The much-awaited 2021 British & Irish Lions Tour is on-going and rugby fans who wish to watch the action-packed game from the comfort and safety of their homes can tune into STARZPLAY. The region’s fastest-growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service acquired the broadcast rights to the 2021 British & Irish Lions Tour of South Africa in […]

With the weather rapidly heating up and the humidity on a steady incline, Cycle Souq has curated the perfect tools for all devoted cyclists looking to keep spinning this summer, including some of the best indoor trainers. Here are just some of the reasons that so many professional and amateur cyclists are avid fans of […]

With Global Village confirming that its gates will re-open to the world on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, preparations for Season 26 are entering an exciting stage. As the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment moves closer to finalising plans for another season of fun, memories, and success, aspiring […]

Nakheel,the world-leading master developer, is expanding its retail portfolio with Nad Al Sheba Pavilion, a new shopping and leisure destination at the Nad Al Sheba Villas community. Spanning more than 36,426 sq. ft, the Pavilion features key retailers such as Spinneys, Starbucks and leading beauty salon Bedashing Beauty, all of which have opened on 15 […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the hosting of Lebanese artist Simar Halawani at Al Safa Art and Design Library as part of the Artist in Residence programme. This comes within the framework of the Authority’sefforts to establish an incubating environment that would ensure the care and encouragement of creative artistic talents in […]

Eid Al Adha shoppers will have even more chances to save and win thanks to a super selection of special promotions held across the city for the public holiday and Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS). Lucky residents, visitors, families and friends can win big with great prizes including hotel staycations, millions of shopping points, exclusive make-up […]

The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Road Safety Task Force recently organised a webinar, joined by member companies, industry experts and technology providers, which aimed to raise awareness about road safety among the local business community. The virtual event, titled “Driving Road Safety through Advanced Technologies”, was attended by 124 participants representing 60 companies in the […]

Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government of Dubai Media Office, has launched ‘Dubai’s Summer Guide’, a unique digital guide that lists over 100 outlets offering a range of activities and programmes for children and their families during the Eid and summer holidays in Dubai. Launched as part of efforts to raise Dubai’s profile […]

As Dubai continues to safely welcome UAE residents and tourists with memorable summer experiences, the city is also providing them with the opportunity to stay cool this summer through unique ice cream offerings. To mark International IceCream Day falling on 18 July this year, ice cream parlours in the city are gearing up to celebrate […]

Residents and visitors looking for sun-soaked relaxation, the ultimate kiddie-friendly destination or a convenient base for non-stop shopping trips during the Eid Al Adha break will be spoilt for choice with Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) great hotel deals for the long public holiday. Celebrating an unforgettable summer season, the 24th edition of DSS features a […]

Schools are out and summer is in! And for parents, it is rush time to ensure their children stay occupied, inspired, engaged and active during the summer. Reflecting its position as one of Dubai’s most sought-after lifestyle destinations, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is gearing up to host a month-long activity-filled summer for children and […]

Path-breaking tennis ace Sania Mirza and cricketing star Shoaib Malik have officially been granted the 10-year UAE Golden Visa. Sania, known to have single-handedly put Indian women’s tennis on the global map, is currently in London for Wimbledon 2021, she progressed to the second round in the women’s doubles event and made it to the […]

Emirates is celebrating its 30th anniversary of service to Beirut. The airline launched its first flight in 1991, and since then, Emirates has carried over 6 million passengers on over 35,000 flights between Dubai and Beirut, supporting the country’s tourism industry, growing trade lanes, and bringing Lebanese culture and traditions to the world. Commemorating this significant […]

Nakheel,the world-leading master developer, is expanding its retail portfolio with Nad Al Sheba Pavilion, a new shopping and leisure destination at the Nad Al Sheba Villas community. Spanning more than 36,426 sq. ft, the Pavilion features key retailers such as Spinneys, Starbucks and leading beauty salon Bedashing Beauty, all of which are set to open […]

City Sightseeing, the world’s leading open-top bus brand, is relaunching its operations in Dubai today with its unique, award-winning city tour featuring new, enhanced health and safety measures, and an unmissable, limited-time offer for UAE residents. First launched in the UAE in 2014 as a joint venture with the dnata Travel Group, City Sightseeing Dubai […]

The reigning Miss Universe Brazil and first runner up at the recently concluded Miss Universe pageant arrives in Dubai today to do a series of talk seminar in partnership with United Nations Higher Commission on Refugees (UNHCR), brand and magazine photoshoot, and visit to Smile Train – a cleft lip and palate charity based in Dubai. On […]

MSC Cruises, in partnership with Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), DP World and Emirates Airline, announced that the naming ceremony for the line’s newest flagship, MSC Virtuosa, will take place in Dubai on 27th November at Mina Rashid (Port Rashid). The newest addition to the MSC Cruises fleet derives her name […]

Businesses can eliminate unknown number doubt with a Branded Call, an evolutionary breakthrough that lets companies brand phone calls with their identity and a reason of why they are calling. Here are some hard facts: 87% of your customers rarely or never answer calls from unknown numbers including yours. Unknown numbers make your business look […]

Dubai has been shortlisted to host the 27th International Council of Museums (ICOM) General Conference 2025, the largest international conference in the field of museums. A virtual meeting of ICOM’s Advisory Council meeting held on 17 June 2021 announced the three cities shortlisted to host the event. A total of 170 members from 118 countries […]

With Eid Al Adha just around the corner, Palm Jumeirah’s leisure destinations are buzzing with F&B offers and promotions as well as exciting experiences for visitors of all ages across The Pointe, Club Vista Mare, Palm West Beach and The View. The View School students and teachers can now visit the stunning observation deck on […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today the start of its three-times weekly service to Sohag International Airport (HMB) from 25 July. The flights to and from Sohag will operate via a short stop in Sharm El Sheikh. This will bring the number of points flydubai operates to in Egypt to three including Alexandria Borg El […]

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) Courts and the Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) have signed a cooperation agreement that will enable greater familiarity of the DIFC Courts’ portfolio of public services to businesses operating within the Trade Centre freezone. The agreement will also facilitate increased focus on exchanging knowledge, studies, and research, as well […]

Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub, Dubai South announced that private-jet movements continued their impressive growth in 2021, with more than a 346% increase in H1 2021, reaching 8,088 compared to 1,811 in H1 2020 and 3,056 in H1 2019. The top four destinations that contributed to the increase during H1 2021were Russia, India, the Maldives […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East is all set to make it a memorable Eid Al Adha. The festivities feature adrenalin-pumping roller coasters, fantastic live entertainment, fully air-conditioned themed zones, character meet-and-greets, coupled with special Eid decorations and delicacies. Eid celebrations at the park kick off from Friday, July 16, […]

Ideal standard MENA, part of Ideal Standard International, the world’s leading manufacturer of bathroom solutions with headquarters in Belgium, has announced its partnership with the Belgian Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai. With a confluence of innovation and culture, a balance between design and creativity, Ideal Standard MENA joins the Belgian Pavilion with captivating experiences including […]

His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, has stressed that achieving success in sports and winning titles depends not just on quality of players, coaches or budgets, but also on proper planning and good preparation through rigorous training camps and friendly matches, and His Highness has urged […]

Emirates is expecting high passenger volumes to pass through Terminal 3 at Dubai International this weekend, 16-17 July, as traveller numbers reach among their highest levels since the pandemic began. With added safety measures and COVID-19 travel requirement checks in place, travellers may encounter longer than expected waiting times at Emirates check-in counters. Customers starting […]

Ahead of the launch of the much-anticipated film Toofaanexclusively on Amazon Prime Video, the fabulous team comprising Farhan Akhtar, Mrunal Thakur, Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra and RiteshSidhwani visited cities of the United Arab Emirates virtually. The first of its kind virtual city tour saw the team interacting with media, from Sharjah, Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The […]

Jamal Bin Theniyah, Chairman of Emaar Properties, today rang the market-opening bell to celebrate the listing of a US$500 million Sukuk on Nasdaq Dubai. The ceremony was attended by Ahmad Al Matrooshi, Executive Board Member of Emaar Properties; Rashid Al Shamsi, Board Member of Nasdaq Dubai; and Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Deputy […]

