Dubai’s Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation’s (AMAF)’s has launched a donation campaign for the Salma food relief programme through which it plans to produce and distribute one million long-life halal meals to victims of wars and natural disasters around the world in 2015. In 2014, AMAF had distributed 200,000 meals to Palestinians in Gaza Strip […]

– Just two weeks into Ramadan, compareit4me.com, the largest financial comparison site in the Middle East, has seen a 70% increase in user applications in the UAE. compareit4me is expected to generate more than 300,000 applications in 2015, boosted by regional expansion and continuous growth in the finance comparison industry as a whole. After enjoying […]

Emirates Official Store, the home of Emirates collectibles, makes it easier for fans of the airline to ‘Fly Emirates’ no matter where they are in the world. Emirates merchandise brings aviation, travel and sport fans togetherconnecting people and their passions around the globe. With a few clicks on www.emiratesofficialstore.com, shoppers can now choose from the […]

Pinkberry, the world’s leading frozen yogurt retailer, has unveiled the new Mint Lemonade frozen yogurt flavor, exclusively during Ramadan in all stores across Kuwait, UAE, KSA, Bahrain, Lebanon, Qatar, Jordan and Egypt. Developed locally, this flavor is inspired by the refreshing taste of the region’s popular Mint Lemonade drink. The blend of lemons and fresh […]

In issue close to my heart is that of the psychological stigma in Dubai communities. destigmatize treatment for mental health through therapy in many parts of the world is a topic lesser discussed and as a result, poorly understood by the society at large. This causes a lot of stigmatization of disorders due to the cultural […]

Global property developer Emaar Properties PJSC is marking the Holy Month of Ramadan at its elegantly designed ‘Downtown’ tent, serving traditional Arabian and contemporary cuisine as well as offering outstanding hospitality and ambiance for an evening to remember. Located at ‘The Venue’ on Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, the bustling thoroughfare in Downtown Dubai, ‘Downtown’ is […]

Butterfly fly… A flash of cobalt blue fluttered past my eyes and made its way to a juicy looking slice of watermelon, synchronously a gigantic Monarch butterfly flew haphazardly to join its mate. Elsewhere, butterflies of all shapes, colors, and sizes went about their daily life whilst I had the opportunity to get up close […]

Al Serkal Avenue As of late, we are seeing a sharp incline in the aesthetic culture of Dubai industry with more and more craftsmen, designers, creators, and artistes making their way to the city. Paving the way for Dubai’s growing artistic tradition is Al Serkal Avenue: a district in the Al Quoz industrial area that […]

The world’s who’s who of fashion will once again descend on Dubai for what will be a spectacular celebration of fashion and emerging designer talent at the third edition of Vogue Fashion Dubai Experience, the largest of its kind fashion event in the Middle East, to be held at The Dubai Mall. The flagship fashion […]

Each year during Ramadan, all of Dubai goes head over heels in preparation for the more dazzling, extravagant and luxurious Iftar dinners. But what about Suhoor? Lesser known by non-fasting, non-Muslim crowds in Dubai, Suhoor is the early morning meal enjoyed by those fasting before the crack of dawn in the early hours of day. […]

Wafi has been a consistent member of the ever-growing mall scene in Dubai. Overshadowed by its competitors however, on an average weekend day it sees barely any traffic, and weekends create scant business usually circumscribed to its many upscale restaurants and lounges. There’s a lot more to the establishment than just that however! Wafi is […]

 The employees of Holiday Inn Dubai ­ Al Barsha, Ciiti, Alcatel Onetouch, Bloomberg and EFS Facilities Services partnered in an event yesterday to celebrate the true spirit of Ramadan by inviting low income workers from EFS for Iftar. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of Citi’s Global Community Day, over 200 volunteers from Citi, Holiday Inn, […]

This is going to come as a bit of a shock, but Dubai does NOT have any Michelin starred restaurants to date. Dubai’s dining scene is definitely burgeoning due to the increase in internationally renowned restaurants finding a place here, and the culture amongst expats of eating out. Despite this prime market, Michelin has left […]

Emirates Islamic, one of the leading Islamic financial institutions in the UAE, today announced the launch of EI World – a fun and easy way to bank on iPhones. EI World is a first of its kind mobile banking app that allows Emirates Islamic customers to conduct a range of banking transactions in a fun […]

