The talented R&B singer and Teen Choice award winner Zendaya joined Dubai’s key influencers at an exclusive event held at Al Bayt, the lavish lobby lounge of The Palace Downtown Dubai. After being welcomed by Mr. Fabrice Ducry, General Manager of the hotel, the group including local personalities, were treated to a Royal Afternoon Tea […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the infrastructure for Landscaping the 1st Interchange of the Sheikh Zayed Road Project, linking the Business Bay [RTA completes infrastructure for landscaping 14 hectares at SZR] The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the infrastructure for Landscaping the 1st Interchange of the Sheikh Zayed Road Project, […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa, serves up an array of delectable delights, soothing spa treatments and exclusive  business treats for the whole year at City Centre Deira. Mall visitors will get the chance to savour special offers: salon services and dine-for-free options. […]

Experience the best of the Tokyo food scene with a dedicated week of nothing but great Japanese cuisine at Latitude from 2 to 9 September 2015. Chef Azri Bin Che Ishak brings over 20 years of experience in a worldwide selection of signature restaurants and will be cooking live throughout Tokyo Week in one of […]

Mall of the Emirates, the regions first shopping resort and flagship luxury destination, is enhancing visitors experience by now offering additional 1, 300 parking spaces on level 4, as part of its strategic redevelopment, Evolution 2015. Now featuring a total of 7,200 parking spaces, Mall of the Emirates visitors can drive up to the new […]

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

First store in Kuwait and third GCC store for the Belgian established luxury leather goods brand Kuwait City, 25 August 2015: 360 MALL, Kuwaits iconic shopping mall owned by Tamdeen Shopping Centers, has brought the world’s oldest luxury leather goods manufacturer, Delvaux, to Kuwait for the very first time. The Delvaux boutique was opened in partnership with the Dubai Holding […]

Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, has announced a second daily A380 service to Frankfurt, adding 1,155 seats a week on the route, with 280 in First Class and Business Class. Commencing 1st January 2016, Emirates flights EK47/48, currently operated by a Boeing 777-300ER, will be up-gauged to an A380. The first […]

Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai, will offer the largest hotel event space in the United Arab Emirates when the Fort Island expansion is completed in October 2015. Set over 1,750 square meters, the space has tripled in size and is set to host banquets, parties, exhibitions, product launches, music concerts, weddings, sports events and festivals […]

Having mobile phones have become quite a normal thing for people of all ages nowadays. We all know how useful a mobile is but apart from all the useful things, mobile phones nowadays are becoming a distraction. Mobile phones have decreased the communication between members of the family. Before the internet was introduced to the […]

It is still early days for the Internet of Things (IOT), both here in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) and globally. But, according to IDC, signs that it will soon be mainstream are already appearing. For retail, this is literally true. All those digital signs popping up in shopping centres and airports in the […]

British Airways’ High Life Magazine has identified the top landmarks that define Britain in the 21st century in a three month-long campaign where readers were invited to name the buildings – both historic and new – they felt exemplify the United Kingdom. With daily flights from Kuwait to London Heathrow, residents in Kuwait can now […]

Over 4,000 contestants will be contesting in Western Union’s singing competition which is called ‘Camp ka Champ’. It is something for the labourers so that it could make the labourers happy and bring smiles to their faces. This competition was started in 2007 and has grown since then as they increased the number of participating […]

A new Wi-Fi router has been launched by Google called OnHub. This is Google’s latest move to get ready for the connected home and also because more users can be drawn to by Google for their services. OnHub is a cylindrical router which comes with inbuilt antennas that scan the airwaves to spot the fastest […]

Memphis Depay had a night to remember as Manchester United beat Belgian club Club Brugge 3-1 at Old Trafford and move a step closer to qualifying for the Champions League. The young Dutchman scored 2 fantastic goals and set up the third goal for Marouane Fellaini deep into stoppage time. Manchester United went into this […]

