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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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