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) and Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU), one of the oldest and largest higher education institutions in the United Kingdom, announced a new pathway for Dubai College of Tourism students. With the new pathway, students who graduate with a DCT […]

DP WorldHead Office in Dubai has been ranked as one of the top places to work after an independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work® Middle East. This certification is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about the workplace experience. “The head office certification means […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, continues to grow its network in Europe and will see Naples in Italy and Salzburg in Austria join its network later this month. The carrier will start its four-weekly service to Salzburg International Airport (SZG) from 15 July and resumes its operations to Naples Airport (NAP) from 31 July 2021. Hamad […]

House of Rose Professional Pte. Ltd (HORP) today announced that Dubai, UAE has been selected as the location for the 2021 Middle East Edition of Break the ceiling touch the sky® – the success and leadership summit for women which will be held as a hybrid (live and virtual) summit on Sept 28, 2021. The summit will bring together the Middle East’s best […]

While almost four in 10 UAE consumers have experienced online fraud attempts in the past year, trust and usage of digital payments both in-store and online see no signs of ceasing as consumers still prefer them over cash, citing improved technology, and security measures as reasons why they still feel more secure with these methods […]

DP World, UAE Region’s next-generation service provider, World Security, kick started 2021 on a high note with projects in varied crucial sectors, ranging from retail, government institutions and the hospitality sector. Building strong partnerships and collaborations is one of the core values of World Security. Working on this principle, the company has a carved a […]

Qatar World Cup is scheduled to be conducted in Qatar, in the year 2022, from 21 November to 18 December. FIFA World Cup is a quadrennial football championship contested by national teams of 32 countries. Fans and football lovers from around the world are thrilled and excited for the time when they will be able […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced the winners of its Future Business Minds competition. Introduced to stimulate entrepreneurship amongst the UAE’s younger generation, Global Village’s latest creative outreach program invited university students across the country to showcase their creative business ideas through unique […]

Dubai’s business environment is expected to see move forward in the third quarter of 2021, as confidence among companies and investors improves prior to Expo 2020 Dubai, a newly released survey from the Dubai Chamber has found. The Business Leaders’ Outlook for Q3-2021 reports that 66 percent of respondents said they expect to see better […]

Looking for something fun to do this summer? Topgolf Dubai has launched its 1-month Summer Pass for guests to enjoy unlimited gameplay seven days a week. What’s more?The Topgolf Summer Pass is also inclusive of priority bay access on every single visit, free Lifetime Memberships for any accompanied guests, 10% discount on F&B and retail, […]

Aventura Parks, the hot spot of the city to hang out and enjoy thrilling adventures, has a range of offerings this summer to make the best of the season. Kids can spend their free time at the Summer Enrichment Camp, building their knowledge and skills in a multitude of subjects. Friends and families can spend […]

A rare Rolls-Royce, one of only 20 examples of the recently unveilved Phantom Tempus Collection, has arrived today in Dubai from Rolls-Royce’s global centre of luxury manufacturing excellence in West Sussex, England. Taking inspiration from time, astronomical phenomena and the most accurate clock in the universe, the pulsar star, the Colleciton Carradiates an irresistible charm […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) announced the launch of its Museum Summer Camp 2021 for school students from 4 July – 12 August 2021, promising the youth a summer full of culture and skill enhancement through interesting and engaging activities within the ‘Certified Cultural Guide’ programme. Hana Mohammed Ayoub, Manager of Programs and […]

The value of Dubai’s external pharmaceutical and medical supplies trade reached AED6.8 billion for Q1 2021 recording a growth of 31 percent from AED5.2 billion in the same period of 2020, according to statistics released by Dubai Customs. Imports touched AED5.3 billion, exports AED590 million, while exports and re-exports totalled AED1.4 billion. In terms of […]

Union Coop – the largest Consumer Cooperative in the UAE recently revealed that it will soon be opening its ‘Commercial Center’ in Al Barsha South – 1, as a part of its grand expansion scheme to reach consumers in a better manner, create a positive market balance and offer a better shopping experience. The revelation […]

Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai’s home of live entertainment has today announced the show-stopping event, CairoBelle, will be taking the stage for an unforgettable Eid Al Adha performance on 22nd July 2021. After announcing the return of live events last month, Coca-Cola Arena will be hosting a night to remember with performances from famous Egyptian star, Ruby, […]

The second installment of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) Daily Surprises promotion serves up another super selection of limited time offers for shoppers­ – but act fast, because when they’re gone, they’re gone! From 9 to 15 July, an eclectic and exciting range of stores across the city will host one-day-only offers on family fashion, […]

The 20thedition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference and Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, was successfully concluded today at the Dubai World Trade Center. Under the theme ‘Skin Health is our Concern’, the annual global skincare gathering in Dubai, brought together leading skincare specialists, top surgeons and physicians from across various countries under one roof to […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) held its first bi-annual ‘City Briefing’ for 2021 at the newly built Dubai Exhibition Centre, highlighting the sector’s promising performance since the reopening of the city to international tourists a year ago. As efforts intensified across the tourism ecosystem to accelerate momentum in this landmark year […]

Emirates has announced it will restart passenger services to Mauritius this summer with two weekly flights from 15 July, as the island-nation gradually re-opens its borders to international tourists. To serve market demand, the airline has also announced it will deploy its iconic Emirates A380 aircraft to Mauritius starting 1 August. Fully vaccinated travellers can […]

PepsiCo, the Official Beverage and Snack Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has revealed the first look at its three pavilions, The Plus, The Bolt and The Drop which promise to deliver fun, creative and one-of-a-kind experiences throughout the six months of Expo 2020 Dubai. PepsiCo’s diverse portfolio of global brands such as Pepsi®, Lay’s®, Gatorade®, and […]

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, today opened Deep Dive Dubai, the home of the deepest swimming pool for diving in the world. The Crown Prince was accompanied at the opening by HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Media Council. Located […]

It is inspirational to talk to fellow entrepreneurs and learn from their trials and tribulations. The challenges in the entrepreneurial journey of no two people are alike, yet very similar in many ways. I caught up with Naomi last week on Zoom to discuss her life as an entrepreneur. Naomi is from the UK and […]

The latest edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is now in full swing, and the favourite summer retail celebration is offering up another great weekend full of sensational shopping, food, promotions and giveaways across the city from 8 to 10 July. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the latest DSS cements Dubai’s iconic […]

The General Department of Transport and Rescue at Dubai Police and the Emirates Auction, the leading company in the field of the management and organization of public and online auctions in the Middle East have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU), under which the latter shall provide assistance to on-road broken-down vehicles. The step comes […]

AWJ Investments announces the successful opening of Operation:Falafel’s first international location in New York. Marking the ongoing success of the holding group which currently runs 12 unique culinary concepts across38 outlets in the Middle East. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, as part of its international expansion plans the established and beloved UAE homegrown brand, Operation: Falafel […]

DP World, UAE Region, the leading smart trade enabler,and Petrochem Middle East, the largest chemical distributor in the Middle East and Africa,have signed a 30-year lease agreement that expands its business in the region. Petrochem Middle East will invest between USD80 million toUSD90 million in developing a chemical terminal on Quay 7, adjacent to the […]

As the Middle East prepares for what was predicted to be a scorching Summer this year,  It’s SO Simple founder Rachael Sacerdoticreated a suitable exercise routine for children to keep them active even when staying indoors. “Introducing a healthy lifestyle to children can be fun for the whole family.A regular workout ingrained in children encourages […]

A young boy from Kalba, Sharjah who wants to be a police officer when he grows up was given a fast-track mini experience of his dream thanks to Dubai Police and the Emirates Literature Foundation. SaoudAhmed Salem Alkaabi, age 9,was the first winner of the Middle East edition of Voices of Future Generations, the global […]

Global Village continues its preparations ahead of Season 26, working hard to lay the foundations and finalise plans for another season of fun, memories, and success. The UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment has announced that its gates will re-open to the world on Tuesday, October 26, 2021, […]