November 30th will be officially known as Martyrs’ Day in the UAE to mark the sacrifice of all those people who died in their particular line of duty in their country. This day will be marked on an annual basis and it recognizes the sacrifices and dedication of the Emirati Martyrs who have sacrificed and […]

Jumeirah Al Qasr “The Palace” invites guests to enjoy complimentary Club benefits on stays of five nights or more. The offer is valid on entry level rooms including the Arabian Deluxe or Ocean Deluxe. The award-winning property is one of the three grand boutique hotels within Madinat Jumeirah, the Arabian Resort of Dubai. Its decor, exquisite service and luxury […]

RTA’s Public Transport Agency has completed the installation of 3D maps of public bus routes in 16 bus stations in Dubai. The step is part upgrading works in bus stations in Dubai in the context of RTA’s efforts to bring happiness to bus riders through making the service more accessible. “The installation of newly designed […]

A six year old French child by the name of Maxence was born without a right hand but his wish of getting one was fulfilled due to an effort which shows an increased use of 3D printing technology to make prostheses. His mother said that he will be having a superhero hand and the colour […]

Yes, you heard it right? The record held by Burj Khalifa might be in danger. A Canadian company wants to build a tower which will enable astronauts to take an elevator part way into orbit. It would be 20 times higher than Burj Khalifa, which currently is the tallest building in the world which has […]

The Middle East’s premier motorcycle, music and lifestyle festival returns to Dubai on 22-24 October, and promises to be the biggest and best yet at a brand new home for 2015 – The Dubai Autodrome Now in its seventh year, Gulf Bike Week is the ultimate celebration of all things bike and motoring, making it […]

Dubai International Stadium yesterday hosted more than 30,000 people from the emirate’s Indian community who had gathered to see their country’s Prime Minister during his visit to the UAE. The stadium at Dubai Sports City, accustomed to hosting huge crowds for international cricket matches and concerts, proved the ideal location for the special public reception […]

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

Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies today announced four new weekly flights between Dubai and Phuket to commence on 1 December 2015. Adding a capacity increase of 57 percent the four new flights will introduce connectivity from most cities in the Americas for the first time as well as improve connections to […]

In the Gulf region, the blistering summer makes it difficult to find an outdoor location to spend time and relax. THE BEACH by Meraas offers a range of activities for families, young adults and children alike including beachside relaxation, fitness sessions, shopping and a range of tasty food outlets to choose from. THE BEACH is […]

Do you have a story to tell about the UAE or Emirati culture but you don’t know where to start? Emirates Literature Foundation is offering a Mentorship Programme to emerging women Emirati writers for a once-in-a–lifetime opportunity to have their work mentored by award-winning fiction writer, Liz Fenwick. She will mentor one candidate through the […]

HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed that the RTA would build 12 marine transport stations at the Business Bay Canal and the Dubai Water Canal. “Five of these stations are being built at the Dubai Water Canal project; which […]

The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is set to offer bike rental service along the line of the Dubai Tram. RTA will undertake this scheme over two phases, the first covers stations of Dubai Media City, The Palm Jumeirah, Knowledge Village, and Al Sufouh and the second phase covers JLT and Dubai Marina Stations as […]

Under the patronage of UN Messenger of Peace and Chairperson of International Humanitarian City (IHC) HRH Princess Haya bint Al Hussein, wife of His highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the IHC on 19th of August joined efforts with the international humanitarian community, […]

Well the weekend is finally here. The day that everyone waits for whether they are working or studying or are on a holiday anyways. Some spend the weekend just relaxing, while some go away for the weekend to a resort or something. Everyone spends their weekend doing different things. For those who are confused as […]

When you think about it, this title does make sense. In this world, there are many different categories of people when it comes to cleanliness. There are those who are so addicted to the fact that they need to have a clean house, not a spot of dirt or anything that makes their house look […]

Celebrate the highly anticipated Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) at The Dubai Mall with a whirlwind of family-oriented and entertainment activities. Do not hesitate to splurge this summer! For every AED 500 spent you will get a chance to win thousands of instant prizes worth up to AED 1 million. A highlight during DSS is the […]

