourmet taste and […]

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Fashion Victims Season 2 has brought together talents from around the world to relish a holistic fashion event on April 3rd 2015 at the Atlantis. The event will see Nancy Ajram, Lebanese singer and Arabic music icon attend the fashion shows and the awards dinner, and have labels like Sorapol, Math Collective, Joshua Fenu, Taibo Bacar, Sponsa, and […]

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Dubai Trolley has arrived. The region’s first hop-on hop-off trolley system in Downtown Dubai, also featuring the world’s first hydrogen-powered trolley trams, is currently being tested, following the delivery of the first trolley tram at Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. Emaar Properties is redefining the norms of urban mass transit within Downtown Dubai, its flagship mega-development […]

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Dubai ­ Alserkal Avenue announces a selection of 15 new art galleries, cultural organisations and creative businesses to join the developing arts and culture hub in the fall of 2015. The announcement marks the first in a series of concept launches planned throughout the year in tandem with commissions and events by Alserkal Avenue’s newly […]

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Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) today announced the signing of the first-ever St. Regis polo resort, The St. Regis Dubai Al Habtoor Polo Resort & Club, in partnership with Al Habtoor Group LLC. Scheduled to open early 2017, the 136-room hotel will be the centerpiece of a six-million square-foot equestrian sports complex in Dubai. […]

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YOTEL, an affiliate company of Kuwait-listed IFA Hotels & Resorts KSCC, has signed a long-term agreement with Dubai Investment Properties LLC (‘DIP’) to operate a new hotel in Dubai, UAE. This marks the hospitality brand’s first property in the Middle East. The hotel is part of a major new development located on Sheikh Zayed Road, […]

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UNHCR has launched an online digital platform aimed at significantly enhancing private sector engagement and support for the Syria humanitarian response. The launch comes as the Syria crisis approaches its fourth anniversary, with Syrian refugees become the largest population of concern under UNHCR’s mandate. The online ‘Partnership Platform’ acts as a one-stop shop for the […]

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Emirates Aviation College (EAC) – Crew Training has reported a record-breaking year for 2014, with over 33,000 attendees in various training courses (with some crew members attending multiple courses in a year). Covering different disciplines from Safety & Emergency Procedures, Medical Training, Service and Image, the training college caters to both new cabin crew recruits […]

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SIKKA Art Fair, an artist-led fair of fully commissioned works, by the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is hosting an impressive line-up of 50 Emirati and UAE-based artists, in addition to three collectives and two arts initiatives, for its fifth edition to be held from March 14 to 24, 2015. Bringing arts to […]

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The Middle East’s first ever cycling store for women has opened in Dubai ­ catering to the huge amount of women now taking up cycling. In the UAE there is a growing number of initiatives designed to increase cycling in the city such as the Dubai Tour, 92 Cycle Challenge and countless clubs and groups. […]

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Town Square, Dubai’s first-of-its-kind smartly designed, stylish, green neighbourhood by Nshama, a private developer of integrated lifestyle communities, has launched Hayat Townhouses, the second phase of residences at unmatched price points. Residents become part of a vibrant 750-acre (32 million sq ft) development anchored by a central square that is the size of 16 footfall […]

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The biggest international street theatre and comedy fair in the Middle East is back for the second year at Al Ghurair Centre. With double the acts, street markets and never before seen shows in the Middle East, this year’s DubFest is sure to be the most memorable family experience of the year. The free street-based […]

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Dubai has ranked first in the Middle East and Africa region for quality of living, according to Mercer’s Quality of Living Rankings in 2015. Vienna was voted the city with the best overall quality of living for the second consecutive year. It was followed by Zurich, Auckland, and Munich, taking second, third, and fourth place […]

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Madinat Jumeirah, the luxurious Arabian Resort of Dubai, is proud to host the ninth edition of Art Dubai and showcase the world’s largest selection of artists from the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia region. Madinat Jumeirah has been the official hotel partner and main sponsor since the inception of Art Dubai in 2007. […]

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Mohamad Shakeer, Dubai’s very own Super Model will be crowning Miss Glamicious. With just a few days to go, there have been over 300 entrees for this prestigious title and close to 50 Beautiful ladies have been shortlisted to walk the ramp at the Glamicious Style Fiesta taking place on the 14th of March at […]

