Former Liverpool, Manchester City and Bayern Munich footballer Dietmar Hamann is set to join golfers in the UAE in the fight against one of the world’s most deadly diseases by taking to the course in the first event of the 2018 DHL Swing Against Cancer Golf Series when the DHL Open gets underway at Jumeirah […]

Great Place to Work® – a global research, training and consultancy firm that recognizes the best workplaces in over 50 countries worldwide – has revealed its eighth annual list of ‘Best Workplaces’ in the UAE. The 2017-2018 UAE list is the largest yet for Great Place to Work and recognizes the country’s top employers with […]

 More than USD106 billion worth of projects in the GCC’s water industry are being developed, launched or tendered to suppliers in the region. The progress of these projects and latest trends within the industry will be analysed at the Future Drainage & Stormwater Networks Abu Dhabi and Wet Infrastructure Summit, taking place from 2 to 3 […]

Award-winning local real estate firm Allsopp & Allsopp has carved another industry first in a landmark agreement with property maintenance company Logic Urban Living.  Lewis Allsopp, CEO, says: “We are delighted to announce that anyone taking a full management contract for their property (or property portfolio) with Allsopp & Allsopp will now get a free […]

H.E. Majid Saif Al Ghurair, Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, called on investors and companies in Dubai to take advantage of the attractive business opportunities in Tanzania as he addressed delegates at the Tanzania-UAE Business & Investment Forum in Dubai. The high-level forum, hosted at the Chamber’s premises today, was organised […]

Pure Gold Jewellers won the coveted 2018 Dubai Service Excellence Scheme Award in the ‘Best Service Performance Brand’ category, for demonstrating excellence and providing customers outstanding service in the UAE. Established in 2002, Dubai Service Excellence Scheme (DSES) award is an initiative of the Department of Economic Development to promote excellence in customer service standards […]

 Under the patronage of His Excellency Dr. Salem Abdul Rahman Al Darmaki, Advisor to UAE Minister of Health and Prevention, MENA MedTech Forum, the region’s largest forum for Medical Technology came to a close today, after two days of continuous deliberations and workshops to discuss the future of digital healthcare, and its opportunities and challenges for the region.   Experts from across the world, and MedTech industry executives from the MENA […]

Taqaddam, the British Council and HSBC’s life skills programme for 15-16 year olds in the Middle East and North Africa, was awarded runner up at the International Business Excellence Awards in the corporate social responsibility category. Gemma Barlow, British Council Head of Programmes, UAE, received the award on behalf of the British Council and HSBC […]

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau has successfully concluded a press conference at Arabian Travel Market Media Center today, 23rd April, 2018 as part of their participation at Arabian Travel Market 2018 and its on-going efforts to develop new markets and increase the number of visitors and spend from the region to Sri Lanka. The press […]

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018 announced the winner of its ‘Best Stand Awards’ initiative at a photo-call opportunity on the show floor, yesterday, with industry judges paying a visit to over 500 exhibition stands to select the winner. The Turkish Ministry of Cultural and Tourism took the award for the ‘Best Stand Design’ and the […]

Overcoming extreme temperatures, shifting pack ice, blistering winds, and the ever-present threat of polar bears, 11 predominantly novice female adventurers arrived yesterday at the North Pole, 7 days after launching their expedition. With only two experienced polar explorers among them, the team – consisting of four women from the Middle East and seven from Europe […]

Your favorite YouTuber looks better in widescreen, your phone is a fashion statement, and your photos have to look amazing for Instagram. The UAE’s digital-savvy population expects a lot from their smartphone, leading HTC to announce the local availability of two devices that deliver the goods without breaking the bank: the HTC Desire 12 and […]

Today, Marriott International signed a distribution co-operation agreement with Al Tayyar Travel Group (ATG), which will establish direct connectivity between the two companies, allowing ATG to pull inventory and rates in real time from Marriott International’s reservations systems. This agreement is mutually beneficial to both companies as Marriott International will have access to ATG’s wide […]

With a joint commitment to expand the fashion scene in the Middle East through the support of local talent, Etihad Airways will reveal an all-new loungewear collection in collaboration with online luxury fashion retailer, Moda Operandi, through an exquisite ‘Night at the Museum’ event held at the iconic Louvre Abu Dhabi. The new line by Emirati […]

KnoWho Market, a platform that connects corporations and organizations with experts and speakers, has announced the 10 shortlisted candidates who have been selected from the first round of the exciting public speaking competition titled MENA Speaks on 20th April. MENA Speaks is a competition that has been launched by KnoWho Market and it aims at […]

 The Center of Waste Management – Abu Dhabi (Tadweer) has announced its support as a strategic partner and sponsor for the 2018 edition of the Al Dhafra Water Festival. In this role, the Center will provide services at the festival before, during and after the event to ensure hygienic and aesthetic appearances are maintained at the festival site and […]

 In the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance, The Sea of Culture Foundation’s Literary Salon, one of the showpiece events at the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair 2018, today got off to a brisk start with informative talks and lively debates on the UAE’s culture and history by a […]

Golden Tulip Khatt Springs Resort & Spa signed an agreement with Ice Land Water Park under the endorsement of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) at Arabian Travel Market today (Wednesday 25th April). The agreement, which will provide guests staying at Golden Tulip Khatt Springs and Golden Tulip Dibba Oman Resort with complimentary access […]

 Choose Chicago, the official sales and marketing organization responsible for promoting Chicago as a global visitor destination, has launched the ‘Ultimate Choose Chicago Iconic Selfie Challenge’ holiday package, created exclusively for the Middle East market, to entice a greater number of visitors from the Gulf countries to make Chicago their destination of choice for 2018. […]

Muslim travellers will spend $157 billion by 2020, driven by millennial travellers and the top outbound market remains Saudi Arabian, which will grow 17% over the next three years alone, to reach $27.9 billion. The figures were released during Arabian Travel Market’s Global Halal Tourism Summit 2018, which took place at the Dubai World Trade […]

 HP Inc. will be participating at the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) 2018 to demonstrate how it is reinventing security by designing its enterprise products for cyber-resilience. This includes its latest portfolio of Personal Systems (PS) and Multifunctional Printers that are equipped with security capabilities built directly into the hardware. GISEC is the region’s premier […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently hosted a two-day workshop at its premises which highlighted best practices in sustainability reporting and provided members of its Sustainability Network with frameworks and useful tools for preparing sustainability reports. The workshop, entitled “Roadmap to Sustainability Reporting”, was organised by the Network’s Sustainability Reporting Task Force, and […]

A session about the Future of taxis and ride-hailing apps was chaired by Dr Yousef Al Ali, CEO of Dubai Taxi Corporation, RTA. Topics discussed included current expansion across MENA region, How ride-hailing apps are affecting access to public transport ridership, and How authorities are dealing with ride-hailing apps across MENA in terms of regulations, […]

Dubai Ladies Club is set to host its fifth and largest annual charity fashion exhibition, ‘Designs of Hope’, which will take place this year as a bridal edition from May 2 – 7, 2018. The event is being held under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of […]

Emirates has introduced Home Check-in, a new service which allows customers to check in for their flights from anywhere in Dubai. The service is available for customers across all classes travelling on Emirates flights. The new service enables Emirates passengers to complete the security check and check-in from the comfort of their home, hotel or […]

Sweid & Sweid, an Award-winning UAE developer, announced that it has sold over AED 100 million during the pre-launch phase of the Middle East’s first Banyan Tree Residences during the first month of sales. Due for handover in just 17 months (Q3 2019), the G+31 storey tower will become Dubai’s first urban residential resort.  Located […]

Have you experienced the World’s Longest Zipline in Jebel Jais? Thrill-seekers can head to DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island and DoubleTree by Hilton Ras Al Khaimah, to enjoy the Zip, Sip, Dip promotion which includes a package with a zipline adventure per stay starting from 1st May, 2018. The Zip, Sip, Dip […]

Experts taking part in the 3rd MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition stated that public transport mobility and management was still facing challenges in cities and areas which were not privileged with the highest development opportunities. And accordingly, such cities were lacking in technologies of compiling and using data and digital information. Conceptions linked to public […]

Meliá Hotels International has announced an agreement to add the Sol Marrakesh, the fifth hotel for the company in Morocco and the second in the country operating under the Sol brand, the company’s family-friendly holiday resort brand. In the popular area of Palmaraie, Sol Marrakesh enjoys a privileged location about 18km from Marrakech Airport and […]

On the heels of their successful New York Fashion Week event last February, Etihad Airways and luxury online retailer Moda Operandi collaborated for a high-profile fashion event at The Louvre Abu Dhabi in support of the industry’s growth in the region. The star-studded event saw the launch of thestylish new exclusive loungewear line by Emirati […]

 dnata was recently presented with the two prestigious awards at the World Travel Awards Middle East Gala Ceremony 2018 – for the fifth year running, securing the accolade of ‘UAE’s Leading Travel Agency’ and ‘The Middle East’s Leading Business Travel Agency’. The World Travel Awards Middle East, presented at a gala dinner in Ras Al Khaimah, […]

