Dubai Investments PJSC has underlined its commitment to the UAE’s People of Determination by supporting a Social Program for Women of Determination, a year-long calendar of events and activities that will enable and empower individuals and their families, and promote greater social inclusion within the wider community. Dubai Investments has provided support for the special […]

To promote ease of doing business and to support its customers Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the GCC’s largest special economic zone, will become the first free zone in the country to return cash and bank guarantees to its clients through its new Workforce Protection Programme initiative that is set to roll out in September […]

The Dubai Smart City Accelerator (DSCA), the first industry-focused accelerator award winning program of its kind in the MENA region, has issued an open call for applications from global startups dedicated to innovative smart city solutions to join its third cohort. DSCA was launched in May 2017 by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA) in collaboration with du, Smart Dubai Office, Dubai Chamber of […]

Celebrating the holy month of Ramadan and promoting the values of Islam, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in partnership with Dubai Mall, has announced the launch of an interactive display at the Bloomingdales Atrium of the mall, which will be available at the venue from 18th – 27th May 2019. The installation named […]

Concept Brands Group, UAE’s largest leading brand house of luxury products is all set to launch its 15 days Ramadan Big Bazaar shopping extravaganza at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Bollywood celebrity Arbaaz Khan will inaugurate the mega sale on 21 May at Za’abeel Hall 4, Dubai World Trade Center. Arbaaz Khan will interact with […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), in partnership with The Dubai Mall, is hosting Arabic Light Calligraphy workshop by award winning artist Karim Jabbari, in order to promote the art of Arabic calligraphy and spread its use among the community. During the workshop, the artist creates customised Arabic calligraphy light portraits for the participants. […]

Dubai’s renowned Cove Beach will host its first U.S. takeover, at Venus Pool & Lounge at Caesars Palace’s Garden of the Gods Pool Oasis. Beginning last week of May through to first week of September, Cove Beach will bring its sophisticated style to The Strip, featuring live entertainment and the hottest parties. The Cove Beach […]

Fashion Forward Dubai (FFWD) – the Middle East’s definitive fashion platform, will present a special collection by twelve regional designers for its third edition in Jeddah department store Rubaiyat, Stars Avenue during Ramadan, from May 17 until June 3. Dresses created by seven of those designers will also be available in Rubaiyat’s newly opened department […]

Union Properties, the leading property developer in the UAE and master developer of MotorCity, marked a successful conclusion of its second annual Ramadan sports event with its first Ramadan Duathlon Challenge hosted at the Dubai Autodrome in Dubai MotorCity. Over 500 participants of all fitness levels and ages, including People of Determination took part across […]

The Dubai Police General Command has added luxury Italian automaker Maserati’s sports coupe, the GranTurismo, from the brand’s official UAE importer-dealer Al Tayer Motors to its fleet of luxury patrol cars. Major General Abdullah Khalifa Al Marri, Commander-in-Chief of Dubai Police, inaugurated the Maserati GranTurismo at the Dubai Police headquarters, in the presence of Major […]

Dubai Festival City, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate’s fully integrated mega project, is your one-stop destination this Ramadan with an array of deals and offers across residential, automotive showrooms, hotels and mall. Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate Residential property Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is offering customers one-month free rent when renting out at Marsa Plaza and up […]

According to Dubai-based and RERA award-winning real estate development company Tebyan, more than 70% of its latest development, Sparkle Towers in Dubai Marina, has now been sold, as it prepares for handover. “We have sold 265 apartments leaving just over 100 still available. The profile of our investors and end users has been incredibly diverse, […]

School Transport Services (STS) has launched the ‘Stuff the Bus with Kindness’ campaign during the Holy Month of Ramadan and to coincide with the Year of Tolerance marked by the UAE in 2019. As part of the campaign, 100 students of 100 different nationalities from GEMS Founders School Al Barsha are encouraged to adopt an […]

Dubai Retail, the retail management arm of Dubai Holding, has partnered with Unilever, the global consumer goods giant, for a Ramadan campaign designed to regift unwanted clothing to those less fortunate. The ‘Share a Touch of Love’ campaign sees Dubai Retail and Unilever brands, Comfort and OMO, collaborate for the ninth annual edition of the […]

Close to 100 horses heading to the Shanghai leg of the Longines Global Champions Tour between 3 and 5 May 2019 were the latest to experience Emirates Equine- Emirates SkyCargo’s specialised product for calm and comfortable transportation of horses. 91 horses boarded two Emirates SkyCargo Boeing 777 freighter aircraft specially chartered for the occasion for […]

Dubai is the place to be this summer as Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), Dubai’s annual summer festival, returns to the city starting 21 June until 3 August 2019, bringing residents and tourists an exciting six-week line-up of sales, promotions and events. Organised by Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), the 22nd edition of DSS will offer an array […]

DP World, UAE Region has been recognised for its efforts to create a more efficient and sustainable supply chain when it was awarded the Supply Chain Sustainability Award at this year’s Gulf Petrochemicals and Chemicals Association (GPCA) Supply Chain Conference. Mohammed Sulaiman, Business Development Manager of DP World, UAE Region, received the award on behalf […]

City Centre Deira, City Centre Mirdif and Mall of the Emirates invite shoppers to take advantage of the best offers on groceries, international brands, restaurants and leisure offerings this Ramadan. Customers who spend AED 300 at any store in City Centre Deira will receive an instant AED 100 Carrefour voucher. Shoppers can use it to […]

STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, has entered into a strategic alliance with Sharaf DG, one of the region’s most successful electronic retailers, to offer a free annual subscription to DG Member Programme members. The DG Member Programme is an annual subscription that comes with a renewable one-year […]

Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE), the world-class residential golf destination offering luxury homes and leisure facilities set amid two internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses, today announces the completion of Alandalus towers A and B. One, two, three and four-bedroom apartments in both towers have already sold out, offering large indoor-outdoor living spaces, with the handover of tower […]

The UAE F&B market is highly competitive. Dubai ranks 2nd worldwide having the most restaurants per million inhabitants. As per a KPMG report, Dubai counts 2,935 F&B outlets per million residents, while only Paris has more with 3,656 restaurant outlets per a million population. Third Avenue Boutique – where food is fashion – is a restaurant that is […]

With multiple venues at the heart of Dubai Creek offering a whole host of Iftar and Suhoor deals, these uninterrupted views from a high-top terrace or a front row promenade setting, are the perfect compliment to breaking your fast with family and friends. InterContinental’s staycation and spa offer at this city edge destination is a […]

Perched upon the promenade of Dubai Creek sits the iconic cluster group of InterContinental Hotels with its trio of chic outlets, you can enjoy a 20% discount on the best available rates. The waterfront living at InterContinental Hotel, Holiday Inn and Crowne Plaza lies at the heart of Festival City, with Dubai skyline views and […]

As part of their celebrations for the month of Ramadan, Schneider Electric, the leader in digital transformation of energy management and automation has set up solar-powered fridges placed in two locations in Dubai, UAE – Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (DTEC) and Ras Al Khor. This community driven initiative was launched in partnership with Birla Institute […]

Global trade enabler and European Tour partner, DP World, has confirmed the signing of golf legend Ian Poulter as the brand’s first Global Ambassador. DP World’s partnership with the European Tour and ten-year flagship association with the DP World Tour Championship has helped the company to connect in a meaningful way with partners and customers […]

This Ramadan, discover the values and traditions associated with the Holy Month at The Dubai Mall and imbibe the spirit of the season through compelling calligraphy works by talented experts. For the first time, The Dubai Mall is bringing a stimulating showcase of the ‘Art of Calligraphy that will take visitors through an inspiring experience. […]

The Formula 1® Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona got off to a spectacular start yesterday when Emirates’ newest A380 aircraft performed a low level flypast over the race track while watched by thousands of spectators. The special flypast at the start of the race was to mark the occasion of Emirates being the Title Sponsor […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Mohammad Ali Al Hamadi Advocates, a leading local legal firm, to facilitate SME access to knowledge and support on business laws. The MoU was signed by […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced the formation of the Car Dealers Business Group which aims to unite the voices of member companies, serve common interests and foster public-private sector dialogue on important matters impacting the auto sector in Dubai. The new business group will provide an ideal platform for companies operating in […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community, has announced that it is leveraging its new built-to-suit model to construct a new Global Research Centre for Himalaya Drug Company, a world-leading producer of over 300 cosmetics, nutritional supplements, herbal medicines and pharmaceutical-grade Ayurvedic products in over 90 countries.  Set to launch in 2021, the […]

