Over 70 designers from the Middle East, Europe and Asia will come together for Arab Fashion Week from April 24 to 28 in City Walk, the design-inspired open-air lifestyle neighbourhood by Meraas. Celebrating a wide calendar of fashion shows, pop-ups, presentations and private trunk show, which will be held at the world’s first Ready Couture […]

Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai came out on top at the 2019 Leaders in Hospitality Awards, walking away with the award for Resort of the Year, beating off strong competition from brands such as AccorHotels and The Leading Hotels of the World for the title. The announcement was made at yesterday’s fifth annual Leaders In Hospitality […]

The Ballet Centre Dubai hosts Italian dancer Mara Galeazzi the former Principal of The Royal Ballet to conduct exclusive Ballet workshops for their students. On Friday the 3rd of May the Centre is organizing two workshops; 11am till 2:00pm for Ballet Students from Grade 5 till Grade 6 including Interfoundation and then from 3:00pm till […]

Dubai Silicon Oasis Authority (DSOA), the regulatory body for Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), an integrated free zone technology park, has announced its participation in a four-day roadshow in India during the last week of April 2019. Organized by DSOA, in partnership with the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), a non-government and non-profit business association that […]

The Pointe at Palm Jumeirah is creating a beautiful ambiance for families to share a time of reflection and togetherness, surrounded by spectacular views, this Ramadan. Break your fast with family and friends at Dubai’s stunning new waterfront destination with a wide selection of world cuisines and traditional culinary fare for Iftar, enjoy delectable Suhoor […]

The Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce and Industry in partnership with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Saudi Food and Drug Authority recently hosted a workshop for UAE business and stakeholders interested in exporting to Saudi Arabia. The workshop, held at Dubai Chamber’s premises, aimed to clarify the export procedures for […]

Emirates’ signature Ramadan service is expected to begin on May 5th to coincide with the start of the Holy month. During Ramadan, the airline expects to serve 1 million dates to customers during iftar and suhoor, both on board and on the ground in Dubai. Emirates’ Ramadan service consists of specially crafted iftar meals on […]

As the city gears up for the upcoming 3-Day Super Sale weekend, Dubai Festival City Mall is offering even more exciting rewards and deals to shoppers, running from Thursday, 2nd May until Saturday, 4th May 2019. Due to its popular demand, the Festival City Mall gift card rewards will be back this weekend and shoppers can receive instant cash […]

For the first time in the UAE, Etisalat prepaid customers can now rollover data and minutes and enjoy the benefit of any unused allowance. New ‘WaselGo’ will offer a selection of four value-packed weekly plans starting from just AED 10.50, including multiple ‘market first’ features such as ‘rollover’ of data and flexi minutes, and up […]

Think you could catch some eggs in a basket? Sounds simple enough. And with the added incentive of grabbing yourself a bunch of egg-citing Meraas Gift Cards, give your competitive side a chance to shine at La Mer from 25 to 28 April and take on the Virtual Reality (VR) egg-catching challenge. It’s sure to make for an egg-cellent day out with […]

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai has launched intimate Open-Air Cinema Nights to make the most of the last cool winter evenings. Guests can kick back and relax on comfortable couches armed with pop-corn and drinks while watching favorite classics under the twinkling stars. Set on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, this dream-like evening unfolds in the […]

Whether it’s exploring the Longshan Temple or hiking on Yangmingshan National Park’s dormant volcanos, Taipei is a city that offers something for every interest. Fly to Taipei starting from AED 2,895 in Economy Class and AED 11,995 in Business Class on the Emirates A380 and check out 11 reasons why Taipei should be next on […]

Dubai Cares, part of Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives, has announced a three-year integrated school health program in Liberia to tackle deworming and eye health needs for school-aged children. The AED 7,347,000 (USD 2 million) program, in partnership with Sightsavers, is set to benefit around 77,000 children aged 6-18 years old in four […]

Families across the UAE can mark the Holy Month of Ramadan at LEGOLAND® Dubai, part of Dubai Parks and Resorts, the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, this May, with a series of special offers taking place at the park. Families and children will have the opportunity to join in the spirit of […]

In the spirit of collaboration, Silsal launches a limited edition collection designed by students at Dubai Institute of Design and Innovation (DIDI). The contemporary set of three Arabic coffee cups, each designed by a different student, sheds light on the delicate duality of art and function, past and present. Samar Habayeb, Silsal’s Creative Director and […]

dnata, one of the world’s largest air services providers, continues to invest in its catering operations in the United States.  The company has opened a new, 4,700 m² (51,000 ft2) facility at George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH) and now offers quality catering services in Houston with a capacity of more than 10,000 meals a day. dnata’s latest […]