Carlton Hotels & Suites, one of Dubai’s strategically located business and leisure hotels, have unveiled exciting growth plans during Arabian Travel Market 2018, a leading global event which is beneficial to the inbound and outbound travel industry. Across the industry, ATM is considered as one of the most crucial events, which provides an elevated platform for participants to display […]

Dubai Media City, the region’s leading media hub, and Motivate Group in association with Motivate Val Morgan, the official representative of the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity in the UAE, announced Sumer Kotwal and Gaurav Maitreya as winners of the 16th UAE Young Lions Digital Competition at an awards ceremony that took place at in5 […]

Arafat: Our ambition for railways to lift 10m riders per day Al Khalb: KSA receives 30m visitors to Mecca Al Romaih: We build cities, then we think in public transport Events of the 3rd MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition 2018 continued for the second day running, where several main, subsidiary and parallel sessions were held. […]

Dubai Tourism claimed the Best Stand for Doing Business at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) Best Stand Awards. Recognised for creating a busy B2B atmosphere, Dubai Tourism boasted a well-planned and easily navigable layout with a good presentation of their stand and its services. The hotly anticipated winners of this year’s awards were announced […]

In the second session of the MENA Transport Conference, the speakers stated that the global trend is towards using electric and electronic vehicles after the negative environmental impacts of vehicles and buses powered by fossil fuel. Li Jianguo, product manager at Zhengzhou Yutong, said, “There is a dire need for transporting people via electricity-powered transit […]

The historic Alamein resort, built in 1960 by the Sidi Abdelrahman Bay of the Mediterranean Sea and having hosted legendary leaders including Gamal Abdel Nasser Hussein, the second President of Egypt, is readying for a refreshing and contemporary facelift. Emaar Hospitality Group has commenced renovation and redesign work of the property, while maintaining its cultural […]

“The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has always been at the forefront to educate citizens across the country to practice and support sustainable initiatives, and the Earth Day activities this year were a testament of the country’s commitment to its efforts. It was inspiring to witness the contributions made by the public and private sector on […]

Noor Bank, one of the leading Shari’a compliant banks in the UAE, won the ‘Islamic Auto Finance Provider of the Year’ distinction for the second consecutive year at the YallaCompare Banking Awards. The accolade recognises Noor Bank’s suite of auto finance services and tailored auto-focused solutions offered to customers. Speaking on the win, John Iossifidis, […]

Meshwari restaurants are reinventing the wheel with the introduction of the Guacamole shawarma pocket meal to be available for a limited time. The sandwich is a delicious combination of chicken shawarma, guacamole sauce, red cabbage and lettuce in a traditional shami bread. The meal will include the guacamole shawarma pocket sandwich, fries and a soft […]

In collaboration with Meraas, the Dubai-based holding company behind some of the city’s most popular urban destinations, Dutch technology firm 2getthere officially revealed the first Group Rapid Transit autonomous vehicle that will be used at Bluewaters. The new vehicle was showcased during the UITP MENA Transport Congress and Exhibition, the most attended public transport event […]

One of the sessions of the MENA Transport Congress & Exhibition explored the use of information and technology in improving public transport services. The session was moderated by Gerome Borbex, Director, Regional Offices and Services, UITP, Belgium, and six other participants from Hong Kong, UAE, Germany, Canada, France and Turkey. Alok Jain, Director General of […]

The first season of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s public programmes concludes with a concert of popular Arab throwback music with a modern twist by Lebanese hip-hop enthusiast Rayess Bek and visual artist La Mirza in Love and Revenge on 2-3 May 2018 at 8pm n the museum’s Auditorium Plaza. Through a musical evening to be watched, Love and Revenge is […]

In partnership with Asia House, DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, hosted the ‘The New Global Trade Order’ conference at Almas Tower today. More than 300 policymakers and leading figures from the global trade and investment industries gathered to discuss ways to better understand the emerging world trade system given the current […]

In its launch edition last month, The Big 5 Heavy welcomed over 6000 visitors to the Dubai World Trade Centre. When asked, 90% of visitors said that they would return next year. The event brought together 300+ exhibitors across 7000 sqm of specialized exhibition space. It is now the largest event dedicated to heavy machinery […]

Marriott International has today unveiled an array of exciting offers for the upcoming hot months so that guests across the Middle East and Africa can enjoy an unforgettable summer. With a mega 30% off available for Marriott International’s loyalty members and 20% off for non-members, offers available across participating hotels, restaurants, lounges and spas from […]

Novo Cinemas, the region’s most innovative cinema chain, is bracing itself for a bumper weekend across all of its locations, with the release of mega-movie AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR. The final instalment of the Marvel trilogy, which is the first film ever to be filmed entirely in IMAX, will be released in movie theatres on the […]

Udrive, a dedicated pay-per-minute car rental service today opened its services to residents and visitors of Abu Dhabi. As a launch offer, all customers will be allowed a free drive up to a maximum of four hours on April 24-26th. The new service is in line with the Department of Transport’s plans to enhance and […]

 In the latest development of its MAG Alliances division, MAG Lifestyle Development (MAG LD) — the development arm of the MAG Group — has entered a strategic agreement with Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, to provide Etihad Guest members with an exclusive 5% discount on the purchase of units at MAG 318, […]

 A sold-out crowd will witness history as the Saudi General Sports Authority in partnership with WWE presents the first-ever Greatest Royal Rumble at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia this Friday, April 27 at 7:00 p.m. AST. The Greatest Royal Rumble event will air live in the Middle East on MBC Action, KSA Sports 1, Abu Dhabi Sports […]

Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) unveiled its new ‘Open to the New Shades’ campaign on the inaugural day of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, today. TAT’s presence at the event aims to increase the number of first-time and repeat visitors from the Middle East visiting Thailand. This year 50 Thai hotels, tour operators, medical service […]

The Dhs650m ($176.9m) J One residential and retail project on the Dubai Canal by the leading property development company RKM Durar Properties has been recognised with “The Best Design” award at Arabian Business Award 2018. Ibrahim Al Habib, the Chairman of RKM Durar Properties said “RKM Durar Properties are extremely honoured to have received Arabian […]

Emirates Holidays, the tour-operating arm of Emirates Airline, and the Dubai Health Authority’s Health Tourism Council are collaborating to offer visitors a plethora of tailor-made health and wellness holidays in Dubai. The move aims to tap into the growing demand for health and wellness tourism, leveraging on Dubai’s established world-class infrastructure for the wellness market. Dubai has […]

Dubai-based real estate agency Allsopp & Allsopp has achieved another first in the fiercely competitive Dubai real estate sector – being awarded for most sales transactions by Dubai Land Department.Allsopp & Allsopp, headquartered in Business Bay, has long been the number one sales generator on Dubai Land Department’s sales app, but this recognition goes beyond […]

Christie’s is pleased to offer the only recorded palimpsest of a Qur’an copied onto a Christian text, which will be offered as part of the Art of the Islamic and Indian Worlds Including Oriental Rugs and Carpets auction on 26 April. This is Lot 1 of the sale, which features nine folios coming from a […]

A panel of travel technology experts from Sabre, wego and Tajawal, came together at the Travel Tech Show at the Arabian Travel Market yesterday (Sunday 22nd April) to discuss the defining evolutions of hospitality technology. During a panel discussion entitled “Distribution evolution and the latest industry trends”, panelists addressed the issues that are becoming increasingly […]

Dubai Parks and Resorts (DPR), the largest integrated theme park destination in the region, today announced the winners of its university project collaboration with Zayed University (ZU) – Abu Dhabi and Dubai campuses – which aims at harnessing the perspective of Emirati youth in promoting the destination and positioning Dubai Parks and Resorts at the […]

MAPEI Underground Technology Team (UTT) is fueling the company’s growth across the region thanks to a number of recent, high-profile successful projects, which have helped the company achieve a 4.36 per cent increase in the turnover in the Middle East in 2017 compared to 2016. Italian company MAPEI, the leading manufacturer of adhesives, sealants and […]

Emirates has announced its renewed support to Mauritius and the Seychelles by extending its global marketing agreement with the respective Tourism Boards of the two countries. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed at the 2018 Arabian Travel Market, by Orhan Abbas, Emirates’ Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations for Africa and Sherin Francis, Chief Executive Officer […]

The leading property development company in Dubai, RKM Durar Properties has announced that its masterpiece “J One” project received “The Best Design” award at Arabian Business Award 2018 during an award ceremony held recently in Dubai. Launched in September 2017, “J One” Towers project is an iconic mixed-use residential and retail development featuring a distinctive […]

The Exhibition accompanying MENA Transport Congress (23-25 April 2018) attracted diverse participation of public, semi-public and private entities descending in Dubai from all parts of the globe. Numerous companies & organisations from the UAE, MENA, Europe, USA, Australia, Canada, China, India, Japan, S. Korea, Russia, Netherland and other advanced countries participated in the event with […]

 Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa has been recognised for its continuous efforts and success by receiving multiple accolades at the Middle East Gala Ceremony of the World Travel Awards (WTA) 2018. The global hotel operator claimed 12 awards, including the ‘Middle East’s Leading Business Hotel Brand’ for the third year running – reinforcing […]