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Park Inn by Radisson today announced the opening of a new hotel and residence in Al Barsha, Dubai. Part of the Carlson Rezidor hotel group, the Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Apartments is the brands first property in Dubai and second in the UAE. The bright future of the nation, as outlined in UAE Vision […]

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Dubai’s first bespoke ‘town square’ development is redefining the city’s property sector by bringing unmatched value and competitive pricing for end-users through its first showcase of elegant townhouses within a stylishly designed, green and smart neighbourhood. Nshama, a private developer of integrated lifestyle communities, is offering aspiring home-owners their ‘dream residence’ in Dubai at affordable […]

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The first annual Dubai Property Show concluded successfully on Sunday after receiving a phenomenal response on its first ever exhibition held at Londons Olympia from Feb 27th March 1st, 2015. Showcasing over 60 leading real estate companies from Dubai and UAE, the exhibition offered thousands of properties, educative seminars by experts for potential buyers and […]

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Young talents from across the UAE, representing the multicultural diversity of the nation, mesmerized audiences with their spell-binding music and performing arts skills at the KidZania SuperstarZ Season 3 grand finale held at Dubai Ice Rink in The Dubai Mall. Captivating spectators with their amazing performances, the twenty finalists were selected after elaborate auditions and […]

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Dubai’s hotel establishments welcomed 11,629,578 guests in 2014, registering a 5.6% increase on 2013’s total. Figures released today by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) show steady year-on-year growth and significant increases across key indicators including hotel establishment revenues and guest nights. The figures for 2014 indicate that Dubai is continuing to maintain […]

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To encourage residents of Kuwait to enjoy a family holiday this spring, British Airways’ holiday experts have put together a list of their top destinations that will suit parents and children for a quick getaway. The airline is also going a step further and launching a special fares spring campaign running from today 2 March […]

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CNN International is celebrating world cuisine with a new series that explores a different destination each month through the dish that has helped put it on the map. Starting on March 6, each episode of Culinary Journeys will feature a different world-renowned, respected chef on a journey to explore the cuisine of one of the […]

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This March, enjoy the lovely weather by the ocean with great attractions at THE BEACH. ​The rhythmic beats of the ‘Sunset Drum Circle’ at twilight led by Dubai Drums sets the tone for a relaxed evening with friends and family. Join the circle for a complimentary lesson while the setting sun plays to the mood. […]

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Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of Development and International Cooperation, President of the UAE Committee for Coordination of Humanitarian Foreign Aid, opened the Regional Humanitarian in Action Conference held from 24 to 26, February 2015 at the International Humanitarian City (IHC) in Dubai. It was organised in collaboration with Humanitarian Policy Grope (HPG) […]

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Sheikha Lubna bint Khalid Al Qasimi, Minister of International Cooperation and Development, President of the UAE Committee for Coordination of Humanitarian Foreign Aid, opened the Regional Humanitarian in Action Conference being held until 26th February at the International Humanitarian City, IHC, in Dubai, organised in collaboration with Humanitarian Policy Group (HPG) and Oversees International Development […]

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Dubai Cruise Tourism today announced that Dubai’s cruise season saw its busiest month so far in January 2015. The cruise terminals in Mina Rashid welcomed over 30 ship calls, bringing over 150,000 cruise tourists to the emirate in just one month, including 26 hub ship calls from four cruise lines. Mina Rashid also accommodated five […]

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On March 18-21 you are invited to experience a unique urban art project at Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat Jumeirah. STREET LIFE is a colourful blend of nightclub vibes, cutting edge video art, world class hip-hop and break dancers and digital art. Featuring music by Macklemore, Lil Wayne, Avicii and Clean Bandit, STREET LIFE takes the […]

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With the Oscars just around the corner, viewers can see all the action, live and at the same time it airs in the US, exclusively on OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network. As the home of blockbuster movies and series, OSN will broadcast the 87th Academy Awards ceremony on OSN Movies Festival HD, on February […]

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‘golf in DUBAi’ have joined the sporting world in congratulating and celebrating the appointment of MENA Golf Tour Patron, Darren Clarke, as Europe’s 2016 Ryder Cup captain at Hazeltine National in Minnesota, USA. “Darren is special and one whose charismatic personality transcends his sport and his appeal crosses all demographics This is a thoroughly well […]