“Fashion films are a filmmaker’s dream – moody, stylized and often experimental. Unlike commercials, which are forthright in their messaging and typically utilize an “appeal to the masses” approach, fashion films aim for a softer sell and typically target a niche audience. The proliferation of web video has led to an increase in this ‘genre.’ […]

Integrated global property developer, The First Group, is proud to introduce a unique and innovative lifestyle brand, The First Collection, which encompasses the firm’s portfolio of hotels, restaurants and leisure venues. The launch of the brand marks a major step in the firm’s evolution that has long been recognised as one of the UAE’s leading […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) launches into the first week of its 24th edition with a host of great deals on offer as part of the DSS Daily Surprises promotion, with shoppers invited to make the most of the super limited time deals. From 2 to 9 July, residents and visitors can explore exclusive, one-day-only offers on […]

As Dubai marks a year since reopening its borders to international tourists on 7 July 2020, the latest data published by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) shows the city welcomed 3.7 million overnight visitors during the 11-month period from July 2020 to May 2021. The positive performance reinforces the leading role […]

In line with the celebrations of the UAE’s 50th anniversary and Dubai’s preparations to host Expo 2020, the largest international exhibition in the world where Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is the Official Cultural Supporter, the Authority announced its partnership with Bulgari Group, the leading Italian brand in the world of jewelry and […]

The Dubai free zone DMCC has welcomed 1,230 new member companies in the first half of 2021, the best 6-month performance since 2013. This builds on free zone’s strong performance in 2020, during which it attracted 2,025 new businesses supported by DMCC’s relief packages offered during the global pandemic. “We have carried over the record-breaking […]

His Highness Sheikh Hasher Bin Maktoum Al Maktoum, Director General of Dubai Department of Information officially inaugurated the 20th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference & Exhibition ‘Dubai Derma’, the leading event in the Middle East, Africa Market, and beyond, earlier today at the Dubai World Trade Center. The leading event is set […]

Ahmed Mohamed Al Naqbi, CEO of Emirates Development Bank (EDB), today rang Nasdaq Dubai’s market-opening bell to celebrate the listing of a US$750 million bond. The listing announcement event was attended by Hamed Ali, CEO of Nasdaq Dubai and Deputy CEO of Dubai Financial Market (DFM), as well as senior executives from both sides. Al […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed an initiative for recognising taxi drivers who demonstrated high levels of social responsibility during the outbreak of Covid-19. RTA selected drivers who worked extra hours during the period of the pandemic for displaying their names on the yellow signs on top of taxis. In this regard, RTA […]

Emirates Holidays customers visiting Dubai who want to jump straight into their long-awaited stay, and Dubai residents seeking to expedite their return journey for stress-free travel can now upgrade their airport experience and have their arrivals and departures taken care of with newly introduced packages. With one more thing taken off their plate, Emirates Holidays […]

RewirEd, the first of its kind global platform that seeks to reimagine the future of education, is set to host its flagship global education summit (RewirEd Summit) from 12 – 14 December 2021, during the Knowledge and Learning Week at Expo 2020 Dubai. Led by Dubai Cares, in partnership with Expo 2020 Dubai and in […]

In celebration of World Sea Turtle Day which falls on June 16th, the Environment Agency – Abu Dhabi (EAD) launched a large and diverse group of previously rescued turtles back into Abu Dhabi’s waters via the beach at Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas, so they may return to their natural habitats. The released group came […]

Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated destination and part of Al-Futtaim Group have partnered with Udrive, the first car–sharing provider in the Middle East, providing pay-per-minute car rental services. With the plan of extending to further locations in the destination and being available to the entire community, the affordable service will cater to […]

Holidays by flydubai is offering attractive packages for the upcoming Eid holiday. The special offers to the Maldives, Santorini, Tbilisi, Trabzon, Yerevan and Zanzibar start from AED 1,425 per person which includes flights, hotel stay and breakfast. The packages are available for booking by 10 July 2021 and for travel between 16 July and 24 […]

The fifth edition of the Women in Aviation (WIA) Middle East Chapter’s General Assembly, held as a co-located event of the 20th edition of the Airport Show at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), has awarded scholarships worth over US$50,000 and honoured women who are helping the aviation industry gain gender diversity. For the first time, […]

As per the agreement, both organizations will foster mutual cooperation for the advancement of their members and the accounting and tax profession within the UAE. The agreement also includes the sharing of information between the two bodies with a priority of technical knowledge and professional development. Both parties will work together to ensure continued training […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading international financial hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region has announced new Intellectual Property Regulations (IP Regulations) with effect from 5 July 2021. The introduction of the regulations reflects the Centre’s continuing commitment to maintaining a transparent and robust legal and regulatory framework aligned […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) launches into the first week of its 24th edition with a host of great deals on offer as part of the DSS Daily Surprises promotion, with shoppers invited to make the most of the super limited time deals. From 2 to 9 July, residents and visitors can explore exclusive, one-day-only offers on […]

ENOC Group has renewed its agreement with Meisheng Investment Development Co. Ltd for another five years, for the exclusive supply and distribution of ENOC Lubricant products in China. The agreement enables ENOC to achieve its ambitious plans of distributing more than 20 million litres of products over the next five years; meeting the increasing demand […]

The Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), has announced its second successive Summer Training Programme for students between the ages of 16-19. The distance learning online programme of Medyaf aims to increase Emiratisation within the tourism industry and provides students with relevant information and skills […]

Gulf Photo Plus is pleased to announce the opening of Chemistry of Feeling, our 2021 Community Exhibition which celebrates analog photography. Opening on Monday, 12 July at 7pm at Gulf Photo Plus, the exhibition is the result of a global open call, which attracted nearly 800 submissions from over 50 countries across 5 continents. With […]

The Emirates Dubai 7s have today announced a partnership with Zurich International Life ahead of the 2021 festival. Zurich International Life will become a ‘presenting partner’ of the festival, activating its partnership via the new sporting pillar of Cricket. Cricket will join the founding sport of Rugby 7s and the more recent addition of Netball […]

Emirates has re-opened its dedicated First Class Lounge at Dubai International (DXB’s) Concourse B to serve the growing volume of premium customers travelling from and through Emirates’ hub, as more markets around the world ease restrictions and put in place protocols that enable international travel. Emirates will also continue to operate its Business Class Lounge […]

Celebrating over 15 years of partnership and success, Coffee Planet, Dubai’s leading home-grown coffee roastery,is launching a new range of to-go coffees with ZOOM – the region’s largest network of convenience stores. ZOOM Coffee – powered by Coffee Planet is launching across 125 ZOOM stores at ENOC fuel stations and standalone retail locations by the end […]

Dubai’s leading holiday lets provider, Deluxe Holiday Homes, is thrilled to report a record-breaking increase of 150% in its property portfolio despite the pandemic travel lull, growing from 100 to 250+ properties in the last twelve months. The boutique agency, which provides accommodations ranging from stylish city apartments to luxury beachside villas and family homes […]

Emirates has announced the launch of Emirates Pay, a new account-based payment method for purchasing air tickets. Emirates Pay is now available for Emirates customers in Germany and the UK who are purchasing tickets via emirates.com. Emirates is the world’s first airline to launch this payment alternative powered by a white-label solution jointly developed by […]

Tea is timeless. Known as the calming yin to everyone’s yang, tea drinkers benefit from a moment of tranquillity while savouring the essence of a full-bodied, refined blend. In perfect harmony, Newby Teas is now opening its first-ever luxury tea boutique in the region, elegantly spread over 300 sqft and situated within the picturesque Park Hyatt Dubai. Opening this July, you’ll be […]

A podcast is an episodic series of spoken word digital audio files that a user can download to a personal device for easy listening. Podcasting allows brands to communicate to a captive audience. With lifestyle on-the-go, the power to have the podcasting on demand allows companies and brands tell their story anywhere at any time, which helps to establish authority […]

