The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Embassy of Lithuania to strengthen cultural cooperation through joint programmes and initiatives.
DCT Abu Dhabi hosted a delegation from the Lithuanian Embassy to celebrate 30 years of strong bilateral relations between the UAE and Lithuania, and to discuss ways to increase cooperation across several cultural fields.
Saeed Al Fazari, Executive Director for... Read More
Ring in 2022 with a memorable New Year’s Eve exclusive celebration on 31 December hosted by M Premiere, Undisputed and BY.
Don’t miss the chance to absorb the beauty of the main night of the year with the most elegant guests at Burj Al Arab. The grandiose event will feature: the red carpet ceremony and cocktail reception at atrium of Sahn Eddar lounge, the gourmet dinner orchestrated by the Michelin-starred Chefs, a special program of the charismatic showman and singer Artur Pirozhkov... Read More
Expo 2020 Dubai visit numbers have increased significantly to a total of 7,167,591 visits in the period up to 20 December, as organisers continue to maintain robust COVID-19 measures, ensuring a safe and exceptional event for all attending.
The largest major global event to be held since the start of the pandemic, Expo 2020’s latest COVID-19 measures include the expansion of the number of on-site PCR testing facilities to four, and free testing for all Country Pavilion staff. While... Read More
Ras Al Khaimah’s work environment has entered a new and exciting era with the launching of Compass Coworking Centre, a vibrant community hotspot managed by Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone. The centre welcomes SMEs, entrepreneurs, start-ups, students and freelancers aiming to switch up the way they work.
Compass Coworking Centre offers a plug n’ play experience with functional amenities that help its members get the most out of a working day. It features open workspaces, for individuals... Read More
With the most wonderful time of the year officially upon us, Jumeirah Group is unleashing oodles of festive cheer across its hotels and culinary hotspots to create a truly captivating experience for all.
From twinkling interiors and awe-inspiring displays to an enchanting winter wonderland, festive feasts, turkey takeaways and everything in between, there is an array of magical moments to be had this winter season. So, dust off your Santa hat, dig out your ... Read More
UAE guests and local residents have the opportunity to get acquainted with traditional Moscow cuisine. The menu was developed by two metropolitan chefs – Maxim Tarusin and Evgeny Vikentiev. They offered their Dubai colleagues to cook Olivier with poultry, kulebyaka with salmon, author’s jellied meat, cold borscht, fire cutlets, as well as a dessert from Tomsk porcini mushrooms and other dishes.
As the deputy mayor of Moscow said Natalia Sergunina, a gastronomic project – part of a... Read More
The United Arab Emirates is slashing its official working week to four-and-a-half days and moving its weekend to Saturday and Sunday in a major shift aimed at improving competitiveness, officials said on Tuesday.
The "national working week" is mandatory for government bodies from January 1 and bucks the regional norm of a full day-off on Friday for Muslim prayers.
While becoming the only Gulf country not to have a Friday-Saturday weekend, the resource-rich and ambitious UAE now... Read More
Celebrating the UAE’s Golden Jubiliee of the country’s 50th anniversary, Hilton Ras Al Khaimah Beach Resort hosted the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs on Friday, November 26, 2021. Bringing together VIPs, hospitality leaders and key members of the Chaîne des Rôtisseurs guild.
The black-tie event paid homage to the UAE and the growth of its sustainable agricultural endeavours, animal husbandry and sea farming. The gourmet menu featured items grown and produced in the UAE.
In line with... Read More
Expo 2020 Dubai has seen a staggering 5,663,960 visits up to 5 December, since it first opened on 1 October, with recent figures buoyed by the UAE’s Golden Jubilee festivities, as well as a raft of spectacular sport, music and cultural performances. During October and November, a total of 5,383 government leaders, including ministers, presidents, prime ministers and heads of state, have graced the Expo site to speak at official events or celebrate their nation’s Expo National Day, with Expo... Read More
Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), Dubai Watch Week will see the global watch industry reunite for the fifth edition of the event from 24th to 28th November 2021.
Founded by Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons in 2015, the largest and most prominent non-commercial watch event in the Middle East has confirmed the presence of over 45 leading watch brands — the highest number... Read More