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Middle East off-road driving enthusiasts have a new facility to test and develop their skills. Land Rover, the global leader in the production of luxury all-terrain vehicles, today inaugurated its first Land Rover Experience Centre in the Middle East region, in collaboration with Bahrain International Circuit (BIC). The new Experience Centre will enable Bahraini residents, […]

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MoU states IHC will be providing construction space for the programme partners to carry out building the sustainable bus stop. TheInternational Humanitarian City (IHC) witnessed a successful deal inked with the Carbon Ambassadors.  As per the MoU, the IHC has agreed to provide construction space to Consolidated Constructions Company (CCC) which will be working on […]

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The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, is welcoming the Chinese New Year of the Goat with a wide range of dining offers dedicated to Chinese visitors, providing them with menus in Chinese and special dishes across all restaurants. A Chinese version of the website is available for visitors to view for […]

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The annual Leisure Wedding Fair will be held on February 28, 2015 at Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club. Whether looking for informed and inspiring choices to plan your dream wedding or finding the right wedding planner, cake maker or your fairy-tale wedding dress, The Leisure Wedding Fair is the place to be. The event brings […]

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Eight restaurants in Dubai have been crowned the winners of the emirate’s first social dining awards, the 2015 Restaurant Buzz Awards. Organised by two UAE start-ups, social restaurant discovery tool, RoundMenu and impartial restaurant review website, FooDiva, with the support of Commercial Bank of Dubai, the awards are based around social occasions and voted by […]

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Jumeirah Group’s two signature Italian restaurants; Alta Badia inJumeirah Emirates Towers and Segreto in Souk Madinat Jumeirah, have unveiled their all-new ‘Farm to Table’ menus featuring seasonal ingredients sourced from local farms and farmers. The new menus are part of the restaurants’ commitment to support UAE produce and use the freshest ingredients available. Jumeirah Group’s Executive Italian Chef, Claudio Melis said: […]

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The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and entertainment destination, and Souk Al Bahar, the Arabesque mall with an extensive array of F&B outlets, are celebrating the Dubai Food Festival in partnership with Dubai Festivals & Retail Establishment, with a delectable choice of culinary offers and entertaining events including live cooking demos by veteran chefs. […]

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Mall of the Emirates, Majid Al Futtaim’s leading shopping, leisure and entertainment destination committed to redefining the shopper experience, ushering in Chinese New Year with cultural performances from February 17- March 5. The start of 2015 in the Chinese calendar — the ‘Year of the Sheep’ — will see great moments for everyone, every day, […]

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Live Nation Middle East has announced that the pre-show for Thirty Seconds to Mars concert on Friday, April 10th will feature award-winning alternative rock band Juliana Down and will be hosted by crowd favorites Virgin Radio’s very own Kris Fade, Rossi and the Virgin Team. The concert will be held at the Dubai World Trade […]

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The construction sector contributed 7.89% to Dubai’s Gross domestic product (GDP) in the first half of 2014, according to the latest report from the Dubai Statistics Centre. The figures were brought into the spotlight by the organisers of the International Property Show while announcing the biggest edition of the event to be held from 30 […]

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Global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC announced a record AED 3.350 billion (US$ 912 million) net operating profit for full-year 2014, 30 per cent higher than FY 2013 net operating profit of AED 2.568 billion (US$ 699 million). Underlining the robust performance of its real estate business as well as the strong recurring revenues from […]

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Consumer optimism in Dubai kept growing in the final three months of 2014 after three quarters of stability according to the quarterly consumer confidence survey conducted by the Department of Economic Development (DED). The positive sentiment revealed in the survey was largely attributed to improving job prospects and personal finances. The overall consumer confidence index […]

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Emirates Airline has launched a celebration of cricket with fans the world over, as the national teams from 14 countries commence their journey to compete for the glory and the title of world champions at the ICC Cricket World Cup in Australia and New Zealand. As the Official Worldwide Partner of the International Cricket Council […]

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Until February 28, 2015, Dubai Marina Mall, Pier 7 and Marina Retail F&B outlets will be hosting an array of activities as part the Dubai Food Festival 2015. The fun and interactive ‘Food Festival’ will include a variety of roaming acts, from Chef’s Carnival Band to ‘Chef Stilt Walkers’ and ‘The Sweet’ Rollers to entertain […]

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The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has thanked the International Humanitarian City (IHC) for its US$ 1 million contribution that helped feed 30,000 Syrian refugees living in camps in Jordan during the month of January as they faced a severe snow storm. The donation came as part of a UAE nationwide fundraising campaign (Tarahamou), […]