Emirates tops the YouGov BrandIndex 2019 Workforce Rankings in the UAE for the second time in a row, as the brand that UAE residents would be proudest to work for. Apple moves up two places from last year and stands at second, and iPhone remains in third this year as well. The rankings were compiled […]

Dubai-based flydubai today has announced the start of flights to Sochi, Russia. Flights between Dubai and Sochi will operate twice a week, on Mondays and Fridays, starting from 7th June 2019. flydubai will be the first carrier to offer direct flights on this route from the UAE and GCC. Commenting on the occasion, Ghaith Al […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has revealed that smart transactions accounted for 96% of all customer transactions processed by the non-profit public organisation in the first quarter of 2019. As a result of this uptick, an 85% drop in the number of visitors to Dubai Chamber’s service centres was recorded over the same period […]

DUKES THE PALM, a Royal Hideaway Hotel, offers a five-star escape into a world of glamour and exclusivity. Located in the exclusive area of Palm Jumeirah on the coast of the Persian Gulf, the resort boasts a magnificent private beach and unparalleled Dubai Marina views. Guests can experience luxury found in each of the 215 rooms […]

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has imposed restrictions on David Barnett and Christopher Steer following an investigation into their conduct while working on the Commodity Murabaha Broking Desk (the Desk) at a DFSA-authorised firm. The Desk facilitated the purchase and supply of title to metal commodities, sourced from a number of suppliers, for the […]

Dubai Outsource City (DOC), the region’s only business community for business processes and outsourced services, has announced the 3rd edition of the Outsourcing Outlook 2019 forum which is a dedicated platform to discuss, discover and share best practice and new technological trends in the industry. This year’s edition of the forum will explore how regional businesses […]

Goshopia, Dubai’s first-ever sustainable fashion e-marketplace platform is set to launch its website this April in line with the Fashion Revolution Day to commemorate the 2013 Rana Plaza building collapse and aims to revolutionize the country’s fashion scene by introducing environmental-friendly and socially sustainable fashion products which highlights the importance of making environmentally and ethically […]

Emaar Properties, the developer of the iconic Burj Khalifa, The Dubai Mall and several thriving residential communities in Dubai, has launched the first-ever WeChat Mini-Program by a leisure attraction in the region, that is fully integrated with WeChat Pay for At the Top, Burj Khalifa. A part of the WeChat ecosystem, the Mini-Program will enable […]

Emirates has announced the deployment of its latest Boeing 777-300 ER aircraft fitted with the ‘Game Changer’ First Class suites on its Dubai- Malé route from 1st June, 2019. The Maldivian capital will become the first destination in the South Asian region to be served on a regular basis by the new aircraft. Passengers travelling […]

Ban Ki-moon, the former Secretary-General of the United Nations and co-chair of the Ban Ki-moon Center for Global Citizens, has been appointed the official Ambassador for the Model United Nations (MUN) at GEMS World Academy schools, including GEMS World Academy in Dubai. The South Korean statesman will hold the position for the next three years, giving […]

Global Village, the world’s leading multicultural Festival Park and the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, celebrated its most successful Season 23 with its partners at its annual Awards Night. The Global Village Awards Night honoured partners, government authorities and members of the media who contributed to the success of its record-breaking […]

The 23rd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Emaar Properties PJSC (DFM: EMAAR) today approved the distribution of AED 1.07 billion (US$ 290 million) as dividend to the shareholders, representing 15 per cent of the share capital being 15 fils per share. The meeting approved the report by the Board of Directors on the activities and […]

Liv., the digital-only lifestyle bank by Emirates NBD has announced an exciting new promotion, offering one lucky customer the chance to win his or her private island. Existing and new customers are being invited to participate in this unique and exciting campaign that will run till end August 2019. Customers who use their Liv. app […]

Dubai Frame has been recognised at the MEED Projects Awards as the ‘Best Leisure Tourism Project’. The award underscores the unique position Dubai Frame occupies among tourist and urban attractions around the world, with its architectural design that has caught the attention of a large number of visitors to the emirate. Talib Julfar, CEO of […]

Dubai Startup Hub, an initiative of Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, hosted an event earlier today which provided entrepreneurs with legal and human resources advice, in addition to mentorship, networking and practical tips for finding the right co-founder for their businesses. The exclusive event was held at Dubai Chamber’s premises and attended by applicants […]

