UAE News
UAE non-oil trade increased by 3%, to reach AED553.4 bn in first half of 2016
Tuesday, October 25, 2016WAM — The non-oil direct trade of the UAE increased by 3 percent to AED17.7 billion in the first half of the current year, reaching AED553.4 billion, well above the AED535.7 billion achieved during the same period last year. Asia, Australia, and the Pacific regions retained top trading partners with a share of AED211.3 billion…
Anantara The Palm announces the 2nd Anantara Gourmet Festival from 23-29 October
Monday, October 24, 2016Get ready for an unforgettable culinary journey through a celebration of food at Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort. The week-long food festival, will feature renowned celebrity chefs, showcasing their exceptional talents, where you can sample international flavours from Italy to Thailand and attend a host of special culinary events, including cooking demonstrations and master classes… Anantara The Palm announces the 2nd Anantara Gourmet Festival from 23-29 October
Free Wi-Fi connectivity across Dubai by end of 2017
Monday, October 24, 2016Citywide Wi-Fi across major cities in the Middle East, especially Dubai and Abu Dhabi, could soon become a reality. Wi-Fi UAE, launched by Smart Dubai and telco operator du, is currently available across 300 places, including public transport network. Now there are plans to expand the service right across the emirate. It will be just one of the… Free Wi-Fi connectivity across Dubai by end of 2017
Dubai Frame is Set for completion in Q4 2016
Monday, October 24, 2016It is predicted that it will become a major tourist destination in the city – one of the buildings, like the Burj Khalifa and the Burj Al Arab, that all visitors to Dubai will feel they need to see. Two giant pillars are rising fast in the middle of Dubai, with many onlookers unaware of their significance. Once… Dubai Frame is Set for completion in Q4 2016
Metropolitan Hotel makes comeback in exciting new location on Sheikh Zayed Road near Exit 41
Monday, October 24, 2016The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai is set to open its doors in the fourth quarter of 2016 courtesy of Al Habtoor Group. The original Metropolitan Hotel, which was built in 1979, was demolished in May 2013 to make way for Al Habtoor City, a landmark development incorporating three five-star hotels, three luxury residential towers along the… Metropolitan Hotel makes comeback in exciting new location on Sheikh Zayed Road near Exit 41
Starting March 23, 2017 Air Arabia to operate four weekly flights to Baku
Monday, October 24, 2016WAM: Air Arabia has announced the expansion of its international route network with a new service to Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan, following a joint cooperation between Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines and local authorities. Starting March 23, 2017, the airline will operate four weekly flights from its primary Sharjah International Airport hub. Baku recently strengthened… Starting March 23, 2017 Air Arabia to operate four weekly flights to Baku
Bloomingdale’s and David Yurman present an evening of style & sophistication to mark first ME foray
Monday, October 24, 2016Bloomingdale’s and David Yurman presented an evening of style, glamour and sophistication on Sunday October 9th, to celebrate the brand’s first foray to the Middle East, with an exclusive soirée hosted by Khalid Al Tayer and David and Sybil Yurman. Given the Yurmans’ artistic background, the Leila Heller Gallery in Al Quoz provided the perfect… Bloomingdale’s and David Yurman present an evening of style & sophistication to mark first ME foray
Fashion Designer, Ingie Chalhoub honoured by Arab Fashion Week with The Fashion Award for Business of Fashion this season
Sunday, October 23, 2016Chalhoub was presented with the award at the closing ceremony of Arab Fashion Show by Cavaliere Mario Boselli, Honorary President of the Arab Fashion Council and Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana (National Chamber of Italian Fashion). Chalhoub who is also the Creative Director behind the Parisian fashion label, INGIE Paris, wrapped-up the Arab Fashion Week… Fashion Designer, Ingie Chalhoub honoured by Arab Fashion Week with The Fashion Award for Business of Fashion this season
Emirates completes US$11 million makeover of its Business Class lounge at Dubai International Airport’s Concourse B
Sunday, October 23, 2016Emirates has completed a major makeover of its Business Class lounge at Concourse B of Dubai International Airport. The US$11 million refurbishment project took two years to complete and is part of the airline’s continuous investment to improve and upgrade its products for a seamless and enjoyable travel experience. Emirates’ premium customers can now look… Emirates completes US$11 million makeover of its Business Class lounge at Dubai International Airport’s Concourse B
RTA to add 276 new trips during peak hours of Dubai Metro on both Red and Green Lines
Sunday, October 23, 2016The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) will increase the number of Metro trips on the Red & Green lines in reply to the growing demand for the services from the public from different social segments in Dubai, especially the metro riders in early morning, during various peak hours. In total, 276 new trips are added… RTA to add 276 new trips during peak hours of Dubai Metro on both Red and Green Lines