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DUBAI – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today thanked the International Humanitarian City (IHC) for its US$ 1 million contribution that helped WFP feed 30,000 Syrian refugees living in camps in Jordan during the month of January as they faced a severe snow storm. The donation came as part of a UAE nationwide […]

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Dubai headquartered Stallion Group promoter and Chairman, Sunil Vaswani has topped the Arabian Business GCC Indian Rich List for 2015, with an estimated net worth of $7.2 billion (source: www.arabianbusiness.com) Altogether, 11 billionaires make this year’s list, with the total wealth of the Gulf’s 50 richest Indians valued at just over $50 billion. Stallion Group […]

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Date: Ongoing until Saturday, 28 February 2015 Event: ‘Savour the City’ Brief: CITY WALK invites food lovers in Dubai to enjoy gastronomic treats during Dubai Food Festival 2015 and win big, with a unique spend and win campaign – ‘Savour the City’. The initiative offers shoppers a passport that holds three stamp boxes. Every purchase […]

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Surpassing annual footfall figures achieved by the world’s most popular tourist destinations and key international airports, The Dubai Mall is once again the ‘world’s most-visited lifestyle destination’ welcoming over 80 million visitors in 2014. For the fourth consecutive year, the flagship mall asset of Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS) continues to appeal to global visitors and […]

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Date: Ongoing until Saturday, 28 February 2015 Event: A Bite at THE BEACH Brief: Inviting foodies in Dubai to savor Dubai Food Festival 2015 and win big, THE BEACH hosts a unique spend and win campaign – ‘A Bite at THE BEACH’. As part of the initiative, visitors to the outdoor destination are being handed […]

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The United Nations Secretary-General, Ban Ki-moon, today said that the UAE has demonstrated its strong commitment to the UN through its humanitarian and peace keeping missions in the region. Speaking to the Emirates News Agency, WAM, on the sidelines of the Government Summit in Dubai, the Secretary-General said, “The United Arab Emirates is one of […]

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Dubai is one of the fastest growing cities in the world and is rapidly carving out a niche as a world-class aviation, hospitality and entertainment hub. A short break in Dubai as a guest of three globally respected brands, Emirates, Jumeirah and Pacha Ibiza Dubai, will provide a series of world-class experiences. Arrive into Dubai […]

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Four Japanese writers spent nearly three weeks in the UAE during which they received the opportunity to visit diverse locations that reflect the lifestyle, social values, culture and heritage of the country. The unique experiences of the four writers in the UAE will be turned into four books in Japanese language which will be translated […]

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Armani Hotel Dubai, located in Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, is drawing on the cooler winter temperatures with the opening of three landscaped outdoor balconies that add much-needed al fresco space to the hotel’s popular dining venues. The three terraces extend the hotel’s outdoor dining facilities with dedicated balcony seating for diners choosing to […]

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The winners of the first ‘UAE Drones for Good Award’, the largest award of its kind in the world, were announced today in the presence of His Highness Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE ministers and international dignitaries. The competition, launched at the 2014 Government Summit, took place in Dubai Internet City in front of […]

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OSN, the region’s leading pay-TV network, is releasing the full new season of House of Cards on its award-winning digital platform, OSN Play, on February 28, at the same time as its US release. Golden Globe winners Kevin Spacey (Frank Underwood) and Robin Wright (Claire Underwood) return in Season 3, which follows the disappearance of […]

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Jumeirah Golf Estates and The European Tour today announced that the premium residential golf community in Dubai has become an Official Partner to The European Tour – the first golf and property development to join the Tour’s elite list of global partners. As host venue to the DP World Tour Championship, Dubai – the climactic […]

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Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has installed state-of-the-art solar-powered street-lighting and energy-efficient floodlights for Alathba Primary School for Girls in Dubai. The move supports DEWA’s sustainable development strategy and its efforts to implement the rational use of energy and water, spread awareness on saving the environment, and conserve resources for generations to come. The […]

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Abu Dhabi, (UNHCR) – The International Humanitarian City has donated one million US Dollars in emergency cash assistance to assist some of the most vulnerable Syrian refugee families living in Jordan. The generous donation, which came as part of the UAE’s “Tarahamou” campaign, will benefit 2,070 of the most vulnerable Syrian families, whereby each family […]

