Emirates has taken off to Mexico City, marking the airline’s first passenger flight to Mexico. Emirates flight EK255, departed at full capacity with over 300 passengers, led a group of VIP guests and media on board, at 0330hrs local time this morning. Marking the importance of this new gateway in the Americas, the high profile delegation […]

Azizi Developments, one of the leading developers in the UAE, underlines its commitment to customer centricity and operational excellence by investing AED 40 million in its quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QC) department, doubling the headcount, as well as setting in place further plans and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). A customer-focused company, Azizi Developments […]

Emirates cabin crew has been named World’s Leading Cabin Crew 2019 at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony. The event marked the culmination of the WTA’s annual search for the finest travel and tourism organisations in the world, where winners of its six regional ceremonies compete for the coveted world titles. Emirates […]

Prepare to be wowed and taken on a journey of the world’s weirdest and wackiest oddities as Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural festival park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, celebrates the opening of the region’s first-ever Ripley’s Believe It or Not!® Odditorium on Sunday, 8th December. Delivering a […]

Change is coming to the world of air travel. In just over three weeks’ time, plastic cutlery, drinking straws, take-away food packaging and polythene bags will start to disappear from cafés, restaurants and shops at the world’s busiest international airport. The reason for this is Dubai Airports’ pledge in June 2019 to ban all single-use […]

All signs point to a whimsical and dreamy festive celebration this year at Manzil Downtown. From pre-Christmas bites to meet up with old friends or enjoy the company of family, to stress free celebration with Turkey takeaway and Christmas hampers, all things will be festive at the culturally inspiring boutique hotel. Manzil Downtown will be […]

Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Reviver Auto Accessories Trading Company (Regional Office of the American Reviver Auto Company) calling for experimenting the use of digital vehicle plates. Such plates are fitted with features such as monitoring traffic congestions, and licensing-related matters as well as road safety and security. […]

Daikin, the leading global innovator and provider of advanced, high-quality air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration (HVAC-R) products and solutions for residential, commercial and industrial applications, has revealed the signing of a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) aimed at enhancing cooperation between the two parties across various fields of […]

ENOC Group, the Official Integrated Energy Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai, has begun selling Expo-licenced merchandise at its ZOOM convenience stores, including Expo-branded souvenirs that include pins, magnets, stickers, keychains, notebooks, mugs, T-shirts, coffee, date bars and camel soap. All the products are manufactured by small and medium enterprises, SMEs, registered with the Expo 2020’s […]

The second Dubai Fashion Days extravaganza, organised by Hala China, will see the debut of new fashion lines from some of China’s most exciting up-and-coming designer labels at exclusive catwalk launches, directed by China’s ‘father of fashion’ Jerry Zhang, in Dubai this December. From well-established brands like Heaven Gaia and Jusere to emerging labels like […]

If you are among those keen to enjoy festive flavours and the best of spirits during the outdoor season, then get ready. Boxpark, Dubai’s hip urban destination by Meraas, is bringing ‘Gingerbread Land’ to visitors for days of baking fun for the whole family from 19 to 31 December. Join a tasty session of gingerbread […]

Get ready for the laughathon as the popular Indian stand-up comedians –Parvinder Singh and Manpreet Singh – are all set to tickle your funny bonein the upcoming show “The Sardars of Comedy”. The duo, with their Panjabi-laced humour, is as much known for their self-deprecating jibes as for their amusing outlook towards ordinary life experiences. […]

Christmas is upon us, and The Sustainable City is inviting the whole family on 14th December to experience this unique time of year through a celebration of light, warm vibes, a host of thematic events, and a visit from Santa to put a glowing smile on children’s faces. Feast your senses: Food lovers can rejoice […]

Dubai International Content Market – DICM, the dedicated marketplace for buying, selling and co-producing content in the MENA region, will kick off on the 9th of December 2019 at Jumeirah Beach Hotel Conference Centre in Dubai. Running until the 10th of December, the premier content fair DICM comes at an opportune time, as Dubai, which […]

PPP MENA Forum, the biggest annual gathering of government and business leaders from diverse countries, will be held in Conrad Dubai hotel on the 11th and 12th December 2019. The forum is organized by Great Minds Event Management to introduce exclusive and never heard before updates on various PPP project pipelines across all key sectors. […]