According to Ericsson Mobility Report, “the level of stress caused by mobile speed delays is similar to that of watching a horror movie or solving a math problem and greater than standing at the edge of a virtual cliff”. Your website is the face of your business to the online world. Just like the accessibility […]

An enormous iridescent, oil drill-shaped sculpture by Kuwaiti artist Monira Al Qadiri has launched Expo 2020 Dubai’s Public Art Programme, which brings together 11 leading artists from the UAE, the region and the world. Alongside Al Qadiri, the commissioned artists are Hamra Abbas, Afra Al Dhaheri, Shaikha Al Mazrou, Abdullah Al Saadi, Asma Belhamar, Olafur […]

Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is holding a variety of workshops and lectures within the July Visual Arts Programme in cooperation with Akaas Visual Arts and under the supervision of a group of artists and specialists in the arts of Arabic calligraphy, abstraction and photography. The Authority invites talents from amateurs and professionals […]

Following the success of their first collection, Naksha, a homegrown food concept that works with chefs and artists around the world to create affordably priced gourmet recipe kits inspired by exotic countries, has just launched its CaribbeanCollection in collaboration with Moreish by K, one of Dubai’s most popular “supper club” chefs. The kits allow people […]

As restrictions ease and countries open up for international travel, airlines gradually expand their operations and network globally. The summer of 2021 is expected to be busy at Dubai International (DXB) and the dnata team are prepared to deliver a seamless journey for everyone travelling to or transiting through the world’s number one airport for […]

Deyaar Development PJSC (“Deyaar”), one of Dubai’s leading property developers and real estate service providers, today announced the launch of Regalia, a AED 1bn luxury skyscraper in Business Bay offering a smart and high-end urban lifestyle embodied by royalty and distinction. Regalia will be the tallest tower Deyaar has ever built. The 70-storey premium residential […]

Yalla! Mart, a new online grocery delivery platform, has launched in Dubai’s JLT neighbourhood and is now expanding into other areas in Dubai. It offers residents and visitors lightning fast grocery deliveries, making it the fastest online grocery delivery service in the city. Rather than delivering orders via local supermarkets or grocery stores, Yalla! Mart […]

A total of 2,020 real estate and properties transactions were valued at AED 4.5 billion in total during the week ending 01 July 2021, according to Dubai Land Department (DLD). The DLD weekly report said 119 plots were sold for AED 845.1 million, 1,321 apartments and villas were sold for AED 2.25 billion. It noted […]

The creators of the feature film “CHAMPIONS” have today announced its forthcoming September 2021 release across the GCC. The 90’ minute uplifting comedy, produced by Oscar-winning producer Andrés Vicente Gómez and directed by Manuel Calvo, tells the story of Khaled, the assistant coach of a top Saudi Arabian football team. One day, after a stressful […]

As demand for summer travel kicks into high gear, Emirates customers have more to look forward to with popular destinations in Europe opening up for quarantine-free travel. Germany, Austria and Switzerland have opened their doors for tourism, and Emirates is gearing up to help more UAE travellers get the most out of their summer holidays […]

Worldwide leader in travel retail, Travelport, and one of the world’s largest international airlines, Emirates, today announced they have reached a commercial agreement that will allow Travelport-connected travel agencies to avoid the airline’s surcharge on bookings via Global Distribution Systems (GDS) that will be introduced from 01 July 2021. Furthermore, the companies announced a new long-term […]

Dubai’s highly anticipated annual shopping festival, Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is back with a bang and what better way to celebrate than visiting Dubai Festival City Mall, part of Al-Futtaim Malls for the opening. In partnership with Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (DTCM), the major shopping, dining, entertainment, and retail destination will be launching […]

Dubai Economy has honored Samsung Gulf Electronics with the coveted Dubai Quality Global Awards2021 at the annual Business Excellence Awards that recognized the brand for maintaining the highest professional standards in organizational practices and performance. Samsung Gulf Electronics was announced the category winner in the 2020 cycle of the Business Excellence Awards having exceeded the […]

The British Council has launched its popular Summer School programme that helps parents from across UAE give their children the confidence and tools to succeed in an evolving world. The programme has been created to excite children to learn rather than spend complete hours in front of a screen. The coursesspark children’s imagination, so they […]

DP World announces the acquisition of 100 per cent of syncreon for an enterprise value of US$1.2 billion. This transaction is subject to customary completion conditions and is expected to close in 2H2021. syncreon is a US based global logistics provider that specializes in the design and operation of complex supply chains for the high […]

Israel’s highest-ranking diplomat, Yair Lapid, arrived in the United Arab Emirates yesterday, marking the first official visit by an Israeli minister to the Gulf state. The Israeli Alternate Prime Minister and Foreign Minister who was sworn in on June 13th 2021, is being hosted by UAE Foreign Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed al-Nahyan from June […]

Enjoy a staycation season like no other with super value deals available for one day only as part of the first-ever Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS)  24 Hour Flash Sale – Hotels Edition! From 10am on 1 July to 10am on 2 July, residents and visitors can discover extra-special hotel offers including amazing getaways, promotional room […]

The opening day celebrations for the latest edition of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) will officially launch 10 weeks filled with the very best sales, promotions, family fun, dining offers and entertainment across the city. Taking place from 1 July to 4 September, the 24th DSS will celebrate everything that makes Dubai the number one summer […]

I caught up this week with Aparna Bajpai on Zoom. She is the founder of BeingShe, a platform for encouraging women to realize their potential and live the life of their dreams. Aparna’s life story is an inspiration for all women out there who are going through an identity crisis. Here is her story. Aparna […]

Emirates is expecting more than 450,000 passengers to travel from, to and through Terminal 3 at Dubai International Airport over the course of the next two weekends on over 1,600 flights. The busiest days for the airline will be the next two weekends, 2-3 July and 9-10 July, although high passenger traffic is expected to […]

H.H. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has inaugurated Infinity des Lumières, the GCC’s largest immersive digital art centre. Representing a new era of modern immersive art, the establishment of the centre further enhances Dubai’s position as the city of the future. The inauguration […]

”Economy has priority in the next stage, and we must mobilise all our creative minds and our exceptional efforts to catapult Dubai’s economy to new heights,” said His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, during a meeting on Tuesday with the Board of Directors of Dubai […]

Within one month from launch the digital crowdfunding platform supported an entrepreneurial initiative to raise 100% capital required Dubai Next, the first official crowdfunding platform in Dubai launched last month by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, has achieved a remarkable […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC)together with The BIG 5 have recently hosted a webinar entitled “The role of diversity and inclusion in transforming the construction industry”. The online event is the latest in a series of webinars held by the DBWC to discuss pressing topics, motivate women to engage in various economic sectors, accelerate […]

Euronews, one of the world’s leading new platforms, has hailed Dubai’s leadership and Dubai Sports Council for their “active approach to fitness” through the pandemic. Describing Dubai as one of the fittest cities in the world, Euronews featured Dubai’s sports and fitness industry in their latest edition of Focus – a program that focuses on […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) invites local and international firms to apply to join the next cohort for its Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) Programme. The cohort will be open to applicants from 1st to 31st July. Successful cohort applicants will be invited to apply to enter the DFSA’s Innovation Testing Licence (ITL) Programme. Launched […]

Gulf Capital and MEED have today revealed the agenda / plan for the 2021 edition of their Gulf Capital SME Insights programme. The series of activities curated by Gulf Capital and MEED, now in the tenth year of partnership, aims to help SMEs plan and mobilise sustainable, safe practices and look forward to a decade […]

BHM Capital Financial Services PSC (formerly known as BH Mubasher), one of the leading companies in the UAE financial markets, has been appointed as a Liquidity Provider for the newly listed ‘The Bitcoin Fund’ of Canada’s3iQ in Dubai. The world’s first regulated Bitcoin fund has been listed on the Nasdaq Dubai under the trading symbol: […]

Growing momentum behind Dubai’s digital economy is expected to modernise the emirate’s key sectors and support the development of emerging industries, according to public and private sector stakeholders speaking today at the Future Growth Forum in Dubai. The high-level forum, organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and hosted at the Dubai World Trade […]

