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World artists to converge at World Art Dubai 2016 from April 6 to 9 at DWTC

World artists to converge at World Art Dubai 2016 from April 6 to 9 at DWTC

03 Apr 2016

More than 140 prominent local, regional and international galleries and artists will be featured at the show

World Art Dubai 2016 is preparing to present a plethora of multinational artists to showcase their individual work and to connect them with art lovers from all kinds of cultural and social backgrounds.

The four-day event, taking place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from April 6 to 9, will bring in artists from all walks of life each with their own unique story and... Read More

Russia's defending champions aim for a hat-trick at 26th edition of Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

Russia's defending champions aim for a hat-trick at 26th edition of Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge

03 Apr 2016

A powerful line-up of 166 competitors from 36 countries have assembled at Yas Marina Circuit.

The eyes of the cross country rallying world are on the UAE capital again as yet another spectacular episode of the Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge took off at 3pm on Saturday.

The Desert Challenge is organised by the Automobile and Touring Club of the UAE, the national motor sport authority.

The 26th edition of the event got under way with a super special spectator stage at Al... Read More

Jumeirah Al Naseem will breeze into Dubai this summer!

Jumeirah Al Naseem will breeze into Dubai this summer!

31 Mar 2016

Jumeirah Al naseem, Madinat Jumeirah's newest hotel will open during summer 2016, marking the completion of one of the world’s leading luxury resorts.

With construction of the 430-room ‘resort within a resort’ well underway, reservations are now open from 29 March 2016 for stays after 1 October 2016.

Arabic for ‘sea breeze’, the name ‘Al Naseem’ reflects both the unrivalled location of the hotel and the unique inside-out design, which evokes a sense of calm and relaxation for... Read More

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab opens new gold bar on highest floor

Dubai’s Burj Al Arab opens new gold bar on highest floor

31 Mar 2016

Gold on 27 will offer an array of specialised cocktails

Dubai-based luxury hotel Burj Al Arab will open a new ‘gold’ bar on its highest floor next week.

Gold On 27 will feature an art deco design with textured walls ‘shimmering’ with gold and crafted lighting effects.

The bar will offer an array of specialised cocktails blended with premium brands and a wide list of ingredients with the team of mixologists headed up by bar general manager Paul Bradley.

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Dubai Airports introduces passenger service fee of Dhs 35

31 Mar 2016

Charge applies to departing flights after June 30, booked after March 1

Passengers flying out of Dubai’s airports will now pay Dh35 along with airline fare and other airport charges, the Dubai Media Office said in a statement yesterday.

The service fee has been introduced to help finance the expansion of Dubai International and Al Maktoum International at Dubai World Central (DWC), according to the statement.

The fee for “using airport facilities” will be added to all... Read More

HTC partners with Jaguar Style Stakes to celebrate Style & Creativity

30 Mar 2016

HTC Corporation, a proud sponsor of the region’s most anticipated fashion event, the Jaguar Style Stakes, rewarded the most stylish men and women at the Dubai World Cup 2016. The global leader in mobile innovation and design sponsored three of the event’s main categories.

The HTC winners included Romain Zouhri and Charlotte Taylor, the Best Dressed Couple; Nader Tearab, who won the Best Dressed Man; Shaleen Alena Cheah, the Best Dressed Lady and LaToyah Asha, Best Dressed Lady runner-... Read More

Ajman launches Ride Ajman 2016

Ajman launches Ride Ajman 2016

29 Mar 2016

The Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD) has teamed up with the emirate’s newest luxury flagship hotel, Fairmont Ajman and Ajman Bank to announce the emirate’s first cycling competition named Ride Ajman to be held on April 22, 2016.

The announcement was made today at a press conference in Fairmont Ajman attended by organizers and sponsors of the event where preparations and plans are revealed to ensure the success of the event.

Sheikh Abdullah Bin Ahmed Al Nuaimi, son of... Read More

The Big Spring Clearance Sale kicks off on Thursday 31 March at Dubai World Trade Centre

The Big Spring Clearance Sale kicks off on Thursday 31 March at Dubai World Trade Centre

29 Mar 2016

Get up to 90 % off from over 50 top international brands at 3-day retail event upto 2 April 2016; Chance to win two daily prizes of AED 5,000 and Dodge Challenger on last day

The Big Spring Clearance Sale, a new retail event organized by the Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), an agency of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), kicks off on Thursday, 31 March with discounts up to 90 % from over 50 international brands.

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Longines timed the prestigious races of the Dubai World Cup

Longines timed the prestigious races of the Dubai World Cup

28 Mar 2016

Being the Official Timekeeper of all events organized by the Meydan Group, Longines is proud to have been timing the races of the Dubai World Cup. The Swiss watch brand is also glad to be the partner of a highlight of the day, the Dubai Sheema Classic presented by Longines. Andrea Atzeni, riding Postponed, won this Group 1 race open to thoroughbreds. The owner, trainer and jockey of the winning horse were each rewarded with a Longines watch by Walter von Känel, President of Longines.

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Maraya Art Centre presents an evening of Experimental Music & Sound Art with ‘Tse Tse Fly Middle East’

Maraya Art Centre presents an evening of Experimental Music & Sound Art with ‘Tse Tse Fly Middle East’

28 Mar 2016

First event of its kind to be held on Al Noor Island in Sharjah is Free to Attend and open to public

In association with the Maraya Art Centre, TseTse Fly Middle East will curate an evening of sound art and experimental music on Al Noor Island, Sharjah. The evening event will feature a selection of curated sound art with visuals that will be projected onto a screen on the island, followed by individual live sound art performances from members of the TseTse Fly artist collective.

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