Fill your bags with Emirates

SHOPPERS can fly higher with this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) thanks to a special offer from Emirates, the world’s largest international airline. Economy class ticket holders can enjoy additional baggage allowance on return flights during the biggest shopping festival of the year, running until 2 February. 

Emirates passengers booked on an Economy class round-trip ticket to #Dubai can shop without limits, and return home with the latest fashion bargains at no extra costs incurred, affirming Dubai #Shopping Festival as the city’s most generous mega sale.

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Fly into Abu Dhabi F1 in style

WHY drive when you can fly in style to the Abu Dhabi F1 this weekend? Book your helicopter shuttle transfer between Dubai and Abu Dhabi from the 23rd till 25th November with FLYHIGH Dubai Helicopter Services by Alpha Destination Management. 

The service is available every hour from 8am till 2am. If travellers would like to fly to the heart of YAS Island to beat the traffic jams, then they can opt for the most exclusive and rapid helicopter service in the UAE: less than 30 minutes trip to reach the destination enjoying the stunning aerial views of Dubai.

Prices start at AED 2900 per person per way. Below are the rates per 1 way, inclusive of 5% VAT. All prices include free transfers from YAS Links to Yas Marina Circuit and free beverages at Atlantis The Palm Helipad.

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The World's largest observation wheel

SINCE Ain Dubai, the world’s largest observation wheel, first made its appearance off the coast of #Dubai Marina, it has captured the imagination of the city. Making its presence felt, this new landmark-in-the-making has drawn attention to Bluewaters, the island #destination by Meraas that has opened its doors to visitors.

For visitors keen to get up-close to Ain Dubai and marvel at the spectacular engineering feat that forms the destination’s centrepiece, Bluewaters will provide access to awe-inspiring sights at its base. 

At 250 metres, it is taller than the 167-metre High Roller in Las Vegas and the 190-metre New York Wheel planned for Staten Island. Ain Dubai will carry up to 1,400 passengers at a time in its 48 double-glazed capsules, offering unforgettable 360-degree views of Dubai. Each leg of the observation wheel stands at a height of 126 metres and is long enough to fit 15 London buses.

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Festive experiences and year-end celebrations in Dubai

EMAAR Hospitality Group is all set to mark the festive season and welcome the New Year with an unparalleled array of extraordinary #festive experiences and sensational year-end events in the heart of #Dubai.

The incredible host of celebrations include over 100 offerings at more than 15 destinations across the city, to offer residents and visitors a truly delightful holiday season.

Offering the best of Dubai, visitors and residents can explore diverse offers under the five easy-to-navigate categories - Festive Season, New Year's Eve, Corporate Events, Festive Treats and Stays at http://www.myfestivedubai.com.

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Emirates lands in Edinburgh

EMIRATES has celebrated the inaugural flight of its new service between Dubai and Edinburgh.

The Emirates Boeing 777-300ER touched down in the Scottish capital on October 2, making #Edinburgh the airline’s second destination in #Scotland and the eighth in the United Kingdom.


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Uber and Emirates partner up

UBER, the world’s leading ride-sharing app and Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, have announced an exclusive partnership that will provide Emirates passengers visiting Dubai from select international countries with discounted airport rides. 

The collaborative offer will see visitors to Dubai from Australia, Egypt, France, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa avail special offers from Uber on bookings made between 26 September to 10 December 2018. 

To avail the special offers, travellers will need to book an Emirates Economy Flex or Economy Flex Plus fare on flights from Australia, Egypt, France, Saudi Arabia, South Africa to Dubai via the Emirates website,www.emirates.com.au during the promotional period.

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Dubai a global cruise tourism hub

THE cruise industry has long boasted of its value compared to land vacations. And now according to a new report from Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry, cruise tourism is one of the fastest-growing segments of Dubai’s tourism industry with the city being among the world’s leading winter cruise destinations. 

The global cruise industry continues to grow rapidly with 27 million cruisers expected in 2018. By 2030 more than 40 million people worldwide will travel on cruise ships annually. #Dubai is well-placed to be a global cruise tourism hub. 

According to Cruise Arabia and Africa, the number of cruise passengers in Dubai increased to 625,000 in the 2016/2017 season compared to 320,000 in the 2013/2014 cruise season representing a 95 per cent growth rate. Over the next cruise season 2018/2019, the tourism board of Dubai expects to see 725,000 cruise tourists and 825,000 cruise tourists in the 2019/2020 season.

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Best golf destinations for November

WHEN it comes to choosing the best destinations for golf this November, a few places really stand out. Here is a brief look at 3 fabulous November 2018 destinations for golf.

Playa del Carmen: Mayakoba Golf Classic - The Mayakoba Golf Classic is not just the centerpiece of the PGA Tour and golf but at the same time, it is also a cultural attraction for people who are thinking of visiting Mexico this November.  The Mayakoba Golf Classic was first introduced in the year 2007 and since then it has contributed millions of dollars to different charities and philanthropic causes. It has also contributed to the welfare of communities including the Playa del Carmen. This classic is going to be held from November 5th to November 11th 2018. 