The Dubai Association Conference will return for its third edition on 21 February 2022, with a series of events in the lead up to maximise its impact and create platforms for associations as they explore the future of the sector. The conference will once again be hosted under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has been recognised by the Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) for providing world-class guest services and experiences, winning the ‘Best Service Performance Brand Award 2021’ in hospitality and entertainment category. The announcement was made during a highly anticipated annual […]

Azizi Developments, Dubai’s leading private developer, has just announced the addition of a gigantic crystal lagoon, akin to a massive swimming pool that is over 2.7 km in length covering an area of more than 130,026 sq. m, that will stretch across the entirety of its Riviera development in MBR City. With stunning blue flooring, […]

Emirates, one of the first global airlines to pilot the IATA Travel Pass in April, now offers the IATA Travel Pass solution to customers flying to 10 cities and plans to extend it to all routes across its network in the coming weeks. In addition, Emirates has also partnered with Alhosn, the official UAE app […]

Dubai Foundation for Women and Children announced its partnership with L’Oréal Fund for Women to launch the “IsolationBuilding” project, with an aim to protect the beneficiaries and faculty to ensure the continuity of its services with high safety measures. Through this pioneering project, new residents will be placed upon arrival in the isolation building during […]

The sale of homes priced at over USD 10 million has risen sharply in Dubai, according to global property consultants, Knight Frank. Faisal Durrani, Head of Middle East Research at Knight Frank explained, “The uber luxury end of the market is a terrific barometer for general market sentiment. And in Dubai, we appear to be in […]

Another edition of the Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) is finally here! Back for its 24th year, the annual retail celebration will feature 10 weeks of sensational shopping, food, fun and festivities, super promotions, epic giveaways and fountain shows plus much more with daily activities taking place across the city from 1 July to 4 September. […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) announced the launch of “Hayak” program, especially designed for employees from the companies operating at DAFZA and the first of its kind program across free zones in the emirate of Dubai. The new program provides its members with various offers and services from a group of partners and prestigious brands […]

Dubai SME, the agency of Dubai Economy mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, in association with the American University in Dubai (AUD), has added a new business incubator to its expanding network of certified business incubators and accelerators. The new incubator at AUD embodies the vision laid down in the 50 […]

To mark UN Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Day and the vital role that they play in post-pandemic recovery , Emirates is empowering small and medium sized enterprises to get back into the skies and turn their travel budgets into rewards by debuting a Business Rewards incentive for new members who sign up for the programme. Small […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the leading global financial centre and the top innovation hub in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region,announces that China Export and Credit Insurance Corporation, SINOSURE, has chosen DIFC as the location for its first office in the Middle East. SINOSURE is a state-funded and policy-oriented insurance company […]

For those wishing to add more plant power to their meals or those who are already 100% vegan, FreshToHome (FTH) is now offering a variety of vegan food products to satiate appetites. FTH’s wealth of plant-based products includes ready-to-cook meals, traditional Mediterranean favourites, the popular vegan meat range from Future Farms and of course farm […]

Automechanika Dubai, the Middle East and Africa’s largest international automotive aftermarket trade show, has announced it will host the inaugural Automechanika Dubai Awards to recognise and award the top talent and highest performing organisations in the sector. Nineteen awards across three distinct categories –Service Providers, People and Products and Training – will be announced on […]

Dubai Economy is set announce the winners of the 27th Business Excellence Awards(BEA) in an online ceremony to be held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, on the 28th of June 2021. The prestigious awards, which recognise […]

The Department of Community Development in Abu Dhabi (DCD) has launched, in cooperation with the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), an awareness campaign entitled “Listen First” which aims to increase awareness among community members in general and families in particular of the need to listen to children from early childhood to age […]

The activities of the ‘Dubai World Dental Meeting’‘DWDM’have officially kicked off today, and will run until June 28thatthe Novotel Hotel in Dubai. The meeting includes workshops that highlight the most pressing topics in the field of dentistry such as dental implants, dental restoration, cosmetic dentistry and the latest methods and techniques applied in dental treatment. […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) supports the design of the urban environment, and the people of Dubai, and the empowerment of People of Determination to become more productive and effective. This is done by providing its Customers and Employees of Determination with easy access to its services, buildings, and facilities, including its Customer Happiness […]

WOODArt by RBIC Group will open its doors for an incredible night of artistic experiences—hosting home décor fans, artists, and interior designers to showcase its customized bespoke upscale wood furniture pieces. Bringing a new light to the artisanal craftsmanship, WOODArt is a new emerging one-stop shop of modern natural wooden furniture opening its first-ever showroom at […]

With summer in Dubai in full swing, the city’s unique indoor attractions are welcoming residents and visitors with comprehensive safety and precautionary measures firmly in place. Dubai offers a plethora of varied fun and cultural experiences, ensuring there are plenty of ways to keep the little ones cool and the whole family engaged during their […]

An immersive visual spectacle with world-class entertainment unlike anything seen before; The Theater Dubai is set to change the face of nightlife in the Middle East. Directed by the Middle East’s very own showman, Lebanese-Armenian musician, composer and pianist, Guy Manoukian, The Theater Dubai promises an unparalleled experience with a lineup of dynamic shows that […]

DIFC FinTech Hive, the first and largest financial technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, has been named one of ‘World’s Best Innovation Labs’ by Global Finance for 2021. Now in its fourth year, the annual report on the leading players and emerging trends in FinTech innovation is one of […]

Marking 100 days to go until the whole world gathers in one place, Expo 2020 Dubai is using its cutting-edge projection and display technology to light up Al Wasl dome. With excitement building for the first World Expo to take place in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, more than 250 laser […]

With the aim to provide the most memorable experience to the driving and racing community in the UAE, Dubai Autodrome, the country’s first fully integrated multi-purpose motorsport and entertainment facility, welcomed the summer season with newly designed activities for car lovers. These aim to cater to all, whether they are avid racing fans, casual car […]

Stemming from its cultural responsibility to build generations on knowledge, science and culture, and make them an integral part of society in the future, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is cooperating with the young Emirati writer Dubai Abulhoul to donate a set of her children stories to Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital (Al […]

The Dubai Expo 2020 is scheduled for October 2021 and is likely to attract over 25 million visits. Gearing up to make this event a success, Pixcom Group of Companies has installed LED digital signages across new metro stations enroute 2020. Signages Complement the Modern Dubai Metro Stations. Pixcom has successfully implemented the LED digital […]

I got to know Mélanie at the recently concluded, Women Leadership Summit where she was one of the panelists on the ‘Empowered Women Empower Women’ panel discussion. Mélanie is an Executive Coach, Leadership Facilitator, and Emotional intelligence master. As a Coach, she is working with individuals on defining their purpose and drivers to work on […]

Global Village continues to thrive from a solid foundation of international friendship and collaboration. As the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment looks to the future, it renews its commitment to ongoing partnership ecosystem growth. Today, Global Village announced that an exclusive deal with ASM Global, the world’s […]

Dubai took a major step in its efforts to further enhance safe international travel while accelerating the recovery of the travel sector on Tuesday (June 22) with the official opening of one of the world’s largest and most modern inhouse airport labs for processing of COVID-19 RT PCR tests at Dubai International (DXB). The outcome […]

The challenges posed by the spread of Covid-19 pandemic have shown the incessant need to digital shifts in customs services and procedures to better serve global travel, trade and supply chains, according to Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, Director General of Dubai Customs. He made the remarks at a virtual ceremony on the launch of Dubai Customs’ […]

Following the launch of DIFC Innovation Hub, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has successfully concluded a full month dedicated to innovation which ran until22 June 2021. The Innovation Month at DIFCbroughttogether industry players to discuss trends, opportunities and challenges, and provided a platform for companies to launch new products and initiatives. As the region’s leading […]

For those wishing to add more plant power to their meals or those who are already 100% vegan, FreshToHome (FTH) is now offering a variety of vegan food products to satiate appetites. FTH’s wealth of plant-based products includes ready-to-cook meals, traditional Mediterranean favourites, the popular vegan meat range from Future Farms and of course farm […]

