UAE News
Dubai Parks and Etisalat plan world’s first smart theme park
13 Jan 2016
Collaboration will see smart functionality integrated into Dubai Parks and Resorts' upcoming leisure destination
13 January 2016
Theme park company Dubai Parks and Resorts has announced a collaboration with UAE telco Etisalat to integrate smart technology into its upcoming development.
Under the deal, functionality including radio frequency identification wristbands and smart apps, ticketing, parking and kiosks will be integrated into the theme park.
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Etihad Airways’ passenger numbers grow by 17% in 2015
13 Jan 2016
The airline carried around 17.4 million passengers last year 13 January 2016Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways said that it carried around 17.4 million passengers last year, up by 17 per cent from 2014.
Etihad and its equity partners accounted for 84 per cent of all traffic from Abu Dhabi International Airport in 2015, while Etihad alone carried 75 per cent of traffic.
The carrier said codeshare and equity partnerships delivered more than five million passengers to its flights... Read More
Dubai Shopping Festival brings one-of-a-kind ‘Fashion On Ice’ show in collaboration with Galeries Lafayette at Dubai Ice Rink
13 Jan 2016
Region’s first fashion extravaganza on ice on 17 Jan features professional ice-skating models
Dubai Shopping Festival is bringing to visitors a dramatic one-of-a- kind fashion extravaganza, its ‘Fashion on Ice’ show on 17 January in collaboration with Galeries Lafayette at the Dubai Ice Rink in The Dubai Mall.
The spectacular performance featuring models, who are also professional ice-skaters, will help Unwrap The Best Of Style at the array of Apparel and Fashion-themed... Read More
The first map of Dubai's District Addressing System includes 14 districts and list of communities under each of them
13 Jan 2016
Finding locations in Dubai gets easier with new address system
13 January 2016
Giving your address and finding locations using guide signs in Dubai just got easier, with communities in the emirate now divided under 14 districts.
The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) on Tuesday released the first map of Dubai's District Addressing System that includes 14 districts and the list of communities under each of them.
People will now have to familiarise themselves with... Read More
Dubai Food Festival 2016 on course to be biggest yet
13 Jan 2016
Launching on February 25 for 10 days, the all-new Dubai Restaurant Week will see 30 of the city's best fine-dining restaurants offer a three-course set menu at Dhs189 per person.
13 January 2016
The Dubai Food Festival will aim to set the culinary world alight when it returns on February 25 with a city-wide showcase of the emirate's gastronomic offering to thousands of visitors from across the region. The 2016 Festival promises a packed 17-day... Read More
Messi to be first Global Ambassador for Dubai Expo 2020
13 Jan 2016
Announcement comes after star pledged his future to Barcelona after winning fifth Ballon d’Or
13 January 2016
Dubai: Lionel Messi has been announced as the first Global Ambassador for Dubai’s World Expo, taking on an international role as a champion for Expo 2020 Dubai.
Messi won the coveted Ballon d’Or for a record fifth time on Monday night, capping an outstanding 2015 for the genius No.10 who was a vital part of the Barcelona team that claimed five trophies last year... Read More
Global Village hits 2.2 million mark close to eight weeks after opening
12 Jan 2016
Global Village scores 9 on Guest Happiness Index this season Smart initiatives ensure highest level of guest satisfaction Attraction witnesses 17,700 followers on Twitter; 60,200 followers on Instagram and 130,500 likes on Facebook New and enhanced lineup of over 12,000 cultural and entertainment shows Emirati entrepreneurs benefit from special incentives for their businessDubai, 11 Jan 2016: Global Village, the leading family cultural, shopping and entertainment destination in the... Read More
Dubai Shopping Festival presents ‘Fashiontainment’ at Mall of the Emirates in collaboration with Etoile ‘La boutique’
12 Jan 2016
OMI, star of global hits Cheerleader and Hula Hoop to perform at a unique fusion of fashion and entertainment
Jamaican American singer, OMI, well known for his hit songs ‘Cheerleader’ and ‘Hula Hoop’ will be the star attraction at Fashion Central, a style platform featuring fashion-related activations, as part of the wide range of Apparel and Fashion-themed events at the current edition of Dubai Shopping Festival, which runs until 1 February.
OMI will perform 15 January at 6:... Read More
Region’s renowned singer Balqees brings glitz and glamour to DSF at exclusive dinner by Korloff
12 Jan 2016
Function at Korloff Boutique, The Dubai Mall highlight of DSF’s Gold and Jewellery Theme
Luxury jewellery, watch and accessories brand, Korloff hosted an exclusive dinner at their boutique in The Dubai Mall on 11 January that was attended by several distinguished guests including Arab celebrity and the region’s renowned singer Balqees, who was the Guest of Honour, along with some of the brand’s high-profile customers.
The special dinner was arranged by Korloff as part of the... Read More
Dubai Shopping Festival to offer unique family treat with “Disney’s Sparkling Frozen Forest”
12 Jan 2016
Ice rink at CITY WALK to host first of its kind activation in Dubai based on the animated film from 21-30 Jan
The 21st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival presents an innovative activation –“Disney’s Sparkling Frozen Forest”, based on the critically acclaimed movie, offering a special treat for families and children visiting CITY WALK a dynamic outdoor destination by Meraas from 21 – 30 January.
A strikingly unique combination of beautifully aesthetic and interactive... Read More
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