Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, highlighted the emirate’s ongoing commitment to its third-largest source market at the 40th edition of the World Travel Market, WTM, one of the leading global trade events for the travel industry, which was held in London and concluded on 6th November, 2019. Dubai Tourism exhibited alongside […]

Dubai International, DXB, is maintaining its position as the world’s busiest hub for international passengers with traffic reaching 64.5 million passengers in the first nine months of 2019. According to a press release issued by Dubai Airports today, a total of 23,217,492 passengers travelled through DXB in the third quarter (-2.4% YoY), bringing the year […]

Dubai’s Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) has been maintaining and providing high standard services for the disabled people in terms of design of buildings, facilities and services, said Eng. Abdul Redha Abu Al Hassan, Executive Director, Rail Planning and Projects Development at RTA. In his presentation at the Dubai Accessible Tourism International Summit, he spoke […]

Up the ante in fitness goals and break a sweat this weekend as Dubai Fitness Challenge action continues at The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah. With the ever-growing 30×30 fitness challenge in full swing across Dubai, The Pointe is upping its game from 7 to 9 November by hosting adrenaline-filled boxing sessions and an Olympic distance. […]

The region’s most expansive motoring show returns with a bang this November with a host of activities for families and kids in town. Gearing up for its 15th edition, the Dubai International Motor Show scheduled between 12th – 16th November at Dubai World Trade Centre will welcome visitors and motoring enthusiasts of all ages. Arabian […]

Azizi Developments, a leading private developer in the UAE, underlines its commitment to the well-being of its residents through the hiring of VCM, a community management provider that is implementing concrete steps to enhance the lives of those residing in Azizi’s communities. Commenting on this new partnership, Farhad Azizi, CEO of Azizi Developments, said “We […]

yallacompare, the Middle East’s leading financial comparison platform, has formed a first-of-its-kind partnership with Smiles, the award-winning deals and rewards program of Etisalat. In addition to great offers across shopping, dining, entertainment, wellness and travel categories, users of Smiles will soon be able to compare insurance offers and buy their insurance from yallacompare within the […]

Dubai Asset Management, the owner and manager of one of the city’s largest portfolios of rental residential communities and a member of Dubai Holding, has announced the launch of its second season of community events for 2019 as part of its commitment to offering distinct living experiences to its residents. Diwali celebrations marked the beginning […]

The Emirates Group today announced its half-year results for its 2019-20 financial year. Group revenue was AED 53.3 billion (US$ 14.5 billion) for the first six months of 2019-20, down 2% from AED 54.4 billion (US$ 14.8 billion) during the same period last year. This slight revenue decline was mainly due to planned capacity reductions during the […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, collaborated with Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) and UAE Ministry of Education for the largest children’s fitness event under the Dubai Fitness Challenge 30X30. More than 4,500 children participated in the “Ultimate Moves Challenge” at […]

It was 30+ hours of unconventional networking at the 13th global edition of World Blockchain Summit in Dubai on 22nd, 23th and 24th October. With the conference floor swarming with over 650 attendees that included top blockchain and crypto pioneers, industry experts, investors, solution providers and startups, the 3-day tech innovation festival was driven by […]

A health and fitness morning that will be fully dedicated to yoga as part of Dubai Fitness Challenge, Lululemon fitness ambassadors Neha Duseja and Allie McLaughlin have designed two expert 60 minute sessions to instruct wellness enthusiasts through a refreshing holistic workout at Dubai’s Global Village. A one-of-a-kind opportunity to hone in on those yoga […]

Dubai has stepped up its drive to attract more cruise travellers and strengthen its position as a leading “cruise hub of the region”, and is expecting to welcome more than 200 ship calls and an estimated one million cruise visitors this cruise season. The new cruise season commenced on 19th October with the arrival of […]

This New Year’s Eve, DIFC hotspot, Marea, reveals an exquisite four course set menu, taking your taste buds on a gastronomic journey to finish the year. Combined with an inclusive drinks package and live entertainment, Marea brings together all the elements to create an unforgettable night. The sumptuous set menu offers seasonal specials, including Capesante, […]

One of the most innovative pizza companies on the planet and Expo 2020 Dubai have joined forces, with Domino’s named as Official Pizza Provider for the World’s Greatest Show. Millions of visitors seeking a great value meal will find several outlets of Domino’s across the Expo 2020 site in Dubai South, each serving handcrafted pizzas, […]