This Ramadan, Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club wishes you a Ramadan Kareem by offering 30% off on the Annual Leisure Membership. Take advantage of this generous offer and enjoy life at leisure year-round with our temperature-controlled swimming pool and modern gym facilities. Date and Day: Offer is valid until the end of Ramadan Price per […]

Mastercard, a leading technology company in the global payments industry, has formed an annual partnership with GEMS Education to grant scholarships to high-achieving students, in the field of academic excellence and extra-curriculars such as sports and the creative & performing arts. At an awards ceremony held at GEMS Wellington Academy, Al Khail, Mastercard representatives presented […]

Plan your Eid holiday early and enjoy exploring Emirates’ extensive network. UAE travelers can discover the vibrant city of Bangkok, or stroll through the romantic city of Paris. European and North American travelers can also take advantage and fly back home to visit family and friends. Emirates Economy Class and Business Class passengers can plan […]

Calling all thrill seekers, families, gamers, or date nighter’s – Hub Zero is the ultimate place to hang-out this Ramadan, and theplace to be if you want to be in the draw for the chance to win some super cool prizes. The Holy Month is all about spending quality time with loved ones, so grab your friends […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers launched The Retail People Magazine 2ND Quarter issue that will be distributed to over 45 countries in the MENA region. Themed, The Future of Entertainment, it features the enigmatic Shaikh Mohammed bin Duaij Al Khalifa, CEO – Mall of Dilmunia, Manama, Bahrain.  Mall of Dilmunia aims […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), is delivering innovative solutions to power the UAE’s SMEs, as a Silver Sponsor at the 2019 SME Expo. Taking place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, du utilised the two-day event to share how its leading technology and bespoke solutions can be applied to inspire SME businesses and the strong spirit of […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Free Zones Council (DFZ Council), headed its 12th meeting that discussed the latest developments across initiatives and industries. The first item on the agenda was the completion of the Council’s e-commerce initiative proposal that was submitted to The Executive Council of Dubai for […]

Catering to every member of the family, Caesars Resort Bluewaters Dubai delivers the perfect destination to unwind and relax with loved ones offering an exclusive teens hangout – ROAM. Families looking for sheer indulgence and island seclusion can re-connect as they escape the hustle and bustle of the city at Caesars Bluewaters Dubai’s family-friendly island […]

The Burj Club extends special gym and spa offers The Burj Club invites guests and residents to refresh and re-energise with a range of experiences and membership offers this Ramadan. Offering breath-taking views of Downtown Dubai, The Burj Club features an array of spa and gym offers that will suit the fitness regimen. Fitness memberships […]

Dubai Municipality has announced that Dubai Frame, the latest national cultural landmark that has been developed and completed by the Municipality, has recently been awarded the certificate of Guinness Book of World Records for the “Largest Building in the Shape of a Picture Frame.” Commenting on the announcement, Dawoud Al Hajri, Director-General of Dubai Municipality, […]

In its upcoming edition, set to take place on 30 October – 2 November 2019 at the Dubai Design District, Fashion Forward Dubai strategically evolves into a “shop-now” fashion platform, showcasing collections that will be available for purchase to a global audience of both buyers and consumers via a digital and physical presence made available […]

A new animation film was released by Expo 2020 Dubai, showcasing the ghaf tree, and how it symbolises Expo 2020’s message of unity and collaboration. The animated short film tells the story of ‘Salama’, a wise character based on a real-life ghaf tree preserved on the event’s site due to its value as the national […]

Businesses are benefitting from Dubai’s lower rental costs and generous location incentives, according to the latest research by leading real estate provider, Savills. The Dubai Office Market report has highlighted that the current market dynamics are favouring occupiers and that landlords are offering a range of benefits to entice organisations and entrepreneurs. Paula Walshe is […]

Surprise have booked their place in the semi-final of the NAS Volleyball Championship following an engrossing 3-1 win over defending champions Dubai 2020 on Friday night at a packed Nad Al Sheba Sports Complex. The 2017 champions will now meet Bin Thani in the first of the two semi-finals on Sunday night, while Dubai 2021, […]

Expo 2020 Dubai’s long-term investment in the future of the country will boost its economy by AED122.6 billion ($33.4 billion) and support 905,200 job-years between 2013 and 2031, indicates an independent report published by global consultancy EY. During the peak six-month period, the World Expo – the largest event to be held in the Arab […]

Master sculptor Richard Hudson has returned to Downtown Dubai and he’s back with something bigger and better. The artist’s three-dimensional, mirrored-steel ‘LOVE ME’ heart sculpture that first appeared in February last year to visitors to The Dubai Mall, has been recreated – but this time on much larger scale. The new ‘LOVE ME’ heart, the […]

Grammy award-winning pop-rock group Maroon 5 will return to Dubai for the first time since 2011 for their Red Pill Blues Tour on June 14th. To celebrate, Caesars Bluewaters Dubai is offering an exciting Maroon 5 Entertainment Package to combine the concert with a chance to enjoy all the signature elements of the Caesars Palace […]

Mall of the Emirates and City Centres in the UAE are once again spreading the message of generosity and compassion this Ramadan with the ‘Make a Difference, Together’ initiative, which encourages families to come together and do good for those in need. Now in its 13th year, the campaign, which is in partnership with UAE’s […]

The Emirates Group today announced its 31st consecutive year of profit and steady business expansion. Released today in its 2018-19 Annual Report, the Emirates Group posted a profitof AED 2.3 billion (US$ 631 million) for the financial year ended 31 March 2019, down 44% from last year. The Group’s revenue reached AED 109.3 billion (US$ 29.8 billion), an increase […]

TECOM Group, a member of Dubai Holding and founder of startup-enabling platform in5, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) and Dubai Development Authority (DDA) that aims to accelerate the development of Dubai’s innovation ecosystem. The partnership will strengthen collaboration between the entities, broadening the opportunities available for innovators locally […]

This Ramadan, discover the values and traditions associated with the Holy Month at The Dubai Mall and imbibe the spirit of the season through compelling calligraphy works by talented experts. For the first time, The Dubai Mall is bringing a stimulating showcase of the ‘Art of Calligraphy that will take visitors through an inspiring experience. […]

OYO Hotels & Homes, South Asia’s largest, China’s 2nd largest, and the world’s 6th largest and fastest-growing chain of leased and franchised hotels, homes & living spaces today released the Summer Booking Index (Q1), which highlights that Dubai, followed by Ras-Al-Khaimah and Fujairah, is the top booked destinations in the UAE. The index reveals that […]

DUBAL Holding and China North Industries Corporation (NORINCO) signed a comprehensive MoU during the week of the 2nd Belt and Road Forum in Beijing to strengthen the strategic cooperation under the framework of the UAE Vision 2021 and China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The MoU sets out plans for the intended collaboration in the […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, issued 2,805 new licenses during April 2019, a growth of 60% compared to April 2018 (1,753). The new licenses created 8,375 jobs in the labor market. Among the new licenses issued, 49% were professional, 48.1% commercial, 2.3% related to tourism […]

After high demand for two years running, dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest standing travel agency, is bringing back its popular ‘Secret Stays’ for 2019. Just in time for the summer months, travellers can snap up unmissable, exclusive staycation deals each week on hotels across the UAE. The only catch is that the property name will […]

Emirates has demonstrated its commitment to fostering innovation in the global aviation industry by signing MoUs with three teams from the sixth cohort of the Dubai Future Accelerators (DFA) programme. The companies, hailing from the USA, Germany and the UK, were selected from the pool of seven participant teams that worked with Emirates through DFA […]

The Intellectual Property (IP) Rights Management of the Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) sector at the Department of Economic Development in Dubai has honored Huawei Consumer Business Group’s (CBG) UAE team for its continuous support and cooperation with the UAE government. The DED team visited Huawei’s head office in Dubai to present Huawei officials with […]

