23 January 2016
Dubai-based port operator DP World and the Russian Direct Investment Fund have launched a joint venture to develop ports, transportation and logistics infrastructure in Russia.
Signed on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the deal will give DP World an 80 percent stake in the new company, while the Russian government-backed fund will hold the remainder, news agency WAM reported.
The company will be called DP World Russia and... Read More
Double your chances to win the prize of your lifetime this DSF
Visitors seeking to hit the lucky trail and win a life-changing prize during the current edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival can get closer to realizing their dreams – spend AED 200 to buy a ticket for the daily Infiniti Mega Raffle and get one free coupon to enter the daily Nissan Grand Raffle draw, giving the lucky shopper the chance to win an incredible combination of mega prizes.
This astonishing offer, ... Read More
Hermès, the luxury French House, opened the doors of its exceptional Wanderland exhibition to the public from 22 January onwards showcasing the beauty of the brand’s collection throughout the centuries. HH Sheikh Mansour Bin Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum graced the glamorous event, which made its debut in... Read More
The Dubai Shopping Festival entertains and amuses its audience every day with unique activations and shows – from amazing acrobatics through to surreal fantasy, the 21st edition of DSF is keeping shoppers entertained with unique experiences throughout its 32-day festival.
Award winning American show, Le PeTIT CiRqUe, is putting on three shows during DSF 2016; one of them is the ‘Imaginary World’ which will go on until the 24th of January. Children in the audience, as well as adults,... Read More
Strong showing by key economic sectors in first half of DSF 2016
H.E. Laila Suhail: DSF plays a significant role in strengthening Dubai’s position as a global destination for shopping and tourism Gold and Jewellery sector projects 20-25% increase in sales Shopping malls across Dubai enjoy up to 12% growth in business Dubai’s electronics sector witnesses 15-20% rise in sales 15 % increase in automotive sector Carpet Oasis achieves AED44 million in sales High occupancy levels at hotels... Read More573 hotels in region’s development pipeline, according to report by STR Global
20 January 2016
Dubai: The hotel development pipeline in the Middle East and Africa includes 573 hotels with 137,193 rooms as of March this year, according to the latest report by STR Global, a hotel research firm.
This year is expected to see the opening of 125 hotels with 27,775 rooms, as per the report. The unaffiliated segment is likely to add 7,803 rooms in 30 hotels, followed by the... Read More
Iconic hotel will get a luxury 10,000 sqm deck that will fan 100m into the Arabian Gulf
20 January 2016
Dubai: Jumeirah Group’s luxury Burj Al Arab hotel in Dubai is adding a deck, according to a company statement on Wednesday.
The private luxury North Deck will cover 10,000 square metres and will fan 100 metres out into the Arabian Gulf. It is due to open in the second quarter of 2016.
The deck has been developed by marine construction experts ADMARES at a... Read More
The Dubai Shopping Festival is in full swing and the exciting atmosphere has reached the Dragon Mart, the largest trading hub for Chinese products outside mainland China. Shoppers have over 4,000 different stores to make their way through and find tons of great products – from stationary and clothes, all the way to heavy duty machinery and tools. There is something for everyone at Dragon Mart in Dubai.
UAE and GCC residents flock to Dragon Mart to find the best deals around,... Read More
Dubai Shopping Festival’s 21st edition is shining brightly with a unique and glamorous activation – the Street Runways - that has moved high-end fashion into the streets of Dubai.
The inaugural Street Runway, the first fashion show of its kind in the region, was held in the historical district... Read More
Shoppers at Mall of the Emirates during the Dubai Shopping Festival can expect to be taken on a fantastic and chilly Arctic expedition with the ‘Adventures of the North Pole’ stage show. Audiences have been captivated by the amazing acrobats and ballet dancers which are part of the show.
The stage show, which will take place until 23 January, tells the story of a young girl with an amazing voice making her way to the North Pole, telling of the amazing encounters she has along the way... Read More