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All aboard: The GoldenPass Express train launches to connect Montreux and Interlaken

All aboard: The GoldenPass Express train launches to connect Montreux and Interlaken

11 Jan 2023

The GoldenPass Express has made its maiden voyage on December 11, paving the way to take passengers through the magical Vaud region and beyond after more than a hundred year wait for the direct link.

Connecting Montreux and Interlaken without change, the Golden Pass Express transports passengers on a mesmerising three-hour journey from the Vaud Riviera with stunning views ofLake Geneva, through to the majestic peaks of the Bernese Alps via the Pays-d'Enhaut.

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Daria Russkikh discovered her «Inner Planet» using augmented reality effects

Daria Russkikh discovered her «Inner Planet» using augmented reality effects

09 Jan 2023

As a leading figure in the «abstract fine art» the artists paintings appear to come to life right in front of our eyes, thanks to the use of the augmented reality effects of Phygital Art, which combines the digital and physical worlds into each piece and allows the painting to reveal the artist's inner feelings and guide the viewer to see and feel her personal, inner world at a level never experienced before.

Her use of augmented reality is a technique she employs to create expressive... Read More

The Pomellato Together collection celebrates bonds that transcend boundaries

The Pomellato Together collection celebrates bonds that transcend boundaries

09 Jan 2023

Simple yet deeply symbolic, the Pomellato Together collection eloquently expresses the enigma of love in its many forms. The jewels capture the connections that bind us together, whether it is as lovers, friends, through sisterhood or family ties, or any union between human beings who cherish one another.

Pomellato Together is a range of rings and bracelets that express the beauty and complexity of human bonds with the simplest of Milanese elegance. The jewels are composed of double... Read More

Why Russians celebrate Christmas on January 7th?

Why Russians celebrate Christmas on January 7th?

06 Jan 2023

New Year and Christmas are the most anticipated holidays of the year for millions of Russian speakers. Even far from homeland, in the country of eternal summer – the UAE, we decorate Christmas trees, prepare traditional salads and festive dishes and look forward to these holidays with great anticipation and excitement, because they return us to a magical, fabulous time where miracles happen. We make plans for the future, hope for the best, make wishes and believe that they will come true.... Read More

Cecilie Bahnsen Launches SS23 Collection

Cecilie Bahnsen Launches SS23 Collection

06 Jan 2023

The new collection emphasizes the concept of not saving clothes “for best” but wearing them and giving new life to the traditions of couture. As part of the season’s reflection on couture for every day, Cecilie collaborates with sneaker brand ASICS, customising past season stock to create one of a kind pairs.

Spring/Summer 2023 is a season of light, airy silhouettes created off-the-page: on models and mannequins, rather than drawn and translated into 3D. The colour palette of the... Read More

When is the next public holiday and long weekend in the UAE?

When is the next public holiday and long weekend in the UAE?

05 Jan 2023

While we didn’t snag an extra day off for New Year, there are more public holidays and precious long weekends in the UAE to look forward to.

So, when is the next UAE public holiday?

Under the direction of HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, the UAE Cabinet announced the public holidays for 2023 last month. As New Year’s Day fell on a Sunday, the first official holiday of 2023 will be after the Holy Month of Ramadan, when we celebrate Eid al Fitr from Ramadan 29 to Shawwal 3. On the... Read More

UAE fuel prices decreased in January 2023

UAE fuel prices decreased in January 2023

04 Jan 2023

From January 1, 2023 petrol prices for Super 98 will be Dhs2.78 per litre, down from Dhs3.30 per litre in December. Additionally, Special 95 will be priced at Dhs2.67 per litre, down from from Dhs3.18.

Diesel will also see a decrease in price to Dhs3.29 per litre, a decrease from Dhs3.74 last month.

Here are the UAE petrol prices for Super 98 from January 2022 to January 2023.

2023

January: Dhs2.78

2022

January: Dhs2.65

February: Dhs2.94

March: Dhs3.23... Read More

Dubai removes 30 per cent tax on all alcohol sales and alcohol licenses are now free

Dubai removes 30 per cent tax on all alcohol sales and alcohol licenses are now free

02 Jan 2023

Effective from Sunday, January 1 2023, the 30 per cent tax will be removed from all alcohol purchases in Dubai.

As first reported by Caterer Middle East, Dubai Municipality announced a one-year trial period that will see tax suspended on all alcoholic beverages for 2023.

Although not yet confirmed, this should make drinking in restaurants and bars cheaper. According to the same article, Dubai Municipality expects that the saving will be passed on to consumers.

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New Year’s Eve in Dubai: road closures confirmed by RTA

New Year’s Eve in Dubai: road closures confirmed by RTA

30 Dec 2022

Heading to see the record-breaking Burj Khalifa fireworks this New Year’s Eve? The Roads and Transport Authority have released a video on Twitter with the full traffic plan including all the road closures and extended metro timings to ensure the city is well-prepared for the celebrations.

If you’re planning on driving or taking the metro, make sure you plan your trip accordingly. You wouldn’t want to miss a second of the action.

Here are all the road closures…

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Abu Dhabi Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Project set to expand under new agreement

Abu Dhabi Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Project set to expand under new agreement

30 Dec 2022

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Environment Agency - Abu Dhabi (EAD) to create a pre-release turtle rehabilitation area at Louvre Abu Dhabi, in the waters surrounding the museum. The project, which is the last step of the rehabilitation cycle before the marine animals are released back into the sea, is an extension of the EAD’s Wildlife Rescue Program  in partnership with The National Aquarium, in line... Read More

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