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They say the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree, and that expression could not ring truer for mother and son, Sue Abdul and Karim Hollosi, who have both served as Emirates cabin crew, two decades apart. Recruited in Dubai, after walking into the operations center while on holiday, Sue reminisces about her time as […]

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Visitors to CITY WALK are invited to experience enchanted entertainment and delightful decor as part of the finale celebrations of Dubai Shopping Festival’s 20th anniversary edition. Concluding on 01 February, DSF’s activities at the destination showcase entertainment ranging from a living statue duo to photo opportunities against the backdrop of the delightful décor at the […]

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Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, announced today the launch of A380 services to two European destinations: Dusseldorf and Madrid. For both cities, Emirates will be the first airline to operate a scheduled A380 service, offering an unmatched travel experience to business and leisure travellers alike. The addition of Dusseldorf and Madrid […]

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Dubai is aiming to be the world’s most popular city destination by 2020, as part of the city’s long-term growth strategy. The ambitious target is anchored on attracting 25 million tourists in the next five years, according to Issam Kazim, Chief Executive Officer, Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), and is achievable despite […]

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Martin Kaymer put a positive spin on things when discussing his weekend in Abu Dhabi earlier this month, insisting that his major blip when he squandered a 10-shot lead on the final day was one of the biggest learning experiences he has had on the golf course. “I don’t want to call it bad experience […]

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Dubai Airports today released its year-end traffic report which confirm that Dubai International Airport, DXB, has secured its position as the number one airport for international passenger numbers. Full year passenger numbers totalled 70,475,636, up 6.1 percent from the 66,431,533 recorded in 2013. This followed robust passenger traffic growth of 7.5 percent in December with […]

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Blends The epitome of Dubai’s sophisticated nightlife, Blends at The Address Dubai Marina is offering guests a 50% discount on all house beverages, serving as the perfect setting for a great night out. Days: Every Sunday and Monday Time: 4pm to 2am Tuesday Tab Night Enjoy five house beverages for just AED 100 available all […]

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Bob Geldof will be appearing live in concert at the Irish Village on Friday 13th March 2015, joining his fans and Dubai’s Irish community, to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day weekend. The legendary Irish musician who will be performing a selection of his solo and Boomtown Rats classic hits, is appearing in Dubai courtesy of the […]

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Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Crown Prince of Dubai, Dubai Classics is making a resounding return to the Emirate with two of the world’s leading critically acclaimed orchestras. Hosted in collaboration with M Premiere and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), Dubai Classics will host the world-famous […]

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Starting January 15, 2015, qualified nominators may submit their respective nominations for this year’s global Communication for Future Davos Award (C4F Davos Award). The C4F Davos is awarded as part of the World Communication Forum Davos (WFC Davos). This prestigious award recognizes outstanding experts with strong influence on the improvement of communications and with truly […]

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Keeping with the trend from Round 1, Al-Futtaim Motors Toyota Emirates Drifting Team, led by reigning champion Ahmed Al Ameri, continued his success by finishing second at the 2014/2015 Drift UAE Round 2 which was held on January 24th at the Yas Marina Circuit, staying on track to defend its title for the upcoming season. […]

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Top-ranked players will set the tone when they feature in the 2015 Omega Dubai Desert Classic Challenge Match on Tuesday to kick off tournament week at Emirates Golf Club. The two-man scramble on the back nine of Majlis course will see defending champion Stephen Gallacher of Scotland team up with world number two Henrik Stenson […]

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An exhibition which explores the shared development story of Dubai and its horseracing heritage, driven by the pioneering spirit of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has opened to the public at Meydan Racecourse. First showcased to Newmarket racegoers at the 2014 […]

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Autorent Car Rental LLC, one of the leading car rental companies in UAE, was awarded as “Best Car Rental Brand of 2014 in UAE” by Global Brands Magazine Awards. Started 8 years back, company has changed the landscape of car rental industry.  Today it offers wide array of services including car rental, car leasing, limousine […]

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The Sloane Handmade website (http://www.sloanehandmade.co.uk) offers a range of high quality leather handmade shoes, bags and wallets for discerning men. Each product is designed with the minutest attention to detail and is crafted with utmost precision and care. The designs are bespoke and are shipped directly to any address globally. The Sloane Handmade website sales […]

