Dubai South has awarded contracts worth AED 1 billion for a number of project developments, most notably in the city’s Residential District, adjoining the Expo 2020 Dubai site. The infrastructure and design contracts have been awarded to noted industry leaders, including Parsons Corporation, Atkins Global, Studio International Architects, Al Nasr, Tristar Engineering & Construction and […]

Societe Dubai, located in Marina Byblos hotel, is giving you an extra reason to cool down and stay hydrated this summer. Every Saturday before midnight, the club will be offering up unlimited house beverages for AED150 to revelers. The offer includes grape, hops and house spirits. The ‘Unlimited Saturday’ deal has to be purchased before […]

The Dubai Film and TV Commission (DFTC) and Dubai Studio City (DSC) are gearing up for the premiere and global release of the third instalment of the globally renowned sci-fi franchise, Star Trek Beyond. DFTC announced today that the Dubai premiere of the film will take place on the 19th of July at Novo Cinemas […]

Be In The Thick Of The Action! It is time to start practicing your samba because the Rio Summer 2016 Olympics are upon us! Manzil Downtown Dubai brings you not just one but two options for this action packed summer of games. From August 5, Dubai’s favourite sports hub, Nezesaussi Grill, will be offering Deals […]

Enjoy unlimited house beverages for AED150 every Saturday Societe Dubai, located in Marina Byblos hotel, is giving you an extra reason to cool down and stay hydrated this summer. Every Saturday night the club will be offering up unlimited house beverages for AED150 to revellers who arive before midnight. The offer includes grape, hops and […]

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With its new restaurant opening, Aseelah, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek wastes no time around spreading the heritage and history of the UAE, this summer with the help of camels. Six stuffed camels have been branded with the Aseelah logo and sent out to travel the world with the Directors of the property. No one knows […]

MUNICH – The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) today stepped up its search for innovative solutions to spur progress towards Zero Hunger by launching an Innovation Accelerator to identify and nurture new, bold responses to humanitarian and development challenges as outlined in the Sustainable Development Goals. Based in Munich, the Innovation Accelerator combines internal WFP […]

Spend AED 699 in one of our 62 Rotana restaurants across the UAE and get a complimentary night stay in one of our UAE hotels & resorts. Wherever your culinary mood takes you, we have the choice for you across our 62 Rotana restaurants, where you can spend AED 699 and receive a voucher to scratch […]

The handover at The Exchange Tower in Business Bay has been fully completed with 188 offices handed over to landlords. The tower, which was completed in January 2016, is fully live and operational marking a historic year for the Saudi-based real estate developer Tanmiyat Global, who also recently announced the Phase 1 handover of the […]

Luxury contemporary French jewelry house dinh van, part of the fashion arm of Mark PJSC, continues to dazzle audiences with its Seventies collection which sees the French jewelry house return to the very essence of it creations. With unique and sleek lines and curves, characteristic of the seventies, this collection pays homage to the boldness, […]

As the temperatures get higher and the peak of the summer hits Dubai, Manzil Downtown Dubai comes to the rescue with the Summer of Dining Experiences! Offering a range of family friendly, indoor options, there is nowhere better to beat the heat and have some fun too! July brings back the popular family favorite, Levant […]

The world’s third largest burger restaurant chain has opened its 17th location in BurJuman Centre, Dubai. The Wendy’s Middle East’s brand new restaurant is located in the recently launched food court and will be selling favorites like Dave’s Hot and Juicy Cheeseburger and some hot new additions like the Jalapeno Fresco Spicy Chicken Sandwich and the 4 […]

INGREDIENTS Resting time: Overnight • 4 small red beets, roasted or boiled • 200g Goats cheese, softened • 2 tablespoons honey • 3-4 tablespoons Greek yogurt • 2 tablespoons balsamic reduction • 2 tablespoons groundnut oil • 50g chopped and roasted hazelnuts • Mixed leaves to finish METHOD 1. Using a mandolin slice the beets […]

This summer look no further than Vida Downtown Dubai for a haven of relaxation, modern luxury and culinary delights – not to mention staying cool in the Dubai heat! This summer Vida Downtown Dubai offers an unbeatable selection of staycation offers so your next vacation is waiting for you right here, in a laid-back hideaway […]

Echoing autumn’s rich jewel tones, the Emporio Armani autumn 2016 watch collection uses deep colours and carefully considered design, elevating its timepieces to a new level of style. Sleek, slimmed-down silhouettes and innovative modern finishes update the most popular ranges and launch the newest watches as stars of the Emporio Armani ready-to-wear accessories collection.