Modhesh World now in its 16th never fails to impress children and adults of all ages. The 16th edition started on 9th July and will end on 5th September at the World Trade Centre. This year, the theme of Modesh World was, “Every Step is a new adventure”. Modhesh World always has something new to […]

Hollywood actress Jennifer Aniston will be the new celebrity who will be involved with Emirates Airlines after signing a 5 million dollar deal. With this deal, she will be a part of Emirates and will appear in a global digital and television campaign which will promote Emirates. Boutros Boutros, Emirates’ Divisional Senior Vice President for […]

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, a flagship asset of Emaar Retail LLC, is marking a global historic first with the launch of a pioneering assisted breeding programme for one of its star inhabitants, the Sand Tiger Shark. Dubai Aquarium has the largest of its kind aquarium population of Sand Tiger Sharks (Carcharias taurus), also known […]

The one thing on every one’s mind will be “Wow it’s finally here”. Yes, the City Slide is now coming to Dubai. We have known about slides in water theme park and other parks. But this is something completely new. City Slide Dubai as it’s called is a concept brought forward from other countries i.e. […]

Yes you heard it right. Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi will be coming to Dubai much to the delight of the Indian Community. The Indian Community is gearing up for Modi and all Indians living in the UAE are excited for the chance to see their beloved Prime Minister live. Narendra Modi will be coming […]

Art Dubai, Dubai Culture & Arts Authority, Delfina Foundation and Tashkeel are collaborating for the fifth year to run the artists-in-residency programme A.i.R Dubai. UAE-based artists are invited to apply for a place on this exciting programme working collaboratively with six artists and with the residency’s international curator and locally based assistant curator. The four […]

Emirates, a global connector of people, places and economies, today announced its sixth daily A380 service to Australia and second daily service to Singapore with the up-gauge of its current service between Dubai and Melbourne via Singapore. From the 1st of March 2016, EK404 and EK405 will be operated by Emirates flagship A380 aircraft, replacing […]

Meraas, a Dubai-based holding company, is set to launch ‘The Dome Box’, a dome theatre that will screen entertaining and educating cinematic productions. The Dome Box will captivate the senses in a dome with a 360-degree screen offering a unique audio-visual experience that narrates stories evoking wonder and awe. The cinematic explorations and on-screen adventures […]

This has been the thing that people have been talking about for some time. The trending topic if you would call it. This has been quite the shocking news for many people especially the Zimbabweans. People all around the world have been united in mourning Cecil and on everyone’s mind there was just one thing […]

The event that all football fans have been waiting for. The best league in the world is back for another mouth-watering and exciting season. The English Premier League or what people call, “The Barclays Premier League” begins on the 8th of August. This league consists of 20 of the top clubs in Britain. Each team […]

The Audi Cup got underway at the Allianz Arena yesterday as Real Madrid got through to the final as they defeated Tottenham Hotspurs. Real Madrid kicked things off when they faced off against the team from London. It was also a memorable moment for two Real Madrid players, Luka Modric and Gareth Bale as they […]

Famous for its very popular Bench Brunch every Friday from 10am to 3pm, The Pavilion Downtown Dubai has much more to offer the urban cosmopolitan scene. During these long hot months let The Pavilion Downtown Dubai cater to all of your needs, from its diverse and delicious menu that has multiple healthy options, to its […]

Progressive UAE-based home maintenance company, Hitches & Glitches, part of the Farnek Group, is offering its domestic customers a series of innovative and dedicated training courses for housemaids. Conveniently spread over two half days, the course will cover the ‘dos and don’ts’ of cleaning sanitary areas, living rooms, bedrooms and kitchen areas and will provide […]

Dubai Marina Mall, the premier retail and entertainment destination in Dubai Marina, is hosting a series of entertainment activities for the whole family as part of ‘Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS)’, until September 2, 2015. Children can meet their favourite character ‘Modhesh’, the official mascot of DSS, on August 15 from 4:30pm. Don’t miss the exciting […]