The Holy Month of Ramadan will be celebrated with two captivating LED shows which will light up the iconic Burj Khalifa. The first show, which is three minutes long, celebrates the spiritual value of Ramadan with an inspiring display of prolific designer Karl Taylor Knight’s ground-breaking work, featuring the crescent moon, themed with Arabic lanterns […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a seminar at its premises which familiarised companies with regulatory requirements associated with the existing law governing volunteering activities in Dubai. The seminar was organised by the Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Community Engagement Task Force in collaboration with the Community Developing Authority (CDA). During the seminar Ahmed […]

Ahead of the inaugural flight to Porto on 2nd July 2019, Emirates is offering passengers a chance to take advantage and explore the second largest city in Portugal. Known for its historical city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site – Porto is a must see destination for families and solo travellers this summer. Economy Class […]

The most fashionable event of 2019, The Royal Gala, once again brought together some of the most promising and well-established designers from across the globe. Happening every April and October, to coincide with the world’s major fashion weeks, The Royal Gala was once again staged in the fabulous Royal Ballroom of the Palazzo Versace on […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, and Lufthansa Group continue to expand their partnership in the United States. dnata has been selected to provide ramp, secure clean and passenger handling services to Lufthansa at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport and now serves the airline group, including Swiss International Air Lines, Austrian Airlines and Edelweiss Air, at eight […]

The Queen Elizabeth 2’s Iftar al Malika (Iftar of the Queen) will feature a selection of experiences for the mind, body and the soul this Ramadan. Passengers can enjoy a one-of-a-kind Iftar experience with live Hakawati storytelling performances delivered by leading artists from around the world.  Professional narrators will recite English and Arabic versions of […]

Atlantis Aquaventure is set to become one of the biggest waterparks in the world with the exciting addition of a third action-packed tower, set to open in summer 2020. The region’s number one waterpark will break records with the 34-metre tall ‘Trident Tower’,which will introduce 12 incredible new slides to the Atlantis Aquaventure offering and […]

Dubai welcomed 4.75 million international overnight visitors in the first quarter of 2019, posting an over two percent increase in tourism volumes compared to the same period last year according to the latest data released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing. Steadily picking up from a stable 2018 performance, Dubai’s tourism sector saw […]

Emaar Development PJSC (DFM: EMAARDEV), achieved one of the highest quarterly sales during the first quarter (January to March) of 2019 underpinned by the exceptional sales of residences launched by the company. The total sales for the period increased by 51 per cent to AED 5.902 billion (US$ 1.607 billion) compared to Q1 2018 sales […]

Emaar Entertainment is marking Ramadan with a diverse range of activities and offers across its different attractions, sure to make the month a memorable one for families. Visitors can enjoy unlimited access to theme parks, combo deals, thrilling rides, late night entertainment as well as Iftar specials. Unlimited Fun for Kids This Ramadan, kids under […]

Better Life, the Easa Saleh Al Gurg Group distributor of global kitchen appliances, has joined hands with communities throughout Dubai in a Ramadan ‘Better Deeds’ initiative to provide Iftar until Suhoor refreshments for construction and security personnel. Better Life has donated 19 refrigerators for the initiative, which is aimed at encouraging the spirit of sharing […]

In what is a first of its kind deal, global entertainment destination BookMyShow has entered into a strategic, long-term partnership with the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, the region’s biggest indoor, multipurpose arena. As the Founding and Preferred Ticketing Partner for all live entertainment experiences at the Coca-Cola Arena over the next five years, BookMyShow will […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused community that provides support and a business-friendly ecosystem for entrepreneurs, SMEs and international companies active in the sciences, energy and environment sectors, has signed a partnership agreement with 1792 Partners, a global advisory and venture firm focused on bridging the gap between health technology innovators in the UAE […]

Expo School Programme has unveiled four dedicated school tours of Expo 2020 Dubai, costing AED50 per student per journey. At a recent Expo School Leaders Forum, more than 500 public and private school leaders and education decision-makers were encouraged to start planning now to make the most of these educational and fun visits. ‘The World […]

Mikko Korhonen took a giant step towards a second appearance at the season-ending DP World Tour Championship after surging into the top 20 of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after superbly holding his nerve to defeat Benjamin Hebert in a play-off at the Volvo China Open to secure his second European Tour title. The […]

Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) achieved one of the highest quarterly property sales in Dubai during the first quarter (January to March) of 2019 recording an increase of 53 per cent to AED 5.979 billion (US$ 1.628 billion) compared to the Q1 2018 sales of AED 3.906 billion (US$ 1.063 billion). The sales to international […]

To celebrate the spirit of Ramadan, Landmark Group’s leading loyalty programme, Shukran, is launching a special ‘Shukran Ramadan’ initiative with Dubai Cares in the UAE and other charity organizations in Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Egypt, Jordan and Lebanon.  Over 10 million members across the region will have the opportunity to donate Shukran points earned from […]

Andrew Jackson, Her Majesty’s Consul General to Dubai and the Northern Emirates at the British Embassy, celebrated the achievements of newly-qualified ICAEW Chartered Accountants (ACA) from across the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, during a graduation ceremony recently held in Dubai. ICAEW, a world leader of the accountancy and finance profession, presented certificates to […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is creating a wonderful atmosphere this Ramadan with traditional decorations, Iftar offers, Suhoor deals and more. Spend quality time with family and friends at the world’s largest themed mall, where festive decorations, reflecting the essence of the Holy Month, will be complemented with live traditional Oud music every day after Iftar. Al […]

Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE, announced today that it has been awarded the ‘Best Service Performance Outlet’ for its Emirates Head Quarter branch for 2018, under the Banking Services business category at the Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES). DIB outperformed all banks in this category to receive the award. […]

Coca-Cola Arena located at City Walk by Meraas opened its doors on Friday, May 3rd as thousands of excited fans got a chance to see inside the incredible 17,000-capacity arena for the very first time during the arena’s Open Day. With the final touches being made to the highly anticipated arena ahead of hugely popular […]

Less than two months after its unveiling in Paris, the French Pavilion for Expo 2020 Dubai, Lumière Lumières, begins its construction. Élisabeth Borne, Minister of State, Minister for the Ecological and Inclusive Transition, in charge of Transport, in the presence of the Expo 2020 teams and those of COFREX, in charge of French participation in […]

Sayidaty print magazine and online publication opened its first coffee shop under the name of Sayidaty Café on Monday, April 29, 2019 at City Walk in Dubai. The opening ceremony coincided with the launch of the 8th edition of the Arab Fashion Week, and was attended by several prominent personalities in the Arab Fashion Council, […]

Zulekha Hospital and ENOC Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to provide customised medical services to the Group. The organisations have collaborated with intent of advocating a healthy lifestyle through awareness sessions for ENOC’s staff and patrons alongside community initiatives in the UAE. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Saif Humaid Al […]

Carrefour, which is operated in the UAE by Majid Al Futtaim today unveiled its promotional campaign for the Holy Month of Ramadan which represents an investment of over AED110 million, an increase of 80% when compared to last year. The initiative, which is being held under the theme of “Taking Care of You This Ramadan” […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, recently participated in a roundtable in Moscow which familiarised Russian startups with Dubai’s entrepreneurial ecosystem and growth opportunities that the emirate offers. The roundtable, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and PROFEX, provided valuable insights on Dubai’s business environment, fast-growing startup sector, and […]

Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2019 Arabian Travel Market, welcomed over 14,000 visitors to its iconic stand to experience the award-winning airline’s products and services. The Emirates stand showcased its game-changing Boeing 777-300ER First Class Private Suites with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors, up to 40 square feet of personal space and ultra-modern design features inspired […]

Emirates has announced a new codeshare partnership agreement with LATAM Airlines Brazil covering domestic services in Brazil, providing greater choice and connectivity to its customers. Emirates passengers travelling to and from Brazil will now be able to connect with 17 cities in LATAM’s domestic network covered by the codeshare agreement including Belo Horizonte, Brasília and […]

Iftar is the perfect time to reconnect, spend time together and bond with loved ones over sharing platters of delicious Ramadan favourites. A unique and sustainable Ramadan celebration awaits you at Vida Downtown’s contemporary 3in1 setting, as they pave the way to create wonderful moments with a delicious Iftar menu made with love and designed […]

