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UAE leads spa tourism in region
20 Dec 2015
Hotel and city spas see rise in popularity for services among residents
20 December 2015
The UAE is leading spa tourism in the Middle East and North Africa region (Mena) with visitor numbers set to double by 2017, the Global Wellness Institute (GWI) has reported.
The GWI has identified the Mena region as the second fastest-growing market in the world for spas, behind Sub-Saharan Africa, with "growth powerhouse" UAE set to add just under one million trips from 2012-'17... Read More
UAE to take over as chair of Kimberley Process on Jan. 1
20 Dec 2015
The Kimberley Process seeks to root out ‘conflict diamonds’
20 December 2015
On January 1, the UAE takes over as chair of the Kimberley Process, which is an important global working group in the diamond industry dedicated to stopping the trade of conflict diamonds,
Ahmad Bin Sulayem is the UAE’s representative in the Kimberley Process and once he becomes chair his three priorities are to improve the organisation’s growth and reach, strengthen the ties between industry,... Read More
Dubai Duty Free marks 32nd anniversary on 20th Dec. 2015 with 25% discount up to midnight!
20 Dec 2015
In what has become an annual shopping spree celebration, Dubai Duty Free will offer a special 25% discount on a wide range of products over three days starting from the 18th of December until the 20th to mark its 32nd anniversary celebration.
20 December 2015
The Anniversary weekend also coincides with what the airport authorities expect to be the busiest days of travel at Dubai International Airport. The 25% discount offer will be available for all departing, transiting and... Read More
21st edition of Dubai Shopping Festival to unveil 'exceptional' experiences
17 Dec 2015
With the retail sector continuing to be DSF's main pillar, the latest edition will see the 32 days of the festival being divided into four weekly segments.17 December 2015
The 21st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival will be back from January 1 to February 1 with a new look that will highlight DSF as the world's best shopping experience.
Organised by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of Dubai's Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM... Read More
Iconic Korloff Noir Black diamond on display in Dubai
17 Dec 2015
To mark the occasion, Daniel Paillasseur, managing partner of Korloff Paris, unveiled the legendary Korloff Noir Black diamond, the world's largest known black diamond.17 December, 2015
Korloff Paris, a jewellery group with 50 boutiques worldwide and more than 450 points of sale, reopened its Dubai Mall outlet on Wednesday after renovation.
To mark the occasion, Daniel Paillasseur, managing partner of Korloff Paris, unveiled the legendary Korloff Noir Black diamond, the world... Read More
DP World to invest $1.9 billion in China
15 Dec 2015
DP World is investing $1.9 billion in China, His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, announced on Twitter on Tuesday.
15 December 2015
Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed is in China on an official visit.
On Tuesday, Shaikh Mohammad Bin Zayed received at his Shanghai residence the mayor of Shanghai to "discuss bolstering bilateral cooperation".
Earlier on Tuesday, he visited the ... Read More
Dubai named World's Leading Destination in 2015
15 Dec 2015
Dubai came out on top for the third year in a row and fifth time in history as the World's Leading Destination
15 December 2015
Recently named the most desirable place to be for New Year's eve, Dubai has scooped yet another travel award...
For the third year in a row, Dubai has been crowned the World's Leading Destination during the recent World Travel Awards 2015. Beating the likes of London and Las Vegas, as well as up-and-coming destinations like Cape Town and the... Read More
Swarovski Unveils The Sparkling Festive Tree Exclusively At The Dubai Mall
14 Dec 2015
Making the everyday extraordinary is Swarovski’s commitment. In this will to always surprise and delight, Swarovski does not only bring its distinctive touch of sparkle to its collection of fashion jewelry and accessories, but also to the symbol of the festive season. Swarovski has indeed for some time now, embellished Festive Trees all over the world.
For the first time in the GCC, Swarovski brings a Festive Tree in Dubai, at The Dubai Mall Star Atrium, from December 11th to December... Read More
UAE and China create US$10 billion strategic investment fund
14 Dec 2015
(WAM) -- In the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, and Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, an agreement has been signed to launch a US$10 billion strategic co-investment fund, which will further strengthen the economic and political ties between the two nations.
The agreement, which was signed during an official visit to China by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed... Read More
Mubadala Petroleum and China National Petroleum Corporation Sign Co-operation Agreement
14 Dec 2015
Abu Dhabi: 14 December, 2015, Mubadala Petroleum and China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) have signed an agreement, in the presence of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces, to foster greater co-operation between the two companies in the oil and gas exploration and production sector.
The non-binding strategic co-operation agreement was signed during a ceremony in Beijing by His... Read More
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