Book the perfect summer city escape at Jumeirah city hotels in Dubai and receive unlimited complimentary access to Dubai’s Wild Wadi WaterparkTM. The Jumeirah City Break offer includes Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Jumeirah Creekside Hoteland Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residences by Jumeirah Living. Guests also receive 20% off the best available rate when they book […]

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain scored the only goal of the match in the 24th minute to give Arsenal the win as they ran out 1-0 winners against Chelsea in the FA Community Shield. The midfielder’s goal proved to be the difference between the two sides in an important match which was played on a sunny afternoon at […]

Dubai Design Week and Beijing Design Week Organizing Committee are pleased to announce Dubai’s participation in Beijing Design Week (BJDW) as the Guest City for the upcoming 2015 edition, to be held from September 23 until October 7 in the Chinese capital. As part of a reciprocal agreement to foster further cultural exchange, BJDW will […]

Etisalat today announced the launch of the first interactive touch screen ‘Smart Service’ machine to sell new activated prepaid SIM cards for the first time in UAE. The automated innovative machine will enable customers to buy SIM cards within minutes with an inbuilt ability to verify the Emirates ID. At the time of the launch, […]

HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD and CEO of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA), said that DEWA is working in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, to host the best World Expo that the world […]

The delightful ‘Dine & Dream 2015’ campaign by Emaar Hospitality Group is rolling out a wealth of incredible offers to guests this summer. The food lovers’ ultimate fantasy, ‘Dine & Dream’ is designed to impress foodies with the most deliciously prepared dishes and also fulfil their wishes of experiencing a memorable trip to their favourite […]

OKKU Japanese Restaurant, Bar and Lounge, introduce their wonderful weekly edition to Tuesday Nights, Ladies Wine Club. Hosted by OKKU’s very own expert Head Sommelier, Eric Eybert,  between 6-10pm ladies are welcomed on a journey through iconic vin yards with three complimentary glasses of first class wines. With each glass served the OKKU team will […]

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

In response to strong demand, Emirates has confirrmed it will start operating a second daily service to Lisbon, Portugal from 1st January 2016. Timed to maximise a wave of new global connections to Lisbon, the second daily flight will offer travellers a convenient afternoon flight from Dubai to Lisbon helping to link customers in Australasia, […]

CITY WALK by Meraas invites visitors to find their inner child and relive the golden age of video games with the adrenaline-charged ‘Pixels in the City’. In line with the release of the much awaited ‘Pixels’ movie, classic arcade games such as Pacman, Mario Cart Single, Rambo and Speed Driver Twin will entertain crowds until […]

‘Blue Horse’, a painting by Dubai-based artist Sylvain Tremblay, was bought by Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, at a charity auction in London, it was announced today by Canadian University Dubai, where Tremblay is a guest lecturer. The proceeds of the auction are earmarked for charities supporting sustainable water projects internationally. Tremblay, who is best […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa, announced an early start of its Dubai Summer Surprises celebrations, in partnership with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE). From the first day of Eid Al Fitr until September 5, 2015 across City Centre Deira, City Centre […]

CITY WALK, THE BEACH and BOXPARK, three Dubai-based retail developments by Meraas, have jointly collected over 3,000 books as part of a unique ‘Book Donation’ initiative hosted at the retail establishments to mark the spirit of giving during the Holy Month of Ramadan. A collaborative effort between the retail entities at the three destinations and […]

Atlantis, The Palm welcomes its newest family attraction this summer with the launch of Atlantis Family Fun Factory, an exciting indoor entertainment destination packed with video games, prizes, treats and arts and crafts, all available for unlimited play at one fixed price: perfect for keeping youngsters (and parents) entertained during the summer months. Taking place […]

Dubai Marina Mall, the premier retail and entertainment destination in Dubai Marina, will host a range of exciting activities for the whole family to celebrate Eid Al Fitr from the first day of Eid until July 22, 2015. This Eid, little ones can bring their own teddy bears and join ‘Forever Friends Teddy Bears Picnic’ […]