Reel Cinemas, the world-class cinema experience by Emaar Entertainment, has opened the first phase of its much-awaited megaplex at Al Ghurair Centre, the Middle East’s first shopping destination. With 8-screens now open as part of the first-phase launch, movie-goers from the neighboring areas can enjoy world-class cinematic experiences with comfortable and quality viewing. Located in […]

Careem, the leading internet platform in the greater Middle East has launched its Roadside Assistance service in Dubai, the service will later expand to additional areas in the UAE. Roadside Assistance includes emergency services ranging from battery boosting to on-site battery replacement to emergency fuel delivery at a fixed price of 100AED with an additional […]

Central to our identity, spoken or written, words connect us, helping us say what we think and be understood. The strength of words has the power to make us happy – or sad. The first internationally recognized phonetic alphabet was created by NATO in 1956. A for Alpha and B for Bravo are known by […]

Commemorating the international environmental awareness date of Earth Day, Dulsco – the leading environmental solutions provider and Official Waste Management partner of Expo 2020 Dubai – hosted ‘Clean-up 4 a Purpose’ – a clean-up and recycling activity in collaboration with Expo 2020 Dubai and environmental campaigning organisation, DGrade, with a total of half a ton […]

Al-Futtaim Toyota, in partnership with the Ministry of Economy, is offering Toyota owners free vehicle health checks and 30% off on parts and labour for cars that need repair, to celebrate the Year of Tolerance and to promote safe driving among residents and reduce accidents across the UAE. The move supports the goals of the […]

Motorists in Dubai can now breathe a sigh of relief following the launch of ServiceMyCar.ae, the region’s first online car servicing and repair platform that enables vehicle owners to remotely book their cars for service and repairs. ServiceMyCar.ae eliminates the need for car owners to physically take their vehicles to the garage or even worse, […]

Al Ghurair Centre, the region’s first shopping destination and one of Dubai’s longstanding flagship icons, announces the completion of Reel Cinemas megaplex much-awaited phase one. This state-of-the-art cinema follows Reel Cinemas’ latest strategy of digitization with a focus on reshaping ‘moviegoing’ as a distinctive ‘lifestyle experience’. The first phase of the cinema experience will boast eight new […]

Jazzy Jeff is heading back to Dubai for one night only and is set to headline at his (and Dubai’s) favourite beach bar – Barasti Beach. The Magnificent will be making his return to the legendary beach club this weekend! Mark your dairies for Friday 26th April for what is set to be an incredible performance at Sugar Beach. Jazzy […]

The Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) sector in the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai is partnering with e25, Emaar’s in-house innovation lab, to provide privileges and facilities for holders of DED Trader licences via Letswork, the first start-up launched out of e25. As per the agreement, Letswork will provide DED Trader licence holders […]

The brand-new LED lights installed all over the Faldo Course at Emirates Golf Club are in full swing and night golf just keeps getting better. After 7.00pm, Spike Bar calls all golfers to get their game on at the Faldo Course throughout the week. Guests not only receive an amazing AED 65 to spend on […]

Ellington, Dubai’s leading design-led property developer, marked a gala celebration with home-owners of Belgravia II, which was handed over to customers in February this year. Located centrally in Jumeirah Village Circle, the aesthetically designed Belgravia II underlines the unique design value proposition that Ellington brings to its projects. With 188 homes handed over, Belgravia II […]

The inaugural Big C Forum witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Dubai-based holding company Meraas and Singapore-based Chinese company Samanea Group that will see the launch of an AED1 billion mall by Q2 2021 near Dubai International City. Six key Chinese manufacturers and businesses also signed the letter of intent. Samanea […]

RAKBANK and Coca-Cola Arena announced a five-year partnership today to facilitate seamless transactions for the arena visitors. The agreement solidifies RAKBANK’s role as a Founding Partner and an Official Retail Bank of Coca-Cola Arena. Through the partnership RAKBANK will provide innovative solutions to eager show attendees and offer eligible customers access to the Bank’s premier […]

Taking its environmental responsibilities seriously and championing wildlife conservation across different corners of the planet, the Emirates Group is playing its part to support and preserve biodiversity. The Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve and Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley in Australia both illustrate the Group’s long-standing focus on protecting fragile ecosystems and support for sustainable tourism in […]