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The Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai saw an increase of 13% in the number of business licenses issued in 2014 as optimism prevailed on the domestic economic front and investors continued to pursue new opportunities across various industry sectors. The total number of licenses increased to 21,358 in 2014 as against 18,848 in […]

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The second edition of Smart Skyscrapers 2015, Middle East’s biggest skyscrapers summit, returns to Dubai with the spotlight on the most innovative sustainable building technologies, design principles and solutions for high-rise green buildings from around the world. The two-day summit will see presentations, case studies and roundtable sessions from local and international experts at the […]

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With his competitive spirit burning as strong as ever, Ernie Els returns to the Omega Dubai Desert Classic next week, aiming to extend his impressive record at Emirates Golf Club. The great South African, who owns a record three titles at the longest-running European Tour event in the region, has inspired a whole new generation […]

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Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, Wife of Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, recognized for work to United Nations, was awarded the 2015 Hunger Hero Award by the UN World Food Programme (WFP) during a ceremony at the World Economic Forum […]

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Customersers worldwide have spoken and Emirates airline has been ranked as the Best Airline in 2014, according to an annual study by eDreams, one of the largest e-commerce travel companies in Europe. The annual study of best airlines consisted of over 90,000 customer reviews from all over the world. Travellers that booked on the site […]

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Strong international exhibitor participation in the upcoming Dubai International Boat Show from the world’s boat manufacturing hubs, Australia, China, Germany, Italy, US, UK, France and Turkey is a clear sign that appetite for luxury spending has returned in full force, say organisers Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). Consumption of luxury goods in the Middle East […]

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McDonald’s UAE has re-launched its first restaurant in the UAE at Al Ghurair City today, following its serving of the first hamburger in Deira on the 21st December, 1994. The event welcomed over 100 guests including VIPs, government partners and suppliers, as well as key members of the media who were treated to an exclusive […]

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Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by global property developer Emaar Properties, has recorded full-year 2014 (FY2014) net profit of AED 1,351 million (US$ 368 million), 23 per cent higher than the net profit of AED 1,099 million (US$ 299 million) during FY2013. Emaar Malls achieved FY2014 revenue of AED […]

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The International Humanitarian City (IHC) in coordination with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) in Dubai, launched the regional trainingon “Emergency Management”, which is held for the first time in the Middle East in the United Arab Emirates, in cooperation with a large number of federal and local government departments and institutions, including […]

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A UAE paper has said that the UAE, under the leadership of President His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, has remained a source of humanitarian goodness and charity, being the legacy of the founding father of the nation, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. “Vice President and Prime Minister and Ruler […]

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Dubai:International Humanitarian City (IHC) has a clear vision of the future on how best to serve those in need around the globe after the launch of a new strategy yesterday by top leaders. Gathered to celebrate a new way forward, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE […]

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By launching the 2015-2021 strategy for the International Humanitarian City (IHC), His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, is laying a future vision to develop and promote the message, mission and standing of the IHC at a time when humanitarian work is experiencing […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the 2015 – 2021 strategy for the International Humanitarian City at its headquarters in Dubai. The special launch ceremony was graced by the presence of H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

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His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has launched the 2015 – 2021 strategy for the International Humanitarian City at its headquarters in Dubai. The special launch ceremony was graced by the presence of Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown […]

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Defending champion Mulu Seboka of Ethiopia faces one of the toughest battles of her career as runners with more than 20 international marathon titles to their names look to steal her women’s crown at the 2015 Standard Chartered Dubai Marathon. To be staged on January 23, the world’s richest marathon will see a star-studded field […]

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With the Omega Dubai Desert Classic fast approaching, the sale of tickets has picked up pace ahead of the 26th edition of the European Tour event that gets under way at Emirates Golf Club from January 29 to February 1, 2015. Featuring defending champion Stephen Gallacher, world number two Henrik Stenson and Lee Westwood among […]

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Coming on the back of a phenomenal year on the greens, Rory McIlory will be hoping to keep the momentum rolling into 2015 when he headlines a strong field at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic, billed as the ‘Major of the Middle East,’ at Emirates Golf Club from January 29 to February 1.The top-ranked player […]

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The Emirates Red Crescent’s (ERC’s) team at Mrajeeb Al Fhood camp in Jordan began distributing winter relief aid and food stuff to refugees on Wednesday as part of a massive UAE humanitarian mission to keep refugees warm and fed during the harsh winter. The Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan Foundation also distributed relief supplies in […]

