The finest travel brands in the world have been unveiled at a star-studded gala ceremony in Muscat, Oman. The elite of the travel industry gathered for the World Travel Awards (WTA) Grand Final Gala Ceremony 2019 at the landmark Royal Opera House Muscat to find out who amongst them had been crowned the finest in the world.
Winners at the red carpet reception included Etihad Airways, named ‘World’s Leading Airline’, Armani Hotel Dubai voted ‘World’s Leading Hotel’, whilst Dubai... Read More
This year, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to fireworks shows across the city. Take your pick from Al Seef, La Mer, The Beach, Dubai Festival City, Global Village or The Pointe for a show over Dubai’s horizon.
On December 1 to 2 at Al Seef (8pm), La Mer (8.30pm) and The Beach (9pm); December 2 at The Pointe (8pm), Global Village (9pm).
Yas Marina Celebrations
The 48th UAE National Day celebrations at the end of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix are... Read More
Nakheel Mall, the new shopping, dining and entertainment destination at the heart of Palm Jumeirah, was officially opened by Nakheel Chairman, Ali Rashid Lootah today (Thursday, 28 November).
The AED1.2 billion destination, the new centrepiece of The Palm, provides on-the-doorstep convenience for the island’s 78,000 residents, a new destination for the wider Dubai community, and a stunning new attraction for the millions of tourists who visit the UAE each year.
Easily... Read More
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today announced that it has signed a full purchase agreement for 30 Boeing 787-9 aircraft, worth US$ 8.8 billion at list prices, at the Dubai Airshow 2019. Under its agreement with Boeing, Emirates has exercised its right to substitute the B777x with B787s.
This deal includes Boeing 787 Dreamliners, with deliveries commencing in May 2023 and continuing for the next five years. For the B777X, Emirates will enter into discussions with... Read More
On Tuesday, November26th, Chaumet celebrated the first-year anniversary of its regional flagship store located at The Dubai Mall. The French Maison embraced its recent transformation transporting VIP guests to an immersive setting and a digital Place Vendôme overlooking Dubai’s most iconic landmark, as a symbol of a bond of culture. VIP guests, such as Lebanese actress Carmen Bsaibes, Joelle Mardinian, Dana Al Tuwarish, Yara Al Namlahand Manaal al Hammadi celebrated Chaumet High Jewellery... Read More
Annual Investment Meeting (AIM), world’s largest investment platform, and China Venture Capital Research Institute (CVCRI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for a long-term strategic partnership to share resources and to boost investment opportunities within the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
The MoU signed between Walid Farghal, Director General of AIM, and Jihong Ding, President of... Read More
In celebration of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and Abu Dhabi Race Week, the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) will present Al Ruhool, a classic cars exhibition, at Qasr Al Hosn, from 27 November to 30 December. The exhibition will explore how the urban fabric of the city developed in the mid-20th century with the transition from nomadic styles of transportation to modern-day automobiles. The exhibition will feature 21 cars from the 1950s and... Read More
Destination wedding tourism as well as solo and female led travel and ecotourism, wellness, adventure and agritourism (EWAA) are defining the hospitality industry landscape, according to data released ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2020 (ATM), which takes place at Dubai World Trade Centre from Sunday 19 – Wednesday 22 April 2020.
The research by Colliers International, ATM’s official research partner, revealed that the destination wedding segment is worth more than US$90 billion... Read More
Yas Marina Circuit is ready to host the 21st and final round of the 2019 Formula 1® season, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2019.
This year marks 10 years since the inaugural race back in 2009. In that time, drivers have completed 550 race laps or 30,250km around the track.
The first race was won by Sebastian Vettel who has 53 victories in F1®, 3 of which have come in Abu Dhabi.
In total, 5 different drivers have won at Yas Marina Circuit (Vettel,... Read More
Yas Marina Circuit is ready to host the 21st and final round of the 2019 Formula 1® season, the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX 2019.
This year marks 10 years since the inaugural race back in 2009. In that time, drivers have completed 550 race laps or 30,250km around the track.
The first race was won by Sebastian Vettel who has 53 victories in F1®, 3 of which have come in Abu Dhabi.
In total, 5 different drivers have won at Yas Marina Circuit (Vettel,... Read More