When Mina Rashid, the first modern port of Dubai, opened in 1972 – realising the vision of the late Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum, the Father of Dubai – it ushered in a new era of prosperity for the city, transforming it into an important port of call between the East and the West. […]

Emirati home-grown concept and candy haven, Candylicious took home the ‘Dubai Airports Excellence Award’ under the ‘partnership’ category, as they honored airlines, concessionaires and business partners who have demonstrated their commitment to improving service and exceptional customer experience at Dubai Airports. “The Dubai Airports Excellence Award is an acknowledgement of our team’s hard work and […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is highlighting the art and culture landscape of the Emirate, with a special focus on the heritage sites and museums, at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019, the leading travel industry exhibition in the Middle East, taking place until 1st May, at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), […]

Cinema fun does not have to wait till the weekend! Students can now watch their favourite films at a discounted rate with ‘Student Mondays’ at Reel Cinemas – Dubai Marina Mall. Simply show your student ID and benefit from the AED 45 ‘Student Mondays’ combo – including a ticket to your favourite movie with a […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry announced on Tuesday, April 30th, the top three winners of the 4th Dubai Smartpreneur Competition during the closing ceremony of the Enterprise Agility Forum 2019 in Dubai. Denarii Cash, a mobile application helping overseas workers to send money claimed the first place prize. Arabee, a high specification platform providing […]

During the Holy Month of Ramadan, Meraas is joining forces with Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital, the first dedicated children’s hospital in the UAE, for a campaign that will raise donations for the children of the UAE. Running throughout Ramadan, the #SmilesOfTomorrow campaign will see a range of interactive touchpoints and donation opportunities set up […]

A new cloud-based app which will support Expo 2020 Dubai in becoming a blueprint for future smart cities is being developed by Siemens, and has already connected part of the site’s infrastructure to the Internet of Things. The app is designed to digitally optimize Expo 2020 Dubai, enhancing the visitor experience and reducing energy and […]

Arabian Adventures, the UAE’s leading destination management company, has completed one of its busiest peak seasons ever. Offering personalised service and genuine Arabian hospitality, the company’s 500 customer-oriented staff helped over 110,000 customers experience the true essence of the country on a total of over 3,000 safaris and 2,500 tours. In the peak season from […]

Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), a member of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group, organised an ‘Agri-Food Forum’ to promote trade and investment between Arab and African countries. The two-day forum, which was attended by 40 companies […]

Emirates customers can unlock the best Dubai has to offer for less this summer with the return of My Emirates Pass – an offer that turns an Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership card providing travelers special benefits and discounts of up to 50% off in more than 500 leisure and retail outlet locations […]

Emirates Airline has signed an agreement with Smart Dubai to offer special flight discounts to the latter’s employees for travel. Emirates will also support Smart Dubai with its travel requirements to participate in international events and conferences, as well as with the events that it organizes on a yearly basis in Dubai, including the Future […]

Dubai-based flydubai’s participation at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) coincided with the start of the celebrations for the carrier’s 10th anniversary. The airline, which started operations on 01 June 2009, marked this occasion with the launch of a new website for passengers to share their memories. Over the last decade, the airline has changed […]

Majid Al Futtaim—the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia—in partnership with Dubai Festival Retail Establishment (DFRE), has announced its participation in the upcoming countrywide three-day Dubai Super Sale, from May 2 to 4. Shoppers visiting Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Deira and City Centre Mirdif […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through the Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), hosted the ‘SMARTInvest Real Estate’ conference organised through a strategic partnership with The Grid Media Ltd. The conference witnessed several activities that focused on the impact of digitisation and new technologies in managing the urban environment. During the conference held at DLD’s headquarters under […]

The 19th edition of Dubai Airport Show, the world’s largest airport exhibition, witnessed the showcasing of new technologies and innovations in the aviation industry. More than 50 new technologies and innovative products and services were unveiled on the first day of the three-day exhibitions with participation of 375 exhibitors from 60 countries at the Dubai […]

The Coca-Cola Arena located at City Walk is opening its doors on Friday, May 3rd as the public will get the chance to see the stunning venue in person for the very first time. The 17,000-capacity arena must be seen to be believed and to give people a chance to get accustomed to Dubai’s new […]

Meydan – a visionary concept of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai – have reiterated their support for the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament and will be one of the event’s Diamond Sponsor this season. Host of world horseracing’s biggest night, the […]

Mall of the Emirates invites you to admire, discover and share Instagram photos of a series of inventive chairs designed by students and faculty of the Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI) until May 1. As part of its effort to bring engaging community events for residents and tourists and promote young talent and […]

Dubai Creek Harbour, the six square kilometre waterfront destination featuring the iconic Dubai Creek Tower and the retail metropolis Dubai Square, has unveiled the new ‘Creek Edge’ waterfront residences. Creek Edge is located on the northern tip of Creek Island and provides unobstructed views of the historic Creek. This contemporary urban living environment encourages a […]

Ibn Battuta Mall is offering great deals with up to 90 per cent discount on apparel, kids’ wear, cosmetics, bags, footwear, fashion accessories, furnishings and more during the three-day Super Sale. Visit the world’s largest themed mall for unbeatable bargains at participating outlets from 2 to 4 May. Apparel… Sacoor Brothers: 30 to 60 per […]

Break your fast at a unique venue this Ramadan with Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest theme park destination in the Middle East, which will come alive with family-friendly activities and sumptuous Iftar buffets at BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai and LEGOLAND® Dubai. The destination will be open all through the Holy Month with special […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD), through the Dubai Real Estate Institute (DREI), hosted the ‘SMARTInvest Real Estate’ conference organised through a strategic partnership with The Grid Media Ltd. The conference witnessed several activities that focused on the impact of digitisation and new technologies in managing the urban environment. During the conference held at DLD’s headquarters under […]

Alpha Destination Management announced the launch of ‘Alpha Pass’ today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) that will allow travellers to see the best of Dubai and save 45%. Unveiling the pass, Samir Hamadeh, General Manager of Alpha Destination Management, said, “The Alpha Pass is the easy way to make the most of your trip […]

Emaar Malls (DFM: EMAARMALLS), the shopping malls and retail business majority-owned by Emaar Properties (DFM: EMAAR), recorded an increase in net profit by 7 per cent to AED 584 million (US$ 159 million) during the first quarter (January to March) of 2019, compared to the net profit of AED 548 million (US$ 149 million), during […]

The Kingdom of Thailand has broken ground for its pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai, becoming the first South East Asian country to begin the construction of its pavilion. The ceremony, held on the Thailand Pavilion plot at the Expo 2020 site, officially marks the beginning of construction of the pavilion that will feature contemplative design […]

For the 5th consecutive time, dnata has been named ‘Ground Handler of the Year’ at the 2019 Air Cargo News Awards. The award, which has long been recognised as the preeminent accolade in the air cargo industry, was accepted by Ross Marino, Senior Vice President of dnata’s International Airport Operations, at a gala dinner in […]

Emirates has renewed its support to Mauritius and the Seychelles by extending a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which outlines joint activities to promote the two countries.His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline and Group met a VIP delegation from Mauritius and Seychelles at Arabian Travel Market, 2019. A Memorandum […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports and Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, on Monday officially opened the19th edition of Dubai Airport Show, the world’s largest airport exhibition. The three-day show started today to a grand opening with an impressive […]

City Centre Deira greeted shoppers with a smile by giving away cinema tickets, Mall GiftCards, and airline tickets to their dream summer vacation as part of its annual ‘SMILE’ campaign this month. This year, City Centre Deira collaborated with Air Arabia to give 600 lucky shoppers a chance to win tickets to a summer destination […]

Etisalat and Commercial Bank of Dubai today announced their partnership to launch a co-branded CBD-Etisalat credit card. The new card will be available in two variants – Visa Platinum and Visa Signature – and will be UAE’s pre-eminent ‘Lifestyle’ credit card offering cardholders the fastest way to earn points on Etisalat’s award-winning Smiles platform. These […]

Dubai SME, the agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) mandated to develop the small and medium enterprise (SME) sector, has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Dubai Chamber) to launch an index that will evaluate the cost of doing business for SMEs in Dubai. The […]