Dubai’s first private dining restaurant Just Vegan Jumeirah has partnered up with Dubai’s first Vegan Community , Vegan Dubai  to host an ice-breaking vegan community meetup on Friday, 25th June from 12noon-2pm.    Everyone who supports vegan lifestyle is welcome to be a part of this interesting event promoting the vegan lifestyle.     The event is being hosted with an […]

Private Cabana Experience, Bab Al Shams Desert Resort Located among the majestic dunes, Bab Al Shams’ Private Cabana Experience is just what you need to escape the heat. Priced at AED 1000 for two people, the experience includes access to a private cabana, family and kid’s pool. Making it all more enticing is their delish […]

Sports fans won’t have to worry about missing the action when they fly with Emirates this summer, whether they are following the rescheduled 2020 Summer Olympics, UEFA Euro 2020, or other top sports and leagues such as Wimbledon 2021, the British Open, the NBA finals, the PGA tour, MotoGP and more. The Sport 24 and […]

To ensure safe and secure payment transactions, Emirates Post has advised customers to only use the company’s official website emiratespost.ae and mobile application when making online payments for shipments and retail products. The reminder comes as part of its ongoing efforts to protect customers from accessing unauthorized payment gateways posed by fraudulent online schemes. It warned […]

Today, Merlin Entertainments Ltd (Merlin), the second largest attraction operator in the world, has officially announced the opening of the world-famous wax attraction, Madame Tussauds in Dubai, located within the popular island destination Bluewaters. It has been one of the most talked about and highly anticipated attractions to come to the UAE, and the wait […]

In continuation of its efforts to embody the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and implement the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council of […]

His Excellency Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of Dubai Sports Council, received Real Madrid star Marcelo, at the Council’s headquarters on Monday, in the presence of Nasser Aman Al Rahma, Assistant Secretary General of the Council. The Brazilian, who has captained both his national team and Spanish powerhouses Real, discussed several projects and initiatives at the […]

Launched during the Covid-19 pandemic, Bar-Enthusiast is one of the largest bar equipment e-commerce store in the UAE, offering more than 200 products that have been carefully selected by Founder, Urvashi Deshpande. Urvashi Deshpande came up with this concept mid-pandemic to be a one-stop shop for individuals looking to add some unique and novelty items […]

For those looking to rekindle their love for literature and the reading experience, look no further as Festival Plaza, part of Al-Futtaim Malls is excited to announce the fourth installment of its free-to-attend book club on Saturday 26th June at KARE. Held on the last Saturday of each month from 10:30am, the Festival Plaza, Jebel […]

Emirates is making it easier for UAE travelers eager to reconnect to their favorite destinations with special fares and more flights to over 30 cities, quarantine free. Emirates is bringing back even more destinations, doubling down on flights to popular cities and providing customers more opportunities to experience the A380, so they can kick off […]

This week the veterans at THREE Coffee have gone down to the land of volcanoes in tropical Central America, to bring you ‘El Salvador Spice Up!’ A coffee that has notes of florals, Arabic spices, tropical fruit, and cola. Staying true to the three main pillars of THREE Coffee, a homegrown specialty coffee roaster that […]

The award-winning ShuiQi Spa & Fitness at Atlantis, The Palm is relaunching its Total Body Workout (TBW) fitness programme with one, three, six and 12-month membership options available. Get your winter body ready with one-on-one training at the state-of-the-art fitness centre, soak up the sun at the Royal Pool, or get some ‘me time’ with a relaxing 60-minute deep muscle massage. […]

The inaugural Emirates Amateur Golf League (EAGL) Mini-Series event at Jumeirah Golf Estates proved a roaring success as the Worldwide Golf sponsored MENA Golfers team put in an imperious display to take top honours with a clean sweep of victories over the Fire course. The first of its kind series aims to give amateur golfers […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) has launched a new video series that showcases the impactful ways in which it will connect local and global business communities at Expo 2020 Dubai. The “En Route To The Expo” series focuses on business leaders from the UAE, sharing their thoughts on what they are expecting […]

DIFC FinTech Hiveannounces that the third edition of its popular FinTech Hive AccelerateHer programme will more than double in size this year, supporting up to 40 female participants in total, compared with 14 last year. For the first time, AccelerateHer will run in two cohorts through a hybrid programme structure combining both virtual and in-person […]

Arabian Automobiles, the flagship company of the AW Rostamani Group and the exclusive distributor for Nissan in Dubai, Sharjah and the Northern Emirates, launched its new Nissan Retail Concept (NRC) service center, presenting upgraded customer services within a globally consistent brand experience. Located on Dubai’s Sheikh Zayed Road, the new facility was inaugurated last week […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia is excited to announce that Ski Dubai will host the world’s first indoor edition of Red BullJump & Freeze in partnership with Dubai Sports Council on Friday, 09 July. The unique competition will see 20 teams […]

Dubai Airports has announced that it will reopen Dubai’s International’s Terminal 1 and Concourse D on 24th June. The facilities were closed on 25th March 2020 following the partial suspension of operations at DXB to control the spread of COVID-19. Welcoming the reopening of Terminal 1 as an important step in preparing to accommodate the […]

Remote working’s on the rise, and you can literally work from anywhere. What better way to work from ‘home’ than this ideal workspace set up with all the modern-day essentials and friendly staff. Common Grounds DIFC, JLT and Tom & Serg are part of the Letswork program, offering 10% off food and beverage and unlimited […]

H.E. Fahad Ahmed Alraeesi CEO of DGW, met with a delegation from the Dubai Club for People of Determination led by H.E. Majid Abdullah Alusaimi, Executive  Director at the Dubai Club for People of Determination, to discuss its key initiatives on vehicle maintenance. During the meeting, DGW talked about its various services which meet the […]

H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, ordered the construction of a cycling track extending 16 km alongside Jumeirah Beach. The new track will connect the existing Jumeirah Street cycling track parallel to the Dubai Water Canal with the existing cycling track alongside […]

The Supreme Committee of Crisis and Disaster Management in Dubai, headed by H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, announced updates to Dubai’s travel protocols for inbound passengers from South Africa, Nigeria and India, effective from Wednesday 23rd June, 2021. The updates are part of the Committee’s keenness to protect passengers and ease […]

Dubai’s first private dining vegan restaurant, Just Vegan Jumeirah, is calling out all yogis and sustainable living patrons to join the complementary yoga class on Monday,  21st June, 2021.   There will be two free to attend Vinyasa yoga classes at 8am and 9am followed by a delicious and nutritious vegan breakfast.    The class will be […]

Under the leadership and directives of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), and based on the country’s first-of-its-kind statistical study that showcases the reality of CreativeEconomy in Dubai — conducted by the Authority in cooperation with Dubai Statistics Center — Hala Badri, […]

Exactly five months after the launch announcement, the Emirates Amateur Golf League (EAGL)will showcase its ground-breaking concept with its ‘Mini-Series’9-hole event on the Fire course at Jumeirah Golf Estates on Sunday, June 20th. Many of the region’s decision-makers from the golf and business industries, all of them serious amateur golfers, are set to go head-to-head […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is participating at Expo 2020 Dubai with a large pavilion, characterised by a contemporary design that aligns with DEWA’s role as the Official Sustainable Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, which will be organised for the first time in the Middle East and Africa from 1 October 2021 to […]

DP World, UAE Region’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza)witnessed a 12 per cent growth in its healthcare and pharmaceuticals customer base between 2019-2020. To showcase their commitment to promote the growth of healthcare and pharmaceutical companies, DP World, UAE Region and Jafza will participate in Arab Health 2021, one of the leading medical equipment exhibitions […]

Expo 2020 Dubai has reaffirmed its commitment to gender equality and women’s empowerment, unveiling creative content and programming for the Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier, which will celebrate women change-makers around the globe. Taking place in Dubai from 1st October, 2021, to 31st March, 2022, the first World Expo to be held in the […]

Emirates is ramping up its operations and expanding services across its network to meet strong leisure travel demand over the summer, as entry restrictions ease for travellers. The airline has been gradually and safely rebuilding its route network and advancing its strategy to optimise its presence in key markets to serve leisure and growing business […]