Marka PJSC (DFM: MARKA), the first public stock retail operator in the UAE, today announced details of its joint CSR activity with Reem Al Bawadi restaurant. The recent successful Ramadan initiative was developed by Marka and facilitated through its restaurant chain Reem Al Bawadi to help feed labourers around Dubai during the holy month of […]

THE BEACH, the upbeat outdoor destination by Meraas, marks the joyous occasion of Eid Al Fitr with their digital campaign ‘SmileItsEid’. Capture your smile and share your moment of joy this Eid with THE BEACH on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter for a chance to win AED1,000 worth of vouchers from a variety of dining, retail […]

Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek offers a great way to celebrate Eid–al–Fitr with special Eid Brunch for only Dh149 per person. With the end of the Holy month of Ramadan come decisions for a delicious destination. The historic property has not one but 8 restaurants with a newly opened 9thjewel to please any and […]

Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East and North Africa, invites everyone to celebrate Eid Al Fitr as each mall hosts an extraordinary schedule of unique experiences, traditional celebrations, as well as compelling promotions. “We are delighted to mark this cherished occasion which sees families and friends […]

By Sharad Agarwal, Editor – DubaiCityGuide.com Ramadan is the ninth month of the Islamic calendar and a special time of the year for millions of Muslims around the world. Suhoors and iftars vary from country to country and the Holy Month is usually a period when people opt to eat traditional and healthy meals. Ramadan […]

Join us for a scrumptious Eid Brunch at Olive Oil for only AED 179* per person, inclusive of unlimited soft drinks, chilled juices, coffee or tea and selected house beverages. Featuring a wide array of delectable International and Arabic cuisines meticulously prepared by our chefs showcasing their culinary expertise for you to have a perfect […]

Online Travel website Rehlat, a leading OTA in Kuwait and one of the fastest growing OTAs in the Middle East, has announced a mega sale program on occasion of EID where it will give an Eidiya to the first 1000 customers of 6 KWD and then 4 KWD to users after that. On top of […]

nkdpizza announced today that it is bacck in the UAE with the opening of three new outlets in Dubai in Business Bay, Motor City and, their flagship shop, in Dubai Marina. Customers can, once again, enjoy the brand’s unique, healthy, all natural pizza that has no additives, preservatives, artificial coloring or flavors. The much anticipated […]

This Ramadan, BurJuman is inviting shoppers to discover the spirit of the HolyMonth at the Ramadan Night Bazaar,which will be running every evening from June 23 to July 9. Organised in collaboration with G-Squad Events,the17-nightpop-up shopping event is the perfect opportunity to browse the wares and pickup a thoughtful and unique Eid gift for family […]

Dubai has been ‘Smurfed’ by the official arrival of four loveable Smurfs: Papa, Smurfette, Brainy and Vanity who recently landed in the city of their future mushroom-capped home in MOTIONGATE™ Dubai the action-packed Hollywood-inspired theme park, part of the wider Dubai Parks and Resorts. Adding to the festivities, the little blue friends are celebrating Global […]

A Dubai company’s innovation could spell the end of a dangerous industrial practice that has afflicted the global welding sector for almost a century. ‘Bear Hugging’ (lifting) and ‘Churning’ (rolling) of 90kg-plus gas cylinders has exacted a heavy injury toll on generations of welders – and cost the industry untold millions in ‘downtime’. But now […]

The District is the UAE’s latest fashion concept boutique showcasing a unique selection of the city’s most stylish collections of apparel and accessories. Featuring both renowned and upcoming international designers as well as emerging and established regional talent, the boutique boasts a well-rounded selection of intriguing brands, most exclusive to the UAE. The Dubai-born concept […]

KeepCup aims to support and encourage a change in the way eco-citizens of the world enjoy their takeaway coffee. KeepCups success has been founded on the key consumer insight that colour is a key factor in end user attraction to KeepCup. It is the colour which captures attention and inspires people to learn more about […]

As home of Dubai’s Turtle Rehabilitation Project, Burj Al Arab will continue its work by hosting a turtle release event on World Sea Turtle Day. In the cooler hours of the morning of the 16th June, Dubai British School, alongside in house guests of Burj Al Arab and Jumeirah Beach Hotel will gather amongst the sandy shores of beachside […]