Sustainability, affordability, efficiency, and intramodal are key principals for the growth of the travel industry for decades to come. This was stated by Paul Griffiths, Chief Executive Officer of Dubai Airports Corporation while delivering a keynote address titled: “The Future of Aviation Infrastructure” at the CAPA Middle East & Africa Aviation Summit at the Dubai […]

Jorge Campillo moved up to sixth place on the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings after finally ending his wait for a maiden European Tour title at the 229th time of asking with a brilliant two-stroke triumph at the Trophée Hassan II. The Spaniard, who came into the tournament with two second place finishes and […]

Mark your calendars as The Dubai Mall, hosts a 3 Day Super Sale. Visit The Dubai Mall from May 2 – 4 and make the most of amazing discounts across various retail outlets. Splurge at over 1,350 retail and more than 200 food & beverage outlets, many of them new or exclusive concepts, and enjoy […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) invites applications from local and international firms to apply to join the 2019 Summer Cohort. Successful Cohort applicants will then be able to apply to enter the DFSA regulatory sandbox, known as the Innovation Testing Licence Programme (ITL Programme). The DFSA welcomes innovative FinTech firms to make applications on […]

Emirates continued its winning streak when it took top honours by sweeping five awards last night at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2019. The airline took home the highly regarded industry accolades for Airline with the Best First Class, Airline with the Best Economy Class, Airline with the Best Frequent Flyer Program and Best […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community, announced that it has entered an agreement with its existing business partner Firmenich, the UAE branch of the world’s largest privately owned fragrance and flavour company, to build a new facility within the hub. Set for completion in Q4 2020, the 38,064 sq ft built-to-suit (BTS) […]

Dubai Duty Free (DDF), one of the biggest travel retail operators in the world, have reconfirmed their support for Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament by signing a deal with Dubai Sports Council (DSC) to become the event’s platinum sponsors. The sponsorship deal was officially signed by HE Saeed Hareb, Secretary General of DSC, and Salah […]

Najahi Events, the Middle East’s edutainment leader, in partnership with Success Resources, the largest International Event Organiser for Tony Robbins, has revealed that the world-renowned Number 1 life and business strategist’s first ever live public appearance in Dubai is to take place at the new Coca-Cola Arena in City Walk, on September 3. The event […]

Majid Al Futtaim – the Middle East, Africa and Asia’s leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer – in partnership with Dubai Festival & Retail Establishment (DFRE), is back with its 3 Day Super Sale (3DSS) to kick off on Thursday, May 2 until Saturday, May 4. Be ready to shop like a pro […]

A good meal can unite people of all nationalities, cultures, ages and backgrounds. And Expo 2020 Dubai is set to bring millions of visitors together to discover global cuisines, innovative culinary experiences, future-shaping food tech, old classics, new favourites, street bites and gourmet delights across more than 200 food and beverage (F&B) outlets. Expo 2020 […]

Reel Cinemas reported a record-shattering opening weekend with the release of Disney Marvel’s “Avengers: Endgame”. According to reports, in the UAE, about 500,000 moviegoers watched the epic conclusion to Marvel’s 22 movie saga during the opening weekend. Reel Cinemas doubled its box-office results over the previous “Avengers” which took six days to reach the same […]

DXB Entertainments, the largest listed leisure and entertainment company in the region has unveiled its new B2B online platform that will give trade partners including tour operators and travel agents access to DXB Entertainments’ owned and managed assets, including the award winning theme parks MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, LEGOLAND® Dubai and LEGOLAND® Water Park. […]

Alpha Destination Management is out in full force at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2019 hosting over 100 high-profile international buyers from Europe, USA and Asia in association with the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). An attractive hosted buyer programme has been designed for them with tailor-made itineraries to showcase Dubai’s main attractions […]

Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), has officially commenced the tenth edition of Dubai International Arabic Calligraphy Exhibition (DIACE), themed A heritage honouring the letter and the pen, at Wafi, […]

Summer Memberships at the 18 Hole Championship Golf Course at Address Montgomerie. Enjoy seven-day access to the 18-hole championship course starting from 1 May until 30 September 2019 with Address Montgomerie’s new summer membership. The membership fees start from AED 5,500 per person and available on Flexible Monthly payments. Members get to enjoy following benefits […]

Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2019 Arabian Travel Market, welcomed His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of The Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation and President of the UAE National Olympic Committee to its stand on the first day of the travel and tourism trade event. His Highness […]

200 people between Royals, Vips and celebrities attended the launching event of “Hi Dubai” on all flights of Emirates Airlines at the presence of Sheikh Obaid Al Maktoum with actress and UN Ambassador Safia Al Emary and the Italian Producer Benedetta Paravia. “Hi Dubai” is part of “Hi Emirates” series, dedicated to the wise vision […]

Ellington, Dubai’s leading design-led property developer, today announced the sale of its brand-new Wilton Park Residences, a serene lifestyle community, located in Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum City (MBR City), Dubai’s sought-after residential, leisure, retail and arts destination. Ellington has already marked the ground-breaking of the project, assuring potential investors of timely hand-over, with several […]

The Dubai Fashion Week (DFW), showcased under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Hend Al Qassemi, once again received accolades and rave reviews with its recent staging at The Palazzo Versace in Dubai. Actor-producer Zenofer Fathima was among the key highlights of the event as she graced the Royal Gala catwalk for leading luxury fashion […]

Get ready to shop until you drop as the 3-day Super Sale returns to The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas. From 2 to 4 May, the Tuscan-inspired destination will transform into a sophisticated plaza market as over 60 high-end retailers display their products outside shops and invite shoppers to browse […]

This Home Festival, City Centre Mirdif is turning things on its head with its eccentric, instagrammable upside-down room where visitors can get creative with friends and family, and win. Snap a fun photo in the room and tag #CCMiHome on Instagram to win an AED 5,000 Mall GiftCard at the end of the festival, on […]

Airport Show will take-off grandly tomorrow with 375 exhibitors from 60 countries at its sell-out 19th edition vying for business by showcasing over 50 new technologies and innovative products over three days at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC). The world’s largest annual airport exhibition will further consolidate its market standing with participating […]

It’s time to refresh your wardrobe as the 3-Day Super Sale arrives at City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle destination by Meraas. From 2 to 4 May 2019, you can grab your favourite high-end fashion hits at a fraction of their original price and stock up on travel essentials for your summer holiday. Fashion at […]

The wait is finally over! After having sold more than 55 million records worldwide, popular Irish pop vocal band Westlife will bring their much-awaited ‘Twenty Tour’ to Dubai. Brought to UAE by leading entertainment companies Live Nation and BookMyShow, the creators of ‘My Love’ and ‘Flying Without Wings’ will perform for fans from across UAE, […]

Great value ticketing at Expo 2020 Dubai will open doors to a world of fun, culture, entertainment and innovation, and ensure the six-month spectacular is a global celebration for all. A single-day adult (18 and over) ticket will cost AED 120 (USD 33), while a three-day pass, which can be used on any three days […]

Meydan One, a next-generation lifestyle and retail destination, today announced its partnership with SMEDistrict, the Dubai-based incubation platform, that aims to bring to life a comprehensive start-up development programme focused on the retail and F&B sectors. The initiative aligns with Meydan One’s strategic priority to offer unmatched opportunities for up-and-coming entrepreneurs in fashion, beauty and […]

Emirates, Premier Partner and the Official Airline of Expo 2020 Dubai, today unveiled the design and visitor experience concepts of its ultramodern pavilion for the 6 month mega-event. The Emirates Pavilion’s design and visitor experience will utilise interactive technologies and design-thinking focusing on the future of commercial aviation. Emirates has already broken ground on the pavilion and […]

The Dubai Sports Council and Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) have signed a sponsorship agreement under which the RTA will become a strategic sponsor of the seventh edition of the Nad Al Sheba Sports Tournament. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai […]

The Barasti Beach main stage is heating up with the internationally renowned Esquire and Hollaphonic announced for an epic day-to-night dance music explosion, set to take place on the 3rd May 2019. The star DJ’s will be hitting the stage for the ultimate pool and beach party at Barasti Beach from 10am to late on Friday 3rd May, […]

