Emirates has partnered with the International Air Transport Association (IATA) to become one of the first airlines in the world to trial IATA Travel Pass – a mobile app to help passengers easily and securely manage their travel in line with any government requirements for COVID-19 testing or vaccine information. IATA Travel Pass enables Emirates […]

Homegrown UAE brand JA Resorts & Hotels has completed an employee vaccine drive at JA The Resort in which of 80% of all eligible employees across 7 Dubai hotels and resorts, have received the first dose of the Sinopharm COVID-19 vaccination. The voluntary and free vaccine was made available to all staff at an onsite […]

For the first time ever, in partnership with ​The Department of Tourism & Commerce Marketing (DTCM), Dubai Festival City Mall, part of Al-Futtaim Group is transforming its Festival Bay, the waterfront promenade from 6th January to 10th April to launch a series of ‘’On the Creek’’ outdoor experiential activations. The first chapter of the series, […]

The latest crop of young stars to emerge on the European Tour will be aiming to add to their burgeoning trophy cabinets as the prestigious Dallahtrophy is once again up for grabs at the OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic from January 28-31. Reigning Sir Henry Cotton Rookie of the Year Sami Välimäkiwill be joined by fellow […]

With the start of the new year, many of us feel inspired to wipe the slate clean and start being the healthiest version of ourselves. With that in mind, ‘Veganuary’ is one of the most adapted healthy eating trends by many individuals every year, which involves eating more plant-based food and cutting down on dairy […]

The Emirates Group today rolled out a COVID-19 vaccination programme for its substantial UAE based workforce in coordination with the Dubai Health Authority and the Ministry of Health and Prevention. The inoculation drive began this morning, with priority being placed on its frontline aviation workforce, including Cabin Crew, Flight Deck and other operationally focused roles. […]

This DSF, Nakheel Malls, the retail arm of master developer Nakheel,has teamed up with game-changing lifestyle resort Kandima Maldives to offer the chance for UAE residents and visitors to win the ultimate active lifestyle holiday. Visitors to The Pointe, Nakheel Mall, Palm West Beach or Club Vista Mare will have the opportunity to shop, dine, and […]

Set in a beautifully landscaped surrounding, Dubai Festival City’s family-friendly sports and social destination, Al Areesh Club, a part of the Al-Futtaim Group, recently announced the completion of its renovation giving it a fresh look. With the aim of improving the health of the Dubai Festival City community and engaging the residents and visitors in […]

On Wednesday 27 January 2021, at 11 am (UAE time), ONLY webinars will be hosting a webinar titled, ‘How to use WhatsApp as an effective Sales Medium to boost your business’. This webinar is sponsored and presented by Freshworks Inc. Freshworks Inc. provides innovative customer engagement software for businesses of all sizes, making it easy […]

The Dubai Gold & Jewellery Group’s ongoing ‘NON-STOP WINNING’ jewellery campaign, held in association with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) is turning out to be a compelling reason amongst the jewellery buyers to shop, thereby, increasing the participation in this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival. With more than thousands of participants in the first 30 days of […]

As a micro-blogging where posts are restricted to 280 characters, Twitter’s methodology of utilizing quickness separates it from the other social media giants like Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Twitter is a spot for brief considerations, and in any event, when the interpersonal organization multiplied the character furthest reaches of tweets from 140 to 280 characters, […]

By offering the consumers what it is they’re asking whenever they’re constantly searching for it, content marketing prioritizes sales. Content marketing are among the most powerful, realistic, and helpful digital marketing tactics which can be used by your company to connect and engage new consumers and quality members. According to Hubspot,Content marketers that value blogging […]

du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), and Etisalat, from Emirates Telecommunication Group Company, have announced the finalization of their master developer agreements(MDA) with Emaar Properties, the global property developer and provider of premium lifestyles. As part of the new partnership, both operators will, through the Taawun infrastructure deployment initiative, cover Emaar’s major projects, providing […]

This edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will feature the highest value prize in the history of the annual retail and entertainment event as part of the DSF Supercar Raffle, a W Motors Fenyr SuperSport worth AED6 million. The one-of-a-kind mega raffle is a partnership between Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), organiser of […]