The 50th edition of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens raised the bar and made a significant mark on the UAE events calendar with over 100,000 fans walking through the gates at The Sevens Stadium and not only enjoying world-class action on the pitch but also pop sensation Kylie Minogue in concert on Friday night. The […]

Dubai Investments, the leading diversified investment company listed on the Dubai Financial Market, is participating at LPS Shanghai 2019 – the leading luxury real estate exhibition held in China from the Dec 6th – 8th 2019. Placed in the Dubai pavilion and showcasing the luxurious and mixed used project portfolio comprising of Mirdif Hills and […]

Emirates celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens in style, treating thousands of spectators and rugby-loving fans with not one, but two spectacular low-level flypasts above The Sevens Stadium with the Emirates A380 dressed in bespoke Dubai Rugby Sevens livery. Taking off from Dubai International Airport at 1425hrs, the Emirates A380 […]

France Stun Defending Champions New Zealand In Dubai France provided the first shock of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens 2019 women’s competition by beating defending champions New Zealand 19-14 in the final match of the pool stages on Friday. Les Bleues, who beat New Zealand for the first time in another pool decider in […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), an integrated free zone technology park, and Finsa, a Spanish industrial company, celebrated today the inauguration of Finsa Middle East’s new regional office at Dubai Digital Park in DSO. Dr Juma Al Matrooshi, Deputy CEO of DSOA, officially inaugurated the new office […]

In a first-of-its-kind reveal, Dubai’s iconic cityscape is set to be memorialized by the LEGO Group with the launch of the LEGO Architecture: Dubai Skyline. Beginning January 1st, the set inspired by some of Dubai’s most extraordinary landmarks will launch across LEGO Certified Stores and be made available for purchase at select retailers around the […]

The festive spirit is in full swing as Emirates prepares to serve 500,000 Christmas meals across all classes to customers travelling on select flights from December 9 to 31. In addition to a delicious festive menu, travellers can also enjoy nostalgic films and holiday treats across all cabin classes on board and on the ground. […]

Preparations for the 14th Dubai International Sports Conference (DISC) are in full swing as the organisers get ready to welcome football’s royalty for another edition of the world’s premium football forum, where the game’s top stakeholders assemble for extensive discussions on challenges facing the ever-evolving world of football. One of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline and Interjet Airlines, one of the fastest growing airlines in North America, have announced an enhanced interline agreement, which is set to open new routes and destinations for passengers travelling between Mexico, the Gulf and Middle East and beyond. With a single ticket, Emirates’ passengers can now seamlessly connect […]

‘Tis truly the season to be jolly as LEGOLAND® Dubai is set to transform into a winter wonderland for the entire family, with its Christmas Bricktacular celebrations taking from 12 December 2019 – 7 January 2020. Families can revel in the festive spirit with a special Elves Workshop and an Elf Bootcamp for little ones, […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has achieved a significant milestone in its sustainability journey. The ground handler ensured smooth and safe turnaround of a flydubai Next-Generation Boeing 737-800 aircraft using only zero-emission ramp ground support equipment (GSE) at Dubai International’s (DXB) Terminal 2. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, […]

Italy, among the first countries participating in the Universal Exposition to start building its own pavilion, has broken ground at Expo 2020 Dubai. Themed ‘Beauty connects people’, it will showcase its finest minds, talent and expertise and feature Innovation Hub, an innovatively designed structure inspired by the most advanced sustainability and circular economy standards. The […]

Skullcandy, the original lifestyle audio brand, relaunches in the Middle East at Sole DXB, the three-day lifestyle festival that will take place between the 5th to the 7th of December in the Dubai Design District (D3).  Youth, music lovers and tech savvy individuals can enjoy the freedom of sound by visiting the touch-and-try booth and experiencing the […]

With the launch of the 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival on 26 December set to kick off Dubai’s Retail Calendar 2020, leading retail groups have reaffirmed their commitment and support to ensure the success of the comprehensive programme of festivals, events and celebrations aimed at showcasing Dubai as the best shopping hub of the […]

Celebrating the great strides forward that rugby has taken in the UAE and the milestone 50th anniversary of the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens, Emirates is ramping up activities during the tournament, with exciting initiatives to engage with tournament visitors and fans of all ages over the three-day event. The 2019 Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens […]

