Check out HH Sheikh Hamdan’s favourite Dubai restaurants, showcasing a selection of top dining spots cherished by the royal.
Where to stay in Dubai when you need a break but can’t be bother to fly
Vibe: Beachside luxury with a local touch Turtle lagoon, lush gardens, and direct Burj Al Arab views. It’s bougie but feels warm and breezy, and it’s where Molly Mae loves to stay when she comes to …
ACC wins Baccarat Hotel, Residences Dubai works contract
Dubai-based diversified investment firm Shamal has awarded the main works contract for its Baccarat Hotel and Residences project to Arabian Construction Company (ACC). The prestigious Baccarat-branded …
COVEBEACH is now officially complete — take a look inside the stunning beach club
One of Dubai’s best beach clubs is now officially complete, after opening its brand new beachfront. COVEBEACH reopened in its third location in July 2024 at La Vie on JBR after previously being …
12 budget-friendly pool days in Dubai under Dhs200
Looking for a cheap pool days in Dubai? We’ve rounded up 12 budget-friendly offers under Dhs200 that are fully redeemable on food and drink.
Enjoy a seaside Easter brunch at Beach Bar & Grill
Located at the elegant One&Only Royal Mirage hotel, Beach Bar & Grill offers a good blend of casual and refined with prime beachfront optics. This seaside brunch gives you all the relaxed vibes of a …
UAE Hotels Had a Record 2024. Now They Face Global Recession Risks
UAE hotels achieved record revenues of 45 billion Emirati Dirhams in 2024, with occupancy rates reaching 78% and guest numbers rising by 9.5%. Dubai saw a 4% increase in international visitors in …
How does the first “modern Emirati” restaurant in Dubai fare? Gerbou reviewed.
From when I first started restaurant reviewing, 14 years ago, I have always insisted that Dubai needs modern Emirati restaurants for the dining scene to be taken seriously on the global culinary …
COVEBEACH is now officially complete — take look inside the stunning beach club
One of Dubai’s best beach clubs is now officially complete, after opening its brand new beachfront. COVEBEACH reopened in its third location in July 2024 at La Vie on JBR after previously being …
UAE’s hotel revenues reach Dh45 billion in 2024 as occupancy rates ranked among highest globally
Hotel revenues in the UAE reached approximately Dh45 billion in 2024, reflecting a 3 percent year-over-year growth, said Abdulla bin Touq Al Marri, Minister of Economy and Chairma …
The jaw-dropping 2,378ft tower with the world’s highest cinema and a 7-star hotel
The cinema alone will be perched 310 metres above the ground, offering a one-of-a-kind movie experience. The hotel, which has been branded as a 7-star property, will also include themed floors …
13 fine-dining restaurants in Dubai for alfresco before it gets too hot
With the weather all set to become warm again, it’s time explore spots that offer alfresco dining before it gets too hot. The emirate offers many fantastic options for outdoor dining, especially …
14 Sheikh Mohammed-approved restaurants to visit in Dubai
However, we’ll happily go to any place that’s approved by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Here are 14 Dubai r …
31 fully redeemable pool passes in Dubai
Open daily 10am-8pm. W Dubai — The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, bchclb.com (04 834 3803). Bla Bla is the ultimate day-to-night hotspot on JBR. With 21 bars, a restaurant serving your favourite dishes, and a …
‘Small dream’ cafe much loved in Birmingham to open in Dubai
Eis Cafe opened in Birmingham in 2009 and it’s expanding to a beachside spot in the trendy Jumeirah Beach Residence (JBR) neighbourhood …
Hotel Review: One&Only One Za’abeel Resort, Dubai
It’s a name with a lot of nerve: One&Only—as if all other hotels are simply beside the point. Given that it’s been years since I sampled the brand, I decided to put that boastful name to the test by …
Vida Creek Beach review: Where Art Deco minimalism meets Dubai’s historic heart
With about 800 hotels to choose from in Dubai, where to stay is a decision worth mulling over. There are home-grown brands – Jumeirah Group, Five Hotels, The First Collection – and the international …