Emirates is offering UAE travellers a chance to explore the charming cities of Tokyo and Osaka in Japan this winter. Embark on a new adventure and discover the country’s rich culture, exquisite culinary scene and breath-taking nature. UAE nationals can also enjoy visa-free entry into Japan for leisure and business purposes. Economy Class and Business […]

Bluewaters, Meraas’ unique island destination and home to the iconic Ain Dubai, is transforming into a ‘Fitness Hub’ hosting an eclectic calendar of unique health and wellness activities for people of all ages on the boardwalk and at Caesars Bluewaters Dubai from the 8th to the 16th November 2019. As an official partner of the […]

VFS Global has been named an official ticket reseller for Expo 2020 Dubai, the World’s Greatest Show, to be held in the UAE between 20 October 2020 and 10 April 2021. Customers travelling to the UAE during Expo 2020 can simply visit their nearest VFS Global Visa Application Centre in the GCC, India, China, Russia, […]

The upcoming Global Business Forum Africa (GBF Africa) in Dubai will feature 40 prominent speakers and 26 interactive sessions, with the presidents of Liberia, Zimbabwe and Seychelles and H.E. Reem Al Hashimy, Minister of State for International Cooperation and Director-General of Expo 2020 Dubai among the high-level participants headlining the event. Organised by Dubai Chamber […]

Engineering Contracting Company LLC (ECC) is the main contractor of the largest 3D printed project in the world that has achieved the Guinness World Record in partnership with Dubai Municipality. Located in Al Warsan, the project will be utilized as an office spanning over 640 sq. m. with two levels, 9.5 meters in height making […]

This weekend will mark the final performances of the world’s most popular musical THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA in Dubai. Presented by Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera, the curtain will fall on the final shows on 9 November 2019. With evening shows taking place 6 and 7 November 2019 and two daily performances on 8 and 9 November […]

Dubai Sports City has announced the opportunity to purchase prestigious townhouses off-plan in its new Marbella Village development, an expansion of the established Victory Heights community, due for completion in Q2 2021. Due to commence in November this year, the popular Victory Heights is nestled in the green golfing haven of the renowned Els Club […]

Leo Technologies Ltd, a DIFC registered Company,  announces the launch of its brand-new app ‘Kiddo’ which, for the first time ever, allows parents to not only source and book exciting development programs for children of all development stages across the UAE, but also offers the convenience of in-app payments. This will alleviate the stress of […]

DP World, UAE Region’s flagship Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), signed an agreement with Dubai Insurance Company (DIC) to roll out the Workforce Protection Programme that will cover the companies based in Jafza, National Industries Park (NIP) and Dubai Auto Zone (DAZ). The programme is geared towards supporting goals set by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, has been certified by IATA’s Center of Excellence for Independent Validators in Pharmaceutical Logistics (CEIV Pharma) for its pharma handling processes at its state-of-the-art cargo facility at Dubai World Central (DWC). The accreditation complements dnata’s existing CEIV Pharma certification at Dubai International (DXB), demonstrating the company’s […]

The all-electric Jaguar I-PACE is coming to this year’s Dubai International Motor Show* as the luxury British automaker indulges automotive enthusiasts with an intimate look at its history-making SUV. The Jaguar I-PACE broke records in April 2019 as the first model ever to land three Word Car titles in a single year, being named 2019 […]

The General Secretariat of the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Award, which is a Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiative, have announced the participation of Kirsty Coventry, an Olympic champion and Hon Minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation of the Republic of Zimbabwe, in the International Sports Innovation Conference. The Conference, […]

The second edition of EmTech MENA wrapped up today at Jumeirah Emirates Towers in Dubai. Organized by Dubai Future Foundation, the conference showcased emerging technologies that have the potential to inspire a bright future and drive the new global economy. The two-day event took place under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin […]

As we get ready for the festive season, Atmantan, the wellness resort designs a 5-day program for all health enthusiasts and practitioners to detoxify and rejuvenate their body, mind and soul. Yoga Utsav is an event that brings together experts in the field of yoga, Ayurveda, healing and nature therapies from around the world. Starting […]

Emaar, is pleased to announce the results of The Landmark Design Competition launched in May 2019. The brief was to encourage architects to challenge their imagination process and come up with innovative and unique concepts to develop another iconic piece of architecture at the new world-class waterfront development in Dubai Creek Harbour. Known for its […]

