Aloft Palm Jumeirah is just 45 minutes from Dubai International Airport (DXB) and 90 minutes from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH). Aloft Palm Jumeirah is close to numerous attractions that include Aquaventure Waterpark and Skydive Dubai. Marriott …
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Sharjah Public Library starts using ‘Tahseel‘ Smart Receipt System
Sharjah Public Library, SPL, a subsidiary of Sharjah Book Authority, has announced that it has become Sharjah’s first cultural entity to start using the ‘Tahseel’ Smart Receipt System. The move, which follows the launch of SPL’s Digital Library …
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Tommy Fleetwood: Abu Dhabi victory was one for the purists
Plenty of hard work went into his preparations for Abu Dhabi and for his impressive display representing … it’s beyond belief,” he said. The good news for those of us on this side of the pond is that Rahm is vowing to head in this direction later in …
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Dubai Car Free Day expands to other emirates
Dubai: Dubai’s Car Free Day initiative is expanding to include three more emirates this year. Al Ain, Ajman and Ras Al Khaimah municipalities will also participate in the annual environmental campaign of Dubai Municipality, Hussain Nasser Lootah …
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UAE hotel room rates post 3.8% decline, but occupancy still high at 75%
Dubai: If you’re planning a staycation or holiday in the UAE in winter, now is a good time to book that hotel property you’ve been dreaming to stay in. According to the latest data, there’s a chance you can still score a good room rate. Hotel data …
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Oscar-nominated ‘Ajami’ to show in Abu Dhabi
The 2009 Arab film Ajami, which was nominated for the 82nd Academy Awards in the Foreign Language Film category, will show at The Arts Centre of NYU Abu Dhabi on February 6. The 7pm screening — running for two hours with English subtitles — will take …
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Abu Dhabi’s Latest Corniche Project A’L BAHAR On Track For Q1 2018 Opening 80% Of Entertainment And F&B Outlets Leased
Delivering on the capital’s vision of offering unique experiences for residents and visitors, Miral, Abu Dhabi’s creator of tomorrow’s destinations, revealed last month that the 80,000-sqm mixed-use development will offer a total of 48 retail spaces …
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It’s Binoy Kodiyeri: CPM Kerala chief’s son accused of cheating in Dubai
New Delhi: In a major blow to the ruling CPM in Kerala, party state secretary Kodiyeri Balakrishnan’s elder son Binoy has been accused of cheating a Dubai-based travel and tourism firm of Rs 13 crore. Manorama News on Wednesday aired visuals of a copy of …
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UAE filed complaint at ICAO against Qatari violations
the UAE News Agency (WAM) reported. “We have directives from our leadership not to escalate the situation in response to the Qatari provocation in order to maintain regional peace and stability and ensure the safety of the international air navigation and …
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New app launched to help Indians seeking jobs in UAE
The app will facilitate the process of completing a majority of the procedures in India, which will guarantee a work visa to the UAE hassle-free. Dr Al Banna explained the advantages of the smart application, and according to the state news agency Wam …
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Business Bay guide
And don’t miss the outdoor terrace, with its own views of the Dubai Water Canal. BASTA!: Open daily, noon-midnight (04 512 5522). Bleu Blanc: Open daily noon-3pm, 6pm-midnight Renaissance Downtown Hotel Marasi Drive, Business Bay (04 512 5533).
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Parents forget daughter at Dubai airport
Dubai: The father of a family who arrived at Dubai International Airport and headed home in Al Ain was shocked when police called him an hour into their journey saying he had “forgotten” his three-year-old daughter at the airport. The father and his …
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Abu Dhabi Tour 2018 includes ITT, attracts big stars
RCS Sport confirmed on Tuesday at the route presentation of the 2018 Abu Dhabi Tour that Rui Costa (UAE-Team Emirates) will attempt to defend his title. Photo: ©Tim De Waele/Getty Images The Abu Dhabi Tour has expanded to five stages in 2018 and will …
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For an unforgettable experience on the path less travelled, try Dubai
For business travellers: When in Dubai, sampling the local tea is a must. The aptly named Arabian Tea House has more than 100 varieties of tea from Australia, Canada, China, Czech Republic, and India. Designed to emulate Emirati life from the past …
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Omega Dubai Desert Classic Preview
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UAE military instructed not to escalate row with Qatar
The United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) military forces have been instructed not to escalate an ongoing diplomatic crisis with neighbouring Qatar, an Emirati military official has said. Speaking to reporters at a news conference in Abu Dhabi on Tuesday …
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Aga Khan arrives in Dubai
Dubai: Prince Karim Agha Khan, the spiritual leader of the Shia Ismaili Muslim Community, arrived in Dubai on Monday on an official visit as part of his Diamond Jubilee commemoration. His Highness Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and …
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