RODA Hotels & Resorts, a Dubai-based hospitality management company and a subsidiary of Dubai International Real Estate, today announced the opening of Roda Links Al Nasr, a 4-star property that will target business and leisure travelers who are looking for comfortable, affordable yet chic accommodation in Dubai.Roda Links Al Nasr will open its doors on […]

The advent of Instagram and advanced technology has changed the traveller’s journey from inspiration through to booking, according to a social media expert speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage. Those travelling no longer rely on guidebooks or travel catalogues with out-of-date information, or even paper maps to navigate their latest holiday destination. Instead, travellers […]

Under the patronage and attendance of H.H. Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Foundation and President of the National Olympic Committee, Global Village, the region’s first multicultural festival park and family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment hosted an awards ceremony to honour its partners, government authorities and […]

Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) has announced the launch of the first-of-its-kind guide entitled ‘Dubai: The Global Gateway to Halal Industries’ in Spanish. The launch is one of a number of official initiatives that form part of Dubai’s Islamic Economy Strategy for 2017 to 2021.The ceremony was attended by HE Salem Rashid Al Owais, General […]

Meraas has launched ‘Hala China’, a brand-new initiative, in collaboration with Dubai Holding, the global investment holding company, and DXB Entertainments, a Dubai-based leisure and entertainment company. ‘Hala China’ will aim to complement Dubai’s rich calendar of events by creating an annual schedule of exciting events hosted at the destinations of these three companies that aims to […]

Meliá Hotels International has announced the signature of an agreement to operate the Desert Palm Dubai Hotel under its Meliá brand. The hotel is an exclusive 160-acre urban oasis only 20 minutes from the centre of Dubai, providing 39 spacious rooms, suites and villas in an elegant retreat for the most discerning travellers, with an […]

Emirates Central Cooling Systems Corporation (Empower), the world’s largest district cooling services provider, signed an agreement with Cityland Real Estate Development, an investment holding arm of Cityland Group to provide district cooling services to Cityland Mall, at Global Village in Dubai, with a total capacity of 14,000 Refrigeration Tonnes (RT). The agreement reflects growing adoption […]

Serving as a trend-setting leader within the hospitality industry, Le Méridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre has grown alongside the emirate of Dubai, boasting almost 39 years of service excellence.Impeccably designed with contemporary European design references and lavish interiors, Le Méridien Dubai has become an iconic hospitality destination for corporate travelers, leisure dwellers and dining […]

Business France is organising the French Pavilion at Airport Show Dubai from the 7th to 9th of May 2018 at Dubai World Trade Center, across 156 m² in Za’abeel Hall 5. Renowned for their expertise and know-how in relation to airport services French companies will be at the forefront of the exhibition to showcase their […]

A report from the Middle East Facilities Management Association (MEFMA) confidently forecasts that revenues for the GCC region’s FM industry will continue to grow at 10 per cent annually for the next two years. The bullish outlook complements the region’s thriving FM segment with local firms placing key focus towards further growing their core business […]

ISTANA, a renowned luxury multi-brand jewelry retailer in the UAE will host a three-day exhibition for one of the exclusive brands in its portfolio, Adler Joailliers. The showcase is open to the public and will run from April 30th – May 2nd 2018   from their showroom in the Four Seasons Resort, located on Jumeirah Beach Dubai. The exhibition will […]

Emirates won four accolades last night at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards 2018. The airline was crowned Best Airline Worldwide, Airline with the Best Business Class, Best First Class Airport Lounge in the Middle East and Airline with the Best Cabin Crew – a testament to its commitment to meet and exceed customer expectations […]

DP World, UAE Region has underlined its position as the leading trade enabler by winning the Supply Chain Hub Award at the Logistics Middle East Awards 2018 organised by ITP Media Group. Abdulla Bin Damithan, Chief Commercial Officer of DP World, UAE Region received the award in the presence of leading industry executives from across […]

In partnership with Asia House, DMCC, the world’s leading Free Zone for commodities trade and enterprise, hosted the ‘The New Global Trade Order’ conference at Almas Tower today. More than 300policymakers and leading figures from the global trade and investment industries gathered to discuss ways to better understand the emerging world trade system given the current challenges […]

The upcoming release of Marvel Studios’ Avengers: Infinity War will see fans’ favourite superheroes from across the Marvel Cinematic Universe unite for the ultimate, deadliest showdown of all time. In anticipation of the movie’s release, Huawei has partnered with four UAE-based artists to create exclusive Avengers themed posters, each adding their own Arab twist to their artwork […]

Innovative Hyperloop connections could reduce travel times between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) by around 34 minutes at some stage in the future, according to expert panelists speaking on Arabian Travel Market’s Global Stage.Providing a lightening-speed Hyperloop transit system would allow airport passengers to travel between both airports in as […]

 Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi is introducing a first-of-its kind attraction to the UAE. Announced during the Arabian Travel Market held this week in Dubai, Yas Waterworld’s Cinesplash will use special effects to awaken the senses and take guests on a simulated journey that’s sure to trigger unforgettable memories. Yas Waterworld’s Cinesplash is set to open […]

Arjaan by Rotana located at Dubai Media City has once again proven itself as the premier choice for travelers and visitors at the annual World Travel Awards. At the 25th edition of World Travel Awards hosted at Ras Al Khaimah recently, Arjaan by Rotana won for the 10th consecutive time the Middle East’s Leading Luxury […]

Frenchman Alex Levy surged into the European Tour’s Race to Dubai top ten after a superb display saw him lift his fifth European Tour title at the Trophee Hassan II in Rabat, Morocco.The 27 year old, who becomes the ninth different nationality to win the tournament in as many years, started the final day one shot […]

Emirates and flydubai revealed today strong passenger numbers for the first six months of their partnership, illustrating the tremendous positive response from customers, and the successful start of the expanded codeshare partnership which was announced in July 2017. The first code-share flights began at the end of October 2017. Between November 2017 and March 2018, […]

The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres, after four months of tremendously detailed research, gathering data directly from the source and reviewing of all the information for accuracy, released The 2018 MECSC Directory – “Your Complete Guide to the Retail and Shopping Centre Industry”. David Macadam, CEO – MECSC says, “Each year we pride ourselves […]

“Let’s talk about it—I’ll set up a Webex!” Ever heard (or said) that sentence? If you are like most workers, the answer is yes; the name “Webex” is synonymous with the word “meet”. It is the gold standard when it comes to real-time meetings and getting things done. More than six billion meeting minutes happen […]

The idyllic Mediterranean island of Cyprus continues to strengthen its position as a holiday hotspot with tourism numbers soaring in the first quarter of 2018, following a record-breaking 12 months in 2017.Favoured by holidaymakers and business travellers from the GCC due to its proximity, climate and all it has to offer, Cyprus reported double-digit growth […]

Her Highness Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women Establishment (DWE) and wife of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs, has announced the second edition of The Innovative Leaders Program in collaboration with the prestigiousAshridge-Hult International Business School. The […]

The Sustainable Communities and Climate Change Summit (SCCCS) was held today, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, to provide a dedicated platform to discuss major regional and international issues in relation to climate change and other sustainability […]

His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018 today, marking the start of the 25th edition of the show. He was joined by Nick Pilbream, Divisional Director, Reed Travel Exhibitions, and other VIPs who embarked on a tour of the exhibition as […]

Bolstering its portfolio, Central Hotels is all set to double its inventory of keys in Dubai next month with the opening of two spectacular hotels namely Royal Central The Palm (207 keys) and Canal Central in Business Bay (280 keys). Both properties have been designed in contemporary style to serve the needs of modern business […]

Grand Hyatt Dubai wins the award for ‘Middle East’s Leading Conference Hotel’ and ‘Dubai’s Leading Conference Hotel’ at the ’25th Annual World Travel Awards 2018.’ The World Travel Awards™ is the most prestigious, comprehensive and sought after awards program in the global travel and tourism industry. To be voted a World Travel Award™ winner is […]

Consolidating its partnership with the world’s leading hospitality brands, Al Hokair Group continues to expand rapidly in gateway business and leisure destinations across the Middle East.Following the addition of 1113 new rooms to its exceptional portfolio of hotels over the last 12 months, the group has increased its inventory of keys by approximately25 percent from […]

Emirates, the Official Airline of the 2018 Arabian Travel Market (ATM), welcomed His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Deputy Ruler of Dubai, to its stand during the opening of the region’s largest travel and tourism trade event. His Highness Sheikh Maktoum was officially welcomed by Sheikh Majid Al Mualla, Divisional Senior […]

A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises LLC, a Dubai-based service oriented conglomerate that offers a wide spectrum of business interests, today revealed three iconic hotel projects – Hilton The Palm, TAJ Exotica Resort & Spa and Marriott The Palm – with a target opening date of first quarter of 2019. The luxurious properties located on the Palm […]

DXB Entertainments PJSC (DFM:DXBE) owner of Dubai Parks and Resorts the Middle East’s largest integrated theme park destination, and Dubai Airports, operator of the world’s busiest international airport Dubai International today announced a strategic partnership with the aim of creating an unparalleled airport experience while showcasingDubai’s position as the ultimate tourist and family entertainment destination […]