Becky Hayward of the UK and Norway’s Ingrid Feliza Fuglestad topped the overall charts in the 10K and 5K Run, while Shamsa Salim of the UAE was fastest in the 2.5K Run of the opening stage of the four-stop Dubai Women’s Running Challenge, which attracted more than 300 enthusiasts to Dubai Safari Park on a […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, is calling on adventure enthusiasts across the UAE and beyond to visit the park and take a tour round the incredible Ripley’s Believe It or Not!® museum attraction. After decades of thrilling audiences around the world, the famed attraction […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) supports Dubai’s efforts to overcome the COVID-19 pandemic, in cooperation with the public and private sector to keep society safe, and accelerate digital transformation for customers and employees. HE Saeed Mohammed Al Tayer, MD & CEO of DEWA, said DEWA is committed to the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed […]

Beautiful paintings and photographs depicting the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Metro, the UAE’s Hope Probe to Mars, and more are in the spotlight at an art exhibit taking place on the banks of the Dubai Creek. Held at the Dubai Shopping Festival […]

The sun is shining, the weather is perfect and there’s so much to see, do and enjoy during a great Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) weekend. Dubai’s idyllic winter season continues along with DSF’s fun-packed offerings, with amazing alfresco activities, super promotions, family entertainment and great food available alongside in-mall sales and mega deals right across […]

Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, has announced guests will be given the chance to win Limited Edition Silver Tickets each and every week. Beginning this week, every person who downloads the Global Village app and registers their details will have the opportunity to win […]

The globally acclaimed Time Out Market, currently located in city hotspots around the world, is set to open its first Market in the Middle East early 2021. Time Out Market Dubai will offer a curated mix of Dubai’s famed homegrown culinary and cultural concepts. Time Out Market Dubai, located in Souk Al Bahar, will be […]

Families and groups of friends dining under the stars can enjoy great food and spectacular fireworks displays each weekend of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF). The fireworks combine perfectly with a wide range of delicious cuisines from around the world, all served alfresco at the superb selection of cafes, restaurants and eateries available at Al […]

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs – Dubai (GDRFA–Dubai) and the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Dubai Tourism) have signed a strategic partnership agreement to enhance cooperation and promote online services and platforms designed to facilitate processes for the issuance of residency permits for various investor programmes and special visas.  These include […]

wasl properties, a subsidiary of wasl Asset Management Group, has announced the commencement of handover for its Park Gate Residences, the first phase ofthe wasl1 development, with customers receiving the keys to their ready-to-move-in units. The move reconfirms wasl’s commitment to delivering on its promises despite the challenges that were posed by the pandemic last […]

The wait is almost over! BOLLYWOOD PARKS™ Dubai is set tore-launch on 21st January 2021 with nine new and action-packed world-class rides, an authentic Bollywood themed shopping experience at the Bollywood Souq Bazaar, and a spectacular Indian food and beverage offering like never before, including the debut of its Namaste India restaurant. Promising ‘Endless Fun For […]

For businesses, WhatsApp Enterprise is a free app that lets them have a business presence on the world’s largest messaging platform. The app helps organisations to connect via instant text messages with clients and has a far better response rate than conventional contact methods. On a range of smartphones, WhatsApp is a free texting and […]

Antar, the falcon of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, had a strong participation in the Fazza Championship for Falconry–Telwah, organised by the Hamdan Bin Mohammed Heritage Centre (HHC) at Dubai’s Al Ruwayyah desert area on Tuesday morning. Antar competed in the tightly contested 400-metre race for […]

Sunset Hospitality Group (SHG) announces the addition of RAISE Fitness & Wellness to its growing portfolio of experiences, marking the Group’s entry into the world of wellness and fitness. RAISE Fitness & Wellness is a new concept, developed to be inclusive and aims to provide comfort, positivity and guidance to health and fitness for everyone. […]

Taking place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansoor Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of Dubai Sports Council, the 16th running of Hankook 24H DUBAI will bring Dubai Autodrome alive this weekend with more than 250 drivers across 54 cars, representing 12 brands and 33 nationalities, on the grid in one of the […]