In the spirit of self-reflection and realigning personal values to focus on the valuable essence of life, Omar Bin Haider is the first person in the UAE to commit to going offline between Suhoor and Iftar with du’s #digitalfasting movement. With the aim of reconnecting with himself, his friends and family, and as part of […]

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE, and Ruler of Dubai has recently endorsed the model design of the Enterprise Command & Control Center (EC3), which the Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) is set to construct at a cost of AED335 million to cater to the needs […]

The famous Barasti Beach Stadium in Dubai will be the setting of a competition to find out who are the loudest football fans this summer. Each night during the biggest football competition of 2016, hundreds of fans will head to Barasti to watch all the action in the best air-conditioned venue in the city. And […]

June 8 2016 – Emirates is amplifying its inflight entertainment offering, adding a second dedicated sports channel to its ice TV Live onboard – now available on over 90 of its Boeing 777 aircraft. Busy globe trotters and travelling sports fans can now enjoy more live sporting action than ever before. Sports 24 Extra, the second […]

On behalf of Awqaf and Minors Affairs Foundation (AMAF), His Excellency Tayeb Abdul Rahman Al-Rais, Secretary General, AMAF today handed over a cheque for AED741,000 to the SOS Children’s Village International for the maintenance of buildings of SOS Children’s Village in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. Honoring the will of AMAF’s dedicated endower Ahmed Baghlaf, […]

For the first time in  Dubai the  brand shalky  displays his designs in the  Rivage boutique Dubai the collection  includes display   summer and  lineup Ramadan  in a Sunset Mall, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai  Qassim AlQassim the “Shalky” house designer has launched a new collection for the  summer season of 2016 which inspired from the Ottoman […]

At 361m in length, it’s longer than both the Eiffel Tower and Burj Al Arab. Spanning 16 decks, it weighs 227,000 gross registered tonnes and has the capacity to house 5,497 guests at double occupancy; In short, Royal Caribbean’s latest Oasis-Class ship Harmony of the Seas, is a ship of monstrous proportions; more of a […]

From the migrant crisis in Europe, to the earthquake in Nepal, the ability to communicate is essential to humanitarian emergency operations. World-leading satellite operators and integrators: Arabsat, EMC, Eutelsat, Hispasat, Inmarsat, Intelsat, SES, Thuraya and Yahsat are conducting technical training for humanitarian personnel starting in Dubai this week, to support the provision of communications to […]

In the arid deserts of the UAE who would have thought it would be possible to indulge in the flavours of Italy’s finest ingredients as if you were a stone’s throw away from one of the country’s fertile farms.The year was 1931 and something was stirring on the Venetian banks of San Marco. An idea […]

Emirates is on a mission to raise awareness about the threat that the illegal wildlife trade poses to the survival of some of the planet’s most endangered and iconic animals. Emirates today unveiled its fifth A380 emblazoned with special livery in support of United for Wildlife – an alliance between seven of the world’s most […]

The Spanish group Meliá Hotels International launched a four-star superior Innside hotel in downtown Aachen on May 2nd. A stone’s throw from the Couven Museum, Aachen Cathedral and the famous city park, a new urban lifestyle hotel with 158 rooms had been erected. Following the unique design concept of the Innside by Meliá premium brand, […]

Date:        Throughout the month of Ramadan Time:       Iftar to 11:00pm Venue:     BikesnBites, BOXPARK, Al Wasl Road Brief:       This Ramadan, head down to BikesnBites, the bike lover’s paradise, as they whip up a mouth-watering menu especially for the occasion. Break your fast with the Texan inspired three course set menu featuring smoked […]

La Petite Maison Dubai, the home of Cuisine Nicoise, will be open throughout the month of Ramadan offering diners a relaxed atmosphere to enjoy delicious Mediterranean fare that is focused on non-GMO and organic ingredients. For those not observing Ramadan, lunch will be at the usual timings from 12pm – 3.30pm each day. Diners can indulge […]

Sunil Vaswani, the Group Chairman of multinational conglomerate Stallion Group was ranked No.1 for the second consecutive year by Forbes Middle East, in its List of Top 100 Indian Business Leaders in the Arab World. He was awarded as the top entrepreneur at the 4th Top Indian Leaders in the Arab World 2016 event held […]

