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Experience the Best of Azerbaijan this winter

14 Dec 2019

Whether you're looking for a snow-filled ski retreat, some festive indulgence or just family time to explore a new city with your loved ones, Azerbaijan has something special for every type of traveller.With an exceptional combination of relaxation and adventure, Azerbaijan has much to offer and many sites of interests sure to leave a lasting impression.

Azerbaijan’s winters are magical, transforming the Caucasus Mountain range into a winter paradise. Skienthusiasts will find... Read More

flydubai lands in Yangon

11 Dec 2019

Dubai-based airline flydubai today celebrated its inaugural flight to Yangon, Myanmar, expanding its network to include Southeast Asia. The new daily flights are codeshared with Emirates and will operate from Terminal 3 at Dubai International (DXB).

On board the inaugural flight was a senior delegation led by Sudhir Sreedharan, Senior Vice President, Commercial Operations (UAE, GCC, Subcontinent and Africa) at flydubai. On arrival in Yangon, the delegation was met by His Excellency U... Read More

DSF marks 25th anniversary with incredible line-up

10 Dec 2019

The countdown to one of the world’s largest shopping festivals has officially begun, and as the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) prepares to launch a landmark 25th edition of Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), the entire city is uniting together to create its most memorable edition yet. A diverse DSF Calendar of Events was revealed on 9 December at a launch press conference held at the iconic Dubai Frame, which sits at the crossroads of old and new Dubai and is an apt reflection... Read More

The fashion brands you need to see at Dubai Fashion Days

10 Dec 2019

The second Dubai Fashion Days extravaganza, organised by Hala China, will see the debut of new fashion lines from some of China’s most exciting up-and-coming designer labels at exclusive catwalk launches, directed by China’s ‘father of fashion’ Jerry Zhang, in Dubai this December.

From well-established brands like Heaven Gaia and Jusere to emerging labels like Joy & Joa and XiangLuoYi, the region’s fashionistas and designers will have their eyes trained on the new looks being... Read More

2020: The year for business aviation

10 Dec 2019

2020 will be a good year for business aviation in the MENA region, according to Ali Alnaqbi, Founding & Executive Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Business Aviation Association (MEBAA). With the MEBAA Show 2020 taking place in December, the event is perfectly timed to lead the industry in this year of opportunity.

Alnaqbi stated that the business aviation sector in the MENA region is achieving a positive growth rate of around eight to nine percent, higher than the... Read More

Golden Globes 2020: the complete nominations list

10 Dec 2019

The best of the year in both TV and film will be recognized at the Globes, with categories in drama and musical or comedy for each medium.

Top contenders for best drama are “The Irishman,” “Marriage Story,” “1917,” “Joker” and “Little Women.” For best musical or comedy, “Once Upon a Time in Hollywood,” “Jojo Rabbit,” “Knives Out,” “Rocketman” and “Dolemite Is My Name” will likely be considered.

TV drama candidates include “Succession,” “The Crown,” “Game of Thrones” and “Big... Read More

Emirates expects a busy travel period ahead of the holiday season

10 Dec 2019

Emirates expects a busy travel period ahead of the holiday season, starting from Thursday 12th December until Friday 20th December, with close to 300,000 Emirates passengers travelling from Dubai to destinations beyond.

The busiest time for departures from Terminal 3 will be on Friday 13th December with close to 40,000 passengers expected. Customers are reminded to check-in and arrive 3 hours early to the airport early to avoid any delays.

Passengers departing from Dubai can... Read More

Former Chinese Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing calls out US for meddling in China’s internal affairs

10 Dec 2019

In the highlight of the 12th Arab Strategy Forum (ASF 2019) that took place in Dubai on Monday, a candid panel discussion involving Chinese Former Foreign Minister Li Zhaoxing and former US Vice President Dick Cheney brought ‘The Global Order in 2030’ into focus.

The high-level panellists provided polar perspectives on the US and China’s roles in a shifting status quo. The session drew the participation of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime... Read More

Miral and Warner Bros. to open world’s first Warner Bros. Hotel on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi in 2021

10 Dec 2019

Miral, Abu Dhabi’s creator of destinations, and Warner Bros. announced today that the world’s first Warner Bros. branded hotel – The WB Abu Dhabi – is currently in development on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Set to open in 2021, construction of the USD 112 million hotel is well underway and is now 40% complete

The WB Abu Dhabi will be located adjacent to the award-winning Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi theme park and is set to be a major addition to Yas Island’s immersive hospitality and... Read More

Dubai Airports readies for ban on single-use plastics

09 Dec 2019

Change is coming to the world of air travel as the self-imposed deadline looms for a ban on all single-use plastics at the world’s busiest international airport, Dubai International (DXB). Announced by operator, Dubai Airports, earlier this year, Dubai’s two airports (DXB and DWC) will soon be free of single-use plastics in a bid to manage environmental impact.

Since the pledge was announced in June 2019, Dubai Airports has been working closely with more than 250 of its concession and... Read More