The Roads and Transport Authority,RTA, announced the completion of 75 projects as part of the Smart City and Artificial Intelligence Programme. Projects completed relate to the smart organisation, infrastructure, smart vehicles, data management, artificial intelligence and smart and sustainable transport. “RTA supports the transformation of Dubai into a smart city to provide happiness and luxurious […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) has announced that 42 members submitted their applications to join in the 2nd cycle of DBWC Mentorship Programme 2019, which was launched following the resounding success achieved in the first cycle. The six-month programme, which will end in October, will foster businesswomen and female entrepreneurs’ skills, develop their expertise, and […]

Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum said that the UAE plays an integral part in pushing forward international efforts to enhance global economic growth due to its strategic location at the centre of trade routes connecting East and West. HH Sheikh […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Deputy Chairman of the Board of Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) announced the 2018 annual results for the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), which saw the trade hub and events venue host 3.43 million delegates for the first time in its history with visitation growth of […]

BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai, the premier Bollywood-themed park, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, is hosting sensational Indian musical duo Salim-Sulaiman on May 3rd in front of Rajmahal Theatre. Salim-Sulaiman are among India’s most respected composers and have produced award-winning music in numerous hit films such as Kurbaan, Rab […]

Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Executive Chairman of DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for trade and enterprise, and master developer of Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), has recently visited the latest premier development in the district, The Residences, JLT. The Residences, JLT is a 46-storey mixed-use building with 17 floors designated to the 5-star Taj Hotel while […]

Over 70 designers from the Middle East, Europe and Asia will come together for Arab Fashion Week from April 24 to 28 in City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle neighbourhood by Meraas. Celebrating a wide calendar of fashion shows, pop-ups, presentations and private trunk show, which will be held at the world’s first Ready Couture […]

Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai came out on top at the 2019 Leaders in Hospitality Awards, walking away with the award for Resort of the Year, beating off strong competition from brands such as AccorHotels and The Leading Hotels of the World for the title. The announcement was made at yesterday’s fifth annual Leaders In Hospitality […]

The Ballet Centre Dubai hosts Italian dancer Mara Galeazzi the former Principal of The Royal Ballet to conduct exclusive Ballet workshops for their students. On Friday the 3rd of May the Centre is organizing two workshops; 11am till 2:00pm for Ballet Students from Grade 5 till Grade 6 including Interfoundation and then from 3:00pm till […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), an integrated free zone technology park, has announced its participation in a four-day roadshow in India during the last week of April 2019. Organized by DSOA, in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), a non-government and non-profit business association that […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah is creating a beautiful ambiance for families to share a time of reflection and togetherness, surrounded by spectacular views, this Ramadan. Break your fast with family and friends at Dubai’s stunning new waterfront destination with a wide selection of world cuisines and traditional culinary fare for Iftar, enjoy delectable Suhoor […]

The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority recently hosted a workshop for UAE business and stakeholders interested in exporting to Saudi Arabia. The workshop, held at Dubai Chamber’s premises, aimed to clarify the export procedures for […]

Emirates’ signature Ramadan service is expected to begin on May 5th to coincide with the start of the Holy month. During Ramadan, the airline expects to serve 1 million dates to customers during iftar and suhoor, both on board and on the ground in Dubai. Emirates’ Ramadan service consists of specially crafted iftar meals on […]

As the city gears up for the upcoming 3-Day Super Sale weekend, Dubai Festival City Mall is offering even more exciting rewards and deals to shoppers, running from Thursday, 2nd May until Saturday, 4th May 2019. Due to its popular demand, the Festival City Mall gift card rewards will be back this weekend and shoppers can receive instant cash […]

For the first time in the UAE, Etisalat prepaid customers can now rollover data and minutes and enjoy the benefit of any unused allowance. New ‘WaselGo’ will offer a selection of four value-packed weekly plans starting from just AED 10.50, including multiple ‘market first’ features such as ‘rollover’ of data and flexi minutes, and up […]

Think you could catch some eggs in a basket? Sounds simple enough. And with the added incentive of grabbing yourself a bunch of egg-citing Meraas Gift Cards, give your competitive side a chance to shine at La Mer from 25 to 28 April and take on the Virtual Reality (VR) egg-catching challenge. It’s sure to make for an egg-cellent day out with […]

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has launched intimate Open-Air Cinema Nights to make the most of the last cool winter evenings. Guests can kick back and relax on comfortable couches armed with pop-corn and drinks while watching favorite classics under the twinkling stars. Set on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, this dream-like evening unfolds in the […]

Whether it’s exploring the Longshan Temple or hiking on Yangmingshan National Park’s dormant volcanos, Taipei is a city that offers something for every interest. Fly to Taipei starting from AED 2,895 in Economy Class and AED 11,995 in Business Class on the Emirates A380 and check out 11 reasons why Taipei should be next on […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has announced a three-year integrated school health program in Liberia to tackle deworming and eye health needs for school-aged children. The AED 7,347,000 (USD 2 million) program, in partnership with Sightsavers, is set to benefit around 77,000 children aged 6-18 years old in four […]

Families across the UAE can mark the Holy Month of Ramadan at LEGOLAND® Dubai, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, this May, with a series of special offers taking place at the park. Families and children will have the opportunity to join in the spirit of […]

In the spirit of collaboration, Silsal launches a limited edition collection designed by students at Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI). The contemporary set of three Arabic coffee cups, each designed by a different student, sheds light on the delicate duality of art and function, past and present. Samar Habayeb, Silsal’s Creative Director and […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to invest in its catering operations in the United States.  The company has opened a new, 4,700 m² (51,000 ft2) facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and now offers quality catering services in Houston with a capacity of more than 10,000 meals a day. dnata’s latest […]

Emirates tops the YouGov BrandIndex 2019 Workforce Rankings in the UAE for the second time in a row, as the brand that UAE residents would be proudest to work for. Apple moves up two places from last year and stands at second, and iPhone remains in third this year as well. The rankings were compiled […]

Dubai-based flydubai today has announced the start of flights to Sochi, Russia. Flights between Dubai and Sochi will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, starting from 7th June 2019. flydubai will be the first carrier to offer direct flights on this route from the UAE and GCC. Commenting on the occasion, Ghaith Al […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed that smart transactions accounted for 96% of all customer transactions processed by the non-profit public organisation in the first quarter of 2019. As a result of this uptick, an 85% drop in the number of visitors to Dubai Chamber’s service centres was recorded over the same period […]

DUKES THE PALM, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, offers a five-star escape into a world of glamour and exclusivity. Located in the exclusive area of Palm Jumeirah on the coast of the Persian Gulf, the resort boasts a magnificent private beach and unparalleled Dubai Marina views. Guests can experience luxury found in each of the 215 rooms […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has imposed restrictions on David Barnett and Christopher Steer following an investigation into their conduct while working on the Commodity Murabaha Broking Desk (the Desk) at a DFSA-authorised firm. The Desk facilitated the purchase and supply of title to metal commodities, sourced from a number of suppliers, for the […]

Dubai Outsource City (DOC), the region’s only business community for business processes and outsourced services, has announced the 3rd edition of the Outsourcing Outlook 2019 forum which is a dedicated platform to discuss, discover and share best practice and new technological trends in the industry. This year’s edition of the forum will explore how regional businesses […]

Goshopia, Dubai’s first-ever sustainable fashion e-marketplace platform is set to launch its website this April in line with the Fashion Revolution Day to commemorate the 2013 Rana Plaza building collapse and aims to revolutionize the country’s fashion scene by introducing environmental-friendly and socially sustainable fashion products which highlights the importance of making environmentally and ethically […]

Emaar Properties, the developer of the iconic Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and several thriving residential communities in Dubai, has launched the first-ever WeChat Mini-Program by a leisure attraction in the region, that is fully integrated with WeChat Pay for At the Top, Burj Khalifa. A part of the WeChat ecosystem, the Mini-Program will enable […]

Emirates has announced the deployment of its latest Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft fitted with the ‘Game Changer’ First Class suites on its Dubai- Malé route from 1st June, 2019. The Maldivian capital will become the first destination in the South Asian region to be served on a regular basis by the new aircraft. Passengers travelling […]