PLAY created a chic dinner experience in a private area of the renowned restaurant where Dubai’s elite fashion crowd were able to dine and discuss the latest original fashion platform 151Luwolt. The stylish affair was hosted by famous fashion blogger, Desert Mannequin, who brought together the most influential women in fashion to enjoy an evening […]

Kanz Jewels, one of UAE’s leading and oldest jewellery brands, played host to the charming and suave Bollywood star Irrfan Khan during his visit to the Gold Souk. Irfan Khan is an Indian actor known for his roles in several Bollywood movies, British films and Hollywood blockbusters. Film critics, contemporaries and other experts consider him […]

Play is widely recognized as an essential component to a child’s development that contributes to their cognitive, physical, social, and emotional well-being. And, as the early years of a child’s development set the basis for learning, behaviour, and health that last a lifetime, it is important to allow a child the freedom to play and […]

If possible I prefer a carry-on only unless you are going for more than four days. Make your outfits versatile so you can use things more than once. Plan ahead, for instance if you pack a navy blue tuxedo as an outfit to wear in the evening, you can also use the tuxedo jacket with […]

Victoria Beckham has been named the best dressed celebrity traveller by British Airways, which today unveiled its inaugural list of the World’s Best Dressed Travellers. With her effortless ability to turn the airport arrivals lounge into her personal fashion runway, Victoria pipped Amal Clooney to the coveted top spot. The list has been compiled by […]

Today Betadine announced the launch of its healthy living webisode series “Supporting my Journey” targeting young consumers through mobile viewership. Bespoke Ride Studio, Al Quoz hosted the event with the presence of Dubai’s media, along with sport enthusiasts and the five local Champions. The webisode series follows the progress of five champions to reach the goal […]

Competing for the first time as a team, the all-girl foursome of Shavon Simpson, Kim Myers, Kristen Johnson and Nada Almarr powered to the top in the 4-Way Formation Intermediate Category at the second 2016 SandStorm Scrambles event at Inflight Dubai. The foursome the only all-girl group in the 16-team competition open to both Intermediate […]

Swarovski, the global leader in cut crystal and fashion jewelry, presents Dubai-based Iranian artist Salmeh Moravvej, Co-Owner at MSS Art, and her unique paintings, as part of the ‘Ingredient Branding’ program. MSS Art, was founded in 1999 by sisters, Salmeh and Sarah Moravvej, after moving to Dubai from Iran where they were photographers. Accustomed to […]

CITY WALK, the urban living destination by Meraas, has transformed into a vast motor sport arena for the second edition of CITY OVERDRIVE. The sensational 10-day motor festival showcases a raft of rare custom-built cars by auto-artists from the world over, as well as vintage models and super cars that have never been driven on […]

The award-winning Talise Spa, located across Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts, has unveiled a new ‘Happiness Spa’ package in Dubai. At Talise, our guests’ greatest asset is their health and happiness and anyone who books the offer can mix and match a combination of two 30-minute treatments from the popular spa list. Allow our therapists to […]

CITY WALK, the urban living destination by Meraas, has transformed into a vast motor sport arena for the second edition of CITY OVERDRIVE. The sensational 10-day motor festival showcases a raft of rare custom-built cars by auto-artists from the world over, as well as vintage models and super cars that have never been driven on […]

INDEX and workspace at INDEX, the region’s favourite design exhibitions, will take place this year from 23-26 May 2016 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. Welcoming over 30,000 architecture, design, interiors and retail professionals over four days, the shows offer the ultimate in industry networking – with local talent and innovation tipped as the biggest […]

Majid Al Futtaim’s luxury flagship Mall of the Emirates stunned mall visitors from March 12th – 26th 2016, during an elegant fashion display located in the mall’s Central Galleria. Featuring mannequins adorned in the latest Spring/Summer 2016 collections from the esteemed fashion retailer Etoile “La boutique”, the exhibition debuted as part of Mall of the […]

Ayamna, a destination that invites you to revive precious memories over authentic Lebanese delicacies which are served within contemporary luxurious settings.

Emirates announced today that iit has signed a new multi-year global partnership deal with the North American Soccer League (NASL) reigning champions, the New York Cosmos. Emirates will continue as the club’s Founding Partner and jersey-front sponsor. The contract renewal date begins 1st April and will extend for a period of three years. In addition […]