Dubai: DP World Tour Championship - The DP World Tour Championship will be held in Dubai from November 15th to November 18th 2018. This is a top golf destination if only because it gives you an excellent opportunity to watch the top sixty European Tour players compete in the last event of the Race to Dubai. General admission to this tournament won’t cost you anything though you may have to undergo pre-registration for free fast-track entry tickets.

Antalya, Turkey: European Tour Turkish Airlines Open, Regnum Carya Golf and Spa Resort - The Turkish Airlines Open takes place from the 1st of November to 4th November 2018. The 2017 winner Justin Rose will be defending his title, and this event also happens to be the sixth Rolex Series event of the European Tour of 2018. The total prize money at this event is seven million dollars and in addition, this event is also the most exciting tournament to be added to the 2018 European Tour.

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Certificate of Excellence for Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai

MILLENNIUM Airport Hotel Dubai and three of its restaurants – Da Vinci’s, Cactus Jacks and Biggles Pub – have been awarded with TripAdvisor 2018 Certificate of Excellence. 

 Biggles has been Dubai’s favourite British pub for over 20 years, known for its excellent food and live entertainment. This award winning British bar decorated in WWII aviation-themed memorabilia is not only an ideal venue for night entertainment but also a sports pub with 17 screens for ultimate viewing of your favourite sport.

Equally successful is Da Vinci’s that opened in 1989 and was the 3rd Italian restaurant in Dubai. Since then, the outlet flourished quickly picking up numerous culinary awards, including ‘Dubai’s Favourite Italian Restaurant’.

Cactus Jacks is one of the most popular Latino restaurants in Dubai serving Latino food and late night “fiestas” daily. The outlet is known for its famous frozen margaritas and mojitos. The outlet has been awarded as well as Best Mexican Restaurant last year.

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Desert daredevils

A Dubai based company has established itself as the go-to desert safari tour operator in the city. Desert Safari Rides provides enchanting tour packages to UAE locals and tourists, who are looking to enjoy a trip through the marvelous #Dubai desert.

The company’s tour packages include morning, evening, and overnight safaris, which last anywhere between four to 16 hours, with the latter duration referring to the overnight package. Desert Safari Rides’ experienced drivers pick up safari participants from their hotels, and take them on a thrilling ride through the desert, in one of the company’s SUVs.

During the safari, participants who wish to can enjoy a rhythmic camel ride, surf boarding or adrenaline-rushing quad biking, in the scenic Dubai desert backdrop.



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World's highest football live scoreboard

THE iconic Burj Khalifa by global developer Emaar Properties in #Dubai, which has the world's tallest LED panel installed on its façade, is now the world's highest #Football Live Scoreboard.

With the finals drawing close, visitors and residents can keep up to date with the scorecards of the matches at the world's most popular football championship that are now relayed on to the LED screen of Burj Khalifa.

Featuring the flag of the goal-scoring nation as well, the scoreboard is updated in real-time for football lovers to catch up with the action set against the backdrop of The Dubai Fountain, the world's tallest performing fountain. A true celebration in light, the Football Live Scoreboard has been the centre of attention of all, since the world championship event started in June.



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Up in the air . . .

EMIRATES has launched a second daily flight between Dubai and #Prague, to meet the increasing demand for travel on the route.

Emirates has been serving the Czech market since 2010 and during this time has carried some 1.7 million passengers on the route. To meet the rising demand for both inbound and outbound travel, the airline has added this new daily flight operated by a Boeing 777-300ER with a capacity of 360 seats, boosting tourism into the Czech Republic by 262,800 seats a year.

The new flight will accommodate three classes on board, with eight private suites in First Class, 42 lie-flat seats in Business Class and 310 spacious seats in Economy.

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Celebrate Ramadan in Dubai

THIS Ramadan, First Central Hotel Suites will take you on a culinary journey to experience the finest Middle Eastern delicacies with a variety of continental flavours. Diners will be treated to a sumptuous Iftar buffet with a wide selection of traditional and international specialties along with an irresistible assortment of authentic Arabic beverages and desserts.

Wael El Behi, General Manager of First Central Hotel Suites, said, “Ramadan is a distinctive festivity where friends and family gather to share the blessings of the holy month. .”

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On the runway . . .

THE Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai was declared winner of the coveted Middle East’s Leading Airport Hotel award for the 7th time at the World Travel Awards 2018. The spectacular gala ceremony took place alongside the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference held in Ras Al Khaimah recently.

The Millennium Airport Hotel #Dubai is a contemporary lifestyle #destination for those who desire to be at the centre of Dubai’s pulsating business and cultural scene. The award-winning hotel is conveniently located near the Dubai International Airport just five minutes’ drive away from Terminal 1 & 3, city’s major central business, historical districts, tourist spots, shopping centres and entertainment hub.

