Finding locations in Dubai gets easier with new address system
13 January 2016
Giving your address and finding locations using guide signs in Dubai just got easier, with communities in the emirate now divided under 14 districts.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Tuesday released the first map of Dubai's District Addressing System that includes 14 districts and the list of communities under each of them.
People will now have to familiarise themselves with... Read More
13 January 2016
The Dubai Food Festival will aim to set the culinary world alight when it returns on February 25 with a city-wide showcase of the emirate's gastronomic offering to thousands of visitors from across the region. The 2016 Festival promises a packed 17-day... Read More
Announcement comes after star pledged his future to Barcelona after winning fifth Ballon d’Or
13 January 2016
Dubai: Lionel Messi has been announced as the first Global Ambassador for Dubai’s World Expo, taking on an international role as a champion for Expo 2020 Dubai.
Messi won the coveted Ballon d’Or for a record fifth time on Monday night, capping an outstanding 2015 for the genius No.10 who was a vital part of the Barcelona team that claimed five trophies last year... Read More
Dubai, 11 Jan 2016: Global Village, the leading family cultural, shopping and entertainment destination in the... Read More
OMI, star of global hits Cheerleader and Hula Hoop to perform at a unique fusion of fashion and entertainment
Jamaican American singer, OMI, well known for his hit songs ‘Cheerleader’ and ‘Hula Hoop’ will be the star attraction at Fashion Central, a style platform featuring fashion-related activations, as part of the wide range of Apparel and Fashion-themed events at the current edition of Dubai Shopping Festival, which runs until 1 February.
OMI will perform 15 January at 6:... Read More
Function at Korloff Boutique, The Dubai Mall highlight of DSF’s Gold and Jewellery Theme
Luxury jewellery, watch and accessories brand, Korloff hosted an exclusive dinner at their boutique in The Dubai Mall on 11 January that was attended by several distinguished guests including Arab celebrity and the region’s renowned singer Balqees, who was the Guest of Honour, along with some of the brand’s high-profile customers.
The special dinner was arranged by Korloff as part of the... Read More
Ice rink at CITY WALK to host first of its kind activation in Dubai based on the animated film from 21-30 Jan
The 21st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival presents an innovative activation –“Disney’s Sparkling Frozen Forest”, based on the critically acclaimed movie, offering a special treat for families and children visiting CITY WALK a dynamic outdoor destination by Meraas from 21 – 30 January.
A strikingly unique combination of beautifully aesthetic and interactive... Read More
Figures show that the Dubai airport witnessed an average growth of around 6.5 million passengers a month in 2015 for 11 months.
13 January 2016
Dubai International airport will keep the crown of the world's busiest airport by international traffic for the second consecutive year in 2015.
In 2014, Dubai airport overtook London's Heathrow to become the world's busiest airport. In 2015, Heathrow handled 69.76 million international passengers.
Dubai airport's latest... Read More
Lawless will instead head up tourism strategy for Dubai Holding, Jumeirah’s parent company
13 January 2016
Jumeirah Group's Gerald Lawless is to step down from his role as chief executive officer after 18 years of building Dubai's flagship hospitality company.
The group's parent company Dubai Holding announced on Monday that Lawless will take over responsibility for its tourism and... Read More
The Dubai Shopping Festival, which has created life-changing moments for thousands of residents and visitors from different nationalities and cultural background since its inception, has continued in the same vein during DSF 2016, mesmerising many more through its renowned Mega Raffles.
Every day, winners of the Infiniti Mega Raffle and Nissan Grand Raffle are announced at Global Village, making a huge impact on the lives of the winners with cars and cash prizes
An ecstatic... Read More