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WELCOME TO DUBAI 12 Credits 13 Message from the Managing Editor 14 A Q&A with Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Tourism 16 Welcome to Dubai 22 Fast Facts STAY WELL INFORMED WITH THESE HANDY TRAVELLING TIPS
26 Express Yourself WORDS AND PHRASES THAT MAY PROVE HELPFUL DURING YOUR STAY
28 Must Dos 32 Events Calendar 2017
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ESSENCE OF DUBAI 36 Architecture FROM TRADITIONAL MOSQUES TO SKYSCRAPING WONDERS
38 Art and Culture WHERE TRADITIONAL GALLERIES AND MUSEUMS MEET CONTEMPORARY THEATRE
42 Fashion THE ABAYA AND BEYOND
46 Jewellery DAZZLING DIAMONDS, PERFECT PEARLS AND GLORIOUS, GLORIOUS GOLD
50 Timepieces NOTHING SAYS SOPHISTICATION LIKE A TRULY ELEGANT WATCH
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EXPERIENCE DUBAI 57 Shopping FROM THE THRILL OF THE SOUKS TO THE LAST WORD IN LUXURY BRANDS
60 Sport RUGBY SEVENS, CAMEL RACING, THE DUBAI WORLD CUP AND MORE
64 Cafés and Confectionary SWEET TOOTH HEAVEN IN DUBAI’S MALLS
68 Dining FROM AROMATIC ARABIAN FARE TO CELEBRITY CHEFS
82 Nightlife WHEN THE SUN GOES DOWN, THE DANCING BEGINS
84 Beyond Dubai EXPLORE ALL SEVEN EMIRATES
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MESSAGE FROM THE MANAGING EDITOR, MADELEINE SWAIN 2020 – there’s a lovely symmetry about those numbers. It means perfect sight of course and it’s often said that it’s the vision we all have in hindsight. But for Dubai it means so much more. In three short years the emirate will proudly hold Dubai 2020. Winning the right to stage this prestigious world expo back in November 2013 with a last minute bid, Dubai will mark the very first time the event has been hosted in the Middle East, North Africa and South Asia (MEASA). The theme will be ‘Connecting Minds, Creating Future’, with the sub-themes of ‘sustainability, mobility and opportunity’. What an apt summation this is of all that the emirate stands for. Geographically at the crossroads for the world, it’s already a global connection point. And it has long been a land of opportunity – evident in the extraordinary progress it has seen in just the last few decades. Now its eyes and the eyes of the world are on sustainability and the future – how we protect and advance ourselves in a time of depleting resources and troubled economies. Dubai is a destination famed for its dazzling souks, its luxury shopping malls and its astonishing architecture. But it is also a place where respect for culture abounds – where the way of life is steeped in a long and venerable history. It’s where traditional mosques sit proudly beside skyscrapers, humble markets contrast with high-end Michelin-starred restaurants and the endless sandy rises of the desert meet the cultured boulevards of an almost futuristic metropolis. Dubai is always a glorious place to visit, but never more than now. Dubai 2020 is projected to bring 277,000 new jobs to the region and quadruple the number of visitors. Could there be a better time to come and discover its wonders? Welcome to Dubai – may all the sights you witness here be perfect.
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Welcome to Dubai ISSAM KAZIM, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF DUBAI TOURISM, INTRODUCES THE EXTRAORDINARY EMIRATE THAT IS DUBAI.
Why should travellers and arrival on the world stage visit Dubai? is filled with achievements that Dubai is a remarkable destination many deemed impossible – and offering equally remarkable yet they were realised thanks experiences. It is a city of to the forward-thinking vision of contrasts – on the one hand Dubai’s rulers. Twenty years ago, a futuristic metropolis of the emirate’s 293 hotels and hotel skyscrapers, man-made wonders apartment establishments were and cutting edge technology, attracting fewer than two million and on the other a history- and visitors per year. Those numbers culture-rich settlement of have dramatically increased to heritage sites and traditions 680 hotels and hotel apartments passed down through generations. by end of March 2017 while a Dubai offers something record 14.9 million overnight for all types of traveller, no matter visitors arrived in the emirate in Issam Kazim, what their interests. Where else 2016. The momentum only keeps Chief Executive Officer, can you skydive over a palm-shaped increasing with Dubai welcoming Dubai Tourism island in the morning, wander the a further 4.57 million travellers in alleyways of gold, spice and textile souks at lunchtime, the first quarter of 2017. The growth of the tourism and then watch falcons soar over the desert as the industry has gone hand in hand with Dubai’s rapid sun sinks behind the dunes? Where else can you swim growth as a city and the expansion and enhancement with dolphins, then ski down an indoor piste with real of its destination offering. snow, before tucking into gourmet fare while watching Twenty years ago, a visitor’s stay would dancing fountains at the foot of the world’s tallest have revolved around the Dubai Creek, the natural tower? The answer is, resoundingly, only in Dubai. And inlet of the Arabian Gulf that remains the heart and with the emirate continually adding to its destination soul of Dubai, home to the city’s oldest districts and offering – in the form of family-friendly attractions, most important heritage sites. One of the tallest exciting events and festivals, as well as world-class buildings in the city was still the 39-storey Sheikh hotels and resorts to suit all budgets – there’s always Rashid Tower, built in 1979, now known as the a reason to return again and again. Dubai World Trade Centre, and much of what visitors now associate with Dubai had yet to take What makes Dubai in 2017 a different place to shape. Yet the emirate developed at astonishing visit compared to the Dubai of, say, 20 years ago? pace, with milestones and new attractions coming Dubai has embraced change throughout its history, thick and fast. and it’s this change that makes it such a remarkable, The iconic sail-shaped Burj Al Arab, often unique destination. The story of the city’s growth described as the world’s only seven-star hotel thanks www.welcome-to.com
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to its opulence in both architecture and ambience, opened its doors in 1999, the same year that Wild Wadi themed waterpark began welcoming families and children. Two years later, Dubai Cruise Terminal was opened, placing the emirate on the world cruise map. In 2005, Mall of the Emirates, Dubai’s first mega mall, opened its doors to shoppers from across the globe. The following year, the first residents moved onto the incredible man-made palm-shaped island, Palm Jumeirah. Atlantis The Palm started welcoming guests two years later, in 2008 – the same year that the world’s largest shopping mall, The Dubai Mall, opened. A year after that the Dubai Metro started operations, transforming the way residents and visitors travelled the city, and another year later, in 2010, the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa, opened for business, consolidating Dubai’s place on the global tourist map. Recently, Dubai welcomed a host of new openings, including: The Beach at The Walk in Jumeirah Beach Residence, an open-air retail and entertainment district complete with beach access and an inflatable waterpark; Jumeirah Corniche, stretching more than 14 kilometres along the coast and offering landscaped walkways, running and cycling tracks as well kiosks and public facilities; At The Top, Burj Khalifa SKY, the world’s highest observation deck on the 148th floor of the Burj Khalifa; and the Dubai Tram, conveniently connecting all parts of Dubai Marina, Dubai Media City and Al Sufouh. Not just that, in addition to its world famous Dubai Shopping Festival, Dubai has also launched a host of new festivals and events including the annual Dubai Food Festival. Now visitors to Dubai can also experience a multitude of new and exciting attractions, including
not one but four theme parks. IMG Worlds of Adventure, Legoland Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai and the Hollywood-inspired Motiongate Dubai all opened their gates in 2016. All this makes clear that, in Dubai, time never stands still, which means there’s always something new to discover – whether it’s 20 years, 20 weeks or 20 days since your last visit. What makes Dubai stand out above all the other emirates? Dubai is one of seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, with Abu Dhabi the largest and the country’s capital. As the second largest emirate, Dubai is now one of the world’s leading tourism destinations, with its thriving tourism industry a main contributor to the emirate’s economy. Dubai is truly an awe-inspiring destination capable of offering visitors their most memorable holiday experience. Starting with Emirates airline, which flies to over 150 destinations; hassle-free entry procedures, a warm traditional welcome and Arab hospitality; world-class infrastructure such as Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest in terms of international passengers and The Dubai Mall, the world’s most visited shopping and entertainment destination; iconic landmarks like the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building and Ski Dubai, the region’s first indoor ski resort; ease of getting around the city with world-class transportation such as Dubai Metro; amazing family-oriented theme parks; the most varied and international cuisine and much more, make Dubai stand out as the ultimate attraction for visitors. ● © Tourism Dubai
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Welcome to Dubai WELCOME TO DUBAI – WHERE EVERYTHING GLITTERS IN AN EMIRATE OF STRIKING CONTRASTS
WORDS EMILY PARKER
Make sure you pack your sunglasses, because everything glitters here. It could be the freshly polished cars, the sparkling sunshine of a desert day, the gleam from grains of nearby sands glinting in your eye or the reflective glass of a dozen mirrored windows. But, more likely than not, it’s gold – lots and lots of sparkling, shimmering gold – which tends to adorn the city in every which way. Welcome to Dubai. Conveniently located, Dubai is a natural meeting point between Asia, Africa, Europe and even further afield. Its location has cemented the city as a gateway to the rest of the world and a great stopover midroute for any weary modern traveller. Dubai has existed as a township since the 17th century and it solidified its alliance with the Western world in the 1820s, when local sheikhs signed a maritime treaty with the British to protect the emirate against the Ottoman Empire. Dubai’s geographical location has always worked in its favour, allowing it to attract traders and merchants from around the world, something that continues to this day. With the region having been populated since 3000BC, the sheikhs in this part of the world don’t let adversity stand in their way and today Dubai is one
of the largest re-export ports in the world, buoyed, of course, by the discovery of black gold (crude oil) in the 1960s. Today, the emirate boasts a plethora of mind-boggling architecture and fantastical experiences on a grand scale. Make your first stop the must-see Burj Khalifa, an architectural and engineering masterpiece. As at the end of 2016 it is still the tallest building in the world and holds no fewer than seven world records, including the ‘elevator with the longest travel distance in the world’. Those records may soon be eclipsed by Saudi Arabia’s Kingdom Tower in Jeddah, but until that is finally completed (due in 2020) Burj Khalifa wears the crown and will remain a most magnificent edifice no matter what. Don’t forget your camera, as this structure is truly a spectacular example of how things are done well in this part of the globe. If the view from the observation deck isn’t enough for you, there is a fine dining restaurant on level 122, 11 hectares of park with six water features and more than 3000 underground car parks. Next stop, the gold souk… All that glitters really is gold in Dubai and, as its reputation as the City of Gold implies, you can’t visit without witnessing the real thing for yourself.
