UAE News
Shuttle bus between RAK and Dubai airport launches
Monday, February 12, 2018The National — Now you can take a shuttle bus from Dubai airport to Ras Al Khaimah. It’s the latest move to boost tourism and make it easier for people to visit the emirate. The service costs Dh20 each way, can be booked online at www.rakshuttle.com and will take customers from terminals 1 and 3… Shuttle bus between RAK and Dubai airport launches
Saudi cleric says abaya no longer necessary for women
Monday, February 12, 2018The National — Saudi women need not wear the abaya, a senior member of the country’s top clerical body has said. The move comes amid reform attempts — including greater freedoms for women — being led by Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Sheikh Abdullah Al Mutlaq, a member of the Council of Senior Scholars, said… Saudi cleric says abaya no longer necessary for women
Chinese New Year Celebrations at World’s Biggest Mall
Monday, February 12, 2018This Chinese New Year, visitors will be able to explore China’s vast provinces through various region-specific artforms including music, traditional dance, arts, crafts and cultural demonstrations. With themed décor depicting art from various provinces ‘China Art’ at The Dubai Mall presents a culturally enriching programme this Chinese New Year. The Star Atrium will be… Chinese New Year Celebrations at World’s Biggest Mall
Her Excellency, Ms Li Lingbing Consul General of China to Open Special Chinese New Year Show on Festival Bay
Monday, February 12, 2018Celebrating the ‘Year of the Dog’, Dubai Festival City Mall is the place to be this Chinese New Year from the 15th to the 24th February with special offers and events across 90 outlets for shoppers to enjoy. The two-time Guinness World Record breaking, show like no other – IMAGINE, will celebrate with a special… Her Excellency, Ms Li Lingbing Consul General of China to Open Special Chinese New Year Show on Festival Bay
Emirates firms up orders for 36 A380s worth US$ 16 billion
Sunday, February 11, 2018Dubai, UAE, 11 February 2018 – Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, today signed a contract for 20 additional A380 aircraft and 16 options, firming up the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) that was announced in January. The total agreement for 36 aircraft is valued at US$16 billion based on latest list prices. Deliveries are to… Emirates firms up orders for 36 A380s worth US$ 16 billion
UAE women’s national ice hockey team leaves lasting impression during US tour (Video)
Sunday, February 11, 2018The National — A year after Fatima Al Ali walked out onto the ice at Capital One Arena for a ceremonial puck drop, she returned to the arena, before cheering crowds, flanked by all her teammates from the UAE’s national ice hockey team. A crowd of nearly 18,000 people roared as UAE team captain Fatima… UAE women’s national ice hockey team leaves lasting impression during US tour (Video)
World’s new tallest hotel opens in Dubai
Sunday, February 11, 2018The 356 metre high Gevora Hotel in Dubai, the world’s tallest as a single building, will open to guests on February 12. Barely a metre taller than the previous tallest hotel, the 355m, 77-floor JW Marriott Marquis, the 528-room hotel is situated at 101 Sheikh Zayed Road, next the 333-metre Rose Rayhaan by Rotana, a… World’s new tallest hotel opens in Dubai
Dubai receives 15.8m international visitors in 2017
Saturday, February 10, 2018Dubai recorded a strong 6.2 per cent year-on-year increase in international overnight visitation in 2017, accelerating the 5 per cent growth witnessed in the previous year and propelling the emirate’s momentum towards its 2020 goal of welcoming 20 million visitors per year by the start of the next decade. According to the latest data published… Dubai receives 15.8m international visitors in 2017
120,000 Chinese tourists to visit UAE in next two weeks
Saturday, February 10, 2018The National — Almost 120,000 Chinese tourists will visit the UAE over the upcoming Lunar New Year period, according to Colliers, an international consultancy with offices in Dubai. To put this into perspective, this many people would fill 240 large 500-room hotels – so expect Dubai’s tourist attractions to be busy. Ctrip, a major Chinese… 120,000 Chinese tourists to visit UAE in next two weeks
Abu Dhabi to phase out 20kph speed buffer on some major roads
Saturday, February 10, 2018The National — The buffer that allows motorists to travel at 20kph more than the advertised speed limit is set to be phased out on a number of Abu Dhabi roads, in a move welcomed by road safety campaigners. A police official said the decision is intended to prevent confusion and improve road safety. Motorists… Abu Dhabi to phase out 20kph speed buffer on some major roads
