HE Mattar Al Tayer, Director-General and Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), revealed that public transport means in Dubai have lifted 277.91 million riders in the first half of this year. The figure shows a steady growth compared with the ridership reported during the same period last year […]

Have you always wanted to learn how to skate? Well Dubai Ice Rink is giving you the perfect opportunity to learn the freestyle game. Open for all age groups, young or old, skating enthusiasts can look forward to enrolling themselves in the Learn to Skate Academy at Dubai Ice Rink. Staring from July 20 till […]

Dubai Design District has announced the launch of ‘Design for Good’, a project seeking to connect the design community through creative collaborations that support and promote social change within the UAE. Design for Good is based on three key pillars. The first pillar, Design for placemaking prioritises design solutions that encourage creativity and collaboration in public environments. […]

This summer, du from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC) is offering those separated by distance even more ways to get in touch with one another with a 15-day free trial of the BOT-IM and C’me apps when customers subscribe to the Internet Calling Pack service. After subscribing, du customers can download one of the two […]

Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) has recently honoured three drivers as part of the annual Star Service Award aimed to select the best-performing taxi drivers in several categories. The winners were offered Toyota Yaris Sedan, presented by Al Futtaim Automotive. The Award is part of motivational initiatives of DTC to bring happiness to employees. “DTC believes […]

Jumeirah Village Circle in Dubai has been named one of the world’s best locations to view next Friday’s total lunar eclipse by TIME magazine – and master developer Nakheel is laying on a free event to celebrate. The JVC lunar eclipse night will take place at 2nd December Park (District 14), where astronomy fans can […]

Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing, Dubai Tourism, and Saudi Al Tayyar Travel Group, have formed a strategic alliance with the aim of further enhancing Dubai’s position as the preferred destination for Saudi visitors. The partnership will pave the way for launching unique initiatives that will help expand Dubai Tourism’s marketing reach and visibility […]

The Business Park at Dubai South has announced it has entered into a strategic partnership with the Union of European Expert Chambers (UCEE) to establish a permanent exhibition and business centre for the members of UCEE at the Business Park. The partnership aims to encourage European SMEs to set up their business in Dubai and […]

Book an online movie ticket and enjoy two free house drinks at Reel Cinemas-Jebel Ali Recreation Club. Guests can look forward to an incredible movie experience as they sip on some house drinks either at the restaurant bar or inside the movie theater Valid for all online bookings at Reel Cinemas-Jebel Ali Recreational Club, guests […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched leisure mobility service for Electric Abra users on Dubai Creek, between Al Seef, Baniyas and Festival City Stations. The offering of this service is part of RTA’s efforts to broaden the scope of the marine transit network and support the tourism and leisure sector in Dubai. “The […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of global developer Emaar Properties PJSC, is expected to create more than 5,300 jobs in the hospitality sector in the next five years across the UAE including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Fujairah. Significantly, the Group is focusing on hiring and nurturing the talents […]

Propelled by a double-digit surge in traffic in June, passenger numbers at Dubai International (DXB) topped 43.7 million in the first half of 2018, according to the traffic report issued today by operator Dubai Airports. DXB handled a total of 43,739,105 passengers during the first half, up 1.6% compared to 43,054,268 passengers recorded during the corresponding period […]

Club Vista Mareis warming up for an entire season of Core Beats, its free-to-attend yoga and fitness concert, following an overwhelming reaction to the first session last month. Over 200people took part in the first concert on 30 June, which saw two hours of adrenaline-charged sessions led by leading yoga and fitness instructors. The next […]

Global trade enabler DP World has signed a 20-year concession with an automatic 20-year extension with the Republic of Mali to build and operate a 1000-hectare modern logistics hub outside of Bamako, the capital and largest city of Mali. The multimodal logistics platform, Mali Logistics Hub (MLH), will have inland container depots (ICD) and Container Freight […]

Dubai is getting ready to welcome the biggest and strongest men in the world, this October. Under the auspices of the Dubai Sports Council, CORE Worldwide in collaboration with Envie Events brings you the very first edition of the World’s Ultimate StrongmanTM at Beasts in the Middle East on 26th October, 2018 at Dubai’s‘Bab Al […]