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Burj al Arab.
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Desert sunset.
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Here you get to partake in the great Middle Eastern pastime of haggling and, remember, anything you buy can normally be adjusted to fit you perfectly by the local craftsman found in each store. Again, take your sunglasses, though, as the displays here are really dazzling, with everything from modern to traditional pieces in all shades of yellow, white and pink. Add to the authentic atmosphere with a stroll along the spice souk just minutes away and indulge in the scents of the region – you’ll feel downright Biblical breathing in the aromas of frankincense, which sits alongside displays of rich spices, herbs and nuts. If you are thirsty for more, a visit to the Souk Al Bahar, an Arab-styled shopping mall, should satisfy all your cravings for an authentic retail experience. Designed in a traditional style with palm trees, lanterns and high ceiling archways, the souk has a vast range of gifts and goods on offer, as well as waterside dining, which comes complete with views of the mammoth Burj Khalifa tower. Dust off the desert sands with a fresh sea breeze when you visit the iconic Burj al Arab. Designed to mimic a billowing sail standing beside the turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf, this iconic building is quintessentially Dubai and it offers a chance to witness ambition at its finest.
Dubai is an unrivalled melting pot of old-world charm, imagination, modern ambition and excess wealth that should not be missed. And it is this appeal, mixed with its picturesque location, history and people, that make it one of the world’s finest destination cities.
DESERT DAYS If the desert sands are calling you à la Lawrence of Arabia, it’s easy to arrange a trip to the dunes. Options vary between half-day, full-day and overnight trips, where you can sand ski, ride a camel, surf the dunes, take a four-wheel drive safari or quad bike your way across the desert. If you choose an option later in the day, make sure you enjoy a quintessential Dubai sunset over the sand while enjoying a shisha (traditional Arabic water pipe).
THE WORLD’S ONLY SEVEN-STAR HOTEL Designed by British architect Tom Wright, the Burj al Arab hotel is reputed to be the world’s only sevenstar hotel and it’s not hard to see why. Built on a reclaimed artificial island just offshore, the hotel features a large seawater aquarium, which holds roughly 990,000 litres of water and is accessed via a simulated submarine ride; and the Al Muntaha restaurant, sitting 200 metres above the water and offering spectacular views. ●
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Fast facts FIRST TIME IN DUBAI? THESE TRAVELLING TIPS SHOULD KEEP YOU WELL-INFORMED AND ANSWER MANY QUESTIONS YOU MAY HAVE ABOUT PROTOCOL.
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Ambulance and Police: 999 Fire: 997 Directory Assistance: 181 Dubai Police Tourist Security: 800 4438
AIRLINES Air Canada: +971 4 211 2537 Air France: +971 4 602 5400 Air India: +971 4 227 6787 American Airlines: +971 4 316 6116 British Airways: +44 207 365 5910 Cathay Pacific: +971 4 204 2888 Continental Airlines: +971 4 351 9519 Emirates Airlines: +971 4 214 4444 Etihad Airways: +971 2 511 0000 Finnair: +971 4 397 8434 Gulf Air: +971 4 271 6207 Kuwait Airways: +971 4 228 5896 Lufthansa: +971 4 389 8100 Qatar Air: +971 4 229 2229 Royal Jordanian Airline: +971 4 294 4322 Saudi Airlines: +971 4 221 4000 Singapore Airlines: + 971 4 316 6888
ALCOHOL Alcoholic drinks are served in major hotels and clubs, but not in restaurants outside of hotels. Non-Muslim residents can buy supplies of liquor for home consumption by obtaining a permit. It is against the law to drink alcohol in public areas. During Ramadan, only hotels can serve alcohol, and serving cannot start until 7pm.
BUSINESS HOURS The working week in Dubai runs from Sunday to Thursday. Government and corporate offices are open between 8am and 5.30pm. However, some businesses trade between 8am and 1pm, then break for lunch and reopen from 3pm or 4pm until 7pm or 8pm, but these are generally located outside of the city. The Islamic weekend generally begins at noon on Thursday, while Friday is recognised as a holy day when businesses close down completely. On regular days, shops are open from 9am until 1pm, and from 4pm until 9pm
or later. Most supermarkets remain open all day except Friday, when they close for prayers between 11.30am and 1.30pm.
CLOTHING Light clothing is suitable all year round, but a jacket may be required for cool winter nights. Many of the air-conditioned hotels and restaurants can also be quite cold, so carry a jacket out with you. During the summer months, it is advisable to wear loose, comfortable, washable clothes in fabrics that are suitable for hot and humid conditions. Except on beaches and around swimming pools where modern swimwear can be worn without contravening local dress codes, visitors are expected to dress conservatively in public. It is highly recommended to protect yourself from the sun with sleeved clothing, hats and sunglasses. Hotel restaurants do not insist that male guests wear ties, but most men, if not
wearing a lightweight suit and tie, will at least be in smart casual attire. Men should not wear open-toed shoes.
COMMUNICATIONS NEWSPAPERS There are a number of English language newspapers, including 7DAYS, the Khaleej Times and Gulf News, which are published daily, alongside several Arabic newspapers. Foreign newspapers, especially British ones, are freely available in hotel bookshops and supermarkets, albeit a day or two late. A glossy local colour magazine called Time Out reports on social and cultural events throughout the UAE.
RADIO Both Arabic and English commercial radio stations broadcast in Dubai. UAE Radio Dubai broadcasts in English 24 hours a day on 92 MHz FM.
TELEPHONE AND INTERNET Telecommunications in Dubai are modern and efficient.
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MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ARE ACCEPTED IN HOTELS AND SOME OF THE LARGER STORES. CASH IS PREFERRED BY MOST MARKET VENDORS AND WILL USUALLY GAIN VISITORS A BETTER PRICE. Telephone calls within Dubai are free of charge and International Direct Dialling is available to most countries. Although, like many other places, pay phones have fallen into disuse in favour of smartphones, they still can be operated by coins (Dh1 or 50 fils) or phone cards, which may be purchased from the Etisalat Company, post offices or licensed agents throughout the city. Major hotels also have fax services and can organise internet access. Internet services are modern and very fast due to large investments made in broadband infrastructure. Wi-Fi hotspots are found in hotel receptions and many modern cafés; however, you may need to pay a small fee.
TELEVISION Arabic and English commercial television stations broadcast from mid-afternoon until late evening. Channel 33 televises a variety of programs in English. Some are locally produced, but most originate from the UK, the US and Australia.
FINANCES CREDIT CARDS Major credit cards are accepted in hotels and some of the larger stores. Cash is preferred by most market vendors and will usually gain visitors a better price.
CURRENCY
LANGUAGE
Dirhams and fils are the units of currency with 100fils to the Dirham (Dh). The Dirham is tied to the US dollar at a steady exchange rate of US$1 = Dh3.672. Banks usually give the best rates on foreign currency exchange, but hotels and airports are often quicker and are open outside of normal banking hours. Moneychangers tend to have a wider range of currencies, but their rates may be higher.
The official language of Dubai and the UAE is Arabic, but English is widely understood in hotels and shops, and used as a second language in commerce. Because of the cosmopolitan expatriate population in Dubai, many languages are spoken, particularly Urdu, Hindi and Farsi.
newspapers for information. There are some fixed nonMuslim holidays such as New Year’s Day on 1 January, the holiday to mark the Accession of HH Sheikh Zayed on 6 August and National Day on 2 December. Western companies often observe Christmas and some diplomatic missions may observe Easter.
MEDICAL CARE
RAMADAN
There are several wellequipped, modern hospitals, including the New Dubai Hospital, regarded as one of the best medical centres in the Middle East. Most hotels have their own doctor on 24-hour call, and pharmacies carry the most common medicines and health products.
Ramadan signals a month of fasting when Muslims abstain from eating, drinking or smoking during daylight hours. Non-Muslims should observe these religious customs when in public view. During Ramadan, working hours are reduced and business is sometimes conducted after dark. The end of Ramadan is marked by ceremonial cannon shots, followed by joyous feasting and dancing during the three-day Eid al-Fitr holiday. The dates of Ramadan change every year.
DUTY FREE ALLOWANCE Dubai’s duty free allowance permits two litres of spirits and two litres of wine (for non-Muslim adults only), 400 cigarettes or two kilograms of tobacco and a reasonable amount of perfume. There are no restrictions on the amount of currency you may bring to Dubai and no customs duty on personal effects accompanied or unaccompanied. There is a duty free store at the airport for incoming visitors that also stocks liquor.
ELECTRICITY The electricity supply is 220/240 volts AC at 50 cycles.
EMBASSIES Most diplomatic missions are located in the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi. There are, however, some consulates and commercial attachés in Dubai.
PHOTOGRAPHY Dubai is popular with photographers worldwide for its diverse scenery. Photographers must note, however, that certain restrictions are enforced. It is forbidden to photograph Muslim women and military or other government installations. It is courteous to ask permission before photographing any nationals. Take particular care to protect your photographic equipment from the sand and heat.
PUBLIC HOLIDAYS As the dates of Islamic holidays are not fixed, it is best to ask a local or consult the daily
RELIGION Islam is the official religion, but other creeds are tolerated. Every Muslim has a duty to pray five times a day, with the precise times published daily.
TRANSPORTATION DRIVING LICENCES A temporary local driving licence is issued when you hire a vehicle, if you can produce a valid passport, two photographs and an international driving
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licence. A national licence from any of the following countries is acceptable in place of an international licence: Australia, Austria, Bahrain, Belgium, Canada, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Japan, South Korea, Kuwait, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Oman, Poland, Portugal, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, the UK and the US.
