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Expo 2020 Dubai’ visits surge to 20.8 million with nine days to go
22 Mar 2022
Expo 2020 Dubai visitors are saying #ThanksToExpo, with visit numbers soaring to 20,819,155, after crossing the 20-million threshold earlier this week.
From Expo 2020 Dubai’s crown jewel, Al Wasl dome, to water feature Surreal, the stellar entertainment line-up and fascinating pavilions of the 192 participating countries, visitors have been moved by how the largest global gathering of its kind since the start of the pandemic has brought together people from across the world in one... Read More
More than 30,000 hotel rooms under development in Saudi Arabia to welcome returning pilgrims
22 Mar 2022
A total of 32,621 hotel rooms are currently under construction in Saudi Arabia, as the kingdom prepares to meet pent-up demand from pilgrims returning to its holy cities. That’s according to the latest research from STR, commissioned by Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) from Monday 9 to Thursday 12 May.
The analysts found that the country’s revenue per available room (RevPAR) recovery index stands at 52 percent, noting that the... Read More
Abdullah bin Zayed meets Russian Foreign Minister in Moscow
20 Mar 2022
Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, met on Thursday with Sergey Lavrov, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation, in Moscow. They discussed cooperation between the two countries and ways to enhance the bilateral strategic partnership in various fields.
They exchanged views on key developments and challenges concerning security and stability in the Middle East and Africa.
The two officials then discussed... Read More
Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Dubai Launches Exclusive Spa Offers for March
07 Mar 2022
During this month featuring Mother’s Day and International Women’s Day, Nikki Spa will invite guests to enjoy two spa offers which have been carefully curated for a fully immersive, unwinding experience. Known for its barefoot luxury atmosphere, guests can spend a day soaking up the sun, with their toes in the sand, gazing over the magnificent Pearl Jumeirah coastline, enjoying all that Nikki Spa has to offer.gg
Treat someone special to an unforgettable spa-cation at Nikki Beach... Read More
Documentary about Expo 2020 Dubai’s development, from concept to completion
01 Mar 2022
The story of Expo 2020 Dubai, from concept to completion, is the subject of a new documentary, Expo 2020: Shaping the Future, made in partnership with the Discovery Channel, that received its premiere in an exclusive screening at the site on Monday (28 January).
Running 40 minutes, the film follows the stories of key people involved in bringing Expo 2020 to life, covering such topics as innovation and sustainability, construction and design, and discovering how organisers responded to... Read More
Bazaar Club brings Beirut nostalgia to Dubai
01 Mar 2022
A new unique dining and entertainment venue BAZAAR has officially opened its doors in Meydan, Dubai – Bringing a one-of-a-kind Middle Eastern flair to the city’s nightlife scene.
A nostalgic staple in the Beirut night scene, BAZAAR started off as a popular themed night at one of Beirut’s most popular clubs, Caprice, which shortly after became infamous for its retro feel-good vibes and electric feels. Now, with the launch of its Dubai venue, guests can expect an... Read More
Celebrate International Women’s Day at Expo 2020
25 Feb 2022
In anticipation of International Women’s Day, a global line-up of exceptional artists and female-led bands are set to enthral Expo 2020 Dubai visitors during a two-day music festival from 6-7 March.
In collaboration with Dignified Storytelling and the Expo 2020 Dubai Women’s Pavilion in collaboration with Cartier, ‘We, The Women’ brings together international female artists from diverse backgrounds for a unique weekend gathering at Expo 2020 Dubai’s Festival Garden, under the theme “... Read More
Museum of the Future opens in Dubai
24 Feb 2022
Dubai has opened the “Museum of the Future” (MOTF) on the historically significant palindrome date, February 22, 2022 – and it’s being billed as the most high-tech and beauteous attraction in the country, if not the entire planet.
Located next to the Emirates Towers on Sheikh Zayed Road, the museum signifies a peek into the world 50 years from now, exhibiting and predicting how next-generation solutions — from artificial intelligence to augmented reality and identifying potential... Read More
“Russia: Her Style and Soul” Fashion Exhibition Opens at Alserkal Avenue Dubai
18 Feb 2022
The first edition of heritage Russian fashion exhibition ‘RUSSIA: HER STYLE AND SOUL’ has opened, at The Concrete, Alserkal Avenue, attended by Alserkal Group Founder Abdelmonem Bin Eisa Alserkal and officially opened by Consul General of the Russian Federation in Dubai and Northern Emirates Mr Oleg Fomin. The exhibit, running February 17-19 allows visitors a rare chance to see unique historical accessories, clothes and costumes from the 18th – 21st centuries.
“It is my passion to... Read More
Sharjah Light Festival 2022
14 Feb 2022
Al Majaz Waterfront, the Holy Quran Academy, and Sharjah University City Hall are three of the architectural landmarks selected as the backdrop for artistic light shows as Sharjah Light Festival 2022 continues to dazzle visitors with displays illuminating the emirate’s attractions, shedding light on its history and authentic Islamic architectural heritage, and showcasing Sharjah’s aspirations for the future.
With light shows scheduled to continue across the emirate until February 20,... Read More
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