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Dubai Duty Free receives two global traveler awards

18 Jan 2024

Dubai Duty Free received two top awards at the 20th anniversary edition of the Global Traveler – GT Tested Reader Survey Awards with the “Best Duty-Free Shopping in the World” for the seventeenth consecutive year and the “Best Duty-Free Shopping in the Middle East” for the fifth time, at the awards ceremony held in December at The Langham Huntington, Pasadena, California.

Voted by the readers of Global Traveler, the monthly and AAM-audited magazine written exclusively for frequent,... Read More

A Russian Tourist wins AED 25,000 cash prize at Mercato DSF's 29th edition

17 Jan 2024

Mercato Shopping Mall is delighted to announce the fortunate winner of the Dubai Shopping Festival's 29th edition draw held last week – a Russian tourist who has won a cash prize of AED 25,000.

The tourist, Natalia Podolskaia, expressed her joy at winning and shared her enthusiasm for her Dubai experience, particularly highlighting her shopping adventures at Mercato and Town Centre Jumeirah during the festival. Natalia Podolskaia, the lucky winner, commented, "The irresistible... Read More

World's tallest residential clocktower unveiled in Dubai Marina

09 Jan 2024

UAE’s premium real estate developer London Gate and Franck Muller, the Swiss luxury watch manufacturer, hosted an event to unveil the iconic Franck Muller Aeternitas – the world’s tallest branded residential clocktower.

Rising to a height of 450 meters and standing tall at 106 floors, the project has a sales value of Dh2 billion. With pricing starting at Dh1.6 million, London Gate introduces a flexible payment plan with a reasonable 40/60 structure. Aside from this, London Gate will... Read More

Dubai's largest penthouse goes on sale for AED 600 million

04 Jan 2024

A three-story super penthouse with more than 77,000 square feet at Raffles the Palm Dubai Residences has listed for AED 600 million (US$164 million).

Located on Palm Jumeirah, the penthouse is the largest private residence “in Dubai’s real estate history,” according to a news release Wednesday from Emerald Palace Group, which owns the Raffles the Palm Dubai.

“Transcending the ordinary, this remarkable penthouse seeks to provide an exceptional lifestyle that seamlessly combines... Read More

Gold prices fall slightly in Dubai; is it a good time to buy?

03 Jan 2024

Gold prices dipped slightly in the UAE on Wednesday morning but the 24K variant of the precious metal still stayed at Dh250 level at the opening of the markets.

According to Dubai Jewellery Group data, the 24K slipped Dh0.25 to Dh250.0 per gram while 22K, 21K and 18K opened at Dh231.5, Dh224.0 and Dh192.0 per per gram, respectively, on Wednesday.

Spot gold was up 0.21 per cent at $2,063.98 per ounce, as of 9.15 am UAE time. The prices retreated moderately late on Tuesday,... Read More

Medcare and Aster Pharmacy announce International Tennis Superstar Andrey Rublev as Brand Ambassador

28 Dec 2023

Andrey Rublev, international tennis champion ranked at World No.5, joins Medcare and Aster Pharmacy as Brand Ambassador. Medcare, a premium healthcare brand with a presence across Dubai and Sharjah through 4 hospitals and 20 medical centres, would uphold this collaboration to showcase its world-class facilities matched with top-notch clinical excellence, in alignment with the Happiness begins with Health campaign, launched earlier this year, encouraging individuals to prioritize their own... Read More

UAE's Sharjah bans New Year's Eve fireworks in solidarity with Gaza

28 Dec 2023

An emirate in the United Arab Emirates, one of few Arab states that has official ties with Israel, has banned New Year's Eve fireworks this year as an expression of solidarity with the people of Gaza.

The decision was announced in a Facebook post by Sharjah police, warning that legal measures would be taken against those found violating the ban.

The ban is "a sincere expression of solidarity and humanitarian cooperation with our siblings in the Gaza Strip," Sharjah police said... Read More

Solve the World’s Largest Rubik’s Cube at Dubai Knowledge Park

26 Dec 2023

Dubai Knowledge Park, part of TECOM Group PJSC, has secured the Guinness World Record for the World’s Largest Rubik’s Cube to commemorate its 20-year legacy of enriching the regional knowledge economy with creative thinking and innovation.

Weighing over 300kg, the world record-holder interactive installation spans 3m x 3m x 3m and comprises 21 fiberglass cubes, each almost 1 metre tall.

Embodying durability and environmental consciousness, the cube represents a tangible... Read More

Extravagant New Year's Eve celebration at Fujiairah Rotana

25 Dec 2023

Step into the grandeur of the New Year's celebrations at Fujairah Rotana, the luxury five-star Ultra all-inclusive resort in Fujairah.

The New Year's celebrations start a little early from 6:30 pm with the exclusive Pre-New Year's Eve Cocktail Reception. Perfectly positioned at the entrance of the gala dinner, this cocktail rendezvous serves as a sophisticated curtain-raiser to the evening's festivities.

New Year's Eve at Great Gatsby with the biggest fireworks

Saturday... Read More

Embrace the Festive Spirit and Create Unforgettable Memories at Yas Bay Waterfront

22 Dec 2023

It is the jolliest time of the year, and while we bask in the holiday with our loved ones, Santa and his merry elves are polishing their boots and checking their lists because they will be making a special stop at Yas Bay Waterfront to spread some holiday cheer (and cookies!). Spot them by the magnificent 40-foot tree at the arena plaza or jingling along the waterfront between 5:00pm to 7:00pm on December 24.

That’s not all!

Live music performances

If you happen to... Read More