TIPPING Tipping practices in Dubai are comparable to most places throughout the rest of the world. Even when a service charge is applied, staff expect a little extra – 10 percent is acceptable in hotel restaurants; for luggage porters at airports a tip of Dh5 or Dh10 is standard, depending on the amount of luggage. The same applies for taxi drivers.
VISAS
Taxis are plentiful, relatively inexpensive and easily obtainable in Dubai. The Dubai Transport Corporation’s ivorycoloured cabs are fitted with fare meters. In the case of all other taxis, fares are subject to negotiation between the driver and passenger. Taxis operate a very cheap service rate, Dh10 for pick-up, followed by Dh1.7 per kilometre. For longer journeys, an hourly rate of about Dh30 is reasonable and for the whole day the price is negotiable upwards of about Dh500. Dubai Taxi also offers SMS and online booking services. You can text 4774 or visit www.dubaitaxi.ae to take advantage of these services.
Most visitors are eligible to enter the UAE on either a 30-day tourist visa or a visit visa for up to 60 days. Citizens of Andorra, Austria, Belgium, the UK (or those who hold the right of abode), Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the Vatican, as well as, nationals from Australia, Brunei, Hong Kong, Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea in Asia, and those from the US are granted, free of charge, a onetime entry visit visa on arrival. Those travelling on Israeli passports are not allowed entry.
TIME
WATER
The UAE time is four hours ahead of UCT (Universal Coordinated Time – formerly Greenwich Mean Time). There are no special summer daylight savings times.
Tap water comes from desalination plants and is not ideal to drink. Bottled water is freely available and served in hotels and restaurants.
TAXIS
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Express yourself
Yes
Na’am
I want to buy…
Areed ashtiri…
No
La’
Do you sell…?
Andak…?
Hello
Marhaba
Where is the market?
Wain is-souq?
Thank you
Ashkurak (female – ashkurik)
One
Wahid
Welcome
Ahlan wa sahlan
Two
Ithnain
How are you?
Kaif halak? (female – Kaif halik?)
Three
Thalatha
Very well, thank you
Taib katheer, shokran
Four
Arba’a
I am grateful
Ana muttashakkir
Five
Khamsa
Thank you for your hospitality
Shokran ala hathihi-l-dhiafah
Six
Sitta
Good morning
Sabah al-khair
Seven
Sab’a
Good evening
Masa’al-khair
Eight
Thamaniya
Goodbye
Fi aman lllah
Nine
Tis’a
How much?
Qadaish
10
Ashara
On the right
‘Ala yaminak
100
Mi’a
On the left
‘Ala shimalak
1000
Alf
Straight ahead
Doghri
Sunday
Yom al-ahad
When?
Emta?
Monday
Yom al-ithnain
I do not have…
Ma’indi…
Tuesday
Yom ath-thalatha
Stop
Qif
Wednesday
Yom al-arba’a
Go
Imshi
Thursday
Yom al-khamees
I don’t speak Arabic
Ma ata – kallam Arabi
Friday
Yom al-jum’a
What time is it?
As-sa’a kam?
Saturday
Yom as-sabt
Call me a taxi
Areed taxi
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BURJ KHALIFA
SOUKS
One of the most recent editions to Dubai’s skyline is also one of its most spectacular. At 828 metres tall and 160 storeys, Dubai’s Burj Khalifa skyscraper is currently the tallest manmade structure on Earth. However, as it will shortly be dwarfed by the one-kilometre high Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia that is scheduled for completion in 2020, this should give you further incentive to visit as soon as you can. The tower’s observation deck, on the 124th floor, unveils astonishing views of central Dubai.
Dubai is famous for its shopping and, while the large air-conditioned shopping malls can be a great escape from the heat of the day, nothing really compares to the bustle of Dubai’s markets, or souks. Situated in Deira, Dubai’s souks trade in gold, spices, textiles, ittar (a spicy Arabian perfume) and fish.
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BASTAKIYA DISTRICT The Bastakiya district of Dubai, with its narrow laneways and stone streets, is a must for anyone interested in the history of the emirate. Established at the end of the 19th century, the district features traditional courtyards, wind towers and bustling markets. Many of the traditional buildings house galleries, cafés and boutique hotels. Part of the old city wall, which dates back to 1800, can still be seen here.
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DESERT SAFARI One of the most exciting and popular Dubai activities is a desert safari tour. With numerous tour operators to choose from and the option of morning, evening or overnight safaris, it’s a chance to encounter the rolling deserts of the UAE upclose. Camel rides, dune bashing (a white-knuckle four-wheel-drive ride through the sand dunes), belly dancing and an unforgettable desert sunset are all part of the desert safari experience. www.desertsafaridubai.com
DUBAI MUSEUM
One of the most picturesque locations in Dubai is the waterfront along Dubai Creek, a large saltwater inlet that six years ago was extended all the way around Bur Dubai and into the Arabian Gulf. Catch an abra (a boat taxi) along the waterfront and take in the Dubai skyline, eat at one of the many street vendors or take the hourlong tour in a traditional dhow sailing boat past the Dubai trading ports to the tip of the creek.
Situated close to Dubai Creek and Bastakiya heritage area in Bur Dubai is the Dubai Museum. The museum is housed in Al Fahidi Fort, an impressive building with previous incarnations as a palace, garrison and prison. Completed in 1787, the building is the oldest in Dubai and is worth a visit for the history of the museum itself. A circuit of the museum takes around an hour, but visitors have been known to spend a whole afternoon wandering its halls. Experience the life-sized dioramas that depict everything from traditional Arab houses to mosques, as well as souk, desert and marine life. The pearl diving exhibit is not to be missed.
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DUBAI CREEK
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Heritage Village is the largest historical museum in Dubai. Š Oleg Zhukov
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MAJLIS GALLERY Dubai’s longest-standing gallery, Majlis, has been operating since 1976 as a commercial gallery and meeting place for artists. Compared with some of the contemporary galleries in Dubai, Majlis exhibits more traditional Arab paintings, craft and furniture, as well as special exhibitions and workshops through the year. It is located in the historic Bastakiya district in Bur Dubai. www.themajlisgallery.com
HERITAGE AND DIVING VILLAGE Pearl diving is an ancient tradition in the UAE and once provided the only real income for residents of the city of Dubai. Dubai’s Heritage and Diving Village offers a rare and fascinating look at the history of pearl diving in the UAE, with the daily demonstrations a must for anyone interested in the cultural history of Dubai. www.dubaicity.com
SHEIKH SAEED’S HOUSE Sheikh Saeed Al Maktoum was the leader of Dubai from 1912 to 1958 and the grandfather of the current president. His house, at the Shindagha end of Dubai Creek, has been restored to its former glory and exhibits photographs, lithographs, coins and art that vividly depict the history of the UAE. The house itself is worth the visit, typical of 19th century Islamic architecture. Particularly impressive are the four tall wind towers that flank the house, designed to catch the wind and relieve the household of the afternoon sun.
from beginner to advanced, and even offers a 90-metre-long half-pipe for the snowboarder in the family. Ski clothing and equipment are provided as part of the cover price and there are professional instructors on-site if you need to brush up on your skills. www.skidxb.com
AL-MAMZAR PARK Dubai has some gorgeous parks and Al-Mamzar is one of the best, with sandy white beaches, a crisp green lagoon, children’s play areas, swimming pool and private chalets for hire. Al-Mamzar offers respite from the bustling city with 106 acres of greenery. To get around the park you can hire bicycles or take a train tour of the grounds. www.dubaicity.com
CAMEL RACING Camel races are a national pastime in the UAE and are taken very seriously by locals. The races are free to attend and take place every Thursday and Friday from October to March, offering morning and afternoon races of between four and 10 kilometres. The spectacle is a must, to see the camels themselves and the rally of Land Rovers that circle the track with men hanging from windows, caught up in the excitement of it all. The camel racecourse in Meydan in Dubai or, a bit further afield, the Al Wathba Racetrack near Abu Dhabi are the best places to experience camel racing. www.meydan.ae
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WONDERLAND FAMILY PARK THE WOMEN’S MUSEUM Located in Deira, this national archive and documentation centre aims to tell the story of the UAE’s women, who are all too often excluded when it comes to understanding the success of the region. The Women’s Museum is concerned with “all aspects of their lives… not just the historical and social influences, but… their philosophy, their status in society and their place in the family”. It is open from Saturday to Thursday from 10am to 7pm. www.womenmuseumuae.com
SKI DUBAI A stark contrast to Dubai’s stifling mid-afternoon heat is Ski Dubai – the Middle East’s first ski resort. The huge resort has five runs that range
Spread over 18 hectares, this family-orientated amusement park has everything from water slides and rollercoasters to a 3D theatre and an indoor game arcade. With four fast-food restaurants where you can grab a bite to eat between rides, you’ll be sure to spend an entire day here. www.wonderlanduae.com
IMG WORLDS OF ADVENTURE This brand new indoor amusement park is Dubai’s first “mega themed entertainment destination”. Divided into four ‘epic zones’, the park offers rides, movies and life entertainment inspired by dinosaurs, Marvel’s superhereos and much much more. www.imgworlds.com
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Events calendar 2017/18 RAMADAN AND EID June 2017
supports independent and commercial films through its Muhr Awards – winners of which are now eligible for Academy Award nominations. At a recent festival, its prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award was presented to one of the world’s most gracious and glittering stars, France’s Catherine Deneuve.
The holy month of Ramadan will take place in June, commemorating the revelation of the Holy Quran. It will be followed in July by the joyous celebrations that comprise Eid in Dubai, when families across the region enjoy the Islamic festivities that mark the end of Ramadan.
Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai
Various venues
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Encompassing many major landmarks after starting at Umm Suqeim Road opposite the Madinat Jumeirah and before finishing at the Dubai Police Academy, the Dubai Marathon gives a different perspective on taking in the city and, with a US$200,000 prize for the male and female marathon winners, there is quite an incentive to get out there! Four- and 10-kilometre runs are also available for those who feel the 42 kilometres is a bit too far.