Home to the best big-match football atmosphere, Football Village JBR at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach has launched an unmissable offer for Father’s Day, treating Dads to a FREE drink on Sunday 20th and Monday 21st June. To celebrate Father’s Day, Dads can escape with friends to catch the Euro 2020 action, receiving a […]

Virtual events and webinars allow participants to ‘zone out’ more easily because they are already on the computers and attention is simply a click away. How can you keep people engaged during video conferences and online events when concentration is at a premium? You can build virtual events that are more than just participants observing […]

flydubai, the Dubai based airline, has announced the start of a twice-weekly service to Ankara Esenboga International Airport (ESB) from 29 July. Ankara will become flydubai’s second destination in Turkey after Istanbul (IST) which is currently served with a daily flight. flydubai also added two destinations in Turkey to its seasonal summer schedule. The carrier […]

dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, opened an advanced maintenance facility at Dubai International (DXB) to specifically focus on the maintenance of airside passenger buses. The 5,000 square meter workshop is equipped with new equipment and technology that will ensure continuous improvements in the safe and productive maintenance of the DXB bus […]

Dubai is fast becoming a hub for fitness, with a vast amount of choice when it comes to studios. Virtual workouts have served us well over the last year, however there’s nothing like the endorphin rush of the real thing.  Whether you’re looking to diversify your workout regime, find a new way to sweat or […]

Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD), one of the leading banks in the UAE, and Network International, the leading enabler of digital commerce in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region, have recently signed an agreement to provide Network International’s merchant clients with a pre-approved business loan against their Point of Sale Receivables. The agreement was […]

As a unique city located at the crossroads of the East and the West, the diversity of offerings is what makes Dubai a must-visit destination. From heritage to entertainment, outdoor adventures to beach activities and family attractions to shopping, visitors to the city have so much to look forward to. The gastronomy experience goes beyond […]

As part of my ongoing series of interviews with UAE-based entrepreneurs, I met with Laura this morning. Her story is inspiring because she gave up being a part of a thriving family business to travel on a path less traveled! Armed with a degree in Business from Bucharest, Romania she came to Abu Dhabi and […]

Expo 2020 Dubai and the United Nations Global Compact are joining forces to hold a Sustainable Development Goals Business Forum during Expo’s Global Goals Week (16-22 January 2022), to unite businesses and spur further action towards a sustainable and inclusive future. Announced today at this year’s UN Global Compact Leaders Summit, the collaboration reflects a […]

Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism), in cooperation with Dubai Entrepreneurship Academy (DAE), the educational arm of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (SME), have launched the “Medyaf Entrepreneurship’programme, an initiative that aims to support future Emirati entrepreneurs, as […]

Dubai Sports Council has announced a brand new initiative, “Sports Summer”, which will keep UAE’s sports enthusiasts busy through the sweltering summer months with a calendar of more than 120 events across 27 different sports, starting June 18 through to August 31. The announcement was made at a press conference in Dubai Sports Council on […]

As a unique city located at the crossroads of the East and the West, the diversity of offerings is what makes Dubai a must-visit destination. From heritage to entertainment, outdoor adventures to beach activities, and family attractions to shopping, visitors to the city have so much to look forward to. Making the Dubai experience even […]

Central Park Towers, the largest single-owned office development within DIFC Free Zone has announced the signing of 21new lease agreements in 2020. It has signed more than 110,450 square feet in accumulative lease transactions. The mixed development property continues to grow year after yearasDubai International Financial Centre’s (DIFC) most desirable location for businesses due to […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced that it has partnered with Alhosn, the official UAE app for contact tracing and health testing related to COVID-19, to provide passengers with digital verification of COVID-19 medical records while travelling from the UAE. flydubai becomes the first airline to partner with Alhosn to offer this service to its […]

With the UEFA Euro2020 Championships firmly under way, Palm Jumeirah celebrates the highly anticipated event with live viewings and exciting F&B offers at Club Vista Mare, The Pointe and Palm West Beach. Visitors can enjoy all the action across various outlets at the three destinations with a promise of an exciting ambiance, international cuisines and […]

The 20th edition of Dubai World Dermatology and Laser Conference & Exhibition, the leading event in the Middle East, Africa Market, and beyond, is set to take place from 6 – 8 July 2021 at the Dubai World Trade Center. This year, Dubai Derma will feature various scientific lectures, courses and workshops presented by some […]

France Pavilion at Expo 2020 is delighted to announce Chalhoub Group as a Thematic partner. From 5 November to 6 December 2021, the Group will present a temporary exhibition on the French art de vivre – a theme which has a very special place in Chalhoub’s history, dating back to the opening of the first […]

Summer is here and with temperatures rising to what seems like a new high every day, staying hydrated is a must. Water is no doubt a hydrating drink but the lack of flavor poses a dilemma. The solution? Rubicon, the pioneer of exotic fruit juices, offers refreshing and flavorful beverages as a healthy way to […]

The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) at Dubai Land Department (DLD) has strengthened its efforts to ensure the sustainability of services for common areas in the emirate, in addition to improving the use of related buildings, by launching a series of technical workshops to address projects, experiences and models in Dubai, having succeeded in managing […]

flydubai, the Dubai based airline, has announced the start of daily flights to Warsaw (WAW) from 30 September. Warsaw will become flydubai’s second destination in Poland after Krakow (KRK) which currently operates with a twice weekly service. Ghaith Al Ghaith, Chief Executive Officer at flydubai, said: “we have been flying to Krakow in Poland since […]

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), in partnership with the Future Foresight and Decision-Making Support Center at Dubai Police, launched its latest report titled ‘Banking and Financial Services Sector Scenarios of Risks and Resilience’, which examines the risks of cybercrime and the potential implications for the banking and finance sector in Dubai. The publication is part of […]

As part of the General Secretariat of the Arab Journalism Award’s (AJA) annual meetings focused on strengthening ties with Arab media organisations, the Dubai Press Club (DPC)has commenced a series of virtual meetings with heads of prominent media organisations, editors-in-chief and representatives of national media bodies and press unions in the Arab world. The remotely organised […]

The Maldives is a country that has unparalleled scenery and beauty. It is considered an archipelagic state since it consists of multiple islands surrounded by the Indian Ocean. With the tourism sector considered key in the economic growth of the country, many world-class resorts have sprung up that have attracted tourists from various parts of […]

Dubai has quickly grown to become a tourist hotspot with a huge number of wild attractions and the buzzing city life that brings tourists and would-be residents too, with the release of the remote working visa over this past year to the number of people looking to travel to Dubai may only increase – much […]

The most successful play in UAE is back after two sold out runs ONE LAST TIME LIVE! Try thinking of how it would be to see “Life in Dubai” played out on stage. The same people, the same problems, the same context, and the same amazing stories – all with a dash of comedy! Tall […]

Global Village looks to the future with a clear vision for sustained success, keen to collaborate alongside aspirational business owners and explore new opportunities. The UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment has begun its preparations for Season 26, with strategic direction and the park’s long-standing traditions of creativity, […]

Emirates Group Security (EGS) and GMR Aviation Academy (GMRAA), two leading aviation training providers based in Dubai and India respectively, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote cooperation for the development and exchange of information, technical expertise, and experiences in aviation security. GMRAA is part of the GMR Group, India’s leading infrastructure development […]

On the evening of June 10th, Anghami got everyone in Dubai turning heads to the city’s iconic Burj Khalifa, singing and dancing to the rhythm of Coldplay’s newest release “Higher Power”. The freshly released music video is another incredible journey by the British rock band that transports its fans to a surreal world, as Coldplay’s […]

According to the recent McKinsey Global Survey of executives, companies have accelerated the digitization of their customer and supply-chain interactions and their internal operations by three to four years. Additionally, the share of digital or digitally enabled products in their portfolios has accelerated by seven years. As a consequence, data storage has become a key […]

