Inaugural Abu Dhabi Tourism and Data Analytics Forum concludes
ABU DHABI, 15th December, 2019 — The inaugural Abu Dhabi Tourism and Data Analytics Forum, organised by the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, DCT Abu Dhabi, concluded today following a packed schedule of keynote speeches, panel discussions…
New cinema-themed hotel to open in Dubai
Dubai: Majid Al Futtaim and Marriott International on Thursday announced plans to launch the region’s first cinema-themed hotel concept, which will feature cinematic-themed rooms and an outdoor VOX cinema. A statement from the Dubai-based owner and operator of shopping malls…
Emirates win best cabin crew at World Travel Awards
Dubai: Emirates cabin crew has been named the world’s leading cabin crew for 2019 at the World Travel Awards. The airline also picked up the award for world’s leading airline in economy class. Adel Al Redha, Emirates’ Chief Operating Officer…
Iconic Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi to be managed by Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group
ABU DHABI, 16th December 2019 – Emirates Palace Company, EPCO, has announced that Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group will take over management of the iconic Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi, from the 1st of January 2020. Upon signature of the agreement, Mohamed…
Dubai’s tourism volumes surge to over 12 million
DUBAI: surge in arrivals over the summer months accelerated Dubai’s tourism momentum, as the city welcomed 12.08 million international overnight visitors in the first nine months of 2019, according to the latest visitation figures released by Dubai’s Department of Tourism…
Mohammed bin Rashid inspects preparations for Dubai Airshow 2019
DUBAI, 16th November, 2019 (WAM) — His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, today made an onsite tour of the Dubai Airshow 2019 to inspect the preparations for the big event…
Al Mahatta Sharjah, highlights history of aviation in Gulf Region
SHARJAH, 25th October, 2019 — Sharjah Air Station ‘Al Mahatta Museum’ highlights the history of aviation in the UAE and the Gulf Region. The museum first opened its doors in 2000, and since then, it has been the repository of…
Educational tours set to wow students at EXPO 2020
DUBAI, 10th November, 2019 (WAM) — Schools across the UAE can now sign up their students to explore a world of possibilities at Expo 2020 Dubai, with the launch of an online dedicated booking system for a series of specially…
Islamic New Year holiday for private sector in UAE
ABU DHABI, 19th August, 2019 — Marking the beginning of the Islamic New Year, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation has declared Muharram 1st, 1441, an official holiday with full pay for all private sector employees in the UAE….
Half million travelers to arrive in Dubai from 20th August to early September
DUBAI, 20th August, 2019 — Travel is expected to reach an all-time high in the upcoming weeks for Emirates Airlines, as the carrier expects yet another busy period with travelers arriving into Dubai after the summer holidays and Eid breaks….
Middle East’s first dinosaur skeleton auction initial value of AED 14 million to be held in Dubai
DUBAI,16th August 2019 (WAM) – A massive 155-million-year-old dinosaur skeleton will be up for grabs for lovers of rare collectibles as Emirates Auction announced it will organize the Middle East’s first auction to sell the giant dinosaur skeleton. The online…
Liwa To Protect wild plants
LIWA, 15th August, 2019 — The Liwa City Services Division launched a range of initiatives to protect wild plants in the desert and promote cultivation of the rare desert plants found in Liwa. The initiatives included the establishment of a…
Spectrum of the Seas anchors into Port Rashid
Dubai recently welcomed the innovative cruise ship ‘Spectrum of the Seas’ into Port Rashid, marking its debut into the Arabian Gulf. A traditional ‘Plaques and Keys Exchange’ ceremony was hosted on board in the presence of the ship’s captain and…
Shortest, longest fasting days in UAE during Ramadan 2019
The Islamic Affairs and Charitable Activities Department at Government of Dubai called on all residents of Burj Khalifa and other tall towers to mind the time difference depending on the floor they are living on. Apparently, it has become a…