Copthorne Hotel Dubai, located within four kilometers of Dubai International Airport, has rolled out its transit package, aimed at encouraging passengers to exit the airport, spend a day or two in the city and enjoy its key attractions. The transit package starts from AED249 for a stay in a Superior room inclusive of breakfast, Wi-Fi […]

A delegation from Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has visited remote villages in Egypt where it distributed Motorcycle Rickshaws to several families with limited income or experiencing tough health and living conditions. Beneficiaries were selected in coordination with the Islamic Charitable Society in Egypt. The visitors have also opened two classes for teaching Arabic […]

The future of retail is here: Dubai Holding and Emaar Properties have announced the launch of Dubai Square, a new retail metropolis that pushes the boundaries of modern retail and leisure in Dubai Creek Harbour by drawing on next-generation technology. Blurring the boundaries of online and in-mall shopping, integrating indoor and outdoor, and delivering a social experience like none […]

Michael Johnson Performance (MJP), an internationally recognized leader in athletic development and improvement, today announced its launch in the Middle East. Founded by Olympic champion sprinter Michael Johnson, MJP Dubai will open its doors in October this year at Mina Rashid with a world-class sports facility for athletes and fitness enthusiasts of all levels, The […]

DP World Limited handled 35.6million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across its global portfolio of container terminals in the first half of 2018, with gross container volumes growing by 4.8% year-on-year on a reported basis and 6.0% on a like-for-like basis. The first half of 2018continues to see an upswing in global trade and all three […]

The Dubai Financial Market, DFM, on Monday announced its financial results for the first half of the year ending 30th June, 2018, recording a net profit of AED82.8 million, compared to AED145.6 million during the corresponding period of 2017, representing a 43 percent decrease, while the net profit for the second quarter of 2018 reached […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region’s largest integrated theme park destination, has signed an exclusive agreement with Dubai Taxi Corporation to promote the destination to visitors arriving at Dubai International Airport terminals 1,2 and 3. The joint campaign will commence on August1st, 2018 offering visitors an exclusive limited-time offer to enjoy two of their preferred […]

Atlantis, The Palm and MasterCard are giving Dubai residents the perfect excuse to escape to ‘a world away from their everyday’ this summer, with a unique chance to ‘stay and play’ in resort with 30% off rooms& suites, as well as 25% off activities including Aquaventure Waterpark, Dolphin Bay, The Lost Chambers Aquarium, spa and […]

Dubai HeliShow 2018 is set to host two exclusive conferences’Helicopter Technology and Operations Conference’ and ‘Military and Homeland Security Conference’– during its seventh edition, which will run from November 6 to 8 at the Royal Pavilion, Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai South. The two conferences, which are being held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh […]

It won’t get better than this in terms of rewards this Dubai Summer Surprises as, for the first time ever, Dubai’s beloved community-oriented malls – City Centre Me’aisem and City Centre Al Shindagha – will be offering shoppers an instant reward of AED 200 for one day only, on July 24. No draws. Just shop […]

ENOC Group has recently opened a new service station in Al Barsha, a densely populated area in Dubai – as part of its expansion plans aimed at building 54 new service stations by 2020. His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO, ENOC, said: “The new service station in Al Barsha underlines our commitment to […]

Francesco Molinari produced a magical display of links golf to become the first Italian to lift a Major at the 147th Open Championship and return to the top of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai Rankings. The 35 year old came into the tournament in red-hot form having won two twice and finished runner up […]

London-based conceptual art house, Fortune Favours Art, today opens for the UAE market, with the launch of its website featuring some of the world’s most sought-after contemporary and street art. Founded by British entrepreneur and art connoisseur, Louis Wright, Fortune Favours Art offers the UAE market unprecedented access to some of the world’s best-known contemporary […]

Emirates and its partner airline flydubai announced today that flights between Dubai and Zagreb in Croatia will be operated by flydubai from 2 December 2018 to 30 March 2019 after which flights will be operated by Emirates. The move will ensure that capacity is deployed to best serve customer demand by maximising the frequency for […]

Dubai is set to host the 3rd edition of The Global Franchise Market Exhibition – TGFM, the official franchising event in Dubai offering a dedicated platform for local and international ‘franchisors’ and ‘franchisees’ to explore new business partnerships & investment opportunities, on the 5th and 6th of December this year, at the Dubai International Convention […]