Rahaf’s story is so compelling that it must be shared with a larger audience. I had the opportunity to connect with her on Zoom and was overwhelmed to hear how she is every day serving and supporting business leaders who are suffering from mental tensions, anxiety, and loss of self-esteem. It is a fact that […]

Short of physically visiting Austria on an exploratory mission the strikingly designed Austrian Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai will offer visitors the unique opportunity to experience the Central European country with all their senses when they step into the spectacularly shaped pavilion from October 1, 2021 to March 31, 2022. With the motto of ‘Austria […]

Intelak Hub, the region’s only start-up platform dedicated to the travel, tourism and aviation sectors, is inviting local, regional and international start-ups to apply for its new cohorts of programmes, commencing 13June 2021. Bringing together three distinct platforms – Intelak Incubator, Intelak Accelerator and the Intelak Idea Lab – the Intelak Hub is an importantenabler […]

Dubai’s economy has proved its resilience and ability to recover quickly from the global repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic by achieving high levels of external non-oil trade growth in Q1 2021. Dubai’s foreign trade this quarter touched AED354.4 billion growing 10% from AED323 billion in the corresponding period in 2020, and 5% compared to Q1 […]

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), the annual celebration of red-hot retail offers, exciting events and fun for the whole family, is set to return for its 24th edition. Taking place from 1 July to 4 September, this year’s DSS is an action-packed extravaganza of shopping and so much more that will thrill residents and visitors every […]

Dubai Sports Council organized a virtual workshop, titled “Positive Social Impact”, for supervisors and administrators of Dubai sports clubs as part of the second phase of the Council’s development program for Emirati personnel working at clubs and sports companies in the Emirate of Dubai. Organised in cooperation with the Community Development Authority of Dubai via […]

An exciting new social spot has arrived at the thriving Dubai Design District area and will soon open its doors in the creative neighborhood later this month. The Namepromises to offer a creative space for individuals to relax and refuel in a modern and bright new space. Combining a concept store and aresto cafe, offering […]

Dubai Economy and the Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) recently hosted a webinar to highlight the packages of incentives, services, and benefits that can support all UAE-based businesswomen and entrepreneurs.The webinar was part of the monthly ‘Market Dialogue’ series being conducted by Dubai Economy to provide an open platform to discuss various topics of interest […]

Dubai’s property market is set for a shake-up with the announcement of a limited number of luxury apartments at the foot of The Palm Jumeirah coming onto the market, after a pre-launch early in the year that set the city abuzz. Offering commanding 180-degree views of the ocean and The Palm Jumeirah, Palm View is […]

Graduation season is in full flow and Mister Baker is celebrating the class of 2021 with a new series of graduation cakes available across their 20 locations in the UAE. For little ones moving on from primary school to the not so little ones graduating high school or getting their college degree, nothing says you […]

As the warmer weather starts to approach, and the recovery of the tourism industry is progressing with the restart of activities and events in the city, all with stringent precautionary measures in place, now is the time tokeep cool and head to a host of unique indoor attractions and destinations across the emirate.With a wealth […]

The UAE Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure has revealed that the UAE Maritime Week, with its flagship event, Seatrade Maritime Middle East, will be held at Dubai Exhibition Centre at Expo 2020 Dubai, from 12-16 December 2021. The UAE Maritime Week, which is organised by Seatrade Maritime, part of Informa Markets, aims to connect maritime […]

Kcal, one of the pioneers on healthy eating in the region, is planning to slide into your summer days with its ultra-refreshing drinks to keep you hydrated this summer. The company aims to revolutionise your health and wellness to reach your fitness goals by giving importance to what you eat and drink. The home-grown, health-focused […]

Global Wellness Day, set to take place on June 12th, is a dedicated day to practice healthy activities and habits that help to ground the soul and relax. Spending a few hours to unwind and de-stress at the spa is the ideal way to make some quality time for yourself. Coya Spa and Salon provides […]

Dubai is home to some of the world’s most exceptional spas and wellness experiences offering innovative treatments for the mind, body and soul, fromcrystal therapies to sunset yoga, and even meditative equine experiences. To celebrate Global Wellness Day on 12 June, take a tour and experience some of the city’s most renowned hotels and wellness […]

Emirates has announced it will resume three weekly services to Malta via Larnaca, Cyprus, from 14 July 2021, further expanding its European network to 34 destinations, and offering customers worldwide more travel choices and enhanced connectivity via Dubai. With a successful vaccination programme and an overall decrease in daily COVID-19 cases in the country, Malta […]

The best thing that I love about my job is that I get to meet incredible entrepreneurs, whether it is in real life or on Zoom! I caught up with the effervescent Sally this morning and I am still trying to figure out how she could have achieved so much in so little time. Here […]

Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of DubaiHisHighness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum today issued directives to reduce government procedures for doing business by 30%. The move is part of efforts to reduce the cost of doing business and further boost economic growth in the emirateas part of […]

Contributing content to another person’s or brand’s website or blog is known as guest posting. Guest blogging is another name for this digital marketing activity. To promote their marketing, PR, and SEO objectives, the writer contributes content to a website that does not belong to them or any of their businesses. Guest Blogging’s Advantages If […]

I was impressed by Hoda’s profile on LinkedIn and so connected with her. Today I caught up with her on Zoom to understand her business and how she is changing lives. Hoda has majored in Economics, (with emphasis on Philosophy and Psychology) from the American University in Cairo and is also an MBA in Marketing. […]

Proving once again the elite status Emirates Amateur Golf League (EAGL) has in the UAE golf scene, the league has secured Dubai Sports Channel as host broadcaster of its live telecast of the inaugural EAGL Mini-Series event at the Fire course of Jumeirah Golf Estates on June 20th. Dubai Sports Channel, which also does the […]

FOOTLAB Dubai, the world’s first indoor football, entertainment and performance park, was officially inaugurated last night at aGrand Opening event at ISD Dubai Sports Citywith Portuguese football legend Rui Costa, Dubai Sports Council Assistant Secretary General Nasser Aman Al Rahma, Dubai Sports City President Khaled Zarooni, Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment […]

MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the largest Hollywood-inspired theme park in the Middle East, is celebrating the 123rd Philippine Independence Day in style. The UAE’s resident Filipinos are invited for the five-day fiesta, that startsfrom Saturday, June 12 and goes on until Wednesday, June 16. Kabayans are in for a treat with MGA Kabayan – a live show […]

Today Israel’s Commissioner General of the EXPO 2020 Pavilion, Elazar Cohen,unveiled the trade and culture focuses of its pavilion. The Pavilion is set to welcome the Middle East and beyond with messages of understanding and togetherness. The EXPO marks a historical moment in relations between the United Arab Emirates and Israel, following the Abraham Accords […]

In recognition of his long track record of success and innovation, Peter Somers, CEO of Emirates Post, was recently announced as the winner of the Industry Leadership Award during the World Post & Parcel Awards 2021.The virtual event celebrated the success of the post and parcel sector and acknowledged the contribution of industry leaders from […]

ENOC Group and dnatahaverecentlyrenewed their long-standing partnership of over 25 years. As part of the extended agreement, ENOC Group will supply lubricants and grease for dnata’s operational on-ground fleetof around 6,000 vehicles and equipment. ENOC’s lubricants range will service all dnata equipment and fleet inside Dubai International Airport and Dubai World Central (DWC) with diesel […]

Emirates will resume flights from Dubai to Nice from 2 July and Lyon from 9 July, initially offering 4 flights a week to each city. The move is in line with France easing its entry requirements for visitors, starting tomorrow, 9 June. The lifting of entry restrictions will enable travellers based in the UAE to visit […]

At conferences, the world’s leading brands discussed integrated marketing and breaking down silos. Yet, at the time, no one could have predicted the spike in consumer control, let alone the intensity and speed with which it would occur, nor had anybody faced the burden of the new responsibilities and problems we confront today. The barriers […]

With the support of Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood in Dubai will host a specialised lecture on the history of perfumes in local heritage, accompanied by an exhibition titled ‘Perfumes: History and Authenticity’ for local entrepreneurs working in the production of Emirati perfumes. This is in an initiative to […]