The Roads & Transport Authority has announced the extension of the date of fully migrating their services from the Booking and Taxi Dispatch Centre to Hala e-hailing platform (a joint venture between The RTA and Careem) to January 15, 2020. The step is taken to avail clients more time to gradually prepare for this migration […]

Dubai Investments, the leading diversified investment company and Beit Al Khair, a Dubai based leading charity organization, delivered 9000 community meals in two hours and 52 minutes creating the Guinness World Records for the Most Community Meals delivered. The full-fledged set meal was delivered from a central point located within Dubai Investments Park 2, Dubai. […]

Dubai International Arbitration Centre (DIAC) recently held its annual conference in Dubai examining key aspects of the new UAE Arbitration Law and their impact on the DIAC Arbitration Rules, which apply to all disputes referred to DIAC arbitration. The conference, organised as part of Dubai Arbitration Week, attracted 200 participants, including legal experts, judges, businessmen […]

Dubai Economy has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with global digital payments leader, Visa, to promote cashless payments and business growth through leveraging Visa’s loyalty and merchant support assets. The two entities will co-operate to facilitate card payments and drive a cashless economy in partnership with merchants. The loyalty initiative seeks to bring on […]

A stellar cast of former Olympians will be in Dubai this weekend to give a masterclass in rhythmic gymnastics as the Dubai International Rhythmic Gymnastics DuGymCup returns for a fourth season with more than 500 young gymnasts from 60 clubs and representing 20 countries competing for honours. Supported by Dubai Sports Council and organised by […]

Unifeeder, a 100% owned subsidiary of DP World PLC, has announced the acquisition of a 77% stake in the Feedertech Group. The deal, which is expected to close in Q1/2020, is the latest step in DP World’s vision to build end-to-end logistics capability to serve the needs of shipping lines and cargo owners. The acquisition […]

Thirteen UAE-based volunteers have successfully completed a volunteering mission in Siw village in Senegal, where they participated in the construction of a new school. The diverse group, representing 11 nationalities and various professional backgrounds, was rigorously selected by Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, to form the volunteering force for […]

Beloved Emirati musician, Hamad Al Ameri leads a patriotic string of hits to celebrate the nation’s union for a special 48th National Day performance at Global Village. Hamad Al Ameri’s unforgettable performance draws a massive crowd to the Main Stage as he performs a grand rendition of patriotic songs. Headlining National Day celebrations at the […]

Emirates Skywards has launched Skywards Everyday, a location based app that gives members the power to earn Skywards Miles anytime, every day at their favourite retail, entertainment and dining outlets across the UAE. With Skywards Everyday, members earn Miles going about their daily routine – whether shopping for groceries or gifts, tucking into their favourite […]

Some of the world’s leading top-tier executives from the sports and entertainment industry, including the chief executive of World Rugby, will be in attendance as Dubai Sports Council hosts the iSportconnect Dubai Summit 2019 next week. Organised by iSportconnect, the largest global private network of sport business executives, the Summit, which is held in top […]

Building on the success of its first Future Economy Lab workshop series, Dubai Economy will bring together public and private sector stakeholders as well as the academia in a second series of discussions centred on three major sectors that holds great promise to Dubai’s economic future – the Gaming Industry, Circular Economy and Cashless Economy. […]

Scheduled to take place in Dubai, the China Homelife Exhibition returns to the city on December 17-19 at the Dubai Exhibition and Convention Centre. With over 2500 exhibitors and 100,000 products, they represent genuine and verified manufacturers. As the largest China sourcing event in the MENA and South East Asia, it covers a range of […]

Dubai Design District (d3), the Middle East’s premier creative platform dedicated to design, is getting ready for the region’s premier culture and lifestyle festival, Sole DXB. Dedicated to presenting the best of contemporary street culture, the event will revolve around fashion, music, film, visual arts and sport. Following its inaugural edition in 2010, attendance to Sole […]

The 10th anniversary of the Spinneys Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge, powered by ŠKODA and part of the UCI Gran Fondo World Series saw over 2,500 cyclists take part in the biggest Cycle Challenge weekend in the Middle East. Following three successful  Build-Up Rides with over 1,500 cyclists from September to November, the final race weekend was a huge success with an […]