Thrilling rugby action and record-breaking crowds are generally the order of the day at the Emirates Airline Dubai Rugby – and this year’s competition will surely follow suit. Attracting some of the most talented rugby players in the world, this is a true highlight of the Dubai sporting calendar. The Sevens, Dubai
with luxury viewing packages available to those who book before the event. Can Andy Murray retain the title he won in 2017? Dubai Duty Free Tennis Stadium www.dubaidutyfreetennischampionships.com
ART DUBAI March 2018
Art Dubai is the largest and most wellestablished contemporary art fair in the region and attracts artists, collectors and art enthusiasts from all over the globe. Past festivals have featured more than 80 galleries from 34 countries, while also hosting events such as the Abraaj Group Art Prize and the Global Art Forum. Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai www.artdubai.ae
DUBAI WORLD CUP 31 March 2018
REDFEST DXB 2018
Traditionally held on the last Saturday in March and with a prize pool of US$10 million, this group one flat race is the richest in the world. The entire meet itself is worth a staggering US$27.25 million, so it’s no surprise that the world’s best horses, jockeys and trainers make the annual trip to the UAE for the premium event.
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Meydan Racecourse, Dubai www.dubaiworldcup.com
Dubai World Trade Centre
This popular two-day music festival last year featured Sean Paul, The Veronicas, Demi Lovato, Callum Scott and Tove Lo. The next event promises to be equally as exciting.
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14TH DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
DUBAI TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIPS
6 to 13 December 2017
The Dubai Tennis Championships attracts many of the world’s top male and female players to the city’s impressive stadium. The tournament incorporates both Men’s ATP and Women’s WTA Tour events and features both singles and doubles competitions,
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DUBAI INTERNATIONAL JEWELLERY WEEK 15 to 18 December 2017
The Middle East’s largest jewellery and watch show is a collection of the world’s most prestigious watch and jewellery brands, in addition to unique pieces and collectors’ items. It’s a great place to find an exceptional piece to add to your Dubai experience.
An integral platform for filmmakers from all over the Middle East, Africa and Asia, the Dubai International Film Festival (affectionately known as DIFF) presents cinema from all of these regions. It also
Various routes throughout Dubai www.dubaimarathon.org
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AL MARMOOM HERITAGE FESTIVAL This camel festival sees thousands of highly trained camels compete in races in order to take home cash and other prizes for their proud owners. The races occur daily alongside sideshows and other family friendly activities. Al Marmoom Camel Racetrack, Dubai Al Ain Road www.dcrc.ae
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Dubai International Film Festival Lifetime Achievement winner Catherine Deneuve.
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Svetlana Kuznetsova at the Dubai Tennis Championships.
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DUBAI’S UNIQUE COMPOSITION OF TRADITION AND MODESTY, MODERNITY AND OPULENCE, AS WELL AS THE INFLUENCE BECKONING FROM ITS DESERT AND SEA ARE REPRESENTED IN THE CITY’S ART, CULTURE, FASHION AND STYLE SCENES IN A DISPLAY OF UNMATCHED INDIVIDUALITY. www.welcome-to.com
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Architecture WORDS LAUREN ROSEWARNE
Strategically positioned on the trade
Sir Bani Yas. © Abu Dhabi Tourism & Culture Authority
route between Europe and Asia, Dubai has long been an important hub for commerce. Boasting oil and natural gas reserves, the world’s largest manmade port and a thriving banking sector, Dubai is a prosperous state and the most populous emirate in the UAE. While wealth catapulted Dubai onto the world stage as a major player in business, riches are also behind its positioning as a worldclass architectural destination. Dubai is perhaps best known for Burj al Arab, a 321-metre white spinnaker yacht sail, dominating the skyline. Built offshore in the Arabian Gulf on a spectacular man-made island, the sail is home to a multi award-winning $650 million seven-star hotel. At night, the sail is illuminated in a dazzling multicoloured light display. Perhaps the most intriguing feature of the complex is the submerged Al Mahara Restaurant, which diners need to access via submarine, travelling down through a two-storey tropical aquarium. The first modern building in the city, the National Bank of Dubai, is located in the eastern part of the city on the banks of the Dubai Creek. Upon completion in 1998, the bank was the fifth tallest building in the city. As with Burj al Arab, the city’s rich maritime history is evident in its sail-like design – the building boasts a large curved frontage made of gold glass, which reflects the creek below. Continuing the maritime theme is the distinctive Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, a stellar example of modern architecture. Topped
by three white triangular canopies – their appearance again distinctly sail-like – it bears a strong semblance to the Sydney Opera House and became an instant design destination on opening in 1993. Completed in 2000 was the Emirates Towers Complex: two towers on the busy commercial strip of Sheikh Zayed Road. The larger tower is the head office for the airline Emirates, with the smaller being home to a hotel and shopping mall. Of greatest design note is the juxtaposition between the two towers depending on where in the city you stand – from some vantage points, the towers appear miles apart, from elsewhere they appear fused. Wherever you stand, both appear imposing. At a staggering 828 metres, as at the end of 2016, the world’s tallest tower is still Burj Khalifa, which appears to pierce the sky with its needle of fine glass. Often also called Burj Dubai, Khalifa was built at a cost of US$1.5 billion and was unveiled in 2010. The tower broke not only height records, but construction records too, utilising 330,000 cubic metres of concrete, 39,000 metric tonnes of steel and 142,000 square metres of glass. Khalifa is home to a diverse mix of residential, commerce, shopping and leisure facilities, as well as the first Giorgio Armani hotel. While an unequivocal example of cutting edge modern architecture, Khalifa pays homage to a number of Islamic and Arabic traditions evident in the incorporation of onion domes, pointed arches and desert flowers into the design.
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Arts and culture WORDS NYSSA VERAPHUNT AND MARLO LEVINS
ART
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Dubai’s vibrant arts scene began the moment people first inhabited the region thousands of years ago, when the stories of events such as hunting expeditions or fishing missions were passed down from generation to generation through music, song and dance (which are all characterised by the use of percussion and drums). Today, this art form survives with these same traditional performances enjoyed at cultural occasions such as festivals, national holidays and weddings. The artefacts of Dubai’s art history have been preserved at many of the city’s museums, including the Dubai Museum, which showcases the local antiques and handcrafted specimens of bygone eras. In terms of modern day masterpieces, the best of the region’s art can be found in Dubai’s numerous art galleries, museums and art centres, many of which are recent developments and have paved the way for a significant growth in the local art scene in recent years. The city has many galleries, such as Majlis and XVA, which are popular choices for viewing and purchasing art, including paintings, sculptures, glassware, ceramics and jewellery from local and international artists. Contemporary art has also built up its profile, with the Green Art Gallery and Gallery 76 (at the Dubai International Art Centre) leading the way for the movement in the city, as well as Art Dubai, a contemporary art fair held at every March.
The rise in modern art is underlined even further each year with the awarding of the Abraaj Group Art Prize, which offers US$100,000. This honour is awarded to proposals, rather than completed pieces, so that the funds can be used toward the creation of a piece that may not have had backing otherwise. The 2016 winners were the artistic duo Basel Abbas and Ruanne Abou-Rahme. Theatre has also captivated Dubai over the last decade, with the Madinat Theatre established in 2004 and the Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre (DUCTAC) opening two years later. Both centres are regarded as world-class, and feature a range of performances year round.
CULTURE Placing your finger on one feature that perfectly describes Dubai’s culture is a difficult task – it’s new while being old, humble yet opulent and Middle Eastern yet cosmopolitan. And so the best way to describe Dubai is as an exciting and vibrant mix of contrasts and juxtapositions. The lifeblood of Dubai’s culture is Islam, which inspires almost every aspect of the city’s daily life, from the traditional white robe, or dishdasha, worn by the men and the black head-to-toe abbaya worn by women, to the mosques that are a centrepiece of most neighbourhoods. There is also a culture of hospitality, courtesy, warmth and friendliness in Dubai, which is reminiscent of many traditional Arab communities.
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Layered on top of these ancient customs are distinctively modern ones, however, which have also shaped Dubai’s rich culture. Examples include the wealth found in modern day oil drilling that has brought a new affluence to the city and consequently seen the emergence of skyscrapers and luxury cars, as well a large expat population, which has brought a distinctly European influence to the city. Dubai’s geographical location and close proximity to Asia, Europe and Africa, has also played a part in shaping its cultural identity, which celebrates its own multicultural and cosmopolitan nature as a mecca for cultures and people. Shopping and trade are embedded in Dubai’s culture. The city began with the pearl trade, but has now expanded to souks or traditional marketplaces that sell anything from spices, gold, clothes, crafts and perfume to everyday items like groceries (Deira is a good place to visit for these), or plush department stores and shopping centres. For a traditional culture fix, take in some of the city’s old architecture (Al Fahidi Fort and Jumeirah Mosque are highlights) or perhaps catch an abra (traditional wooden boat) across Dubai Creek. Or you could get yourself down to a camel race or go for a stroll through the Bastakiya region, with its late 19th century maze of lanes and restored art galleries, cafés, traditional houses and boutique hotels.
