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Dubai Duty Free Annual Sales Reach Dhs7.356 billion (US$2.015 billion)

Dubai Duty Free Annual Sales Reach Dhs7.356 billion (US$2.015 billion)

03 Jan 2019

The New Year began on a high note for Dubai Duty Free with the operation announcing annual sales for 2018 of Dhs7.356 billion (US$2.015 billion), representing a 4.31% increase over the previous year.

It was clear that a remarkable year was coming to a close in December when the retailer crossed the Dhs7.3 billion or US$2 billion milestone on 29thDecember.  The operation’s 35th Anniversary Day on December 20th, when customers were offered a 25% discount on a range of products, resulted... Read More

UAE mesmerises the world with Emaar’s spectacular  New Year’s Eve Gala 2019 in Downtown Dubai (Video)

UAE mesmerises the world with Emaar’s spectacular New Year’s Eve Gala 2019 in Downtown Dubai (Video)

02 Jan 2019

In a never-before-seen spectacle of fireworks and laser displays on the iconic Burj Khalifa and the performances of The Dubai Fountain, Emaar mesmerised the world with its New Year’s Eve Gala in Dubai to usher in 2019.

The event welcomed over a million revellers in Downtown Dubai, Emaar’s flagship mega-development in the heart of the city. A highlight was the special tribute to the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the founding father of the UAE, whose birth... Read More

Novak Djokovic comes from behind to win Abu Dhabi title

Novak Djokovic comes from behind to win Abu Dhabi title

30 Dec 2018

Novak Djokovic capped a remarkable renaissance to the top of men's tennis on Saturday as he won a record-equalling fourth Mubadala World Tennis Championship title.

The 31-year-old Serb defeated defending champion Kevin Anderson in a tense final, punching the air in delight after a cross-court forehand winner that clinched a 4-6, 7-5, 7-5 victory at the International Tennis Centre in Zayed Sports City.

Djokovic celebrated by signing autographs courtside and posing for pictures... Read More

Welcome the year 2019 at Grand Millennium Business Bay

Welcome the year 2019 at Grand Millennium Business Bay

27 Dec 2018

Celebrate the beginning of the year 2019 at Grand Millennium Business Bay, a 5-star property of Millennium Hotels & Resorts along Marasi Drive where a spectacular feast of food, festivity and live entertainment ensure your dining experience is exquisite in every way.

New Year’s Eve at Beau Rivage Bistro – December 31

If you... Read More

Dubai Shopping Festival 2019 highlights

Dubai Shopping Festival 2019 highlights

27 Dec 2018

From 26 December 2018 to 2 February 2019, Dubai Shopping Festival takes over the city, transforming it into the must-see and must-be destination filled with pop-up fashion shows, fireworks displays, mega sales and so much more. With a jam-packed calendar of events and awesome raffles, the city comes to life with enthralling performances, flash sales and incredible concerts.

Sale is the word of the season. This year's edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival will kick off in style with... Read More

Invest in your sleeping products this DSF

Invest in your sleeping products this DSF

26 Dec 2018

King Koil, one of the leading mattress brands in the region, presents incredible savings of 45% discount across its range of premium sleeping products during the 2019 Dubai Shopping Festival, happening from 26 December 2018 to 2 February 2019.

Engineered to provide the soundest of sleep for a refreshed and rejuvenated body and mind, King Koil’s sleeping solutions use natural and high-quality materials combined with innovative technologies to enhance a healthy sleep.

During DSF... Read More

Dollar opens new counter at Dubai International Airport Terminal 1

Dollar opens new counter at Dubai International Airport Terminal 1

26 Dec 2018

Dollar, one of the fastest growing car rental companies in the region, has announced the opening of a new branch at Dubai International Airport Terminal 1.

The new counter features seating area for passengers, a new concept introduced to other counters currently found inside Terminal 1. The new concept will provide a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere to a significant number of arriving and departing passengers who are waiting for their rented cars or those... Read More

Tsunami in Indonesia kills at least 168 without warning (Video)

Tsunami in Indonesia kills at least 168 without warning (Video)

23 Dec 2018

There was no warning before the waves struck the Pandeglang district, Sutopo Purwo Nugroho, head of public relations at Indonesia's National Disaster Mitigation Agency, said on television.

The tsunami was likely triggered by a combination of underwater landslides caused by volcanic eruption, the country's meteorological, climatological and geological agency said.

The confirmed dead included a member of the Indonesian rock band Seventeen that was playing when the disaster struck... Read More

Lebanese singer Elissar leads the New Year celebration at Grand Millennium Dubai

Lebanese singer Elissar leads the New Year celebration at Grand Millennium Dubai

23 Dec 2018

Lebanese star singer Elissar, well-known for winning the gold medal in Studio Al Fan and famous for her released single Kel Chi Tghayar will lead the New Year celebration at Al Thuraya Ballroom at Grand Millennium Dubai, the 5-star property of Millennium Hotels & Resorts located in Barsha Heights.

She will be joined by other Middle Eastern artists and stars including singer Eddy who will be doing a one-man show, Belly Dancer Leila and DJ CEDRA.

Belly Dancer Leila or “Snake... Read More

Tis the Season for Emirates Festive Offerings (Video)

Tis the Season for Emirates Festive Offerings (Video)

23 Dec 2018

Emirates is bringing Christmas joy to the skies this December with a delicious festive menu on select flights and nostalgic films on board. Customers travelling for the holidays in December will enjoy several Christmas specials across all cabin classes on board and on the ground.

Christmas menus

With an extensive offering of festive favourites available all December, Emirates’ popular Christmas inspired menu will return for the third year in a row for those travelling from... Read More

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