A host of Major champions will tee it up at this month’s OMEGA Dubai Desert Classic as Shane Lowry, Ernie Els, Padraig Harrington, Graeme McDowell, Henrik Stenson, Danny Willett and Martin Kaymeradd their firepower to an already stellar cast confirmed to play. With Collin Morikawa, Justin Rose and Sergio Garcia previously announced, there are 10 […]

Everskilfully performed and imaginatively realised, Billionaire Dubai brings forth the incredible hand-to-hand act, Duo Ballance, to its already impressive portfolio of internationally recognized live performances. Hailing from Romania, Duo Ballance are an award-winning hand-to-hand act, who flawlessly execute one-armed handstands, counterbalances and gravity-defying moves.  Gathering standing ovations worldwide, Duo Ballance have won the Silver Clown […]

As part of Dubai’s commitment to be the region’s most sustainable financial city and to develop human capital skills needed for the future, DIFC Academy has partnered with Candriam Academy to offer the world’s first free-to-access accredited training platform for sustainable and responsible investing. The partnership between the DIFC and Candriamis in line with the […]

Defying the overall sluggish sentiment of the global real estate market due to coronavirus-induced challenges, Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, has announced record sales for the last month of 2020. While many global industry players struggled during these testing times, 2020 proved to be a year of achievements and milestones for […]

Emirates has announced it will resume non-stop services to Seattle (from 1st February), Dallas and San Francisco (from 2nd March), offering its customers seamless connectivity via Dubai to and from popular destinations in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. The addition of these three destinations will take Emirates’ North American network to 10 destinations following the […]

Dubai Economy expects a 4% growth in consumption and demand levels in the emirate’s household consumption sector during 2021, compared to 2020, particularly following the launch of the free and extensive COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Dubai. The escalation expected is based on monitoring and analysis of recent data on aviation and tourism into Dubai and […]

In celebration of the 26-year anniversary of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), Mall of the Emirates andCity Centre have launched a full and exciting programme of events to reward visitors. Mall of the Emirates and City Centre Mirdif Some of the region’s most famous TikTokers will be on-hand to enliven the malls’ DSF celebrations with […]

With only two days to go before the close of registration for the first stage of the four-part Dubai Women’s Running Challenge, Dubai Sports Council has urged women of all nationalities to rush and not risk missing out on a unique experience. Organised in collaboration with Dubai Municipality under the slogan “It is good to […]

Tired of all the cooking over the holidays? Give yourself a break from the kitchen and order delicious, high-quality meals from Abela Online. Abela Online is helping busy families by providing prepackaged, ready-to-heat meals made by award-winning chefs, using locally sourced and ethical ingredients. From Roasted Tomato Soup and crispy Falafels to authentic Russian Beef […]

An efficient digital strategy will assist you to make appropriate decisions to make an online business efficient. A model of the strategic plan offers a framework that supports a conceptual model to be followed to ensure the inclusion of all main strategy design and implementation actions. You should have a digital marketing strategy in place […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has opened a virtual Open Day for vendors to ensure effective communication with this important business segment. The event aimed to screen the needs of clients in line with the vision of Dubai Government to facilitate the delivery of government services for the business sector in Dubai. Moreover, such gatherings […]

Much like the saying “new year, new me”, award-winning North American food concept Weslodge Saloon are showing us how it’s done by kickstarting 2021 as one-to-watch for live music, with some of Dubai’s most sought-after acts performing throughout the week. Giving us a glimpse into the nightlife scene found in the concept’s hometown of Toronto […]

Award-winning artist Kristel Bechara has unveiled a series of paintings that are inspired by the turbulent events of the past year, encouraging viewers to find hope from within. This series of paintings is named after an epic poem from the early fifth century AD by the Latin poet, Prudentius. Considered one of the most influential […]

Dubai Investments Park [DIP], the unique integrated commercial, industrial & residential community in the Middle East, wholly-owned by Dubai Investments PJSC, has increased the power generation capacity across DIP by 16.66%, facilitating a total power load of 1050 megavolt-amperes (MVA), with the 7th energised DEWA substation. As part of the ongoing strategic initiatives with DEWA, […]

Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics and real estate, announced that its Business Park succeeded in attracting 650 new companies as well as leasing of 945,488 square feet of space in 2020 despite the challenging times that businesses went through. In light of the impact of COVID-19on the business landscape […]

