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UAE announces private sector holidays for Eid Al Adha 2023

UAE announces private sector holidays for Eid Al Adha 2023

19 Jun 2023

The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) in the UAE on Monday has officially announced Eid Al Adha holidays for private sector employees in the country.

The ministry announced that the holiday for Eid Al Adha for the private sector in the country will start on 9th Dhu Al Hijjah (Day of Arafat), corresponding Tuesday,  June 27, and will end on Friday, June 30. Work will resume on Monday, July 3.

This follows a previous announcement by the UAE Federal Authority... Read More

UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed meets Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg

UAE’s President Sheikh Mohamed meets Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg

16 Jun 2023

Russian President Vladimir Putin and President of the United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan shake hands during a meeting at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) in Saint Petersburg, Russia, June 16, 2023. 

The president of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), which has not joined Western sanctions against Moscow, told Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday that his nation wished to strengthen ties.

"I am pleased to be here today with you,... Read More

New deadline announced for unemployment insurance registration in UAE

New deadline announced for unemployment insurance registration in UAE

16 Jun 2023

The mandatory job loss insurance, also known as Involuntary Loss of Employment (ILOE), was launched on January 1, 2023, for employees working in the private sector, the federal government and free zones. The workers were given January to June time to subscribe, failing which penalty will be imposed.

While investors, domestic workers, temporary contract workers, residents aged under 18, and retirees who are earning a retirement pension and have started a new job are... Read More

Gulf Craft’s Majesty 120 is honoured at the Design et al International Yacht & Aviation Awards

Gulf Craft’s Majesty 120 is honoured at the Design et al International Yacht & Aviation Awards

16 Jun 2023

Gulf Craft’s Majesty 120 Superyacht, has been named the winner in the ‘Motor Yacht 25-40 Metres’ category at The International Yacht & Aviation Awards 2023.

This win marks the Majesty 120’s third accolade this year following the BOAT International Design and Innovation Awards in February, where the Majesty 120 was named the winner in the ‘Eco Award’ and ‘Best Naval Architecture, Semi Displacement or Planing Motor Yachts’ categories.

The 13th edition of the International... Read More

The Fiesta De Salsa Sashays it’s way to Trader Vics, The Palm

The Fiesta De Salsa Sashays it’s way to Trader Vics, The Palm

30 May 2023

Got the mid-week urge to let your hair down and move your body? Enter Fiesta De Salsa the new lively joint ladies and gents evening, taking place every Wednesday from 7-11:30 pm at Trader Vics, Hilton Dubai Palm Jumeirah.

Feast and fiesta, as both ladies and gents can choose from a selected menu of specially curated Trader Vics beverages and starter options. For the ladies, enjoy 2 beverages and 1 starter for AED 99, and for the gentlemen, pick 2 starters and wash down with 3... Read More

Sephora is changing the rules!

Sephora is changing the rules!

29 May 2023

Are you guilty of sleeping in your makeup? Being inconsistent with your skincare routine?

Don’t worry, you’re not alone! 50% of women admit wearing makeup to bed and 40% struggle to follow a consistent skincare routine. Believe it or not, these numbers are true!

That’s why Sephora is changing the Rules!

Rule #1: Hack your skincare with the hottest best selling brands available only at Sephora including Drunk Elephant, Glow Recipe, Sol De Janeiro, Tatcha, Fenty Skin and... Read More

iSTYLE opens UAE’s first Apple Premium Partner store in Dubai

iSTYLE opens UAE’s first Apple Premium Partner store in Dubai

29 May 2023

 iSTYLE formally opens UAE’s first Apple Premium Partner (APP) store in Dubai Marina Mall with a Grand opening event. Customers now have the opportunity to learn and experience Apple’s innovative products and solutions with a wide range of accessories in a luxurious, spacious, totally experiential and welcoming environment.

Established in 2005, iSTYLE already has 13 Apple Premium Reseller stores in UAE, with Dubai Marina Mall being the first Apple Premium Partner store, taking the... Read More

Dubai’s 3-Day Super Sale: top deals up to 90% off

Dubai’s 3-Day Super Sale: top deals up to 90% off

26 May 2023

Dubai’s 3-Day Super Sale: Top deals, best malls to get up to 90% off; tips to beat crowds ahead of holiday shopping rush

More than 500 brands are set to offer deals on across huge range of categories, from fashion and beauty, to electronics, eyewear, accessories, footwear and more

Dubai is transforming into a giant shopping mall as its Three-Day Super Sale — or 3DSS — kicks off today, May 26. The event, which takes place in May and November every year, offers discounts of up to... Read More

Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 Ceremony, full list of winners revealed

Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 Ceremony, full list of winners revealed

23 May 2023

Total of 38 out of last year’s 44 dining places retained their prestigious position on the list Dubai now has a total of 14 Michelin-starred restaurants. In the second edition of Michelin Guide Dubai 2023 – which was announced at a glamorous event at Atlantis, the Royal – three restaurants were awarded with two-stars and 11 got one. Two of last year’s two-starred restaurants retained their ratings while Tresind Studio, which was a one-star restaurant last year was awarded the 2-star rating.... Read More

DCT Abu Dhabi launches Seaworld Abu Dhabi and summer promotions at GCC Roadshow

DCT Abu Dhabi launches Seaworld Abu Dhabi and summer promotions at GCC Roadshow

19 May 2023

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) hosted a series of events in major cities across the GCC including Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain and Oman to launch the highly anticipated SeaWorld, Yas island, Abu Dhabi, and Experience Abu Dhabi’s ‘One Summer Isn't Enough’ offering, in partnership with 20 key stakeholders including hotels, city attractions, and agencies.

The roadshow provided GCC travel trade professionals with the opportunity to... Read More

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