The Finnish tourist authority, Visit Finland, has highlighted an increase in global and UAE visitor numbers as the government entity makes its debut on the exhibition floor at ATM with a new marketing campaign aimed at Middle East tourists, contributing to what is hoped will be a record year for tourism numbers in 2018. Speaking […]

Manazel Real Estate today announced the signing of a co-development agreement with Tasameem Real Estate to develop three new projects in Yas Island, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Jumeirah Village Triangle, JVT. With a cumulative investment exceeding AED500 million, the projects are expected to positively contribute to the firm’s existing portfolio, currently comprised of residential, commercial, […]

Swiss-Belhotel International, the award-winning global hospitality chain, announced today at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai a major milestone of reaching 150 hotels in operation and development. Mr. Gavin M. Faull, Chairman and President of Swiss-Belhotel International, commented, “Reaching 150 hotels opened or signed globally is a very important milestone for us and highlights […]

“I have been a musician all my life, but I never understood the physics of sound before we started the School of Noise three years ago in the UK,” says Dan Mayfield, during one of his innovative music workshops he has been delivering at the ongoing Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF 2018). The artist’s comment, […]

QPQ International, an innovative online networking platform that embraces three of the biggest trends of the future including sharing economy, artificial intelligence and blockchain principles would be launching in the UAE this week. The state-of-the-art platform will cater to established business owners, entrepreneurs, SME’s, influencers and high-net-worth individuals, to help them network and collaborate on […]

Yas Marina Circuit and FLASH Entertainment today revealed the first A-list global music artist performing at this year’s Yasalam After-Race Concert during the FORMULA 1 2018 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX weekend. Canadian R&B star The Weeknd was confirmed as the first artist bringing his incredible voice and on-stage presence to the Yasalam After-Race Concert at […]

Al Farwaniya Property Developments, the developer behind Reem Mall – Abu Dhabi’s latest retail, leisure and entertainment destination, today announced that construction of the $1.2bn project has commenced. The news comes after a $457 million senior credit facility was signed to complete the financing on the project and ItineraGhantoot, a UAE-Italy joint venture, was appointed […]

Business France, the national agency supporting the international development of the French economy is building a large-scale French Pavillion at BeautyWorld Middle East 2018, taking place from the 8th to the 10th of May at Dubai World Trade Centre. French companies attending will display and demonstrate their latest product ranges, each of which addresses different […]

Fashtory, the modern online directory & network for fashion lovers and designers, has now launched in the UAE. Fashtory, the revolutionary new app taking the fashion world by storm, means fashionistas no longer have to traipse the globe in search of one-of-a-kind pieces. Designers now have an easy to use platform to showcase their works […]

Sharjah Media City (Shams), a Free Zone hub for innovation, hosted a workshop on ‘Marketing Trends in Ramadan’, conducted by a Google Representative, to introduce the businesses registered with Shams to marketing strategies they can tap into during the holy month of Ramadan. The workshop was held at the Sharjah Gold and Shooting Club and […]

The Turkish Cultural and Tourism Office in Dubai launched “The Year of Troia (Troy)” campaign at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) as part of the impressive Tourism Plan of Turkey – 2023 to expand tourism traffic into the country with a focus on particular areas, such as the country’s northwestern region surrounding Canakkale province. “The […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has announced a number of new initiatives that aim to support the emirate’s economic diversification strategy by establishing Dubai’s real estate sector as the world’s leading property destination. The initiatives will see DLD developing a new mortgage and finance law in order to stimulate investment and streamline financial mechanisms in the […]

Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau has successfully concluded a three-day promotional mission to the United Arab Emirates as part of its on-going efforts to develop new markets and increase the number of visitors and spend from the region to Sri Lanka. Headed by Ms. Madubhani Perera, Director/Marketing, Sri Lanka Tourism Promotion Bureau, a delegation of […]

Under the High Patronage of His Serene Highness Prince Albert ll of Monaco, Founder and President of the Foundation Prince Albert ll;Al-Futtaim, one of the most diversified and progressive regional businesses in the Gulf region, is bringing ‘In The Kitchen With Stars by Robinsons’, a humanitarian fundraising campaign, to the UAE for the first time […]

Trade between Jebel Ali Freezone (Jafza) and India reached over US$ 3.4 billion in 2017. Latest figures from Jafza show that over 788 Indian companies are trading from the freezone serving key markets in the region and building on historical ties that date back to 1985 when it first opened. DP World has extensive business […]

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, was voted the ‘Middle East’s Leading Theme Park’ for the second year in a row by the World Travel Awards, during a gala ceremony held on the evening of April 19th. This recognition by guests and theme park enthusiasts from across the world, follows the iconic Ferrari inspired attraction having previously […]

Etihad Aviation Group today unveiled its extensive Year of Zayed initiatives which are set to be launched throughout 2018. Etihad Aviation Group’s initiatives are based on the four Year of Zayed themes, which are wisdom, respect, sustainability, and human development. The company’s initiatives are: 1) Humanitarian freighter 2) Zayed A380 & Abu Dhabi Experience 3) […]

#ExperienceSeychelles campaign keeps reaching out to travellers from the Arab world, the Seychelles Tourism Board (STB) is witnessing a constant growth in visitor numbers from that region. With four daily flights between Seychelles and the UAE; two from Abu Dhabi and two from Dubai, as well as great connections across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) […]

TIME Hotels, the UAE-headquartered hospitality company and hotel operator, is set to announce plans to open six new properties across the Middle East by the end of 2020. The properties, which will see the growth and launch of existing as well as new TIME Hotel brands to key territories throughout the region, will be unveiled […]

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, is participating in the fourth edition of World Art Dubai through its partnership with Samsung Gulf Electronics, which was originally established to bring digital art to SIKKA Art Fair 2018. World Art Dubai, which was launched to cater to […]

flynas, the Saudi national carrier and leading low cost airline in the Middle East was honored, for the fourth year in a row, with the prestigious World Travel Award for “Middle East’s Leading Low Cost Airline 2018”, during the ceremony that was held on the 19th of April, 2018 at the Waldorf Astoria Ras Al […]

Cisco announced it is a lead sponsor of COMEX 2018, which will be held from April 23-25, 2018 at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Centre. The worldwide technology leader will showcase its key architectures and technology solutions including its Enterprise Networking, Cybersecurity, Digital Network Architecture, Data Center and Cloud, Collaboration, IoT and Digitization for Smart […]

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has been recognised at the World Travel Awards Middle East 2018 with four awards – Middle East’s Leading Airline, Middle East’s Leading Airline Brand, Middle East’s Leading Business Class Airport Lounge and Middle East’s Leading Cabin Crew. The red carpet ceremony was attended by more than 500 industry leading […]

Copthorne Hotel Dubai, the popular hotel in Deira, is partnering with travel agencies and tour operators that are promoting Dubai to new source markets such as Africa and South East Asia as the property sees increasing traffic of travellers coming from these countries. Meetings travel companies servicing those source markets and others will be the […]

Mövenpick Hotel & Apartments Bur Dubai is proud to receive the “Hotel of the Year ‘Long Distance’” award during the Goldene Sonne 2018 awards ceremony on 7 April 2018 by SonnenKlar TV, held in Kalkar municipality, Germany. There were over 1,500 attendees, including famous athletes, musicians, TV personalities and movie stars, along with representatives from […]

 Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage, organised a number of activities to celebrate World Heritage Day on 18th April in conjunction with the eighth edition of the ‘Live Our Heritage Festival, which is taking place under ‘An Eye on Emirati Cultural Heritage’ theme and will run […]

So you are excited that you are through with renew my passport process and all is set for you to take your maiden trip to the Middle East, and not just anywhere in the Middle East, but the capital of the United Arabs Emirates. Indeed, a trip to the UAE should be exciting to many […]

The competitors for White Collar Fight Night XIX are fast approaching the end of their eight-week training programme before taking to the ring on Friday 4th May at the Andalous Ballroom, Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa in Jumeirah Beach Residence. Making their boxing ring debuts this year in front of a black-tie audience of […]

UAE is home to over 100 nationalities. Each of us has unique shopping habits which have given rise to a diverse range of pre-owned products. Every day, millions of dollars’ worth of new products is bought at malls and online shopping platforms in the region. Automatically, this gives rise to a market for pre-owned/used products. […]

Dubai’s growing community of established art buyers and curious bargain hunters are voting with their feet and their wallets at World Art Dubai, as individual artists and galleries alike reported a flurry of opening day sales of paintings, sculptures and mixed medium artworks at the region’s leading accessible and affordable art fair. Artworks including award-winning […]

Canon, world-leader in imaging solutions, announced today that the company is accepting entries for its New Cosmos of Photography 2018 (41st edition) competition from 18 April. The New Cosmos of Photography is open to entrants globally and is Canon’s cultural project to discover, nurture and support new photographers. Since its launch in 1991, the programme […]

Multi-million selling, International recording artist Craig David regaled and wowed Marriott International’s loyalty program members, partners and invitees from the media with an unforgettable performance at a thoughtfully curated evening last night.  The exclusive event that was held between W Dubai Al Habtoor City and La Perle by Dragone, was a celebration of Marriott International’s […]

 FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) and the world’s largest express transportation company, was named ‘Express Logistics Company of the Year’ at the 2018 Logistics Middle East Awards for its commitment to delivering excellence and providing access to customers around the world. The company has more than four decades of global experience […]

Only a week after its launch, Ellington’s latest project, the Belgravia-branded Belgravia Heights I, has recorded a significant response. With only a small number of units left for purchase, the Dubai-born design-led boutique developer with a growing portfolio of bespoke, aesthetic and high-quality homes has received heavy interest from investors and home buyers. Joseph Thomas, […]

Supporting the region’s goal tobring innovation to the forefront of the Arab economy and society, the Sharjah Entrepreneurship Centre (Sheraa) hosted the Arab Supply Chain Impact Initiative (ASCII)’s ‘Matchmaking’ event this week. Launched in partnership with the World Economic Forum and the Arab Regional Business Council, the event brought together large corporates and leading startups, […]

Saudi German Hospital has signed an agreement with Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah to establish a 100-bed specialty hospital that will offer a diverse portfolio of healthcare services including medical, rehabilitation and cosmetic services. The hospital will serve the residents and visitors to Al Marjan Island as well as the wider Ras Al […]

A delegation of government officials and business leaders from Ghana held 175 bilateral meetings during a recent high-level trade mission to the UAE, which promoted investment opportunities in the African country. The high-level trade mission was organised by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s representative office in Accra in cooperation with the Ghana Investment […]

The Guggenheim Abu Dhabi: Talking Art Series returned with its second instalment of 2018 on Wednesday at Louvre Abu Dhabi, exploring the work of one of Sudan’s leading contemporary artists, Ibrahim El-Salahi. Discussing the importance and significance of Ibrahim El-Salahi’s illustrious career and creative output, the talk entitled Pioneering Modernism: Ibrahim El-Salahi, was led by […]

Hyundai Motor Company, South Korea’s largest automaker and proud Official Partner of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™, is pleased to announce the launch of the “Hyundai World Football Heritage” contest in the lead up to world’s most prestigious football event. Legendary football stars Thierry Henry, Lukas Podolski and Cafu also took part in celebrating […]

Global air services provider and UK’s leading ground handler, dnata, has been awarded certification for Good Distribution Practice (GDP) by the UK Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency (UK MHRA). The UK MHRA granted dnata full Wholesaler Dealer Authorisation (WDA) after dnata completed the organisation’s Good Distribution Programme, while simultaneously investing into cutting-edge pharma handling […]

Immerse yourself in edge-of-your-seat sporting action, as beIN Sports European football line-up comes to life at Reel Cinemas – The Dubai Mall, Dubai Marina Mall and Guy Fieri’s Kitchen & Bar and Dine-in Cinema by Reel Cinemas at Jebel Ali Recreation Club. Screened live on the big screen, Reel Cinemas is the ultimate destination for larger-than-life […]

Emirates will unveil its new Boeing 777-300ER First Class Private Suite exhibit at the Arabian Travel Market 2018 (ATM). The region’s leading travel and tourism exhibition will run from 22 – 25 April. This year marks Emirates’ 25th year of partnership and commitment to ATM. When the exhibition first opened its doors in 1993, Emirates […]

With the new BMW M2 Competition (combined fuel consumption with six-speed manual gearbox: 10,0 – 9,9 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 228 – 225 g/km*; combined with optional M Double Clutch Transmission (M DCT): 9,2 l/100 km; combined CO2 emissions: 210 – 209 g/km)*, BMW M GmbH is setting fresh benchmarks in the compact high-performance […]

Al Qudra Real Estate, the real estate subsidiary of Al Qudra Holding, will be showcasing a range of its modern future projects at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2018. The event is being held under the patronage of his Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the […]

MARS GCC was recognized for its excellence in sustainable manufacturing at last night’s Logistics Middle East Awards 2018 with the prestigious “Manufacturing Supply Chain of the Year” award. This award is a celebration of a decade of strategic decision making and investments, well designed initiatives, resource and process optimization, and concerted efforts. This win also highlights […]

Mr Buti Saeed Al Ghandi, Second Vice Chairman of the Board, Dubai World Trade Centre Authority, toured the fourth season of World Art Dubai at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) today, leading a delegation of officials and high-profile members of the local and global art community in opening the region’s leading affordable art fair’s largest […]

The IMKAN Box, a research lab, atelier and creative studio returns to Cityscape for its second edition, bringing upcoming projects to life through cutting-edge technology, research and design. This year, the box features a unique model 6m x 8m x 6m; showcasing the Ras Al Akhdar development in Abu Dhabi. Heatherwick Studio has conceptualized the […]

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, the region’s leading travel industry showcase, opens its doors on Sunday 22nd April for four days of business networking opportunities and insightful seminar sessions, where deals worth over US$2.5 billion will be agreed. Now in its 25th year, the 2018 edition will welcome over 2,500 exhibiting companies and an expected […]

Temenos (SIX: TEMN), the banking software company announces that Docswallet has won the public vote for best Fintech at its annual Abu Dhabi Innovation Jam 2018. The victorious Fintech were presented with the winning trophy by Richard Teng, CEO of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority, Abu Dhabi Global Market and Jean-Paul Mergeai, Regional Director, Temenos. […]

Continuously striving to provide services specifically catered to businesses in the UAE, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), recently announced its new Budget Smartphone Offer. The offer will allow companies to buy affordable devices for their employees through easy interest-free installment plans of 12 or 24 months, starting from AED 10 per month and […]

 The German National Tourist Board (GNTB) has announced its strong participation at the Arabian Travel Market 2018 (ATM) trade show, to be held in Dubai from 22-25 April.As part of its push to grow tourism from the GCC region, the German National Tourist Board, together with 21 leading tourism enterprises from Germany, will be attending […]

Dubai’s leading private members-only business club, Capital Club celebrates a remarkable 10 years in business this April. Having evolved alongside the DIFC community, which now welcomes more than 22,000 people daily, Capital Club Dubai has established itself as the hub for Dubai’s business elite, in the heart of the leading financial district of the Middle […]

Aldar Properties PJSC (“Aldar”), announces that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Hyperloop Transportation Technologies (HyperloopTT), the innovative transportation and technology company, that will enable the development of a new urban centre within Aldar’s Seih Al Sdeirah landbank and in close proximity to Alghadeer.  The HTT site within Aldar’s Seih Al Sderieh is […]

Headlined by Bolshoi Soloists Ivan Vasiliev and Maria Vinogradova alongside the first Emirati ballerina Alia Al Neyadi, a troupe of 40 dancers will perform the famous ballet ‘Le Corsaire’ which is set to take the stage this Friday 20 April at the magnificent Emirates Palace, signifying an enchanting finale to the highly successful Abu Dhabi […]

Canon Middle East, a leader in imaging solutions, is the Official Imaging Partner at this year’s Think Science Fair (TSF) from 16-18 April 2018. Held annually since 2011, TSF is the largest regional fair focused on empowering, educating and supporting youth across the UAE to directly engage with science, technology and innovation industries. “With over […]

Ahead of the launch of its latest digital home appliances in the region, Samsung invited its partners to attend an exclusive pre-launch event to learn more about the all-new Wind-Free™ air conditioner and QuickDrive™ washing machine. The event took place on 18thApril at Samsung’s Showroom in Dubai Media City, allowing partners to experience the revolutionary […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry recently organised a two-day workshop which provided practical tips and guidance to the top 50 shortlisted candidates participating in the 3rd Dubai Smartpreneur Competition. The workshops were led by Ahmed Abdulwahab, CEO of Next Arabia FZE, a Dubai-based boutique advisory firm that helps companies develop and implement innovative […]

Today Snap announces new tools for any Lens Studio creator, including seven all new face templates, integrated Gif stickers, and additional creator support designed to boost community Lens discoverability and engagement. Lens Studio is a free Mac and Windows desktop app which gives developers, creators, and brands the tools to create and distribute their very […]

Al Ahli Holding Group (AAHG), a UAE based multi-diversified international conglomerate will add an exciting dimension to the red- carpet premiere of one of the year’s most anticipated block-busters – Avengers: Infinity War. As part of a three-year sponsorship initiative with Marvel Entertainment, it will sponsor the glitzy high-profile world red-carpet premiere of the action-packed […]

startAD, the innovation and entrepreneurship platform anchored at NYU Abu Dhabi, held a Startup Showcase event for the inaugural Beyond the Pitch Program on Monday, April 16 at NYU Abu Dhabi. The ceremony marked the completion of a six-week journey, with 17 student teams from more than 11 universities across the UAE convening as finalists […]

The Federal Tax Authority (FTA) has called on businesses registered for Value Added Tax (VAT), and whose quarterly and monthly tax periods ended by March 31, 2018, to file their tax returns and pay their due taxes by April 29. The Authority explained that according to the Federal Decree-Law No. (8) for 2017 on Value […]

Guardian Wealth Management, a global financial planning firm, is committing to educating the next generation of talent on essential life skills that will prepare them for financial independence once they complete their full-time education. As well as striving to provide the highest level of financial services to clients across the world including pension planning and […]

The 7th of Dubai International Helicopter Technology and Operations Exhibition, Dubai HeliShow, is set to take place from 6th to 8th November, 2018, at the Royal Pavilion, Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai South. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, […]