Step into the luxury world of the Dubai Marina Yacht Club, the largest Marina in the Middle East by becoming an active berth holder, and enjoy year-round benefits. With an annual berthing contract, you will enjoy the finest yacht facilities, as well as year-round support from our Marina operations team. At the prestigious Dubai Marina […]

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) and the Dubai Police General HQ announced that the trial run of the Traffic Incidents Management Scheme would be applied to a 70 km sector of the Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road for one year starting from 16 September 2018. The step aims to ensure rapid deployment for […]

Meraas today revealed the new visual identity of its projects in Hatta, creating a brand that positions Hatta as a National Park and leading eco-tourism destination in line with the objectives of the Hatta Comprehensive Development Plan. The launch of this new visual identity is part of a long-term strategy Meraas has implemented with objectives […]

There is something about watching visual story telling on the big screen. And what better if you witness this with an elevated experience beyond the realm of standard entertainment. Get ready to witness a cinema experience like never-before as Reel Cinemas brings forth the Dolby Cinema™ experience to The Dubai Mall. Moviegoers can look forward […]

Atlantis, The Palm proudly announces a yearly increase of Chinese guests with more than 24,000 room nights from China since the beginning of 2018. As the resort’s second top leading source market in Q1, Atlantis remains one of the most popular resorts in Dubai and the UAE for Chinese visitors, particularly during Chinese New Year. […]

Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched the third and final phase of Vehicle e-Registration, enabling individuals to replace their existing vehicle registration cards by lifetime e-Registration, as of 1 August2018. RTA has launched the initial phase of the service last January for government vehicles, car rental companies, and taxis. Phase II kicked off […]

Etisalat, the official partner of Special Olympics World Games Abu Dhabi 2019, which will take place from 14-21  March 2019, joined the world on July 20 in celebration of Special Olympics’ 50th anniversary to work together to create a new future for People of Determination. Etisalat’s headquarters in Abu Dhabi and Dubai Al Kifaf buildings […]

This summer, there is more value in store for you at Emaar. ‘U By Emaar’, the unique customer-focused rewards programme of Emaar, is offering an unprecedented saving of up to 35 per cent during summer months, as you dine, relax or entertain at Emaar Hospitality Group’s restaurants and spas, and at the leisure attractions under […]

Armani Hotel Dubai, the ultimate luxury destination located in the iconic Burj Khalifa, has been acknowledged as the ‘Best Luxury Hotel in Dubai’ at the international Luxury Lifestyle Awards 2018. The prestigious award recognises Armani Hotel Dubai for providing outstanding services and distinguished world-class guest experiences to luxury connoisseurs and affluent travellers from around the […]

As part of its community experience Dubai Design District is holding complimentary creative workshops in the Design Quarter throughout the summer for both adults and children. Running from 14 July to 25 August 2018, the workshops are being facilitated by Tashkeel, Jam Jar, Reem Al Awadhi and Jaffat Al Aqlamto offer an alternative way to […]

Premier developer, Emaar announced a landmark development that will strengthen UAE-China relations, coinciding with the historic visit of President Xi Jinping of China to the UAE. To honour Chinese expatriates in the UAE and bolster business ties with China, Emaar will develop the Middle East’s largest Chinatown within the retail district of Dubai Creek Harbour, […]

Dragon Mart – the world’s largest Chinese retail and trading hub outside China, and the central hub of Chinese activity in Dubai – will proudly celebrate UAE-China Week with a range of traditional festivities and celebrations this weekend. The live entertainment, from 19 to 21 July, includes lion dances, oriental music, roaming parades and more. […]

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in Dubai announces the start of installation of a toll gate (Salik) on Sheikh Zayed Road just before the Intersection of Sheikh Zayed Road and Al Yalayes Road (7th Interchange). The gate will become operational on October 24, 2018, following the opening of the 7th Interchange as well […]

Dubai Municipality has joined the celebrations of the UAE-China Week, which is being held from 17th to 24th July 2018 in honour of the Chinese president’s visit to the country, by lighting up Dubai Frame red, representing the flag of the People’s Republic of China and displaying the theme of the UAE-China week through the […]

Emirates’ iconic A380 aircraft will operate a one-off flight to Kotoka International Airport (ACC), Accra, on Tuesday 2nd October, as the global airline joins local authorities in celebrating the opening of the airport’s new Terminal 3. The airline’s flagship double-decker will become the first-ever scheduled A380 service to Ghana, with Emirates partnering with the airport to […]

This Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), The Outlet Village, Dubai’s indoor shopping and leisure destination by Meraas, is set to hold a four-day weekend sale with additional reductions on already discounted prices. From 18 to 21 July, the event will offer the perfect opportunity to nab the best bargains on high-end fashion brands, accessories and homeware. […]

Emaar Hospitality Group, the hospitality and leisure business of Emaar Properties, has marked a regional first by securing the ACTE-BCHA accreditation for 10 of its hotels in Dubai, underlining the strong value it brings for business travellers. The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) – Business and Conference Hotels Accreditation (BCHA) is the first hospitality […]

Emirates has won World’s Best Inflight Entertainment award for the 14th year in a row at the prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards 2018. The airline also secured a service excellence award for best airline staff service in the Middle East this year. The Skytrax World Airline Awards are considered a global benchmark of airline excellence. This […]

Emirates today announced that it will introduce two additional flights to Lyon and one to Paris per week, complementing its existing schedule and providing even more choice and convenience to travellers. The increase in frequency from five to seven between Lyon and Dubai will see the route become a daily service, while the extra flight […]

The Custom Shop New York, the contemporary custom-made suit couturier revolutionizing bespoke fashion, has launched two new stores at Arabian Ranches Retail Centre in Arabian Ranches I and TheRanches Souq in Arabian Ranches II, making it the men’s and women’s tailor with the largest footprint in the GCC region. Offering a modern take on heritage […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced that the real estate brokerage commissions reached AED 571 million during the first half of 2018, with a total of 5,181 active brokers — representing 2,113 offices — contributing to the sustainable growth achieved by the sector. The Department of Real Estate Studies and Research also reported that the […]

Summer is right around the corner and kids all over are gearing up for days ahead with no homework and lots of exciting activities! Emaar Entertainment is all set to make the summer break even more thrilling with a host of fun yet edutaining activities. Kids between the ages of 7-14 can have fun and […]

Meraas and Dubai Holding hosted a stunning cultural evening to mark the official launch of the Hala China initiative. Organised with the support of the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in the UAE, the Consulate-General of the People’s Republic of China in Dubai, and Zhejiang Provincial Department of Culture, the evening featured Chinese […]

The Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will open a two-lane tunnel linking the Airport Street and Marrakech Street this Friday (July 20). The tunnel will provide smooth traffic flow from the Airport Street to Marrakech Street in a densely populated district with several schools as well as public and private entities in the neighbourhood. […]

The Beach, the upbeat waterfront destination by Meraas, invites you to spend a fun day by the sea with The Beach Goers campaign. Every day until 31 December 2018, you can enjoy the beach facilities and explore the destination’s eclectic selection of eateries at a 20 per cent discount. With every rental of a sunbed, a daybed, […]

Dubai’s leading culinary destination resort, Atlantis, The Palm and Hakkasan Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality companies, today announced that Hakkasan will open within the property in September 2018, before moving to The Royal Atlantis Resort and Residences after its completion end of 2019. Renowned for its modern interpretation of authentic Cantonese cuisine, Hakkasan […]

Brandon Stone shot a remarkable round of 60 to break the course record at Gullane Golf Club on the final day of the Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open as he powered to victory in the Rolex Series event by four strokes to cement his spot in the European Tour’s season-ending DP World Tour Championship at […]

Majid Al Futtaim – the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia – invites residents to beat the summer heat and enjoy City Centre Me’aisem’s specially designed indoor tropical paradise with exciting activities and interactive games until August 4. City Centre Me’aisem—the beloved community-oriented mall—promises to keep […]

Emirates has been awarded IATA 753 compliance certification for its baggage operation in its home base of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The certification underlines the carrier’s capabilities to diligently track bags that flow through its Dubai hub for departing, arriving and connecting customers. IATA Resolution 753 requires airlines to track bags at four specific points […]

Live Nation Middle East confirms that French comedy star, Gad Elmaleh, is set to perform at Dubai Opera on December 11, 2018, as part of The Dream Tour. The highly-anticipated English-language stand-up show will feature his last Netflix special American Dream as well as new material about culture shock. Tickets will be available via www.ticketmaster.ae and […]