UAE News
Dubai launches Internet platforms on beaches
Sunday, June 14, 2015Smart Palms ‘integrate technology with creation’ 10/06/2015 4:31 pm EDT Dubai is now planting a new kind of palm tree – artificial ones that offer free wireless Internet and charging stations to visitors on the beach. The Smart Palm, which is considered the first of its kind in the Arab world, is a project launched… Untitled
Abu Dhabi-Proton Racing team qualifies sixth in Le Mans 24-hr race
Saturday, June 13, 201513 June 2015 The world famous endurance race starts on Saturday with 55 cars participating. Dubai — Abu Dhabi-Proton Racing qualified sixth within its class during Thursday night’s qualifying session for the Le Mans 24-hour race — Round 3 of the world endurance in France. The world famous endurance race starts on Saturday with 55… Untitled
Cross-sector input is crucial for Smart City plan: Seminar
Saturday, June 13, 2015The Smart City blueprint features six key pillars as well as 100 initiatives across multiple sectors including transport, communications, infrastructure, electricity, economic services, and urban planning. Dubai — In an effort to support Dubai’s ongoing Smart City initiative, this year’s Dubai International Academic City (DIAC) Education Forum focused on the Smart City 2021 plan. The… Untitled
AED120 billion investments in UAE airports
Thursday, June 11, 2015Aviation to contribute $88 billion to Dubai economy by 2030 Sheikh Ahmed: Aviation in Dubai on a firm pedestal Mohammed Ahli: Laws be compatible with the changing times UAE tightens manned ballooning regulations Sri Lanka allows flydubai seven extra flights Travel agents are still relevant:… Untitled
The season’s biggest sale at The Dubai Mall!
Thursday, June 11, 2015Shop, dine, play and save at The Dubai Mall, the world’s most-visited retail and lifestyle destination, with hundreds of stores on sale, you can have your pick. From women, men, and children fashion to beauty, health and home décor. There are sale offers for up to 70% on items across the 1,200 retail… Untitled
Shaikh Mohammad tours Expo Milano
Thursday, June 11, 2015He praised the organisation standards of Milan Expo Milan: His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, visited Expo Milano taking place in Italy until November 2015. Shaikh Mohammad and his accompanying delegation toured the exhibition where 121 exhibitors, including the UAE, are participating.… Untitled
DIFC announces 10-year plan, says will triple in size by 2024
Thursday, June 11, 2015The financial free zone hopes that Dubai’s financial sector will raise its GDP contribution to 18 per cent over the next 10 years Dubai International Financial Centre has announced a new strategy that will see the free zone triple its operations over the next 10 years, the centre’s governor Essa Kazim said. Detailing the plan,… Untitled
“Ramadan in Dubai” to put spotlight on month of reflection through unique citywide cultural experiences
Thursday, June 11, 201506 June, 2015 DFRE and DTCM “Ramadan in Dubai” to put spotlight on month of reflection through unique citywide cultural experiences Highlights include Dubai International Holy Quran Award, Dubai Ramadan Forum, Ramadan Tents, Ramadan Night Market and numerous community and charitable activities ‘Ramadan in Dubai’, an annual social and cultural campaign organised by the Dubai… Untitled
HomeAway to promote Dubai vacation homes
Thursday, June 11, 2015Will also launch traveller-focused campaigns with DTCM June 10, 2015 Dubai: HomeAway, a vacation rentals company, has partnered with the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) to promote the emirate’s vacation homes globally, according to a statement on Wednesday. DTCM and the US-based company will work together… Untitled
Aquaventure wins ‘Best Recreation Facilities’ award at Middle East Hotel Awards
Wednesday, June 10, 2015Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 10 June 2015: The Middle East Hotel Awards, the prestigious event that seeks to identify, highlight and reward excellence across the region’s hotel industry, have recognised Atlantis, The Palm’s Aquaventure in the ‘Best Recreation Facilities’ category, reinforcing its status as a must-visit international destination. Aquaventure, the ideal family attraction, is the… Untitled
