Global Village, the UAE and wider region’s leading multicultural family destination for culture, shopping, and entertainment, concluded Season 26 onMay 7, 2022, welcoming a record-breaking 7.8 million guests to the heart of wonder since its opening on October 26, 2021. Global Village has evolved into a top destination for exceptional multicultural and entertainment offerings that […]

The first of its kind, the Global Titans Fight Series will be hosted in Dubai at one of the iconic locations- the Burj Al Arab’s helipad. Kicking off on Saturday,May 14, the one-day event will bring together the world’s sporting legends. The fight night is set to be headlined by Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather and ‘Dangerous’ Don […]

Emirates and the South African Tourism Board have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly promote tourism and boost visitor arrivals and inbound traffic to South Africa from key markets across the Emirates network. The MoU was signed by Badr Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President Commercial Operations for Africa, and South Africa Tourism Board’s […]

The InClassica International Music Festival has returned to Dubai and commenced its 11th edition with a stunning performance by the Jerusalem Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Dmitry Yablonsky, featuring a solo performance by violinist Sergej Krylov, on Sunday, May 8th 2022. The festival is a four-week celebration of classical music that will present 50 world-renowned soloists, […]

Over the past few years, the coronavirus pandemic has drastically altered the way our society works, with social distancing becoming more prevalent and the use of masks continuing for many people, in spite of many countries no longer stating their use is mandatory. However, while a lot of people continue to catch the virus, its […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), DP World’s leading trade and logistics hub, held a ground-breaking ceremony for the first phase of its new “Jafza Logistics Park”, which is scheduled for completion in 2023. The purpose-built trading and logistics development will accommodate the growing number of warehousing, processing and logistics activities carried out in Dubai. The […]

Emirates has once again been crowned as ‘Best Airline Worldwide’ for the ninth consecutive time at last night’s Business Traveller Middle East awards. At a ceremony attended by key travel industry executives, the airline also swept three other categories, including airline with the “Best Premium Economy Class”, “Best Economy Class” and “Best Frequent Flyer Programme”. […]

Dubai-based Arabian Adventures, a leading destination management company and part of the dnata Travel Group, is launching extensive growth plans for 2022 across its entire operations. Offering superior end-to-end destination services to its international travel trade partners, including a range of renowned desert safaris, tours and experiences, as well as cruise handling and event services, the company has strengthened its […]

As the world looks to emulate Dubai’s successful tourism recovery strategy, the city welcomed 3.97 million international overnight visitors between January and March 2022, up from 1.27 million visitors for the corresponding period last year, representing a massive 214 per cent YoY visitation growth that places the city firmly on track for a momentous year […]

Emirates welcomed His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai to its stand at Arabian Travel Market where he was able to experience the airline’s latest onboard product, Premium Economy. His Highness Sheikh Mohammed, accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum […]

His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman and Chief Executive, Emirates Airline & Group, received The Honourable Edmund Bartlett, Minister of Tourism, Jamaica at ATM.  Minister Bartlett was accompanied by Donovan White, Director of Tourism, the Jamaica Tourist Board and Dr Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority. During […]

As part of its efforts to enhance the emirate’s position as a leading cultural hub for incubating global artists and entrepreneurs and support cultural tourism and the creative economy in the emirate, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is participating in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, the leading global event for the tourism and […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, was recognised as the Best Low-Cost Airline serving the Middle East at this year’s Business Traveller Middle East Awards. It is the 8th time that flydubai has won the award. Voted by the public and readers of the magazine, the award reflects flydubai’s agility as a business and highlights the contributions the […]

Emirates and Royal Air Maroc have today launched a codeshare partnership, providing more travel options and connection choices for customers of both airlines between Dubai and Casablanca, and beyond. Effective later this month, both airlines will place their marketing codes on each other’s flights between Casablanca and Dubai to a total of 209 combined destinations. […]

Emirates, renowned for its award-winning products and services, is launching a new hospitality-based strategy which will take the customer experiences that its teams deliver on ground and in the air, to new heights. The programme will be one of the biggest people, process, and product initiatives ever implemented at the airline, touching all frontline customer […]

Dubai’s home of live entertainment, Coca-Cola Arena has today announced that English singer-songwriter, Louis Tomlinson will bring his sell-out world tour to Dubai on 2 July 2022. Having risen to fame as a member of the internationally recognized boy band One Direction in 2010, Louis has sold over 100 million records across the globe. Following […]