Global icon Burj Khalifa is marking 10 years as a pioneer in the innovative use of connected building and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies to optimize the experience of its residents through improved air quality, enhanced thermal comfort and light levels, that improve productivity, health and well-being for occupants. This has been made possible with […]

An impressive line-up of influential leaders and experts from the world of aviation will address this year’s Global Airport Leaders’ Forum (GALF) on the opening day of the 18th edition of  Airport Show at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre (DICEC) on May 7 under the patronage and presence of His Highness Sheikh Ahmed […]

For the quintessential Dubai lad, pressure awaits at every corner. Whether it’s looking sleek on the streets, or acing that career changing presentation or even rushing to a date- in the city of Gold; you’ve got to be fresher under pressure! Confidence is essential and nothing helps you stay more fresh and confident than being […]

Mohamed Alabbar, Chairman of Emaar Properties, today announced the launch of the company’s first hotel and residences project in Ras Al Khaimah, at the Arabian Hospitality Investment Conference 2018. Located in the Views island of Al Marjan Island, a four-island mega-development, Address Al Marjan Island hotel and residences will be managed by Emaar Hospitality Group’s […]

Homegrown fashion brand Kaleidoscope by Mimi is launching a collection for Ramadan 2018 based on the authenticity of human connections and the ‘common threads’ that tie different communities together. Created in the UAE using elements ethically sourced through the travels of its founder and head designer, Mimi Shakhashir, Kaleidoscope by Mimi’s new pieces for Ramadan […]

ENOC Group, in collaboration with Dubai Municipality recently launched a pilot project using Biodiesel5 to fuel Dubai Municipality’s fleet of trucks at its Umm Ramool facility. Biodiesel5 is an advanced alternative green fuel launched by ENOC in the UAE to reduce carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions. His Excellency Saif Humaid Al Falasi, Group CEO, […]

Conrad Maldives Rangali Island announced today the submersion of what is believed to be the world’s first undersea residence, which will be completed in the fourth quarter of 2018. The result of a significant $15 million USD investment, this revolutionary concept will transform the Maldives experience for travelers who want to be truly immersed within the […]

The Cyprus Convention Bureau, the dedicated meeting and events division of Cyprus Tourism Organisation, is ramping up its efforts to position the Mediterranean island as the ideal destination for business and events following a successful UAE roadshow. As part of its regional promotional activities, the Cyprus Convention Bureau, which uses an attractive programme of grants, […]

The first of its kind Healthcare technology innovation conference for pioneers will be taking over Abu Dhabi on 9 May 2018 at the New York University Abu Dhabi Campus. During the conference the winners of TIP Healthcare Awards launched by the Department of Health in partnership with the Ministry of Economy and the Department of […]

 Kerzner International Holdings Limited (“Kerzner”), the owner of the iconic Atlantis Resort & Residences and ultra-luxury One&Only Resorts brands worldwide, achieves a new milestone in its continued evolution of the One&Only portfolio, as it introduces One&Only Urban Resorts. To provide the experiences One&Only guests have craved, One&Only Urban Resorts will be introduced in Dubai’s latest […]

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, today announced that it will be participating in the Arabian Travel Market, ATM 2018, taking place between 22nd-25th April, at the World Trade Centre in Dubai. Aligned with DCT Abu Dhabi’s promotional strategy, the participation aims to further elevate the emirate’s profile as a leading destination […]

The Green Business Summit 2018 opened in Abu Dhabi today with a keynote address by Charles Goddard, The Economist Intelligence Unit’s Asia-Pacific editorial director, who welcomed attendees and highlighted the significant opportunities and challenges faced by business leaders, policymakers, and investors as nations around the world strive to adopt sustainable development practices. Organised by The […]

The first season of Louvre Abu Dhabi’s public programmes continues with a lecture by Professor Salah Hassan about the pioneering Modern artist Ibhrahim El-Salahi on 18 April and South African Band Via Sophiatown (19-20 April) at the museum. With the participation of future neighbouring museum, Guggenheim Abu Dhabi together with Louvre Abu Dhabi presentIbrahim El-Salahi: […]

The latest installment of the du Telecom Knowledge Series held a “Breaking Down the Blockchain Barricade” session for media stakeholders on April 17, at du Headquarters in Dubai. The session was led by Jihad Tayara, du’s Vice President Commercial –ICT and Jose Fernandez, du’s IoT Blockchain Lead. This educative session demystified blockchain, a technology that is […]

 Leading international real estate consultancy, Cluttons has announced a new hospitality service line targeted to individual investors, developers, operators and owners in the Middle East. The service offered is a one-stop-shop, where the hospitality team provides clients with strategic advice at every stage of the asset lifecycle, including acquisitions advisory, project appraisal and realization, operational […]

Abu Dhabi-based developer Tamouh Investments has unveiled a unique art piece created in honour of the UAE’s founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed, at Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2018. Conceived by renowned Emirati artist Ashwaq Abdullah, the work is inspired by the individual “thank you” messages from Emiratis and expatriates posted on social media in 100 […]

The 12th edition of Cityscape Abu Dhabi officially kicked off on Tuesday, opening the doors to organisations keen to tap into an unrivalled audience of real estate investors from around the world as well as many experts in the regional property industry. Leading local and international developers, including Aldar Properties, Bloom Holding and IMKAN displayed […]

Breakbulk Middle East, the region’s leading event for project cargo specialists, will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre, 11-12 February, 2019, following its first three years of success in Abu Dhabi. The move comes based on feedback from exhibitors at the event held earlier this year, where attendance grew 36 percent compared with […]

The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry has introduced an enhanced version of the Dubai Chamber CSR Label and an Advanced Category of the CSR Label in response to growing interest among companies in Dubai that are keen to continuously improve their CSR strategies and practices. The framework for the enhanced CSR Label was unveiled […]

The eagerly awaited Luckiest Ball on Earth series kicks off later this month and, for the first time, junior golfers across the UAE will be vying for a ‘once in a lifetime’ opportunity to play alongside some of the biggest names in golf in the star-studded DP World Tour Championship Pro-Am. The initiative is another […]

Don’t miss your chance to own Samsung’s latest flagship smartphone for an exclusive discounted price when you trade in your current device. For a limited time only, Samsung is giving its customers in the UAE the opportunity to upgrade their current device and save big on the all-new Galaxy S9 or S9+, equipped with Samsung’s […]

Maharashtra Tourism Development Corporation (MTDC) announced its participation in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018, which will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 22-25 April 2018. MTDC plans to promote Maharashtra as the preferred destination for Medical and Wellness tourism, showcase the essence of State and its spectacular touristic attractions, meet tourism professionals […]

RODA Hotels & Resorts, a Dubai-based hospitality management company and a subsidiary of Dubai International Real Estate, is all geared up for its inaugural participation at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2018 where it will run the spotlight on its key hospitality projects under operation since its foundation in 2013, in addition to its soon to […]

Raw Orange is the UAE’s newest home-grown online fashion outlet created by women for women, offering high-quality fast fashion in a range of trendy, fresh, cool and quirky designs with just a click of your mouse or a tap of your thumb. They say girls just want to have fun, but the gang of girls […]

 Etisalat today announced its partnership with Indra to enhance and widen its Digital Solutions portfolio in multiple sectors, allowing both parties to share best practices and training, industry expertise, explore business opportunities, and strengthen their position in the markets they operate. Indra, one of the world’s top technology and consulting companies offers a comprehensive range […]

 With its striking appearance,  agile handling and daring design cues, the first ever INFINITI QX30 is set to create a new generation of explorers on the region’s roads when it goes on sale in the Middle East this month. The INFINITI QX30 holds a unique position in the segment, bridging the gap between premium compact rivals […]

 This coming Monday, the Earth Course at Jumeirah Golf Estates will be the place to be for UAE’s golf-loving business leaders and government dignitaries as they compete for bragging rights at Dubai Sports Council’s CEO Masters Golf Day. With more than 100 top executives and government leaders expected to be in attendance on April 23 […]

The hospitality market in Abu Dhabi registered a 5% increase in occupancy levels in the first quarter of 2018, according to JLL’s Q1 2018 Real Estate Market Overview Report. According to the Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority, the number of guests staying at hotels in the emirate earlier this year rose by 15%  (compared […]

Two more Championship matches including the Raw Tag Team Championship match: Matt Hardy™ and Bray Wyatt™  vs. Sheamus™  and Cesaro™, and the United States Championship match: Jeff Hardy™ vs. Jinder Mahal™ with Sunil Singh™, will take place at the Greatest Royal Rumble event at the King Abdullah Sports City Stadium in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on Friday, April […]

Having already established its credentials as the ‘go to’ portal for the travel industry and gaining a B2B portfolio of over 500 clients, Tripmakers is now expanding its agenda to address the demands and priorities of the travelling public. Be it for business or pleasure, the regional online site (or portal) will soon be the […]

Today, Marriott International announced it will introduce one set of unified benefits across Marriott Rewards, The Ritz-Carlton Rewards and Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) for its members in August 2018. This will create an incredibly rich hospitality loyalty program in which members will earn more points faster than under the prior programs — on average 20% […]