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The Emirates Red Crescent’s (ERC’s) team at Mrajeeb Al Fhood camp in Jordan began yesterday (Wednesday) distributing winter relief aid and food stuff to refugees in Jordan as part of a massive UAE humanitarian mission to keep refugees warm and fed during the harsh winter weather. The gesture came in implementation of the directives of […]

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Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has announced that as of 1st February 2015, its EK019/020 service between Dubai International Airport and Manchester Airport, currently operated by a Boeing 777, will be replaced with an Airbus A380. The introduction of the second daily A380 means that half of Emirates’ 16 daily flights […]

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The rushed relief shipments and aid from the UAE stated arriving to refugee camps early Wednesday morning just before the snowstorm Huda reaches its peak. This has been a new record for UAE humanitarian organizations who collaborated to execute the campaign just 12 hours after its launch. The campaign was under the direction of His […]

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The main attraction of the Dubai Shopping Festifval, DSF, the 20th edition of the Carpet and Art Oasis, was inaugurated yesterday at the Dubai Festival City, displaying exquisite and rare carpets, handcrafted in renowned rug making regions. Held under the patronage of Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of DP World and Chairman of the Ports, […]

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In town to celebrate Dubai Shopping Festival’s (DSF) 20th milestone edition, the celebrity couple Giuliana and Bill Rancic were spotted at Mall of the Emirates’ snow-capped hills of Ski Dubai – cuddling with the Arctic birds and propelling across the breadth of the Middle East’s first-ever indoor ski resort on a state-of-the-art zip line – […]

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Lee Westwood will be hoping to snap his run of near misses at the Omega Dubai Desert Classic this time around when the former world number one tees it up at Emirates Golf Club later this month. Fresh from picking up his second win of 2014 at the Thailand Golf Championship in December, Westwood returns […]

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In celebration of the completion of the first year of the #MyDubai initiative, thousands of residents and visitors who have contributed their stories of life in Dubai will be rewarded with their photographs and videos appearing on a giant screen at the heart of one of Dubai’s most popular tourist attractions. #MyDubai was launched by […]

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Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building by Emaar Properties, marked its fifth anniversary on January 4, 2015, with visitors to At the Top, Burj Khalifa on Level 124 joining on a day-long festivities including free access to Level 125, a part of the newly unveiled At the Top, Burj Khalifa SKY experience. As part of […]

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The Guinness World Record winning LED illumination on Burj Khalifa facade will continue through January 9, 2015, to regale visitors to Downtown Dubai, the mega-development by Emaar Properties , and the world’s most-visited lifestyle destination. The spectacular LED display envelopes Burj Khalifa in the UAE National flag colours, among other dazzling effects, which captivated the […]

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The Dubai Concert Committee in collaboration with M Premiere proudly present “Spirit of Vienna”. The musicians are members of the famous Vienna Philharmonic and the Staatsopera Orchestras and deliver not only the spirit but also the very special interpretations and sounds of the Viennese music Traditions. The quintet consists of Stefan Neubauer, clarinet Gunter Seifert, violin Walpurga Neubauer, […]

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Absolute Barbecues, better known as AB’s, the grill restaurant chain acclaimed for its multi-cuisine live cooking concept, has made its debut in Dubai, after being consistently ranked among the best restaurants in the Indian cities of Bangalore, Chennai and Hyderabad. AB’s winning formula is based on its unrivalled ‘Do-It-Yourself’ grilling experience that incorporates a wide […]

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The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest retail and entertainment destination, is marking the 20th anniversary of the globally-renowned Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) 2015 with a spectacular line-up of events and initiatives, aimed at underlining the city’s reputation in the international retail arena. Visitors to The Dubai Mall will have the chance to become a millionaire […]

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With just a day to go for the much-awaited Downtown Dubai New Year’s Eve Gala organised by Emaar Properties, the event has already set history by clinching the Guinness World Records title for the ‘Largest LED-Illuminated Façade’ on Burj Khalifa. A team from Guinness World Records adjudicated the preparations for the Downtown Dubai New Year’s […]

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There’s a jolly old man in a big red suit spreading holiday cheer all across City Centre Deira and this is the perfect time for kids to whisper their festive wishes to the man who can make them true! Until December 27th, Santa Claus along with his trusty elves will be waiting at East Court […]