MONOPOLY Dubai, the first regionally inspired version of the iconic board game MONOPOLY, was officially launched at the Burj Al Arab Jumeirah. Dubai Holding has a total of five property squares on the board, the largest number of locations by a single company. The luxurious Burj Al Arab Jumeirah was officially unveiled as the most […]

Kite Beach, Dubai’s favorite community beach , has set the scene to help you make a joyful start to the cooler time of the year . And i f you’re looking for a relaxing movie night with the kids or a meal at the beach to boot , it’s the place to be. Treat your friends and family to some tasty bites at the newly opened eateries , such as Ice Cream Lab […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to invest in its operations to ensure a seamless journey for people of determination through the two Dubai airports, Dubai International (DXB) and Dubai World Central (DWC). dnata employs 950 professionally trained staff, operates dedicated facilities and uses state-of-the-art equipment to deliver the best possible […]

Sharjah Islamic Bank (SIB) has recently launched a Sharia’ a compliant ‘Commodity Murabaha’ financing solution for its Corporate Banking customers, in cooperation with DMCC (Dubai Multi Commodities Centre). This new product will enable SIB clients to benefit from the online Trade Flow platform of DMCC, to conduct commodity Murabaha transactions for bank’s corporate and retail […]

ONE432 was established 3 years ago by founders Ammar Belal, a Professor of Fashion at Parsons School of Design, NYC; Faisal Khan, a strategy consultant who has helped several companies scale and enter new markets and Umar Belal, currently enrolled in the Fashion & Luxury MBA at NYU Stern. The ONE432 philosophy advocates for supporting […]

Boxpark, Dubai’s hip urban destination by Meraas, is getting creative this outdoor season by hosting the Street Art Festival over three weekends. Until 9 November, you can discover your inner Da Vinci at the destination – all you have to do is spend AED100 at any of Boxpark’s retail outlets and you’re all set! If […]

The Mohammed bin Rashid Space Conference launched the fourth edition of the Young Professionals in Space Conference, at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. The UAE is the first Arab country in the MENA region to host this conference. The conference will last till 6 November, featuring 75 speakers from the UAE and abroad. […]

A growing number of UAE companies are integrating sustainable innovation into their business models and reaping the benefits as they enhance their competitiveness, industry experts explained during the Dubai Dialogue 2019 which took place in the emirate earlier today. Dubai Dialogue 2019, the largest CSR-focused conference organised by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, brought […]

EngageDXB, the smart application launched by Dubai Economy to serve as a communication platform for all registered businesses in the mainland and free zones across the emirate, has announced the addition of new features that help businesses and employees in Dubai to better engage with partners and government entities. The three new features – Create […]

The 16th HRSE (HR Summit & Expo), the region’s largest knowledge exchange and best-practise event for HR professionals, has opened in Dubai with exhibitors saying the 2019 event will mark a turning point for the Gulf’s HR industry as demands for increased workplace tolerance, wellbeing and adoption of advanced technology transform the entire sector landscape. […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, significantly expands its operations at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Having been awarded a three-year contract by Lufthansa Group, the company invested US$ 4 million in equipment and hired 125 aviation professionals to its team to provide dedicated support and best-in-class services to its newest airline […]

Expo 2020 Dubai’s ambition to draw 25 million visits through its gates is on track after more than 1,000 Authorised Ticket Resellers (ATRs) signed up in key markets around the world. The global network, which includes online travel agents, tour operators, hotel groups and airlines, is crucial to Expo 2020 achieving its goal to welcome […]

UNFAMILIAR FACES: Beaded Portraits of Egyptian Women is a new body of work by Egyptian artist Dina Hafez that will be showcased at Kulture House. This pop-up exhibition which will run from 4th- 30th November, is a celebration of beadwork and how it has been an integral part of Egyptian history. INVITE – The launch event […]

Peru kicked off its plans at Expo 2020 Dubai  with a  ground-blessing ceremony, led by H.E. Edgar Vásquez, the Minister of Foreign Trade and Tourism of Peru, Mr. Luis Torres, the Executive President of the Commission for the Promotion of Peru for Export and Tourism (PROMPERÚ), Alvaro Silva Santisteban, Director of the Trade and Tourism of […]

The Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai will be hosting a five-day extravaganza of ‘cage cricket’ called Ultimate Kricket Challenge in Feburary 2020. Spectacular players from Chris Gayle, Yuvraj Singh, Shahid Afridi to Kevin Pietersen and Andre Russell will be competing in this distinctive one-to-one Ultimate Kricket Challenge. The best of the best will compete for a […]