Experience soulful shopping as Dubai’s very own and the only night market returns this Ramadan offering not just convenience but a wide variety of everything you need for Eid. Ramadan Night Market is back with loads of exciting activities and events planned for the entire family, alongside providing a unique sensory shopping experience. The market […]

In many European cities, the main mode of transportation is cycling. Whole cities are laid out with bike tracks and all public corners are accessible by a bicycle. This eco friendly, pro-health transport option is sensible and possible in Europe with health/environment conscious communities, pre-planned streets and a reasonable climate. So what about Dubai? The […]

Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts in Europe are celebrating the start of the summer with a variety of fantastic seasonal offers. 1)   Experience a new level of luxury at Jumeirah Bodrum Palace Set along the spectacular Bodrum coast with the Aegean Sea as its outlook, the recently opened all-suite and villa Jumeirah Bodrum Palace brings […]

A UNHCR report, released today, shows that worldwide displacement from wars, conflict, and persecution is at the highest levels we have recorded, and accelerating fast. UNHCR’s new annual Global Trends report shows a sharp escalation in the number of people forced to flee their homes, with 59.5 million people forcibly displaced at the end of […]

Emirati fashion designer Nazek Al Sabbagh has launched a new ‘Colours of Ramadan’ collection to mark the holy month. Featuring around 11 designs for women and kids, the collection presents elegant dresses that combine traditional and modern designs. Al Sabbagh has created a colourful collection using pure Italian cotton. From the lavish traditional designs of […]

Wild Wadi Waterpark is offering commplimentary entry every Monday during Ramadan, in return for charitable clothing donations. The items of clothing will be donated to support Beit Al Kheir Society, a non-profit organisation that provides assistance to underprivileged families in the UAE. Every Monday throughout the Holy Month, between 3pm – 7pm, guests who donate three […]

Former Olympic showjumper, two-term President of the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), FEI Honorary President and Classic-winning racehorse owner, HRH Princess Haya received the honour in recognition of “Her outstanding elegance as a competitor, a leader and a woman working tirelessly for the good of equestrian sports” said Mr. Juan-Carlos Capelli, Vice President & Head of […]

Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member ofDubai Holding, has announced it will donate AED 10 per room night sold to Dubai Cares during Ramadan 2015. The funds will be used to support Dubai Cares’ programmes aimed at providing quality primary education to children in developing countries. The donation will apply for […]

A question that features in most if not all dinnertime conversations is that of real estate—‘So how is the market doing?’ Living in Dubai, we’ve gotten accustomed to frequent market booms, new projects, and incomplete construction sites. Let’s take a look at the current market as we approach the end of the second quarter this […]

Dubai Eye on Bluewaters Island Bluewaters Island—located near JBR—is going to be the home of our town’s newest and coolest attraction: the Dubai Eye. An imit ation of the famous London Eye, the Dubai Eye is set to the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Meeras Holding is the developed on the project, which is […]

The British University in Dubai’s 4th Sustainability Summer School came to an end on 11th June 2015, the event was held Under the patronage of HH Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The event attracted a huge number of Bachelors and Masters Students from Universities across the UAE. The weeklong programme was designed to motivate […]

Parks in Boxes? What’s next? The loss of Safa Park has hit hard amongst many long time Dubai residents. To ease this blow however, developer Meeras—of The Beach at JBR and the beloved Citywalk—has come up with a new “pop-up” concept mall called Box Park. This new project takes inspiration from a quirky London shopping district […]

Emirati designer Nazek Al  Sabbagh dazzled fashion lovers with her outstanding creations at the “Hawaa’ Fashion” Expo in Bahrain held under the patronage and presence  of Sheikha Thajba bint Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, wife of HH Shaikh Salman bin Abdulla Al Khalifa, President of Survey and Land Registration Bureau. Al Sabbagh, who participated under […]

Ramadan is right around the corner and during the holy month many restaurants close form sunrise to sunset opening in line with tradition and in respect for Muslims that are fasting. Most if not all restaurants tend to open towards the evening in preparation for Iftar and Suhoor. In Dubai however, each year there are […]