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Kanz Jewels, one of UAE’s leading and oldest Jewellery brands played host to the blockbuster Bollywood movie – ‘Welcome Back’ as the movie was shot extensively at the store in Dubai Gold Souk, Deira. This was the first Bollywood movie to be shot at Dubai Gold Souq according to Kanz Jewels. Bollywood artists Anil Kapoor […]

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On the year’s busiest travel day, and the busiest travel day ever for Dubai’s airports, dnata stepped up and delivered a flawless experience for travellers from around the world. The holiday travel season hit its peak on 19th December as more than 133,000 passengers, 150,000 bags and over 540 flights from around the world landed […]

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In its quest to identify the best brands in the world, the Global Brands Magazine http://www.globalbrandsmagazine.com awards night was held at The Address Downtown Dubai, overseeing the iconic Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Mall on December 15, 2014. Representatives from top brands across the globe gathered at the ball room for the evening which marked […]

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Roald Dahl’s timeless story of the world-famous candy man and his quest to find an heir comes to chocolate-covered life. Enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka hides five golden tickets in his scrumptious candy bars. Whoever finds these tickets will win a tour of the Wonka factory and a lifetime supply of candy. Four of the […]

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The Address Montgomerie Dubai, a premium golf resort of The Address Hotels + Resorts, has won two laurels as ‘Best Golf Course in the Middle East’ and ‘United Arab Emirates’ Best Golf Course’ at the prestigious international World Golf Awards 2014. The World Golf Awards celebrate and reward excellence in golf tourism, world class courses […]

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Dubai has welcomed the largest ever tourism industry Mega FAM trip comprising travel operators, wedding planners, MICE operators, niche segment specialists and media experts representing 16 cities across India from 6-9 December 2014. Hosted by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the Mega FAM which included 440 representatives of the travel industry partners, […]

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Join us this year as Aladdin, Genie and their friends take you on a magical all singing, all dancing adventure to rescue Santa from the evil hands of wizard Abanazer. Both adults and children will be whisked away on a magical journey, full of fun, laughter and christmas cheer. Advance booking is recommended as places […]

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The eleventh edition of the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) got off to a glamorous start last night at the Madinat Jumeirah with a red carpet opening gala screening The Theory of Everything from Academy Award-winning director James Marsh.  The Theory of Everything is a thought-provoking film starring Eddie Redmayne as extraordinary physicist Stephen Hawking […]

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Over 200,000 passengers have used Emirates’ free onboard Wi-Fi since October this year, taking advantage of the airline’s service to connect with family, friends or colleagues when they fly. On most Emirates A380s passengers can access 10MBs of free data, enough to send emails, blog, tweet, post on Facebook, or browse the Internet. Emirates currently […]

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Global Brands Magazine, a leading magazine head-quartered in the United Kingdom, is scheduled to have its annual awards ceremony on the 15th of December 2014 at The Address Hotel Downtown, Dubai, with the aim to recognise and honour brands that have excelled and shown extraordinary performance in various sectors. Speaking to the media, Jay Reddy, […]

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Golfing superstar Tiger Woods will design the new 18-hole championship golf course in Dubai to be built by luxury real estate developers, DAMAC Properties and operated by The Trump Organization. Set within the 55 million sq ft master community of AKOYA Oxygen, the ‘Trump World Golf Club, Dubai’ will include a state-of-the-art clubhouse, world-class restaurant […]

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We are on the move, on the go, on the run. Our mobile phones are our best companions. We are thriving with instant access to everything, from ideas to dates, from knowledge to passion. So why not instant job search? With this in mind, Monster is bringing job seekers the Monster Mobile app and Monster […]

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The Omega Dubai Ladies Masters will provide a snapshot of the game’s balance of power with a bevy of globe-trotting rising stars going out with seasoned campaigners when the season-ending Ladies European Tour event gets under way at Emirates Golf Club on Wednesday. Renowned for bringing power, flair and exuberance to the game, young prodigies […]

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Rainbow Milk, one of the legendary brands of FrieslandCampina Middle East, part of Royal FrieslandCampina- one of the largest dairy- cooperatives in the world, launched its ‘Proud to Be Part of Your Life’ Campaign on the UAE’s 43rd anniversary celebrations. The campaign draws inspiration from the brand’s proud association with the country since 1955. The […]

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