Inspired by the sights, sounds and emotions of New Year’s Eve, from the sparkle of the bubbling drinks to the electrifying color of fireworks lighting the night sky, Alina Anwar Couture launches a limited edition festive collection and its first-ever menswear collection featuring an exclusive range of expertly crafted tuxedos, cocktail dresses and floor length […]

Broadway Entertainment Group and Dubai Opera have revealed a list of must do experiences, dining packages and top tips to make the most of a visit to THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. Enjoy a night at the opera with Address Fountain Views Plan the perfect city break and check-in to Address Fountain Views, Downtown Dubai’s newest five-star […]

The Government of Dubai Media Office, GDMO, launched the sixth edition of ‘Flag Garden’ at Kite Beach in Jumeirah, in response to the call from His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, to celebrate Flag Day. Organised by Brand Dubai, the creative arm of the Government […]

Linguaskill is an online English test developed by a Cambridge Assessment English, a department of Cambridge University. It is already being used by big names such as Air France and by banks across Europe, Russia and Egypt. Linguaskill has come along at a time when research continually shows that English is a key skill for […]

Dawoud Al Hajri, Director-General of Dubai Municipality and Chairman of the Committee for Developing Building Permits in the emirate of Dubai, expressed his pride in the UAE being ranked first in the Arab world and region, and third in the world, in easing the issuing of building permits, as per the World Bank’s Doing Business […]

Magical moments start with LEGO® Disney Frozen 2. Imagine, build, and explore the captivating universe from the new movie together with your beloved characters Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, Olaf and Sven. LEGO Disney Frozen 2 lets you create and immerse yourself in your very own epic Disney Frozen adventure. Explore Arendelle Castle Village, build and discover […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with First Abu Dhabi Bank (FAB), the UAE’s largest bank and one of the world’s largest and safest financial institutions, which will align the efforts of the two entities to digitise, facilitate and simplify trade processes in the UAE. The MoU was […]

Be part of the magic at The Beach, the laid-back beachfront destination by Meraas, this fall with guaranteed prizes on offer from the Magical Tree, as well as a plethora of fun-filled entertainment for all from 1 to 23 November. Shop, dine and play at any of the outlets across the destination, where a spend […]

Sobha Realty, the leading premium real estate developer, has added another milestone to its list of accomplishments for 2019, registering AED1.6 billion in sales revenue from its flagship project Sobha Hartland by Q3. This brings the company close to its annual sales target of AED2 billion. After a robust H1 2019, during which Sobha Realty […]

In another entertainment first, Emirates is showing the highly acclaimed Seven Worlds, One Planet documentary live at the same time as its BBC One broadcast in the UK. While Emirates already streams live news and sport on board most of its aircraft, this is the first time any airline has streamed a show at the same time […]

Union Coop, reported a 16% growth in net profit until the end of the third quarter of 2019, compared to the same period of the previous year, which is an increase of AED 54.3 million, from AED 332.3 million in 2018 to AED 386.6 million in 2019. Commenting on Union Coop’s performance, the CEO ‘H.E. […]

Rory McIlroy’s hopes of a fourth Race to Dubai title were sparked to life in Shanghai as the Northern Irishman surged up the Rankings with a play-off victory over Xander Schauffele at WGC-HSBC Champions. The two-time DP World Tour Championship winner started the final round with a one stroke lead over South African Louis Oosthuizen […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) welcomed a delegation from the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) as part of the networks’ mission. The delegation comprised of representatives from thirty-two European companies on a multi-sector mission with a focus on EXPO 2020 Dubai. Jamal Bin Marghoob, Senior Director of Sales at DAFZA along with other senior officials from […]

American helicopter brand, Bell, is marking UAE Flag Day with a specially wrapped model of its acclaimed Bell 525 aircraft. The full-scale mock-up of the Bell 525, featuring a UAE flag motif is on display at the Dubai South VIP Terminal. The Bell 525 is a game changer for the aviation industry, bringing new technological […]

Select Group, UAE’s leading real estate developer, has begun handover of its premium urban development Studio One in Dubai Marina. Situated in the heart of the up and coming west-end of the Dubai Marina, Studio One is located within close proximity to the Bluewaters Island and next door to Wyndham and Rove hotels with a […]