It is time to be summer-ready and that means having the right sportswear to keep yourself fit. Dubai Marina Mall, the popular lifestyle destination in Dubai Marina, is hosting an exclusive Sports Week, offering stellar deals on leading sports-wear brands. From April 23-30, select sports retailers at Dubai Marina Mall will offer 25 per cent […]

Club Vista Mare on Palm Jumeirah is hosting an invigorating eighth edition of Core Beats – the immensely popular, free-to-attend beach yoga and fitness concert – to help kick-start your summer fitness routine. Held on the beach offering spectacular views, the event has hosted over 2,000 participants so far. Join the event along with your […]

Having opened its first venue in the UAE at Citywalk in March 2017, the award winning Sarabeth’s Kitchen & Bakery celebrates its two-year anniversary with the launch of its second branch at the city’s iconic Mall of The Emirates. Open to public from 18 April 2019, the new bakery and dining destination is situated on […]

Emirates and SpiceJet have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enter into a reciprocal codeshare agreement, which is set to open new routes and destinations for passengers travelling between India and popular destinations across Africa, America, Europe and the Middle East. Subject to necessary government approvals, the partnership will enable Emirates’ passengers to enjoy seamless […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), a holistic science-focused business community, hosted a Science Fun Day in partnership with Foremarke School, one of the leading British preparatory schools in Dubai. The community event featured several activities centred around science, sports, health as well as the arts. The event aligned with DSP’s mission to raise public awareness about […]

Government-led policy initiatives and investments, improved growth prospects in trading partners, and preparation to host Expo 2020 are providing the bedrock for increased private sector credit and investment in Dubai. As a result, real GDP growth rates in the short to medium term are projected to reach 2.1%, 3.8% and 2.8%, in the years 2019, […]

Nasimi Beach is kicking off summer in style with Dubai’s ultimate retro party, featuring the best throwback tunes, tasty treats, free-flowing beverages and lashings of sunshine from 12pm to 8pm on Friday 3rd May. Revellers will dance the day away to the best ’70s, ’80s and ’90s hits as they enjoy a range of great games, […]

Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has announced that it has shortlisted the top 10 candidates for the 4th Dubai Smartpreneur Competition who will compete in the final round later this month. The top three winners of the competition will be named during the closing ceremony of the Enterprise Agility Forum 2019 on April 30th, […]

Chef Mohammad Orfali, star of the Middle East’s leading food channel, Fatafeat, has extolled the virtues of Singapore as the destination for Muslim tourists who have a passion for food. Chef Mohammad believes that Singapore’s melting pot of flavours, combining Chinese, Indian, Malay and Peranakan influences, makes it a must-visit destination for any foodie. It […]

City Centre Deira gives you more reasons to smile this summer with its popular SMILE Campaign where everyone walks away a winner until May 4. This year’s edition is bigger than ever with more surprises and an opportunity to win your dream vacation on the spot during the campaign. City Centre Deira has partnered with […]

Meydan One, Dubai’s next-generation lifestyle and retail destination set to launch in 2020, today announced its partnership with E-Karting, a leader in the karting entertainment business, to launch the region’s first indoor electric go-karting track. The multi-level, 4,000-square-meter e-track is also scheduled for completion in 2020, with the environment-friendly karting experience poised to add another […]

California is known to be the sunniest state in the United States which make it the perfect destination to beach-hop in style during summer months. Think Malibu, Santa Monica and Venice Beach. California is also the home to Hollywood and celebrities and fashion icons like the Kardashian-Jenner clan, Gossip Girl star Blake Lively, America’s Next […]

Dubai Municipality has announced several investment opportunities in the emirate’s public parks, such as the event spaces, and the allocation of different areas for restaurants and small shops, within the investment map of each park managed by the Municipality. Dawoud Al Hajri, Director General of Dubai Municipality, said that the Municipality aims to support the […]

The Dubai Business Women Council (DBWC) will host the Women’s Health and Wellbeing Conference on April 25 to highlight the best practices in women’s healthcare and human development, and provide training in meditation, well-being and happiness. To be held at the headquarters of Dubai Chamber of Commerce & Industry, the conference will focus on promoting women’s […]

Another AHPRC League has come to a close and had four teams compete in the week-long tournament: DATE TEAMS FINAL SCORE 15th April Los Alerces vs. AM Polo 6 – 6.5 Hesketh Polo vs. Habtoor Polo 4 – 8 17th April Habtoor Polo vs. Los Alerces 8 – 9 AM Polo vs. Hesketh Polo 5 – 7 […]