Ban Ki-moon, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations and co-chair of the Ban Ki-moon Center for Global Citizens, has been appointed the official Ambassador for the Model United Nations (MUN) at GEMS World Academy schools, including GEMS World Academy in Dubai. The South Korean statesman will hold the position for the next three years, giving […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, celebrated its most successful Season 23 with its partners at its annual Awards Night. The Global Village Awards Night honoured partners, government authorities and members of the media who contributed to the success of its record-breaking […]

The 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) today approved the distribution of AED 1.07 billion (US$ 290 million) as dividend to the shareholders, representing 15 per cent of the share capital being 15 fils per share. The meeting approved the report by the Board of Directors on the activities and […]

Liv., the digital-only lifestyle bank by Emirates NBD has announced an exciting new promotion, offering one lucky customer the chance to win his or her private island. Existing and new customers are being invited to participate in this unique and exciting campaign that will run till end August 2019. Customers who use their Liv. app […]

Dubai Frame has been recognised at the MEED Projects Awards as the ‘Best Leisure Tourism Project’. The award underscores the unique position Dubai Frame occupies among tourist and urban attractions around the world, with its architectural design that has caught the attention of a large number of visitors to the emirate. Talib Julfar, CEO of […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted an event earlier today which provided entrepreneurs with legal and human resources advice, in addition to mentorship, networking and practical tips for finding the right co-founder for their businesses. The exclusive event was held at Dubai Chamber’s premises and attended by applicants […]

Reel Cinemas, the world-class cinema experience by Emaar Entertainment, has opened the first phase of its much-awaited megaplex at Al Ghurair Centre, the Middle East’s first shopping destination. With 8-screens now open as part of the first-phase launch, movie-goers from the neighboring areas can enjoy world-class cinematic experiences with comfortable and quality viewing. Located in […]

Careem, the leading internet platform in the greater Middle East has launched its Roadside Assistance service in Dubai, the service will later expand to additional areas in the UAE. Roadside Assistance includes emergency services ranging from battery boosting to on-site battery replacement to emergency fuel delivery at a fixed price of 100AED with an additional […]

Central to our identity, spoken or written, words connect us, helping us say what we think and be understood. The strength of words has the power to make us happy – or sad. The first internationally recognized phonetic alphabet was created by NATO in 1956. A for Alpha and B for Bravo are known by […]

Commemorating the international environmental awareness date of Earth Day, Dulsco – the leading environmental solutions provider and Official Waste Management partner of Expo 2020 Dubai – hosted ‘Clean-up 4 a Purpose’ – a clean-up and recycling activity in collaboration with Expo 2020 Dubai and environmental campaigning organisation, DGrade, with a total of half a ton […]

Al-Futtaim Toyota, in partnership with the Ministry of Economy, is offering Toyota owners free vehicle health checks and 30% off on parts and labour for cars that need repair, to celebrate the Year of Tolerance and to promote safe driving among residents and reduce accidents across the UAE. The move supports the goals of the […]

Motorists in Dubai can now breathe a sigh of relief following the launch of ServiceMyCar.ae, the region’s first online car servicing and repair platform that enables vehicle owners to remotely book their cars for service and repairs. ServiceMyCar.ae eliminates the need for car owners to physically take their vehicles to the garage or even worse, […]

Al Ghurair Centre, the region’s first shopping destination and one of Dubai’s longstanding flagship icons, announces the completion of Reel Cinemas megaplex much-awaited phase one. This state-of-the-art cinema follows Reel Cinemas’ latest strategy of digitization with a focus on reshaping ‘moviegoing’ as a distinctive ‘lifestyle experience’. The first phase of the cinema experience will boast eight new […]

Jazzy Jeff is heading back to Dubai for one night only and is set to headline at his (and Dubai’s) favourite beach bar – Barasti Beach. The Magnificent will be making his return to the legendary beach club this weekend! Mark your dairies for Friday 26th April for what is set to be an incredible performance at Sugar Beach. Jazzy […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai is partnering with e25, Emaar’s in-house innovation lab, to provide privileges and facilities for holders of DED Trader licences via Letswork, the first start-up launched out of e25. As per the agreement, Letswork will provide DED Trader licence holders […]

The brand-new LED lights installed all over the Faldo Course at Emirates Golf Club are in full swing and night golf just keeps getting better. After 7.00pm, Spike Bar calls all golfers to get their game on at the Faldo Course throughout the week. Guests not only receive an amazing AED 65 to spend on […]

Ellington, Dubai’s leading design-led property developer, marked a gala celebration with home-owners of Belgravia II, which was handed over to customers in February this year. Located centrally in Jumeirah Village Circle, the aesthetically designed Belgravia II underlines the unique design value proposition that Ellington brings to its projects. With 188 homes handed over, Belgravia II […]

The inaugural Big C Forum witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Dubai-based holding company Meraas and Singapore-based Chinese company Samanea Group that will see the launch of an AED1 billion mall by Q2 2021 near Dubai International City. Six key Chinese manufacturers and businesses also signed the letter of intent. Samanea […]

RAKBANK and Coca-Cola Arena announced a five-year partnership today to facilitate seamless transactions for the arena visitors. The agreement solidifies RAKBANK’s role as a Founding Partner and an Official Retail Bank of Coca-Cola Arena. Through the partnership RAKBANK will provide innovative solutions to eager show attendees and offer eligible customers access to the Bank’s premier […]

Taking its environmental responsibilities seriously and championing wildlife conservation across different corners of the planet, the Emirates Group is playing its part to support and preserve biodiversity. The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley in Australia both illustrate the Group’s long-standing focus on protecting fragile ecosystems and support for sustainable tourism in […]

It is time to be summer-ready and that means having the right sportswear to keep yourself fit. Dubai Marina Mall, the popular lifestyle destination in Dubai Marina, is hosting an exclusive Sports Week, offering stellar deals on leading sports-wear brands. From April 23-30, select sports retailers at Dubai Marina Mall will offer 25 per cent […]

Club Vista Mare on Palm Jumeirah is hosting an invigorating eighth edition of Core Beats – the immensely popular, free-to-attend beach yoga and fitness concert – to help kick-start your summer fitness routine. Held on the beach offering spectacular views, the event has hosted over 2,000 participants so far. Join the event along with your […]

Having opened its first venue in the UAE at Citywalk in March 2017, the award winning Sarabeth’s Kitchen & Bakery celebrates its two-year anniversary with the launch of its second branch at the city’s iconic Mall of The Emirates. Open to public from 18 April 2019, the new bakery and dining destination is situated on […]

Emirates and SpiceJet have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enter into a reciprocal codeshare agreement, which is set to open new routes and destinations for passengers travelling between India and popular destinations across Africa, America, Europe and the Middle East. Subject to necessary government approvals, the partnership will enable Emirates’ passengers to enjoy seamless […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community, hosted a Science Fun Day in partnership with Foremarke School, one of the leading British preparatory schools in Dubai. The community event featured several activities centred around science, sports, health as well as the arts. The event aligned with DSP’s mission to raise public awareness about […]

Government-led policy initiatives and investments, improved growth prospects in trading partners, and preparation to host Expo 2020 are providing the bedrock for increased private sector credit and investment in Dubai. As a result, real GDP growth rates in the short to medium term are projected to reach 2.1%, 3.8% and 2.8%, in the years 2019, […]

Nasimi Beach is kicking off summer in style with Dubai’s ultimate retro party, featuring the best throwback tunes, tasty treats, free-flowing beverages and lashings of sunshine from 12pm to 8pm on Friday 3rd May. Revellers will dance the day away to the best ’70s, ’80s and ’90s hits as they enjoy a range of great games, […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has shortlisted the top 10 candidates for the 4th Dubai Smartpreneur Competition who will compete in the final round later this month. The top three winners of the competition will be named during the closing ceremony of the Enterprise Agility Forum 2019 on April 30th, […]

Chef Mohammad Orfali, star of the Middle East’s leading food channel, Fatafeat, has extolled the virtues of Singapore as the destination for Muslim tourists who have a passion for food. Chef Mohammad believes that Singapore’s melting pot of flavours, combining Chinese, Indian, Malay and Peranakan influences, makes it a must-visit destination for any foodie. It […]