This summer, Emirates’ award-winning ice entertainment system debuts two famous YouTube channels ‘Cute Girls Hairstyles’ and ‘Brooklyn & Bailey’. Known for their hairstyle tutorials, fashion and beauty vlogs, the two channels have over 5 million subscribers and over half a billion views combined on YouTube. Families gearing up for their summer break can look forward […]

BurJuman Centre will put its ‘petal’ to the metal on July 21st with the launch of a limited – time, ‘Flower Power’ fest featuring a kaleidoscope of floral displays, workshops for adults and a kids craft area, all designed to celebrate the floral form in all its glory. Visitors to the mall are invited to stroll through and interact with over […]

Fashion Forward (FFWD), the region’s definitive fashion platform, returns for its sixth season this October. Once again, the best couture, ready-to-wear and accessories designers of Middle Eastern origin or region-based will showcase their latest collections. Since its launch in April 2013, FFWD has hosted five successful events which have seen members of the regional and […]

The inaugural ‘Innovation 4 Impact’ Competition, hosted by Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO) the integrated free zone technology park, and the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Centre (DIEDC) in collaboration with Thomson Reuters, will take centre-stage at the Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES 2015) that will run from […]

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hotel company, and member of Dubai Holding, is offering Gulf residents 10% off Best Available Rate and a complimentary chauffeur ride to one of Dubai’s shopping malls this summer with their partners, Careem, the Middle East and North Africa’s leading app for booking private cars. The offer is in conjunction […]

THE BEACH, the upbeat outdoor destination by Meraas, hosted notable Emirati authors to celebrate the love of reading during the Holy Month of Ramadan with #Story to Share Book Donation Campaign. Authors Omar Al Busaidy (Just Read It), Alia Al Hazami (Alatash), and UAEBBY board member Maitha Al Khayat (Illustrator), along with Iman Ben Chaibah, […]

The number of refugees fleeing the conflict in Syria to neighbouring countries has now passed four million, confirming that crisis as the world’s single largest refugee crisis for almost a quarter of a century under UNHCR’s mandate. New arrivals in Turkey and updated data from the Turkish authorities on refugees already in that country have […]

Etisalat Group, the leading telecommunications operator in Middle East, Africa and Asia, will offer its subscribers across 19 markets free access to Wikipedia via Wikipedia Zero. Wikipedia Zero is the Wikimedia Foundation’s global initiative to enable everyone to access and participate in Wikipedia, the world’s largest free knowledge resource. The collaboration between Etisalat and the […]

Live Nation Middle East is excited to announce that BLAZE The Show, a high energy non-stop street dance and break dance show, will be a main event of this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), the biggest summer celebration in the region. BLAZE will be live at Centrepoint Theatre, DUCTAC, Mall of the Emirates from Thursday, […]

Dr. Bertrand Piccard, one of The Solar Impulse 2 pilots, which made global aviation history this weekend, will speak publically for the first time since breaking the world record at the Global Solar Leaders Summit. The summit will take place on 14tth September alongside Gulf Sol 2015, which starts on Monday 14th September until 16th September […]

At 150 years old, Printemps is in its prime and full of splendor, more determined than ever to remain a key, thrilling part of a Parisian lifestyle focused on character, inspiration and new discoveries. Window displays designed by Steve Hiett The departement store asked the renowned British photographer Steve Hiett to capture the essence of […]

This summer, Coya Dubai supports its first CSR initiative to promote sustainability in collaboration with ARTSPACE. From July until the 15th of August, this multi-dimensional Peruvian outlet showcases its first public recycled art display by Ocean Sole and a photographic project ‘Genesis’ by renowned Brazilian photojournalist Sebastio Salgado. Supported by ARTSPACE, Ocean Sole– a collection […]

Thousands of ds of shopping enthusiasts continue to stream into the Ramadan Night Market as the souq completed its fourth day at Sheikh Rashid Hall, Dubai World Trade Centre. The exhibition that opens at 8pm and closes at 2am every night surpasseda staggering 40,000 visitors with the number expecting to grow further. Offering a wide […]

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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