More than 100 Expo 2020-backed innovators from every corner of the world descended on Dubai this week, coming together to share and exchange ideas around each of their uniquely creative solutions to some of the planet’s most pressing challenges. Hosted in Downtown Dubai, the three-day annual Expo Live Global Innovators Summit is a flagship event […]

Get ready to dance the weekend away at the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby Sevens’ 50-year playback festival.  Between 5th-7th December, three areas will come to life with music from DJs and tribute bands that will transport guests back in time and pay homage to each of the last five decades of the Dubai Sevens. The Green […]

Celebrating the unique unifying power of diversity in the UAE, the historic one-off Emirates A380 flight marking the 48th UAE National Day and the UAE Year of Tolerance has returned to Dubai International Airport. With over 540 passengers celebrating a shared sense of place and pride to call the UAE their home, the one-of-a-kind flight, unprecedented […]

The Emirates Group celebrated the UAE’s 48th National Day today with a range of activities at its headquarters in Dubai. His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline & Group commemorated the special occasion with a cake-cutting ceremony. In addition, Emirates Group staff at enjoyed a special Emirati […]

Emaar Entertainment is marking the upcoming 48th UAE National Day with special activities for the whole family. Visitors can immerse in the spirit of the nation and enjoy the national anthem at Dubai Ice Rink from December 1-3 daily between 16:30-17:00pm. To honor the spirit of the national day, Dubai Ice Rink has also organised […]

To celebrate the 48th UAE National Day, from December 1-3, The Dubai Mall will host a range of activities under the theme ‘Reflecting on the Past and Looking towards the Future’, to delight residents and visitors alike. Guests can explore elements of the UAE’s past through an exceptional photographic installation, the Watani Exhibition hosted at […]

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) celebrated the UAE’s 48th National Day with a series of cultural activities and performances including traditional music and dance reflecting the national values of the UAE. The celebration, widely attended by DIFC’s vibrant and lively community of more than 24,000 professionals, took place against the backdrop of the iconic Gate […]

Head to The Dubai Mall this Friday, November 29 as the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination, hosts the White Friday Sale. Shop from your favourite brands and enjoy savings of up to 70% across retailers with early parking from 8am and 3,000 new spaces at The Dubai Mall Zabeel. Food lovers can take advantage […]

In addition to Sole DXB’s stellar music, art, film, talks and basketball programme, the festival has teamed up with the world’s leading fashion houses and sports brands to offer guests a next level sartorial experience. Streetwear has always been at the core of the brand’s DNA and this year Sole DXB has excelled its well-earned […]

Today, GEMS Education students put up a spectacular performance at La Perle aligned with UAE’s Year of Tolerance’. The marvellous show was presented under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, and in association with world-famous director, Franco Dragone […]

Dubai Economy has announced the launch of the ‘Young Economist Challenge,’ an innovative competition aimed at engaging students across universities in the UAE by providing them with the opportunity to directly contribute to economic development, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE […]

To mark the UAE’s 48th National Day, Meraas, the Dubai-based holding company known for its revolutionary architectural imagination, has teamed up with acclaimed Emirati artist Sultan Al Shamsi to create a series of 10 digital canvases that symbolise the traditional values of the UAE. Al Shamsi’s art will be displayed on big screens across Meraas’ […]

‘Tis the sea-sun to be jolly at The Beach as the laid-back beachfront destination by Meraas prepares to welcome visitors for its festive season with a host of fun-filled experiences with Santa and his beloved elves between 5 – 25 December. Santa will arrive at his quaint wooden grotto at The Beach in style on […]

Encounter a world of memorable experiences centred on national pride as Global Village comes to life in a vibrant décor of red, green, white, and black for 48th National Day celebrations from Sunday 1st December until Tuesday 3rd December. With a diverse range of National Day celebrations and activities on offer, Global Village will be […]

In celebration of the 48th UAE National Day, Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to plan a short getaway to one of its many global destinations. Go on an adventure and discover Emirates’ extensive network including the airline’s new destination, Mexico City. The offer is valid for bookings starting today until 7 December 2019, for […]

Round up the children and get ready to embark on a truly unique cinema experience with Little Roxy – the perfect opportunity to catch the latest blockbuster in a specially designed space for children. Available exclusively at The Beach and City Walk locations, Little Roxy is priced at just AED 75 and includes entrance for one adult and one […]