Tomorrowland, one of the most iconic music festivals in the world, is set to open Terra Solis, a brand-new unique desert destination in Dubai. Nestled between the Arabian dunes and inspired by the most beautiful star constellations, Terra Solis will open in September in Dubailand, Al Yufra, welcoming people from around the globe to a […]

Emirates Post, the official postal operator and leading express provider in the UAE, will host the World Mail & Express Europe Middle East & Africa (WMX EMEA) conference from May 11 to May 12, 2022, in Dubai. The two-day conference, which will be attended by over 200 global executives and feature more than 30 expert […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced that it will operate flights to ten unique destinations from 23 June. This includes the launch of flights to the new destinations Izmir and Pisa as well as the resumption of operations to popular seasonal summer destinations such as Bodrum, Mykonos, Santorini and Tivat. Since the start of 2022, […]

The Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) in Dubai, recently hosted a virtual workshop with over 15leading e-commerce players, including Noon.com and Amazon, to update them on the latest e-commerce initiatives rolled out by the E-commerce Committee under the Dubai Economic Acceleration Unit (EAU). First in a series of similar initiatives by DET, the workshop […]

STARZPLAY, MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service,has added yet another first to its incredible roster of Original programming. The streaming platform has joined hands with none other than ‘The Voice of Dubai’,Ahmad Haffar to bring a stand-up comedy special, for the first time ever on STARZPLAY, that will surely take you […]

Supporters from across the UAE gathered on the evening of May 8that the Burj Khalifa, as it was lit up to mark International Thalassaemia Day 2022. Patients,Families, carers and support organisations looked on as the iconic landmark carrying a message of support and solidarity for thalassaemia patients, promoting awareness and improving the understanding of thalassaemia. […]

Dubai Airports has confirmed that the Northern Runway Rehabilitation project at Dubai International (DXB) is ready to commence from today, May 9 until June 22, 2022. The essential works being carried out will see the world’s busiest international airport’s operations reduce to a one runway operation. To minimise disruption to our guests more than 1,000 […]

Picture the scene…. You’re driving in the car and a song comes on that makes you turn up the radio to maximum volume and sing at the top of your voice with no regard for the odd looks from your fellow motorists. One such song is “It’s My Life” by Dr Alban and on Wednesday 11th May, this Nigerian/Swedish […]

dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, returns to the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) as it unveils its first dedicated stand at the Dubai event in 2022. Dubai-based dnata, which incorporates world-leading Travel, Airport Operations, Cargo, Catering & Retail divisions, is taking part in the region’s largest travel industry event with a stand […]

Flyers can look forward to another distinctive Emirates travel experience as the airline unveils its full Premium Economy offering onboard and on ground, and announces it will open this highly sought-after cabin for sale from 1 June 2022. The new cabin class, which offers luxurious seats, more legroom, and a service to rival many airlines’ […]

It was a life-changing moment for one lucky guest at Global Village when he won a brand new Ford Bronco SUV just as the curtains came down on Season 26 on May 7. As Nagasai Reddy, 24, was given the keys to his brand new car, the visibly overwhelmed winner said that he felt very […]

Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has officially launched the Jumeirah Airport Lounge at Dubai International (DXB), located at the heart of Terminal 3 Arrivals. Designed to deliver the Group’s signature hospitality and encourage guests to relax and enjoy their first moments in the city, the Jumeirah Airport […]

With Dubai fully regaining its vibrancy after safely navigating and accelerating out of the unprecedented global challenge, the city’s newly formed Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) will showcase the diversity of Dubai’s destination offering, along with innovative initiatives designed to further strengthen the city’s tourism industry, during the 29th edition of Arabian Travel Market.