Dubai Sports City is all set to start the handover of apartments this week within its latest flagship development ­ Canal Residence West’s Venetian building. It follows the successful completion of the first phase of hand-overs involving Canal Residence West’s European and Mediterranean Buildings and further builds on the population at Dubai Sports City where […]

The two month long school campaign – ‘The UAE Schools Environmental Sustainability Competition’ – aimed at increasing awareness among students of their natural surroundings, saw an outreach to all schools in the UAE with 33 schools directly participating, over 1.027 million impressions made via social media and a sustainable garden planted in the backyard of […]

Hard Rock Cafe is ready to party like it’s 1971! On June 14, 1971, Isaac Tigrett and Peter Morton opened the first-ever Hard Rock Cafe in London and an iconic brand was born. To honor the brand’s founders and celebrate its birthday on Sunday, June 14, 2015, Hard Rock Cafe Dubai will go back to […]

Live Nation Middle East and Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), announce the launch of Dubai Music Week (DMW) 2015 scheduled from Wednesday, September 23rd through Saturday, September 26th. DMW 2015 is the premier international music festival in the Middle East featuring four main segments including concerts with an award-winning line-up of A-list performers, celebrity guest […]

It’s that time of year again when stepping outside becomes synonymous with a visit to the sauna. Dubai residents must face this annual battle with heat through the summer. Heat in most countries is much craved, and largely enjoyed by all; however, in Dubai, heat is redefined as harmful and threatening to peoples’ health and […]

One of the two pilots behind the flight of the first aircraft to fly around the world using only the power of the sun will be a guest speaker at the Global Solar Leaders Summit on 14 September during the GulfSol event. Adventurer Dr. Bertrand Piccard who spent 12 years preparing for the pioneering flight […]

Susan Brooker came to Dubai, unsurprisingly, as an expat working in the oil and gas industry. Little did she know that her future would consist of a diametrically opposite solo exhibition as an upcoming artist in Dubai’s art scene. Brooker’s exhibition titled “Ladies in Paint” currently on display at Z Gallery in Four Point by […]

Emirates NBD, a leading bank in the region, today announced the launch of ‘Good Times’, an exclusive leisure and entertainment programme for its credit and debit card holders, offering attractive privileges including up to 50 per cent discounts at some of the most popular leisure and entertainment destinations across the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Under […]

Atlantis, The Palm has partnered with internationally acclaimed celebrity chef Gordon Ramsay to bring his popular Bread Street Kitchen restaurant to Dubai’s leading entertainment resort. Set to open in Fall 2015, Bread Street Kitchen will follow in the steps of its highly successful London counterpart, offering an exciting restaurant and bar space creating an atmosphere-led, […]

The 50 smart information kiosks deployed by the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) a year ago in 23 metro stations on the Red and Green lines were hugely popular, recording 977,112 users in one year. Such kiosks offer a diverse cast of information that serve the needs & expectations of metro riders, and the success […]

Stay in luxury, shop in luxury – Radisson Royal Hotel Dubai and Galeries Lafayette are inviting guests to treat themselves with a luxurious package including a stay at the hotel and a shopping experience at the largest department store in Dubai. Shopping is the ultimate stress relief and this luxurious experience package is combining a […]

A recent newcomer to Dubai’s film scene is the Children’s International Film Festival (CIFF). It’s a non-profit annual festival organized by The Film Studio Dubai – a film production and Events Management company. The idea was born when Jyoti Jain—the Creative Head of CIFF—realized the lack of creative, entertaining, and streamlined television and film media […]

Dubai Properties has announced the release of ‘The Prime Collection’ — a selection of the finest units within its impressive project portfolio across Dubai. These units are situated in premium locations and come with unrivalled views within its most popular developments – Rahat Villas and Arabella Townhouses in Mudon, and Dubai Wharf in the heart […]

Bahria, a name associated with flavors, colors and aromas as deep as the Mediterranean Sea, is a serene nautical themed Mediterranean restaurant. A best way to refresh ones palate this Ramadan season, Bahria also has a menu of rich seafood goodness coming straight from the Mediterranean Sea. The Bahria experience ensures that the guests pick […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 – […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

“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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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

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, […]

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 […]

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. […]