With less than three weeks to go until the world’s leading authorities on internal auditing gather in Dubai for The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) International Conference — from May 6 to 9 — the event’s key note speakers have been announced. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, […]

Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, the 28th edition of the Abu Dhabi International Book Fair, ADIBF, will take place at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre, ADNEC, from 25th April to 1st May, […]

 His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Climate Change and Environment, has launched an interactive Environmental Geographic Information System (GIS) that provides access to baseline geospatial database of environmentally-significant locations. The Environmental GIS has three main products: GeoEnvAE smart application for smart phones and tablets – compatible with Google’s Android and Apple’s […]

Aquaventure Waterpark at Atlantis, The Palm will make a splash in April 2018 with the launch of a brand-new children’s area called ‘Splashers Island.’  Located next to the current children’s area ‘Splashers Mountain’, and at almost three times the current footprint, the new addition, suitable for families with children 1.20m and below, will feature 20 […]

Union Insurance Company, a leading provider of innovative customer-focused insurance solutions to individuals and corporations in the region, has launched a new user-friendly mobile application that offers various dynamic services and functionalities at a touch of a button. Entitled “Union Insurance” on Apple Store and Google Play, the new application is characterized by its practical, […]

IMKAN, a globally reputed property developer renowned for creating soulful places that enrich people’s lives, has reported significant progress across its portfolio of domestic and international residential and mixed-use developments. Works have begun on its Makers District, Nudra, and Sheikha Fatima Park projects in Abu Dhabi and Alburouj in Cairo, Egypt. Walid El-Hindi, Chief Executive […]

Google announced today the launch of ‘Maharat min Google’, a free digital skills-building program in Arabic, in an effort to help people in MENA find jobs, advance their careers or grow their businesses. Based on a blended learning model, ‘Maharat min Google’ provides free courses, tools, and in-person digital skills training to students, educators, job […]

Calling all adrenaline junkies!  If you have already experienced the action-packed Aventura Park during the day, why not make the most of the cooler nights and enjoy an exhilarating zip-line in the Ghaf tree-lined forest in Mushrif Park after dark? At Aventura Parks, you can test your mental and physical agility whilst having fun in […]

Between January and March of 2018, over 51,000 new job opportunities were announced on Bayt.com – the Middle East’s largest job site – indicating a positive state for the region’s job market. In fact, a 58% increase in job announcements on Bayt.com has been recorded in comparison to the first quarter of 2017. The surge […]

Two Boeing 747s transport much-needed relief material to Bangladesh  Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum has ordered further airlifts of relief material to Rohingya refugees. Two Boeing 747 jumbo jets transported over 198 metric tons of urgently needed aid, valued at […]

The introduction of Value Added Tax (VAT) in the UAE has served an opportunity for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) to review their processes and identify opportunities to streamline operations. “VAT in the UAE was introduced to boost the development of the economy. However, SMEs in the country have also been able to introduce governance […]

With the upcoming football season, du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company, has launched an exhilarating draw for all sports fanatics in the UAE. The leading telco is offering football lovers an unprecedented opportunity to test their skills with football legends Carles Puyol and Roberto Carlos at the Dubai Ice Rink, which will be turned into […]

New York University has received a grant from the Henry Luce Foundation for a three-year project entitled “Port Cities Environments in Global Asia,” which is a collaborative research and education initiative involving NYU faculty in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai. “Asian Studies is no longer defined only by regionally specific research,” says David Ludden, […]

Attracting new investment and trade opportunities from the Chinese market will be the central focus of a new roadshow to be hosted by Dubai Airport Freezone Authority (DAFZA) in the Shenzhen province, China. Held between 17th and 20th of April, the event will aim to showcase to the Chinese community the growing business prospects available […]

Defending DP World Tour Championship winner Jon Rahm made a move into the top five of the European Tour’s Race to Dubai after delighting his home crowd with victory at the Open de España. The 23 year old, who becomes the sixth Spanish player to win the event, started the final day two shots behind […]

Etihad Museum, an entity managed by Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) — the Emirate’s dedicated entity for culture, arts and heritage — is inviting the public to honour the UAE Armed Forces in a memorable way by signing its ‘Thank You Wall’, which is part of the museum’s current ‘Protectors of the Nation: Sacrifice and […]

Leading Belgian firm, Duval Union Consulting, has today announced its expansion into the Middle East with the establishment of a new hub in Dubai. Building on its strong presence across Europe, the move represents a significant investment into the region for the business. The announcement comes as Duval Union Consulting reveals its plans for growth, […]

UBM EMEA, the organiser of the leading global pharmaceutical exhibition CPhI, has announced the Middle East and Africa edition will make its regional debut in the UAE capital at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from 3-5 September 2018. CPhI Middle East & Africa is the region’s leading platform that brings together pharma ingredients, product manufacturers, […]

Saudi-based hospitality and entertainment group Al Hokair has chalked out aggressive plans for expansion of MENA Hotels & Resorts across the Middle East that will be unveiled during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai. Confirming the group’s presence at the show from 22 to 25 April 2018, Mr Sami Al Hokair, Managing Director Al Hokair […]

The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) will open its doors to the public on the 18thof April 2018 following highly anticipated international interest. PCFC Hotels – part of the Dubai government’s Ports, Customs and Free Zones Corporation – has reinvented the legendary vessel as the latest must-see tourism destination, in a city renowned for its world-class […]

Aldar Properties PJSC (“Aldar”), announces the launch of a new AED10 billion masterplan that will incorporate and greatly enhance one of its already established destinations – Alghadeer, which sits close to the border of Abu Dhabi and Dubai within its Seih Al Sdeirah landbank. Alghadeer masterplan consists of 14,408 units, including villas, townhouses, and maisonettes. […]

Hilton will be heading to this year’s Arabian Hotel International Conference (AHIC) in Ras al Khaimah with an expansion plan for the region, which the company expects will see it triple to over 120 hotels in the coming years.Having pioneered the presence of international brands in the Middle East with the opening of Hilton Abu Dhabi nearly […]

GMC is upgrading the 2018 Acadia offerings in the Middle East with the All-Terrain trim now available on both the SLE and SLT models of the premium crossover. Available with five-, six- and seven-passenger seating configurations, the 2018 Acadia is designed to offer great versatility, more refinement and advanced safety technologies, while featuring an efficient […]

Address Residences Jumeirah Resort + Spa, an iconic development strategically located on the last available plot to be built on Jumeirah Beach Walk skyline, is offering the opportunity for discerning customers to be part of the vibrant destination with the launch of its second phase. The launch follows the overwhelming customer response to the first […]

Sabre Corporation (NASDAQ: SABR), the leading technology provider to the global travel industry, has released the Sabre Labs 2018 Emerging Technology Report, its latest technology forecast focused on evolving technologies and trends that will impact travel over the next decade. The 2018 report evaluates automation, authenticity and blockchain as three major areas for consideration. “Increasingly, […]

dubizzle Property, the UAE’s biggest and most visited Property platform, reveals its annual Abu Dhabi Property report, comparing price trends from Q1 2017 to Q1 2018. The report reveals a softening in property prices across the capital, providing tenants and investors with more negotiating power. With over 90,000 daily visits and around 200,000 live listings […]

ENBD REIT (CEIC) Limited (“ENBD REIT”), the Shari’a compliant real estate investment trust managed by Emirates NBD Asset Management Limited (the “Fund Manager”), has announced that it has applied the Internet-of-Things (“IoT”), machine learning and Artificial Intelligence (“AI”), in partnership with EP&T Global, to deliver energy savings at Al Thuraya Tower 1, its office building in Dubai […]

 Fidelis Cybersecurity®, the leader in automated detection and response, today announced its participation in GISEC 2018, to be held at Dubai World Trade Center, May 01-03. Building on the capabilities of Fidelis Elevate™, an automated detection and response (ADR) solution, that was launched in the Middle East at GITEX 2017, Fidelis Cybersecurity (Stand B4) will demonstrate […]

Real Madrid will take on Dutch club PSV Eindhoven in Tuesday’s semi-final of the 8th Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship after finishing at the top of the Group B. Virtually assured of a place in the last-four following a 4-0 win over Shabab Al Ahli Dubai and then a 2-0 triumph over Al Nasr in their […]

Emirates Green Building Council (EmiratesGBC), an independent forum aimed at conserving the environment by strengthening and promoting green building practices, has announced Majid Al Futtaim and Jotun, both EmiratesGBC members, as sponsorship partners of the 2018 MENA Green Building Awards. Majid Al Futtaim is the Platinum Sponsor and Jotun is the Gold Sponsor of the […]

Interior design innovation will drive the UAE’s USD 820 billion construction pipeline, and transform visitor and resident experiences, industry experts announced today ahead of Cityscape Abu Dhabi, running from 17-19 April. Boosted by mega-projects such as Expo 2020 Dubai, and a steady stream of homes, offices, and mixed-use developments, a recent report by MEED shows that the UAE […]

Al-Futtaim Honda, exclusive distributor of Honda cars, bikes, marine engines and power products in the UAE, has announced that the Honda Jazz, Accord and CR-V has won top honours at two leading automotive award functions. The recently launched Jazz won Best Compact car award at the annual Wheels Car of the Year awards while the […]

