UAE News
Hospitality and residential projects worth US$D1.9 trillion are under development in the Middle East
Tuesday, September 26, 2023Hospitality and residential projects worth US$D1.9 trillion are under development in the Middle East, with Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and Egypt accounting for 90 per cent (US$1.7 trillion) of investment, according to key data released ahead of the Future Hospitality Summit, taking place in Abu Dhabi, 25-27 September 2023. Research by global independent real… Untitled
Global hospitality leaders eye investment opportunities at Abu Dhabi summit
Monday, September 25, 2023The global hospitality sector is set to witness a significant influx of investment as key industry players from over 50 countries convene at the Future Hospitality Summit in Abu Dhabi from Sept. 25-27. Centered around the theme “Focus on Investment,” the event will serve as a catalyst for change, facilitating interactions among over 1,000 hospitality… Untitled
World’s first floating mosque worth Dhs55 million to build in Dubai
Friday, September 22, 2023The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department (IACAD) in Dubai, on Thursday, announced the launch of a number of new plans, programmes and initiatives to promote religious tourism in the emirate. This came during a press conference held at the IACAD’s headquarters in the presence of Dr. Hamad Bin Sheikh Ahmed Al Shaibani, Director General… Untitled
UAE residents to have a long three-day weekend next week
Monday, September 18, 2023Next week workers across the UAE (who work from Monday to Friday) will get a three-day weekend. That’s because Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) birthday is predicted to fall on Wednesday September 27, with the public holiday to commemorate the occasion falling on Friday September 29. The UAE Government confirmed that Friday September 29 will be a… Untitled
Bulgari marked the grand opening of 75 Years of Infinite Tales exhibition
Friday, September 15, 2023In a dazzling event held last night at The DIFC in Dubai, Bulgari marked the “Serpenti Factory” grand opening and the captivating “75 Years of Infinite Tales” exhibition. On this special occasion, the iconic Serpenti emblem took center stage, casting a mesmerizing display of projection mapping on the Gate Building painting the Dubai skyline with… Untitled
ATM 2024 to explore how entrepreneurship is empowering innovation in the Middle East’s travel industry
Thursday, September 7, 2023Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the Middle East’s leading event for inbound and outbound travel and tourism professionals, has unveiled its next theme: ‘Empowering Innovation: Transforming Travel Through Entrepreneurship.’ The 31st edition of the show will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from Monday 6 to Thursday 9 May 2024. Over the last 15… Untitled
Bally appoints Simone Bellotti to lead Bally Design Studio
Tuesday, September 5, 2023Swiss luxury brand, Bally, is pleased to announce that the direction of the Bally Design Studio has been entrusted to Design Director Simone Bellotti, who joined the company in October 2022 after a 16-year tenure at Gucci. Simone Bellotti, whose career in addition to Gucci also includes senior design positions at Dolce & Gabbana, Bottega… Untitled
Saudi Esports Federation and KFC announce partnership to empower local esports talent onto the global stage
Tuesday, September 5, 2023The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) and Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) have officially unveiled a transformative three-year partnership dedicated to advancing local talent onto the global esports stage, including a groundbreaking initiative for women gamers. The collaboration will introduce a series of events and challenge-based initiatives, especially designed to nurture fresh Saudi esports talent. These initiatives… Untitled
UAE astronaut back on Earth after 186 days in space
Monday, September 4, 2023Emirati astronaut Sultan AlNeyadi splashed down safely in the SpaceX Dragon Endeavour in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of Jacksonville, Florida, at 8:17 am on Monday, after 186 days in space. He greeted the moment with a smile and a thumbs-up, signifying his return to Earth’s gravity after completing the long-haul mission. Meanwhile, following… Untitled
Harvey Nichols – Dubai presents a new campaign ‘Let’s Dance’
Friday, September 1, 2023Harvey Nichols – Dubai kicks off the Autumn/Winter 2023 season with a dance-themed campaign entitled ‘Let’s Dance’. This season, it’s all about getting into the groove with a dazzling array of womenswear, menswear, and beauty essentials, all set to make this autumn and winter a remarkable celebration of style, freedom and self-expression. The bold theme… Untitled