Majlis Gallery Al Musalla Roundabout, Al Fahidi Neighbourhood, Bur Dubai
This beautifully restored villa in historical Bastakiya provides a meeting point for artists and art lovers alike, and produces paintings, drawings, furniture, ceramics, jewellery and glass sculptures. Tel: +971 4 353 6233 www.themajlisgallery.com
XVA Gallery Building 7, Al Fahidi Neighbourhood, Bur Dubai
This predominantly contemporary art gallery is also the place to visit for screenings of local and international arthouse films, boutique hotel accommodation, a bite to eat at an award-winning vegetarian café or the purchase of locally inspired jewellery, artwork or crafts. Tel: +971 4 353 5383 www.xvagallery.com
THEATRE Madinat Theatre, Souk Madinat, Jumeirah
Opening in 2004, Madinat was Dubai’s first purposebuilt theatre and showcases a range of productions including operas, dramas, film screenings, magic shows and musicals throughout the year. Tel: +971 4 366 6546 www.madinattheatre.com
Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre (DUCTAC)
ART GALLERIES
Sheikh Zayed Road
Dubai International Art Centre Villa 27, Street 76b, Jumeirah
Here you’ll find one of the city’s largest collections of local and international paintings, photography, sculptures and installations. It also houses a library and a learning centre complete with art classes for those who have been particularly inspired by their experience here. Tel: +971 4 344 4398 www.artdubai.com
Just as the name suggests, DUCTAC is dedicated to the arts, boasting world-class facilities including a 543-seat theatre, an art gallery and the Dubai Centre for Musical Arts, as well as various art studios, which hold regular workshops. Tel: +971 4 341 4777 www.ductac.org
MUSEUMS Dubai Museum
The Green Art Gallery was one of the first galleries in Dubai to exhibit Arab art, and it continues to support the region’s emerging contemporary artists.
Housed in the 228-year-old Al Fahidi Fort, this is worth visiting just to explore the building. You will be equally impressed, however, with its interior, as you delve into Dubai’s history and inspect the museum’s resident relics and dioramas of life here before the discovery of oil, as well as its displays of regional artefacts and antiques.
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Green Art Gallery Al Quoz 1, Street 8, Al Serkal Avenue, Dubai
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Fashion, the abaya and beyond WORDS HEATHER BLOOM
Sink into exquisite silks and fall in love with delicate hand-woven fabrics made with the finest quality thread and formed into couture masterpieces by world-class designers. You can be sure that each treasure brought back from Dubai will be a uniquely crafted garment of undeniable grace and beauty. A popular tourist destination, Dubai is a global hotspot and regarded as an essential stopover for the avid shopper. Visitors should look beyond the tax-free items and discounted gold to find the thriving fashion metropolis just below Dubai’s sandy surface. Dubai is home to some of the worlds largest and most elaborate shopping malls, so it’s no wonder its locals are well-versed in international designers. With the likes of Fendi, Gucci and other big name labels situated here, they happily while away many hours in the cool air-conditioned havens of these retail centres. Among the coveted international brands are many Middle Eastern designers, such as Elie Saab, KBT Concept, Fatema Fardan and Abeer Al Suwaidi incorporating Arabic influences into their designs and shaking up traditional garments to great effect. Innovative designs of the iconic abaya (a traditional long robe generally worn with a headscarf) are causing a stir among locals and
THE ABAYA ENGINEERS Two fashion houses continue to make a stir. Dar Waad creates quirky garments that take elements from traditional dress across the globe such as the Japanese kimono, Indian sari and Roman toga. Dar Waad has also been so daring as to cinch in the waist of the abaya in an effort to mildly accentuate the female form. Meanwhile, Rouge Couture blends Arabian and Chinese culture into its fashion line. Created by savvy businesswomen and best friends, Sara Al Madani and Apple Wang, the designs bring together the best of both worlds in elegant and sophisticated pieces, which are cut from the finest fabric and uniquely tailored.
the new take on familiar Arabic wear has begun to reach Western stores in a trendsetting global phenomenon. Perhaps the best representation of Dubai’s fashion prowess is disclosed in the biannual Dubai Fashion Week (DFW). Held in April (autumn/ winter collections) and October (spring/summer collections), this is an event not to be missed by any serious fashionista.
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Part of Fashion Week’s fanfare includes displaying up-and-coming artists in the Emerging Designer Awards and showing off local designers to a crowd of trade and industry representatives. Held at the Dubai World Trade Centre, the event is so exclusive that entry can only be granted by invitation , so if you’re not part of the who’s who of the fashion world, sneaking in via an oversized Hermès Birkin may be your only option… If recent DFW shows are anything to go by, the current collections will be sure to have temperatures rising, especially as local designer Rabia Z (a former Emerging Designer Award winner and one of the world’s most influential Arab personalities) takes her latest collection to the runway fresh from preview on international catwalks. Rabia Z’s collection is based on the idea that modern Arabian women can be both fashion conscious and conservative, and this concept is winning her many international fans. Her first collection, Ruby, was inspired by Middle Eastern traditions and she has continued to design a range of garments that are both practical and fashionable. From sportswear to work clothes, Rabia Z designs have eliminated the distance between fashion and faith, while maintaining a classic style that is beloved the world over. The concept of bringing Arabian fashion into the international market is echoed throughout Dubai’s local collections, and there are several key players in this mission to put the Middle East on par with the largest fashion houses in the world. Emirati fashion pioneer Abeer Al Suwaidi believes that the global perception of Middle Eastern clothing, in particular the abaya, is shifting from a traditional representation to fashion statement. This has been seen with designers moving away from the traditional black abaya to using colour. Al Suwaidi, along with the likes of Rabia Z (who famously added a pink jumpsuit and headscarf to her collection), includes detailed embellishments on her designs, while playing with the cut and drapery of time-honoured garment models. Al Suwaidi’s signature item from her brand USH is the ‘skinny’ abaya. Imagine the Western world’s ‘skinny’ jeans with an Arabic twist. Al Suwaidi sees the abaya as a vehicle in which to celebrate femininity, and her designs play with
OSCAR DE LA RENTA Oscar de la Renta is one of the world’s leading luxury goods companies. The New York-based company was established in 1965, and encompasses a full line of women’s accessories, bridal wear, children’s wear, fragrances, beauty products and home goods, in addition to its internationally renowned women’s ready-to-wear collection. The design house is built on the foundation of femininity, craftsmanship and timeless style. The Dubai Mall, G Level, Fashion Avenue, Dubai Tel: +971 4 339 9005
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colour, texture and shape to transform garments into elegant items of clothing that confidently display the fashion-forward, modern face of Dubai. Along with Al Suwaidi’s Emirati counterparts is German/Arab designer Mona Fares, whose label Neon Edge presents collections that reflect her hometown, Dubai. Infused with bright colours and exotic silks, Fares’ designs have been inspired by the vibrant nature of Dubai in a beautiful expression of her birthplace. Recently she launched the Friendship collection, celebrating glorious midnight blues, regal purples, delicate offwhites and glamorous headscarves. In an effort to capitalise on the lucrative audience captivated by the modern changes being made to traditional garments, the world’s largest fashion houses are now creating designs specifically for this market. Both Gucci and Hermès have designed a line of headscarves, while many designers are experimenting with made-tomeasure abayas. There is no way to avoid the fact that Dubai’s spectacular setting is enhanced by its gorgeous local and international garments, and so, if the beauty of this city doesn’t take your breath away, then the stunning fashion certainly will. From the catwalks of the world to the streets of the style capitals, Salam has its finger on the pulse of everything that’s hot in the world of high fashion. From Armani and Hugo Boss to Escada, Corneliani and so many more… if you’re looking to look good, Salam is the destination you’re after. ●
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Jewellery GOLDEN MOMENTS FROM THE LIKES OF FREYWILLE, AND GLISTENING DIAMONDS FROM YVAN TUFENKJIAN, IMPERIA, CARTIER AND MORE.
WORDS VEENAH GUNASEGARAN
Dubai’s golden wealth is so striking that the city retains a permanent golden hue. It is reminiscent of the impression the sun’s rays make when setting against the Burj Al Arab; while the city’s diamonds and pearls almost make the moon pale in comparison. With these promises, Dubai quietly beckons visitors to indulge in its exquisite jewellery, made by experts who pride themselves on creating unrivalled pieces that outshine expectations. This allure is unsurprising, as Dubai offers an abundance of jewellery shops (both big and small), enforces a strict quality law on its products ensuring the best of the best and offers competitive prices by not charging sales tax on purchases.
DIAMONDS Diamonds may not come to mind in the same way that gold and pearls do when conjuring up thoughts of Dubai’s bustling jewellery scene, but they are fast gaining attention in the city’s international trade market. Along with having its own diamond exchange (Dubai Diamond Exchange), Dubai also trades some of the best diamonds in the international market – making the gleam from this precious gem extend beyond its physical properties.
Buying a diamond is a difficult task, and the four ‘C’s – cut, colour, carat and clarity – should always be meticulously checked prior to purchase.The charisma of a diamond comes from its precise ‘cut’ and the sparkle that bounces off its polished surface. The cut of a diamond depends on three attributes – the maximum light reflected back through the stone, the dispersion of the light into a spectrum of colours and the flashes of dazzling light that catch your eye with every move of the stone. The ‘colour’ of a diamond is also important in deciding its value, and it is calculated using a colour-grading scale. ‘D’ is graded to diamonds that are close to ‘colourless’ and they are the generally the most expensive (with the exception of the colours pink and blue, which are extremely rare and not included in this colour range). At the end of the grading scale is the ‘Z’ classification, which is the least desirable and is for diamonds that have slight hints of yellow or brown in them. The weight of a diamond is measured in carats, where one carat is equivalent to 0.2 grams, or about the weight of a paperclip. One carat is divided into 100 points, so a 25-point diamond will be 0.25 carats. Larger diamonds have a higher cost per carat, due to their increased rarity. Carat shouldn’t be confused with ‘karat’, which is used to measure gold purity.
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A diamond’s ‘clarity’ refers to any of its identifying features and if it contains any flaws. These flaws are called ‘inclusions’ and are basically air bubbles, cracks or any non-diamond minerals that appear in the diamond. Look for an ‘FL’ grade on your diamond to know if it’s completely flawless or, at the extreme end, ‘I3’ for obvious inclusions. Once you’ve gone through the four ‘C’s before buying your diamond, you’re only left with one more ‘C’ – cost, which shouldn’t be too much of a worry considering you are guaranteed the best quality diamonds at competitive prices when shopping in Dubai.