Emirates is offering special early bird fares for UAE travellers to destinations within its global network. Travellers who book in advance can enjoy special fares starting today until 30 April 2018 and applies to select travel periods. Economy Class passengers can enjoy fares to the Middle East starting from AED 795, to Europe starting at […]

InfoFort, an Aramex company and a leading information management solution provider in the Middle East and Africa, was awarded the Dubai Chamber CSR Label for the fifth consecutive year. The initiative established by Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry aims to encourage and honour outstanding companies for their CSR and sustainability efforts. InfoFort was recognized […]

A library named after the founding father, the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, was opened today by Sheikha Khawla bint Ahmed Khalifa Al Suwaidi, wife of H.H. Sheikh Tahnoun bin Zayed Al Nahyan, National Security Adviser, at the Family Development Foundation’s Abu Dhabi Gate Centre. The Zayed Humanitarian Library was launched under the […]

BYHOURS, the hotel booking online platform and mobile-app which allows users to book hotel rooms in city centres and travel hotspots in sets of three, six, and twelve hour time-slots, is launching in the MENA region today. BYHOURS is the first and only international online booking platform and app that offers micro-stays in more than […]

Leading international law firm Baker McKenzie has been voted “Middle East Financial Services M&A Legal Adviser of the Year” at Mergermarket‘s Middle Eastern M&A Awards 2018 in Dubai on 9 April 2018. Now on its third year, the awards hosted by Mergermarket, a leading news and intelligence service for mergers and acquisitions, recognised the top […]

Senior government officials, industry leaders, policymakers, scientists, academics and investors in sustainable business are set to participate in the Green Business Summit 2018 as primary keynote speakers. Organised by The Economist Events, part of the global English-language weekly newspaper,  the first-of-its-kind Summit will be held on Tuesday, 17th April in Abu Dhabi, marking the Middle East and […]

Dubai Science Park (DSP), the holistic science-focused business community, held its fifth annual Career Fair for university students and industry-led professionals at its Laboratory Complex. The one-day event drew the participation of leading businesses from the life-science, energy and environment sectors, including BASF, a chemical company, Firmenich and Eurofragrance, both fragrance and flavour majors, as […]

This month, Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, will be launching its new flagship community in Dubai, Tilal Al Ghaf, offering community living crafted around people. With a vision to create ‘great moments for everyone, everyday’ at the heart of life, Tilal Al Ghaf is a […]

Meraas and Caesars Entertainment Corporation (Nasdaq: CZR), one of the world’s most innovative hospitality and entertainment companies, plan to bring two luxury hotels, a conference centre and a beach club to Bluewaters. Bluewaters is the modern, family-oriented destination that is located on a manmade island off the coast of Jumeirah Beach Residence. The plans emphasize Meraas’ relentless efforts […]

in5, an enabling platform for students, start-ups and entrepreneurs, hosted the third edition of droidcon Dubai, a leading Android developer conference in the region. Held at in5 Tech in Dubai Internet City, the two-day event drew the participation of over 300 tech enthusiasts keen to discuss the latest Android trends. Held in over 27 cities […]

Jumeirah Golf Estates (JGE) is set to honour Sheikh Zayed’s vison of sustainable development through an extensive tree planting programme. As part of the UAE’s Year of Zayed celebrations across the country, JGE will be plantingover 200ghaftrees, the national tree of the UAE,acrossitstwo internationally-acclaimed championship golf courses. A ceremony to celebrate the planning of the […]

The winners of the Top CEO Awards 2018 have been announced following the successful conclusion of the “Top CEO Conference and Awards,” which took place under the “Paradigm Shift” theme at King Abdullah Economic City, Saudi Arabia, on April 10th and 11th. The event saw business leaders and more than 56 expert speakers from across […]

The steaming CR Flamengo juggernaut is through to the semi-finals of the 8th Hamdan Bin Mohammed U16 International Football Championship with three emphatic wins in the group stage. Opening their Group A campaign with a 5-1 win over Al Wasl at the Dubai Police Officers’ Club on Tuesday, the Brazil U16 champions stepped it up in their second […]

The addition of new stock, tough macroeconomic conditions and moderate population growth are set to place further pressure on property sales prices and rental rates in Dubai, according to the latest Observer: Dubai Q1 2018 report from leading international property company Chestertons MENA. Overall sales prices for apartments and villas softened by 5% quarter-on-quarter, denoting […]

The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) and Sharjah Environment Company, Bee’ah, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to promote more cooperation towards achieving the indicators of the UAE Vision 2021 National Agenda, pertaining to the environmental and green growth targets. The MoU was signed by His Excellency Dr Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, […]

Golden Sands Hotel Apartments, part of A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises and pioneered the concept of hotel apartments in the region, will make a strong presence in this year’s Arabian Travel Market, as part of its strategy to position the brand as a market leader in the hospitality industry. Despite a challenging time, the team of […]

The BMW Group has achieved its best ever first-quarter sales with a total of 604,629 BMW, MINI and Rolls-Royce vehicles delivered to customers, an increase of 3.0% on last year and the first time the company has sold over 600,000 vehicles this early in the year. March 2018 was the company’s best-ever single month for […]

Epson, a leader in point-of-sale (POS) system devices for three decades, will showcase its innovative receipt printers, fiscal printers and mobile printing solutions at the Seamless Retail Show 2018, taking place from April 15-16 at Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre. Epson will display various solutions including Intelligent POS terminals, mobile POS printing as well […]

The Avaya Happiness Index on Blockchain, developed in the UAE and showcased at GITEX 2017, was voted a Gold Winner for innovation at the 31st Edison Award™ in New York City. The distinguished awards, inspired by Thomas Edison’s persistence and inventiveness, recognize innovation, creativity and ingenuity in the global economy. The Avaya Happiness Index on […]

Mint Middle East (MME) on Sunday signed licensing agreements with Interac Corp. (Interac), Canada’s domestic debit network, granting MME exclusive rights in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The licensing agreements will help MME to deliver a secure and cost-effective contactless point-of-sale solution in the UAE for domestic debit transactions, as well as provide documentation and […]

As a part of their 18th year anniversary, Dubai International Hotel is delighted to announce the launch of its first ever membership rewards system ‘DIH Rewards’, offering members a chance to benefit from booking at the hotel. The 530-room luxury hotel is located within one of the world’s busiest airports – Dubai International (Terminal 3) and plays […]

Did you know there is now a smartphone that helps you capture photography masterpieces you never knew were possible with a smartphone camera? The HUAWEI P20 Pro is an enormous leap forward in smartphone photography. Already recognized as a ‘game changer’ globally, the HUAWEI P 20 Pro is a photographer’s dream camera packed in a […]

Dubai Land Department (DLD) has revealed that real estate transactions in Dubai for the first three months of 2018 (Q1 2018) totalled AED 58 billion through 13,759 transactions. His Excellency Sultan Butti bin Mejren, Director General of DLD, commented: “The Dubai real estate market continues to show continuous growth, driven by general optimism and confidence […]

The Emirates Publishers Association (EPA)interacted with some of the publishing world’s most influential figures during its first standalone participation at the London Book Fair, resulting in potential international partnerships and business opportunities. Leading the EPA delegation at the association’s debut stand, Executive Director, Rashid Al Kous, stressed the importance for Emirati publishers to be part […]

The Arab Thought Foundation has concluded its annual conference FIKR16 titled “Stabilization Challenges amidst Regional Turmoil” held in Dubai, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE, Ruler of Dubai. The three-day conference was concluded with a session titled “Towards a New Arab […]

Artists and galleries from all over the world are Dubai-bound this month for the fourth edition of World Art Dubai – the Middle East’s only regional affordable art fair. The flagship event of Dubai Art Season, this year will see an assortment of up-and-coming artists and galleries from five continents and 25 countries flying into […]

Culminating its third season, The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi (NYUAD) hosts the Middle East premiere of Noura this May, a production directed by newly appointed NYUAD Associate Arts Professor Joanna Settle.  This groundbreaking production of Heather Raffo’s thought-provoking play received broad acclaim in its recent world premiere produced by Washington DC’s Shakespeare Theater Company, in […]

As part of its community service commitments, DP World, UAE Region is partnering with Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital’s volunteer programme, becoming the first UAE based organisation to do so. Al Jalila Children’s Specialty Hospital is the first dedicated children’s hospital set up in the UAE, created under the directive of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin […]

The Women’s Entrepreneurship Day (WED) organization has announced Moza Saeed Bin Ahmed Al Otaiba, Founder & CEO of Al OtaibaInmaa Group, to be WED Ambassador representing the United Arab Emirates. Al Otaibawill work in coordination with Sara Al Ayed, WED MENA Regional Ambassador, as part of the WEDO global strategy set by Women’s Entrepreneurship Day […]

High school graduates considering Zayed University as a higher Education pathway, came to learn a sidestep option to avoid visiting the Students Admissions office to complete registration requirements. This came during the 30th annual the 2018 Gulf Education and Training Exhibition (GETEX), which ran from April 12 to 14 at the Dubai World Trade Center, […]