The Government of Dubai Media Office (GDMO), in partnership with Al Hudhud Publishing and Distribution, today launched ‘My Little World’, a collection of five stories written by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, based on his early life experiences. Blending engaging […]

Dubai Sports Council has honoured the Athletes of Determination who took part in the gruelling Garmin Quest 2020 challenge in Hatta last month. Training with the UAE’s Heroes of Hope programme for People of Determination, the 12 athletes, aged between 13 and 22, and representing many different countries, ran 5.5km on a rugged trail alongside […]

Emirates Post has announced that customers can renew their PO Box subscriptions starting from today until 28 February 2021. Subscriptions can be renewed at any Emirates Post Customer Happiness Centre, via the website www.emiratespost.ae or the Emirates Postmobile app. The service by Emirates Post offers customers – corporates and individuals – an official and verified mailing […]

Al Fardan Exchange has partnered up with ErosNow, one of the most prominent Indian entertainment brands. This partnership aims to reach consumers across the UAE, in which customers get a free one-month subscription for every successful transaction made. Any customer that sends over AED 1000 in a single transaction throughout the whole month of January, […]

SHUAA Capital psc (DFM: SHUAA), the leading asset management and investment banking platform in the region, today announced that it has successfully completed a debt buyout of Stanford Marine Group’s AED 1.13 billion (USD 308 million) facility, resulting in a successful outcome for all parties involved, including the participating banks. SMG is one of the […]

The Dubai Health Authority (DHA) has announced the addition of a seventh centre offering the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, as part of its COVID-19 vaccination campaign. Dr. Farida Al Khaja, CEO of Clinical Support Services and Nursing Sector at the DHA and Chairperson of the COVID-19 Vaccination Steering Committee, said the DHA has added Al Safa primary […]

In support of the UAE’s sustainable economic development, Dubai Customs has been able to meet the challenges of the global economic recession arising out of the Covid-19 pandemic. “The year 2020 saw new pioneering achievements for Dubai Customs in terms development of Customs work processes and innovation of new solutions and initiatives to ensure the […]

Dubai Shopping Festival’s (DSF) exciting and eclectic markets have proven to be a major highlight of this latest edition of the world’s biggest and best retail celebration, as families and shoppers enjoyed great retail experiences. With markets still attracting families and friends to diverse locations across Dubai, residents and visitors can make the most of […]

Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA)’s Youth Council organised 15 initiatives and programmes for more than 550 virtual participants in Q4 of 2020, in collaboration with DEWA’s local and international partners. The Council held virtual brainstorming sessions across all DEWA’s divisions to meet the needs of youth and listen to their views and aspirations. Youth […]

The streets of Downtown Dubai have been magically brought to life by a series of stunning illuminations that take residents and visitors on an enthralling journey of light and discovery as part of Dubai Shopping Festival’s (DSF) Al Hai project in partnership with Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Emaar. Featuring immersive, innovative […]

You certainly also need to have great topics about what to blog about before when you start a blog. Because when it comes to creating quality material, one blog posts after the next, it is often tough to stay consistent. First of all: understand what you need and want for your subscribers. For every article in your blog, […]

The real estate and properties transactions valued at AED4.3 billion in total during the week ending 7th January 2021. The sum of transactions was 1,546. According to the Department of Land and Property in Dubai, 109 plots were sold for AED438.22 million, 1,035 apartments and villas were sold for AED1.66 billion. The top three transactions […]

The fifth season of Dubai Sports Council Football Academies Championship will resume this Saturday at the Football Centre in Dubai Sports City following a three-week break for the holiday season. As the Championship resumes, all eyes will be on the exciting table-top clash between El Talento Football Academy and La Liga HPC in the Under-18 […]

The success of an organisation depends primarily on its capacity to provide outstanding customer service (CX). As consumer experience is subjective and mainly dependent on interpretation, there is no mechanism to measure Return on Investment (ROI). We analyze how you can use customer experience metrics in this blog post to evaluate how it improves revenue […]

UAE Team Emirates have arrived in Dubai, making their first stop at Emirates Group Headquarters today. The team will be in the UAE to complete their annual training camp ahead of the 2021 cycling season, starting with the UAE Tour on 21 February. This is UAE Team Emirates’ first public appearance in the emirates after […]