PEARLS There is an Arabic legend that says when moonlight-filled dewdrops descended to the sea from the sky, they were swallowed by oysters and thus formed pearls inside their shells. Dubai’s association with pearls goes as far back as this old adage – long before the discovery of oil on the Gulf, pearl trading was the source of most of Dubai’s wealth. Today, while we may have a more scientific explanation for the formation of pearls, the concept of their creation is still similar – when a foreign object slips through into an oyster and irritates it (much like a splinter in a toe), the
FREYWILLE For over 30 years, FREYWILLE has been setting new standards in jewellery design, enamelling processes and internationalisation. Its passion for the humanist and philosophical traditions of Europe is a defining element of the FREYWILLE culture, which places creative power and the joy of art above all else. Under the direction of CEO Dr Friedrich Wille and creative director Simone Grünberger-Wille, the FREYWILLE artists combine their skill and talent to create unique, classic creations for their customers. The collections frequently pay homage to the world’s greatest artists, with the likes of Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele and Alphonse Mucha all used as reference points and inspiration. One of FREYWILLE’s most glorious collections references the master French impressionist, Claude Monet, as you’ll see in the images opposite. FREYWILLE has boutiques all over the world, including in Dubai, where it is located in the Mall of the Emirates, Deira City Centre and Central Galleria in the Mirdif City Centre. Visit the website to find the one nearest to you. www.freywille.com
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oyster naturally tries to protect itself by coating the object with layers of the same substance of which its outer shell is made (nacre) and eventually over time these layers form into a pearl. Generally, cultured pearls are less sought after than natural pearls, despite their equalled quality, simply because they are not as rare. Pearls are on par with diamonds as symbols of elegance and natural beauty, and their value, like that of a diamond, is also determined by factors like size, colour, lustre, shape and surface quality. The main thing to look out for when selecting a pearl is the glowing appearance of its surface and its ability to reflect light. Look at the pearl and, if you find your reflection looking back at you, then it’s made of exceptional quality, thanks to the layer of nacre coating it. The quality of the pearl’s lustre is attributed to two main factors – the health of the mother oyster and the length of time the pearl spent in the oyster. Pearls can be found in a whole range of colours, from shades of white, pink, silver, gold and blue, through to darker colours such as peacock green and aubergine purple, to shades of grey.
SCHOEFFEL For nearly a century, the House of Schoeffel has been producing the most exquisite pearl jewellery. Choose from the four breathtaking collections – Collier, Creative, Classic and Corture – and revel in pure luxury. www.schoeffel.com
YVAN TUFENKJIAN Yvan Tufenkjian’s jewellery is the result of a passion for intricate and brilliant craftsmanship, reflecting a harmonious meeting of Eastern and Western cultures. Taking the philosophy of ‘Naturally Inspired’ as the launching pad, this jeweller creates magnificent pieces that each tell a story and make an artistic statement. From Leon Tufenkjian’s first shop over Beirut’s gold souk in 1909, the brand has evolved and grown while still remaining an exclusively family run enterprise. The New Heritage Collection is a modern interpretation of timeless yet contemporary pieces. The collection defines what it means to be an heirloom with round, pear and marquise diamonds elegantly set in designs that promise to be relevant for a lifetime. www.facebook.com/yvantufenkjian www.yvantufenkjian.com
The shape of a pearl varies from round to baroque (irregular) with the spherical and symmetrical shapes being the most popular choice with consumers today. The size of a pearl is also important, and is measured in millimetres. This has an impact upon the price, where a millimetre’s difference can raise the price by up to 200 percent.
GOLD Dubai is also known as ‘The City of Gold’, both because of the important part the city plays as
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DAMAS With its headquarters in Dubai, Damas is one of the Middle East’s leading international jewellery and watch retailers. Here you will find:
Midnight Sky Necklace. © Mikimoto
BRUMANI The essence of Brumani incorporates a passion for jewellery, design and precious gems, entwined with the art of ‘handmade’ jewellery and the pursuit of excellence in every detail. The legacy of the family, from Italian and German immigrants with more than 50 years of tradition in jewellery, has been left to the Brazilian brothers. Their strong and colourful identity elegantly depicts the spirit of Brazil into each and every jewellery piece with the use of only the finest gemstones. FABERGÉ Founded in 1842, Fabergé has been the most revered name in jewellery since Peter Carl Fabergé became the official goldsmith to the Russian Imperial Court. The house created exquisite jewels and objects, including the legendary series of lavish and ingenious Imperial Easter Eggs. Today, Fabergé continues to explore and epitomise the ‘art of colour’, pushing the boundaries of artistry and craftsmanship with superlative coloured gemstones and innovative techniques. PASQUALE BRUNI Pasquale Bruni was drawn into the world of jewellery at a very young age in the workshops of Valenza, the centre for the production of jewellery in Italy. He rapidly mastered the techniques and learned the secrets of the goldsmith’s trade, as well as developing a keen eye for detail. A piece of jewellery created by Pasquale Bruni is a work of art that charms with its minute details. www.damasjewellery.com
an international platform for gold manufacture and trade, and because of how much the locals appreciate this precious metal. Indeed, Dubai’s inhabitants are so enthralled by gold that 76 percent of them are owners of it and they are also eager to share it with those that travel to their land –almost 95 percent of Dubai’s tourists make a gold purchase of some sort! On average, 34 grams of gold is bought by each person in Dubai per annum, which accounts for the highest per capita of gold sales in the world. One of the most popular places to purchase gold in Dubai is the Gold Souk, a traditional market consisting of around 300 jewellery retailers. At any given time, there is said to be around 10 tonnes of gold or jewellery at the souk and this is evident from the dazzling shine from the window of each store proudly displaying its jewellery. The diversity of shops here gives you an unlimited choice for purchase, which could either help or hinder your decision-making. Haggling is the only way that you can be sure of getting a good deal in the souk, so you are encouraged to be persistent, and even consider walking away, so merchants will drop their price in order to get your business. And even if they don’t comeDe back to you, there are plenty of other Camaieux CouleursSavoir Faire-10 Baia vendors to offer youVerde. a price you’ll be happy with. ● © Van Cleef and Arpels
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Timepieces NOTHING SAYS ‘SOPHISTICATION’ LIKE AN ELEGANT TIMEPIECE.
WORDS TUI THOMPSON
A timepiece does more than tell the time. It says something about you, about your personal style and about who you are. A timepiece also tells a story – whether it be because it is an heirloom passed down from one generation to another, a gift from someone special representing a milestone or perhaps a holiday souvenir and reminder of your travels. The personal timepiece itself came about in the 17th century after the larger clock was adapted to a smaller size. The first wristwatch was originally a women’s timepiece named the ‘wristlet’, and the concept didn’t became popular among men until the 1920s, after the battlefields of World War I introduced them to the practicalities of having the time in such a convenient location (the pocket watch had been favoured prior to this). The next big innovation to the wristwatch came in 1970, when the first digital watch changed the face of timekeeping. Since then other technological advancements include incorporating the stopwatch (chronograph), perpetual calendars, minute repeaters (tourbillon), alarms, GPS and even heart rate monitors. In the last few years, smart watches have been unleashed on the world, with Apple’s contribution to that genre appearing in 2015.
But even Apple realises that class and luxury can make a big difference when it comes to what you wear on your wrist – hence its partnership with Hermès for one version and its top of the range 18-carat rose gold Apple Watch Edition. While a timepiece is undoubtedly functional, most would agree that in a world of mobile phones, computers, alarm clocks and other household items, the humble wristwatch could be considered somewhat unnecessary. But the popularity of the personal timepiece with men, women and children around the globe is a testament to the value bestowed on it. And this is true for all, from celebrities such as Nicole Kidman with her Omega Ladymatic and George Clooney with his Seamaster to regular people going about their daily business. The longevity of brands such as Vacheron Constantin and Breguet, which have over 500 years’ experience in watchmaking between them, is also proof that watches have more value than telling the time and are indeed a lasting commodity. Because of their grand appeal there is much variation when it comes to wristwatches; for example, men and women’s watches tend to differ in terms of size and capability. If not opting for a classic design, men tend to choose their
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timepieces based on added functions, such as water resistance or an alarm; whereas women will are more likely to base their watch purchase on appearance or as an adornment. With so much choice out there, it may be hard to know where to start when looking for the right timepiece for you. Choosing a brand that specialises in what you are looking for, however, can be a step in the right direction. For example, brands such as Breitling have made their name by engineering precision timepieces that service a range of professions that rely on keeping time – such as pilots, divers and astronauts. Seiko is renowned for its sports watches, Rolex for classic style, Piaget for its elegance and extravagance, and so on. Nevertheless, no matter what your personal timepiece style is – something classic that reflects a bygone era and won’t date or something a little more contemporary that can be tailored to be a little more individual – buying a timepiece is like purchasing a piece of art. It is subjective and, once you’ve made your decision, if you look after your purchase, it may even grow in value. But whatever it is that you do find, if you’ve chosen well, you can be assured that your timepiece will be timeless.
Oyster perpetual Submariner. © Rolex
ROLEX The premier watch brand revealed the latest editions of some of its classic watches in its line-up at Baselworld 2017.
OYSTER PERPETUAL LADY-DATEJUST The classic Rolex feminine watch, the LadyDatejust is in the lineage of the Datejust, the emblematic Rolex model that has been a byword for style and accurate timekeeping ever since its launch in 1945. The Lady-Datejust comes in a wealth of versions to perfectly reflect the different personalities of its wearers. The range of materials and colours is equalled only by the variety of bracelets and dials. The 18 ct gold of Rolex watches shines with a special radiance, while Everose, an exclusive pink gold alloy patented by Rolex, owes its unique colour to its special composition that preserves the pink colour over time. Each Lady-Datejust is also certified as a Superlative Chronometer.
OYSTER PERPETUAL SUBMARINER Created in 1953, the Submariner was the first watch waterproof to a depth of 100 metres. Since that time it has expanded its horizons, conquering terra firma as a symbol of the watch of action. On land as at sea, this emblematic watch has
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irresistible seductive power. The unidirectional rotatable bezel of the Submariner is equipped with a Cerachrom insert – in black, blue or green, depending on the version. The 60-minute graduation allows divers to monitor their time underwater for their safety. The insert, made of an extremely hard and corrosion-resistant ceramic, is virtually scratchproof and its colour is unaffected by ultraviolet rays. The numerals and the graduations are engraved in the ceramic and coated with gold or platinum using a PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) process patented by Rolex. The bezel’s knurled edge offers excellent grip when manipulating the bezel to set dive time.