City Centre Deira gives you more reasons to smile this summer with its popular SMILE Campaign where everyone walks away a winner until May 4. This year’s edition is bigger than ever with more surprises and an opportunity to win your dream vacation on the spot during the campaign. City Centre Deira has partnered with […]

Meydan One, Dubai’s next-generation lifestyle and retail destination set to launch in 2020, today announced its partnership with E-Karting, a leader in the karting entertainment business, to launch the region’s first indoor electric go-karting track. The multi-level, 4,000-square-meter e-track is also scheduled for completion in 2020, with the environment-friendly karting experience poised to add another […]

California is known to be the sunniest state in the United States which make it the perfect destination to beach-hop in style during summer months. Think Malibu, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. California is also the home to Hollywood and celebrities and fashion icons like the Kardashian-Jenner clan, Gossip Girl star Blake Lively, America’s Next […]

Dubai Municipality has announced several investment opportunities in the emirate’s public parks, such as the event spaces, and the allocation of different areas for restaurants and small shops, within the investment map of each park managed by the Municipality. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said that the Municipality aims to support the […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) will host the Women’s Health and Wellbeing Conference on April 25 to highlight the best practices in women’s healthcare and human development, and provide training in meditation, well-being and happiness. To be held at the headquarters of Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the conference will focus on promoting women’s […]

Another AHPRC League has come to a close and had four teams compete in the week-long tournament: DATE TEAMS FINAL SCORE 15th April Los Alerces vs. AM Polo 6 – 6.5 Hesketh Polo vs. Habtoor Polo 4 – 8 17th April Habtoor Polo vs. Los Alerces 8 – 9 AM Polo vs. Hesketh Polo 5 – 7 […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the integrated free zone technology park, announced that it has obtained the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) v4.1 Platinum certification in the Operations and Maintenance (O+M) category for its High Bay Building in DSO. Dr Juma Al Matrooshi, Deputy CEO […]

His Excellency Dr. Amin Hussein Al Amiri, Assistant Undersecretary for Public Health Policy and Licensing, Ministry of Health and Prevention (MoHAP), inaugurated the new plant for Geltec that manufactures dietary supplements and medicines at the National Industries Park (NIP) of DP World. The opening ceremony was attended by Mr. Ahmad Al Haddad, Chief Operating Officer, […]

Last weekend City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle neighbourhood by Meraas, kicked off its 10-day motoring show, ‘City Overdrive’. Running until 20 April, the action-packed event is showcasing more than 80 unique custom-built cars, classic models, super cars, monster trucks and modified bikes. This is more than just a display of some of the most […]

Town Square Dubai by Nshama, which focuses on building homes highly sought-after by families in trendy neighborhoods away from the bustle, will hand over 5,000 additional residences this year taking the total number of homes handed over to more than 6,600. By end-2019, Town Square Dubai will be home to over 18,000 people making it […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a science and healthcare-focused business community, brought together leading experts to discuss the merits and challenges of public and private healthcare systems with the aim of determining which model works best for patients, medical services providers and the economy. The significant discussions took place as part of the sixth edition of […]

Emirates will be providing more options and choice for its customers in Riyadh with the introduction of the first scheduled Airbus A380 service to the capital city, effective 21 April 2019. Riyadh will be the 51st destination to join the Emirates A380 network. Flight EK 817/818, currently operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will now be […]

FedEx Express, the world’s largest express transportation company and a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), has been recognized for the ninth consecutive year as one of the top places to work in the UAE.  The company has been ranked sixth, moving up four places from last year. With more than 300 organizations in the […]

Ascots and Chapel’s The British luxury couturier from Mayfair London, who specializes in creating fine, personalized and bespoke garments for discerning gentlemen partnered with Chivas for Their Crafted for Senses series, where their Whiskey connoisseur Joe Shields provided an insight into what goes into crafting the perfect whiskey. Ascots and Chapels views this partnership as […]

Al Seef, the bustling waterfront destination by Meraas, has been inspiring visitors to unleash their creativity with their vibrant art exhibition, a ‘Walk into Art, Culture and Tolerance’ . Image 1: That hump day feeling. Image 2: In-tree-guing: kids, young and old branching out to try something different at Al Seef.   Image 3: Weaving a web […]

The Commercial Compliance & Consumer Protection (CCCP) Sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED), Dubai, held a workshop for suppliers, business groups and major outlets in Dubai recently to ensure that traders are fully prepared to meet the demand anticipated during Ramadan. The workshop was aimed to maintain transparency across buying and selling in […]

Ahmad Bin Shafar, CEO of Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, stressed that Empower will continue its pioneering role in the district cooling sector and its efforts to transform Dubai into a global hub for clean energy and green economy. Dubai has been named as the ‘Champion City’ […]

Emirates is introducing seasonal treats to celebrate Easter on board and in select airport lounges worldwide. The Easter menu is available to customers in all cabin classes from 19 to 23 April when travelling from Dubai to destinations in Europe, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Argentina, Brazil, South Africa, Ghana and the Philippines. Emirates will also […]

After the resounding success of “Agnes” in 2017, followed by the widely acclaimed “Carnage” in 2018, Orb Theatricals brings to you their third full-length in 2019! A poignant play about depression and its consequences, ‘Night, Mother is a 1983 Pulitzer Prize winning drama by Marsha Norman that was also nominated for the Tony Awards in […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, hosted senior dignitaries HE Zurab Pololikashvili, Secretary-General, World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and HE Mohammed Al Mheiri – Undersecretary, Minister Advisor for Tourism Affairs, greeted by Ahmed AlRayyes, Chief Retail and Hospitality Officer, DXB Entertainments to showcase the varied attractions at the destination.

Meraas today confirmed that Ain Dubai will be completed in time for Expo 2020 Dubai celebrations. Standing at over 250 metres high, the structure will be over 200 percent taller than the first ever Ferris wheel, demonstrating Meraas’ continuous desire to push the boundaries of what’s possible with modern engineering and construction.Meraas also confirmed that […]

The Gov Games – the Dubai government’s high-energy team-building challenge – is going global by adding a new category for international city teams. H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of Dubai Executive Council, who conceived the Gov Games initiative, announced a decision to further evolve the […]

Hesham Abdulla Al Qassim, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Emirates NBD, rang the market-opening bell today at Nasdaq Dubai to celebrate the listing of US$1 billion conventional bond. The capital raised by the issue supports Emirates NBD’s regional and international business across diverse services including retail, wholesale and investment banking, private banking, asset management, […]

Emirates Aviation University, will return to the Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX) as a key participant from 17 to 19 April 2019. The exhibition will take place at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre in Dubai. . Amongst the range of student offerings that the University will showcase at the event, is a […]

In a cultural milestone for the UAE, Expo 2020 Dubai has commissioned the nation’s first opera. Combining Emirati and global talent, Al Wasl will span thousands of years, bringing to life the UAE’s rich heritage and sharing its innovative spirit with the world. Award-winning composer Mohammed Fairouz and author and librettist Maha Gargash, both UAE nationals, will […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, and Africa World Airlines (AWA), the Ghanaian airline headquartered in Accra, have announced a one-way interline agreement whereby Emirates customers can connect onto selected routes of Africa World Airlines’ network, opening up new African destinations for Emirates customers from May 2019. “The agreement between Emirates and Africa World Airlines […]

Dragon Mart is celebrating the inaugural Dubai Home Festival with a Shop & Win promotion that will see one lucky winner drive home in a brand new Volkswagen Tiguan. Shoppers can enter the draw by spending AED200 at stores selling indoor and outdoor furniture, home décor, lighting equipment and building materials at Dragon Mart from […]

Grab your clubs and sunscreen as The Els Club, in Dubai Sports City, is relaunching its successful Summer Privilege Card (SPC) enabling golfers to secure fantastic deals during the warmer summer months. Running from the beginning of May until the end of September, individuals or families can choose four out of the five months to […]

Little munchkins are in for a ‘reel’ treat as Dig It and Reel Cinemas at The Springs Souk have introduced a host of limited time offers to keep them truly entertained. Until May 30, visit The Spring Souk and immerse in a fun-packed experience with these incredible offers. Visitors can avail the Dig It pass […]