Soho Garden Palm Jumeirah is set to bring back popular DJ duo, CamelPhat on Saturday 7th May. Kicking off the summer season in style, CamelPhat are the latest international act to take to the decks at Soho Garden’s Palm Jumeirah outpost.  CamelPhat English DJ and production duo, Dave Whelan and Mike Di Scala formed CamelPhat in Liverpool in […]

Emirates has today revealed a new custom A380 livery dedicated to Dubai’s newest architectural icon and centre for pioneering concepts and ideas, the Museum of the Future. The first Emirates A380 (A6-EVK) to sport this exciting new livery, takes flight tomorrow to Los Angeles. As its nine other aircraft siblings roll out of the dedicated […]

One goal of the metaverse is to replicate the feeling of real-world connection by creating immersive virtual environments. This provides a unique opportunity to involve participation in society by leveraging virtual technology. However, as we have transitioned to the information age and a digital economy, we have witnessed how pre-existing inequalities & barriers present in […]

Emirates landed in Bali for the first time since the suspension of flights in 2020 due to the pandemic. Emirates flight EK398 landed in Denpasar International Airport (DPS) at 22:20 hrs on 1 May, and was welcomed by a spectacular water cannon salute to inaugurate the airline’s return. The operating cabin crew of the flight […]

Thousands of guests are enjoying a memorable Eid Al Fitr this week with opening hours extended from 5pm until 2am for the final week of Season 26. The multicultural destination provides the perfect spot for an unforgettable holiday, with 26 country pavilions representing 80 cultures, Carnaval adventures, entertainment, fun-filled attractions and activities for guests of […]

Business executives and boardrooms throughout the world are asking themselves, “What is my metaverse strategy?” What precisely should I do in the metaverse? “What exactly is the #metaverse anyway?” We are all in the early stages of understanding this evolution; businesses require assistance in understanding what their current options are, how to manage this trend […]

Continental and the Emirates Red Crescent recently collaborated to host a special day out for underprivileged children in Dubai in the spirit of Ramadan, with support from Dubai Safari Park. Continental invited29 children, along with staff from Emirates Red Crescent,to the Dubai Safari Park for a special curated experience, which included bird and giraffe feeding, […]

The Real Estate Regulatory Agency (RERA) at Dubai Land Department (DLD) has suspended nine real estate brokers from practicing their work for three months, while their real estate brokerage office has been fined AED 50,000, for cold calling and direct telemarketing. RERA is keen on providing a safe real estate environment for investors and customers […]

This Ramadan, IHG® Hotels & Resorts one of the world’s leading hotel companies has pledged its support to Al Jalila Foundation,a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to transforming lives through medical research, education and treatment in the UAE. Throughout the Holy Month, IHG has supported the Foundation’s ‘basma’ campaign by enabling guests to donate a sum of money […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, announced today the launch of flights to Izmir in Turkey starting from 26 June with a three-times weekly service. Flights to Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport (ADB) will operate from Terminal 2 at Dubai International (DXB) on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays. With the start of flights to Izmir, flydubai’s network in Turkey […]

After a relatively calmer month, the trailblazers of the dinner and show experience, Billionaire Dubai, are bringing their iconic show back in full swing in May for one month only, before the usual summer hiatus. Prepare to be amazed by an evening full of world-class entertainment and high energy vibes in a breath-taking venue with […]

Celebrate, dine and soak in the sun rays this Eid Al-Fitr as Palm Jumeirah’s waterfront destinations buzz with exciting offers from 2 to 8 May. Visitors can look forward to a spectacular firework show at The Pointe on 2 May at 9 pm and can enjoy The Palm Fountain’s line-up of exciting shows. Open from […]

In an effort to ensure a healthy learning environment for people of determination, Dubai Cares, a civil society organization formally associated with the United Nations Department of Global Communications, announced its support to Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs by providing essential anti-bacterial furniture that will help improve the wellbeing and safety of […]

flydubai, the Dubai-based airline, has announced today that it is expecting a record number of passengers to travel during the Eid Al Fitr break. The carrier has seen an increase in demand for flights to its popular destinations which includes Baku, Colombo, Istanbul and Maldives as well as some of its more recently launched destinations […]

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), DP World’s leading trade and logistics hub, held a ground-breaking ceremony for the first phase of its new “Jafza Logistics Park”, which is scheduled for completion in 2023. The purpose-built trading and logistics development. will accommodate the growing number of warehousing, processing and logistics activities carried out in Dubai. The […]

At the occasion of International Thalassaemia Day 2022, Bristol Myers Squibb, in collaboration with the Thalassaemia International Federation (TIF), has the pleasure to invite you to attend a spectacular showcase on iconic Burj Khalifa Date & Time: Sunday 8th May 2022 at 9:10 PM With over 80 million people globally carrying Thalassaemia and the UAE having a high rate, […]

Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has held an array of initiatives marking the imminent advent of Eid Al-Fitr. Events were held in cooperation with the key partner First Abu Dhabi Bank in addition to Keolis-MHI (Dubai Metro and Tram operator), Red Crescent Authority, and a contribution from Dar Al Hay Tailoring. The initiatives aimed […]

Dubai Airports today confirmed plans to leverage the capacity and infrastructure of Dubai World Central (DWC), Dubai’s second airport, to ensure a seamless guest experience during the planned temporary closure of Dubai International’s (DXB) northern runway starting May 9 and continuing through June 22, 2022. Dubai International’s (DXB) northern runway will close for a 45-day […]

Coca-Cola Arena is back in full force with some great events for the Eid holiday, with a first show featuring two of the biggest DJs in the industry, Afrojack and Steve Aoki. On May 3, 2022, start your Eid celebrations with a bang. The doors of the Coca-Cola Arena will open at 6 p.m. and […]

Mashreq, one of the leading financial institutions in the UAE, today has reported its financial results for the quarter ending 31st March 2022. H.E AbdulAziz Al Ghurair, Chairman of Mashreq, said: “Mashreq has delivered a strong start to the new year, with Q1 2022 showing robust year-on-year growth across key metrics, significant risk cost reductions […]

With Eid Al Fitr approaching and more travellers planning to take to the skies, Emirates is responding by offering more flights across seven cities in the GCC and Middle East. The airline is stepping up its schedule by adding 23 flights and layering on additional seats with the deployment of both A380s and Boeing 777s […]

The eleventh edition of the InClassica International Musical Festival, presented by SAMIT Event Group, is all set to begin in the UAE at the prestigious Dubai Opera from May 8 to June 2, 2022, featuring performances from world-renowned classical musicians serenading audiences with classic favorites. Established as the world’s leading classical music festival, the 11th […]

According to the Mo’asher, Dubai’s official sales and rental performance index that was launched by Dubai Land Department (DLD) in cooperation with Property Finder, Dubai’s real estate market records a total of 25,972 real estate transactions in Q1 2022, marking it the highest number of real estate transactions since 2010 registered in a single quarter […]

The region’s top festival, Sole DXB, is set to return on December 9-11, 2022, after a two-year hiatus. Sole DXB is a Dubai-based festival owned and developed by Sole. Its multi-format programming encompasses three nights and two days of live music performances, DJ sets, film screenings, talks, workshops, sports tournaments and serves as the premier […]

Following the huge success of Intellect’s C-Wagon launched at the beginning of Ramadan, the homegrown coffee brand is extending the most lavish activation for your Eid gatherings. This cafe on wheels (a literal coffee shop) comes to the comfort of your home, to give you and your loved ones an at-home experience that is sure […]

dnata Travel, the UAE’s longest-standing travel provider, is revealing the total volume of local and international travel bookings for the anticipated Eid al-Fitr break is up by 195% so far in 2022, compared to overall bookings made throughout the same annual holiday period in 2021. In 2022, the number of international travel bookings for the […]

Expo 2020 Dubai awarded AED 6.8 billion of contracts to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), providing a significant contribution to a vital sector of Dubai’s vibrant economy and exceeding a commitment made in 2016 to award at least 20 percent of all direct and indirect spend to SMEs. The figure represents more than a quarter […]

The Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), a part of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), has announced a full time nine-week intensive course in pastry and baking to pave the way for talented individuals to take up careers as professional pastry chefs or bakers within Dubai’s thriving restaurant and hospitality sector. The course will […]

STAGE Dubai, the region’s most luxurious Arabic nightlife venue, is all set to welcome the most discerning party-goers and trendsetters this Eid. An exclusive line-up of thrilling acts and spectacular performances awaits elite guests ready to re-ignite their party senses, starting from the three-day Eid celebration and beyond. STAGE is a stunning venue of light […]

Medyaf, the industry nationalisation initiative at Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, has launched the ‘Explore the Tourism Industry in Dubai’initiative, designed to empower Emirati talent seeking to join the tourism workforce with the fundamental knowledge and skills through an immersive programme of interactive workshops, field trips, vocational […]

Translation services in Dubai are flourishing nowadays. More and more businesses are expanding internationally and reaching out to consumers who do not speak the language of the company’s home country but are interested in their services and products. However, these businesses must be able to interact successfully with customers in different parts of the world. […]