OYSTER PERPETUAL YACHT-MASTER II Created in 2007, the Yacht-Master II features an exclusive function developed by Rolex, a programmable countdown with a mechanical memory that can be synchronised on the fly – a function that responds ideally to the need for precise timing during the crucial starting sequence of a regatta. Although technically complex, it is essentially very simple to use. The watch is also a unique regatta chronograph dedicated to both yachting enthusiasts and experienced sailors. There is a ring command bezel for countdown programming and a Rolex-certified Superlative Chronometer. Its self-winding mechanical chronograph movement is COSC certified, while it also features a column wheel and vertical clutch for instantaneous chronograph start. The Oyster case is waterproof to a depth of 100 metres www.rolex.com
CHOPARD HAPPY FISH The exquisite Happy Fish collection welcomes a splendid model. With the ‘métiers d’art’, the new Happy Fish celebrates the magic of the underwater world. Offering a harmonious vision in turquoise and gold, the graceful movements and flowing curves of a majestic fish that is visible by night come to life through delicate engraving on the shimmering mother-of-pearl. The rounded shapes adorned with gold leaf create a softly glistening and luminous effect enhanced by graded shades of snow-set blue sapphires. Dancing across these waves are seven luminescent moving diamonds, while the red jasper eye of the fish stands out like an exclamation mark against the turquoise backdrop. The extreme delicacy of this
jewellery craftsmanship continues on the bezel, which is set with diamonds of three different alternating sizes, while the 18-carat rose gold case fitted with a white shimmering alligator strap shelters a mechanical self-winding movement.
LA VIE EN ROSE Chopard’s classic Imperiale watch line welcomes a delightful pastel pink model artfully combining softness with sophisticated elegance, for those who love to see life through rose-tinted glasses. The Imperiale watch distils a wealth of details that are nods to the finest hours of ancient Rome. The sovereign nature of the collection is expressed through the powerful stature of the Roman numerals marking the hours, as well as through the tapered hand design reminiscent of combat daggers. The straight lines of these symbols are softened by the delicate shade of pink infusing the entire timepiece with an aura of exquisite lightness. Even the alligator leather strap takes on the tender blush of finer feelings. The dial centre adorned in old rose mother-of-pearl glows with an opulent velvety radiance. Epitomising a subtle blend of power and gentleness, the Imperiale la Vie en Rose reveals a more sensitive and romantic aspect of the Imperiale personality. It is available in a 100-piece limited edition featuring a stainless steel case.
JOAILLERIE The watchmaker-jeweller offers a secret watch that is as much a magnificent bracelet as a precious timepiece. Like a mosaic from the preColombian era, the dial cover is entirely set with brilliant-cut diamonds and turquoises in subtly varied shades. Its almost hypnotic radiance exudes an aura of mystery and seduction. When the dial finally opens, the signature symbols of the Imperiale collection appear, those precious details that endow this jewellery creation with its legendary distinction and strength of character: Roman numerals, tapered hands reminiscent of combat daggers, as well as the famous motif evoking the embroideries adorning the hangings and cushions on which monarchs placed their insignia. The latter pattern appears on the watch cover mosaic, set with diamonds on the bracelet lugs, as well as lending an original touch to the seconds display – while the dial centre is stamped with a radiant sunburst guilloché decoration in a nod to the Inca dynasty’s fascination for this supreme heavenly body.
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Oyster perpetual Yacht-Master. © Rolex
Imperiale la Vie en Rose. © Chopard
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FROM ITS INDOOR SKI FIELD WITH REAL SNOW, ADRENALINEPUMPING ADVENTURE ON THE WATER, DYNAMIC INTERNATIONAL SPORTING AND MUSIC EVENTS, AND ITS FINE DINING AND NIGHTLIFE SCENE, DUBAI OFFERS THE EXPERIENCE OF A LIFETIME NO MATTER WHAT STYLE OR TASTE YOU POSSESS.
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Shopping in Dubai AL GHURAIR CENTRE, MALL OF THE EMIRATES AND DUBAI DUTY FREE ARE ALL LEADING THE WAY IN THE SHOPPING DEPARTMENT. WORDS JAMES JORDAN
DUBAI DUTY FREE Dubai Duty Free (DDF) opened for business on 20 December 1983. Over the past 33 years the operation has grown to become one of the top airport retailers in the world with a sales turnover of US$1.917 billion in 2014. Already covering 26,000 square metres of retail space, DDF increased that by an additional 7000 square metres when it opened Concourse D. Employing around 6000 people, Dubai Duty Free has consistently raised the benchmark for airport retailing in the Middle East and internationally. Dubai International Airport Tel: +971 4 216 2453
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MALL OF THE EMIRATES A central city hub of shopping, leisure and entertainment, Mall of the Emirates became Dubai’s first ‘shopping resort’ when it opened its doors in 2005. With an eclectic mix of brands such as Harvey Nichols, Cartier, Christian Louboutin, Zara and Versace, Mall of the Emirates caters to every shopper’s needs… every shopper and skier that is, as the world-renowned indoor ski
resort, Ski Dubai, is also located here. Open all year round, the Ski Resort hosts myriad winter activities guaranteed to entertain any snow bunny for hours. Interchange 4, Sheikh Zayed Road Tel: +971 4 409 9000
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DUBAI MALL With around 1200 stores, as well as many activities and attractions such as an aquarium, ice-skating rink and cinema, not to mention more than 150 food vendors ranging from fast-food to fine dining, one could easily while away an entire day here. Not that you could miss it, but while you are here, be sure to drop into Galeries Lafayette, which is Dubai’s largest department store and houses the latest in fashion, cosmetics, interior design and gourmet food products, as well as a modern French restaurant. Paris Gallery is another ‘must’ for those who enjoy high-end accessories and luxury beauty products. Financial Centre Road, Downtown Dubai Tel: +800 382224 6255
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PULLMAN DUBAI DEIRA CITY CENTRE This is Dubai’s urban shopping and entertainment destination with over 370 international stores featuring popular high street brands such as Iconic, Debenhams, Virgin Megastore, Zara and H&M. Whether you’re here to dine at the mall’s choice of more than 55 restaurants and cafés, catch the latest blockbuster at VOX Cinemas or spend time with the family at Magic Planet, Pullman Dubai Deira City Centre is where you’ll love to shop, dine and play. Sheikh Rashid Road, Deira City Centre
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with 30 to 90 percent off the recommended retail price on most products, it may just be worth your while starting your Dubai shopping safari here. Route 66, Al-Ain Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 423 4666
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DUBAI MARINA MALL With around 160 stores, this may not be Dubai’s biggest mall, but what it lacks in size, it makes up for with impressive waterfront views, being located on Jumeirah Beach and Dubai Marina. For a bite to eat, there is alfresco dining along the Marina Promenade or casual dining in the mall’s Gourmet Tower. Exit 32, off Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
IBN BATTUTA MALL
Tel: +971 4 436 1020
Designed as homage to the travels of 14th century Arabic explorer Ibn Battuta, this mall lays claim to being the world’s largest themed shopping mall. Its six courts reflect each of the regions Battuta travelled to – China, India, Persia, Egypt, Tunisia and Andalusia. While the centre aims to be an experience in itself, this does not overshadow the 275 retailers, 50 restaurants and 21 cinema screens, including Dubai’s only IMAX theatre that also resides here. Between Interchanges 5 and 6, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 362 1900
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WAFI MALL Combing fashion, food, entertainment and art in one place is Wafi Mall, which has more than 350 stores, and entertainment including an Encounter Zone with rides and games, an indoor climbing wall and regular live music acts. The mall also features art cafés, galleries and exhibitions by local and international artists. For those who enjoy art of the wearable kind, there are many fashion stores including Salam, which has the best in women’s, men’s and children’s clothing and accessories, as well as beauty, photography, travel and home wares. Sheikh Rashi Road, Dubai
If high fashion and elite brands are your thing, then you’ll love the BurJuman Centre. It is touted as one of most luxurious retail centres in the world, with a list of residents including Cartier, Chopard, Tag Heuer, Dior, DKNY and Hermès. The centre itself, which also comprises business space, duplex residences and hotel suites, is one of the oldest malls in Dubai and a testament to style and design with ornate and well thought out architecture being one of its major features. Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 352 0222
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DUBAI OUTLET MALL Get yourself ready for a bargain at the Middle East’s outlet shopping centre, Dubai Outlet Mall, where you’ll find 240 stores with more than 800 high-end fashion brands at discounted prices. And
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DUBAI SOUKS While Dubai’s traditional marketplaces may not be as big and popular as they once were, they are still vibrant, colourful and exciting, and rival any of the mod cons and glitz of the new malls in their experience and excitement. They are largely located in Deira and Bur Dubai on either side of Dubai creek, so grab an abra to traverse up and down the creek for a truly local experience. There is a range of different souks, including spice souks for fresh herbs and spices, gold souks for jewellery, textile souks for brilliant silks and perfume souks where you can get a custom-made scent to perfectly match your personality. There are also several souks, such as Souk Madinat Jumeirah and Meena Bazaar. www.dubaisouks.net
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AL GHURAIR CENTRE IS DUBAI’S COOL MALL WITH AN EDGY AMBIANCE. THIS URBAN HUB PROVIDES A VILLAGE SQUARE ATMOSPHERE IN THE CENTRE OF DEIRA. GALERIES LAFAYETTE
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The legendary French style is truly alive in the shopping capital of the Middle East, thanks to Galeries Lafayette’s massive, three-storey shop at The Dubai Mall. With a total area of 19,980 square metres, Galeries Lafayette claims the distinction of being the largest department store in Dubai. A visit to the shop reveals the various features that make the store stand out: plenty of space to make shopping a breeze, modern and chic interior design, and a countless array of the most fashionable labels under one roof.