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Arabian Nights

CRYSTAL Esprit, the award-winning boutique yacht of Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises, will embark on a captivating new season of voyages through the United Arab Emirates, Jordan, Oman and the Holy Land in October through December of 2019. The seven- to 11-day sailings will cruise the Arabian Peninsula, with immersive exploration of the ancient wonders and physics-defying modern marvels in the region. 

Overnights in Dubai and Abu Dhabi showcase the thriving riches of modern UAE culture, while a double overnight in Aqaba, Jordan, allows for visits to the legendary Rose City of Petra and Wadi Rum. New on the Crystal Yacht Expedition Cruises roster of destinations are Doha, Qatar, where the I.M. Pei-designed Museum of Islamic Art and dramatic Sheikh Faisal Museum display the country’s fascinating heritage, and the excitement over the 2022 World Cup is already beginning to build; and Sokhna, Egypt, which offers Crystal guests a gateway to the remarkable pyramids of Giza, just 60 miles away from Cairo, and the soon-to-be-opened archaeological Grand Egyptian Museum.

 Crystal Esprit embarks on her new Arabian Nights Collection on October 20, 2019, with all-inclusive luxuries tailored to accommodate just 62 guests. 

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Exclusive publication for Maldivian travel agents

MALDIVES Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO) has launched the first edition of ‘Maldives Travel Agents Guide’, an exclusive publication to serve as platform to market, promote and advertise local travel agents and tour operators. The first edition of #Maldives Travel Agents’ Guide was launched on 22nd April 2018, at the Arabian Travel Market, Dubai. 

Maldives Travel Agents Guide is published annually and distributed in all the major international travel trade fairs and exhibition. The purpose of this publication is to have a distinctive list of local travel agents that international buyers and travelers can explore and navigate through.

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Dubai desert safari tours

DHOW Cruise in Dubai, desert safari aims to help guests relive the ancient Bedouin lifestyle of the Middle East. Each desert safari tour offers the perfect mix of ancient, modern and traditional elements, put together to create an exclusive experience for the guests.

Each desert safari tour is designed to bring the best of the desert home to the guests. The morning safari comprises 6 hours of desert sports such as dune bashing, sand boarding and quad biking, sure to please the adventure souls out there. The Dinner in Desert package offers the chance to enjoy an exclusive dinner – an offer to dine like royalty on world-class veg and non-veg BBQ spread, followed by a night under the stars.

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More in Dubai . . .

DUBAI is a place of incredible contrasts. Humble homes and dirt roads are juxtaposed with out of this world luxurious resorts and plush ocean view pads. But #Dubai has always been a place of extremes. A place where more is more. A whole lot more.

Luxury homes here all share certain things: abundant space, stunning design, and, of course, privacy. That’s certainly the case with the XXII Carat ultra-luxury villas that are just about to welcome their first ever occupants. Located right at the end of the Palm Jumeirah’s West Crescent, this is where things get rather fancy. For today's new generation of well -heeled travelers, the bar for luxe hideaways has reached dizzying heights.

All the villas are furnished with high end finishing materials and equipment imported from France and Italy such as La Cornue, Baldi, La Cuisine Française, Devon&Devon, Schuco and Miele, to name just a few. Built using only the finest materials, XXII Carat is where all the determinants of uber luxury can be found.

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Up in the air . . .

IT is tradition for Overseas Filipinos to bring food or gifts, known as ‘pasalubongs’, from their destinations to their families and friends back home. Many Filipinos ship a ‘balikabayan’ box filled with gifts several days ahead of special occasions or ahead of their travel to the Philippines and wait for 30 to 60 days for the box to arrive.

Philippines’ largest carrier, Cebu Pacific (CEB), once again offers 25 kilograms of additional free baggage allowance to UAE residents travelling from Dubai to Manila. Starting March 1 until Nov 30, 2018, all passengers originating from Dubai travelling to Manila with pre-purchased baggage allowance of 40 kilograms will be receiving additional 25 kilograms baggage allowance, free-of-charge at check in.

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State of the art arrivals at Dubai International

THE inauguration of the new experience at arrivals at Dubai International Airport coincided with UAE’s Month of Innovation. The roll out of the latest generation of Automated Border Control SmartGates has gone live this month as part of a transformation program which aims at offering passengers a state-of-the art Border Control experience as well as enhancing the immigration security process.

The General Directorate of Residency and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA) from #Dubai awarded the challenge to Emaratech and partner Vision-Box. This ground-breaking project includes the development, delivery and maintenance of a new generation of multimodal biometric passenger flow solution comprising 122 #SmartGates, deployed across all three Dubai International Airport terminals.

The SmartGates are able to expedite passenger clearance at Dubai Airports’ borders, offering a speedy self-service transaction by way of multi-biometric verification, sustained by passport, Emirates ID and SmartGate cards authentication.

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