Al Ghurair Centre is Dubai’s cool mall with an edgy ambiance. This urban hub provides a village square atmosphere in the centre of Deira. Supporting local and international artistic talent, Al Ghurair Centre is known for holding Dubai’s liveliest events. Events include DubFest international street theatre and comedy fair (March), StreetCon urban art fest (April) and BandJam battle of the bands (November). There are also myriad dining options from Panda Express Chinese Kitchen to Papa Johns Pizza, and of course shops, shops and more shops.
The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai
Al Rigga Road, Dubai
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Sport in Dubai SPEED, GLAMOUR, SPECTACLE… EXPLORE A RANGE OF THRILLING SPORTS IN DUBAI
WORDS BEN ERSKINE
Clear blue waters, sandy desert dunes and rolling greens allow visitors to practise their golf swing, explore ancient coral reefs or ride across the rugged countryside on a camel’s back. Every sporting taste and skill level is catered for with multimillion-dollar recreational facilities in abundance throughout the region. Warm temperatures and pristine beaches provide the perfect setting to get your feet wet with sailing, scuba diving and snorkelling facilities at every turn. For those who prefer to keep both feet firmly on the ground, horse racing, motor sports and international football matches offer speed, glamour and spectacle in the comfort of luxury autodromes and arenas.
DUBAI RUGBY SEVENS Each December, Dubai hosts the Middle Eastern leg of the highly popular Rugby Sevens World Series. This three-day event attracts more than 120,000 fans to the games in support of the 16 competing countries from all parts of the globe, making it one of Dubai’s most colourful and multicultural sporting events of the year. Supporters are treated to the cream of international rugby talent as they battle it out in a shorter version of the traditional rugby union 15man game. The contest is always fast and furious, with skill and speed being more important than the conventional brawn associated with rugby. The action is equally exciting off the field, with plenty
of music being played around the grounds for all to enjoy, as well as the crowd customarily creating a carnival-like atmosphere in the stands. www.dubairugby7s.com
GOLF Dubai boasts a stunning portfolio of world-class golf courses, including the exclusive Emirates Golf Club which features two championship courses and a private nine-hole, par three course, along with two premium driving ranges, designed to be enjoyed by golfers of all calibres. The internationally renowned greens play host to the Dubai Desert Classic and Dubai Ladies Masters, attracting a selection of championship players and golfing connoisseurs from across the globe. The Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club, situated in the heart of the city, is recognised by its superbly manicured fairways, undulating sand dunes and date and palm trees perched along the creek’s edge. This spectacular course is floodlit during the evening to cater to all schedules, as the clear waters of the creek wind alongside at least four holes where several artificial lakes embellish the expansive greens. After a round or two with friends or colleagues, members may also enjoy the excellent facilities, including six award-winning restaurants and bars, a fitness centre, a swimming pool and a 121-berth marina. www.dubaigolf.com
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HORSERACING The racing season runs from November to April, with the Meydan Racecourse the centrepiece of the season, boasting a mile-long grandstand able to accommodate 60,000 spectators. The state-of-theart facility was officially opened in 2010 and also has a nine-hole golf course and five-star hotel trackside. The Dubai racing calendar culminates in the Dubai World Cup, as it has since 1996. This Group One flat race is an invitation-only event with horses travelling from all over the globe for a chance at the US$10 million prize. The race itself is part of the Dubai World Cup day, which has a series of nine races with a prize pool of more than US$27.25 million, making it the richest horseracing meet in the world. The 2017 grand prize was won by Arrogate, ridden by Mike Smith, who came from behind in a nail-biting finish to sprint to victory. www.dubaiworldcup.com
WATER SPORTS Hot weather and the pristine waters of the Arabian Sea combine to provide pristine conditions for water sports, so it’s no wonder that Dubai has plenty on offer. The Gulf’s shallow waters and coral reefs make the perfect location for snorkelling and scuba diving. The calm waters also fare well for sailing, windsurfing and jet boating. For those who like to spectate, Dubai hosts a range of events. The Dubai International Marine Club has to be the city’s most popular venue for big meets and regularly features a range of events, such as the Dubai Traditional Rowing Race, UAE (United Arab Emirates) Wooden Powerboat Championship, UAE Jet Ski Championship and the internationally renowned UIM World Powerboat Championship. www.dimc.ae
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE On dry land, Dubai also has plenty of sporting activities to choose from, and only a short journey from the hustle and bustle of the city is the open expanse of the Arabian Desert, which offers an adventure playground in itself. Go on your own four-wheel drive desert safari, as you shoot across dunes and over steep slopes. Or, if you prefer things at a slower pace, you could take a camel trek through the desert, as so many Bedouin tribesmen have done before you.
Camels are also used for the traditional UAE sport of the camel racing, which continues to be popular with locals and visitors alike. Racing is held from October to April on Thursdays, Fridays or Saturdays, and there are 15 tracks in the UAE, with Nad Al Sheba Racecourse being Dubai’s most prominent. Races can have anywhere between 15 to 70 camels racing and are between four and 10 kilometres in length – it is advised that you bring your binoculars. www.dubaicity.com
FOOTBALL In recent years, the UAE has experienced football fever. Established in 2009, the Dubai Sports City Football Academy was designed to provide world-class training facilities for children, amateurs and professional teams and players. Similar world-class venues throughout Dubai host the UAE league matches and international friendly ties. And the fact that a number of international teams now have Dubaibased owners has also invigorated this country’s interest in the world game. During January, the World Series of Football attracts top players from Europe and South America to Dubai, resulting in an edge-of-the-seat sporting experience not to be missed. Arab neighbour Qatar will be hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2022, and so this is set to bring even more football excitement to the region in the coming years. www.theworldseriesoffootball.com
MOTORSPORTS The ultra-modern Dubai Autodrome has established itself as one of the finest motor sport venues within the UAE. This cutting edge circuit features more than five kilometres of high-speed straights and challenging technical corners across six independent configurations. The world-class facility has fast become the favoured venue of international racing events, including the FIA GT Championship, World Touring Car Championship and Al GP. Michael Schumacher, Jacques Villeneuve and Kimi Räikkönen have all raced at the Autodrome, which features a series of VIP suites with superior views across the course. www.dubaiautodrome.com
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Café and confectionary WELCOME TO EXPOSES A NEW BREED OF SPECIALITY STORES ON THE LUSH DUBAI AVENUES. CHOIX PATISSERIE AND RESTAURANT PAR PIERRE GAGNAIRE
NEUHAUS
Renowned for its refined afternoon tea selection and ample terrace setting overlooking Festival Bay, Choix Patisserie and Restaurant par Pierre Gagnaire at InterContinental Dubai Festival City offers the authenticity of a true Parisian experience, whether it be a fresh breakfast, afternoon tea experience accompanied with an array of assorted pastries or a light affair from the lunch and dinner menu.
At Neuhaus, creating exquisite chocolate is a passion. Top quality ingredients are handled with over 155 years of know-how and craftsmanship. Luxurious gift boxes make the Neuhaus creations unforgettable. Take a moment to indulge yourself and discover how the long-standing tradition and innovation are driving Neuhaus to be the best in luxury Belgian chocolate. Retail outlets: Wafi Mall (ground level) Tel: +971 4 324 1755
InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, Dubai
Jumeirah Centre (ground level) Tel: +971 4 349 3800
Tel: +971 4 701 1136 www.diningdfc.com
Dubai Mall (LG level) opening soon Tel: +971 4 434 0368 www.chocolate-gift-delights.com
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DÉLIFRANCE
GODIVA
Since 1984 Délifrance has emerged as a world leader in French bakeries, serving up a variety of products inspired by the French savoir de vivre and Parisian elegance. It uses the finest ingredients and recipes from top chefs, such as the award-winning Michel Roth (Michelin starred, Bocuse d’or, Meilleur ouvrier de France). Customers can select from an extensive range of breads and pastries, as well as hot and cold dishes, from breakfast through to dinner. Each pastry product is made from top quality wheat, chosen in close collaboration with cereal producers. Délifrance endeavours to work with ingredients that make a difference to the end product, including free range eggs and organic produce. The bistro and bakery serves up a variety of options, including sandwiches, burgers and quiche, and is the perfect place to refuel with friends or family.
With a heritage dating back to 1926, Godiva has developed a worldwide reputation for excellence with a presence in over 80 countries offering a wide range of chocolate creations. Inspired by the values of Lady Godiva – her passion, generosity, boldness and pioneering spirit – Godiva creates the ultimate chocolate experience and makes the right statement, whatever the occasion. Perfectly combining its craftsmanship and heritage, Godiva’s chocolates have become synonymous with luxury and innovation in the Belgian tradition, bringing the best of Belgium to the world.
Ibn Battuta Mall
City Walk Tel: +971 4 345 0088
Ground Floor, Ibn Battuta Mall, Metro Link, Dubai
Mirdif City Center Tel: +971 4 285 3551
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Arabian Centre Tel: +971 2 284 5878
The Dubai Mall
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Dubai stores: The Outlet Village Tel: +971 4 880 1116 JBR (The Beach) Tel: +971 4 551 6883 Mall of The Emirates Tel: +971 4 347 8440 Dubai Festival City Tel: +971 4 283 9817
Level 1, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai Tel: +971 4 321 3659
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Since 1984 Délifrance has emerged as a world leader in French bakeries, serving up a variety of products inspired by the French savoir de vivre and Parisian elegance. It uses the finest ingredients and recipes from top chefs, and customers can select from an extensive range of breads and pastries, as well as hot and cold dishes, from breakfast through to dinner. The bistro and bakery serves up a variety of options, including sandwiches, burgers and quiche, and is the perfect place to refuel with friends or family. Ground Floor, Ibn Battuta Mall, Metro Link, Dubai, UAE Tel: +971 4 442 7478 Level 1, The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai Tel: +971 4 321 3659 www.facebook.com/Delifranceuaeofficial
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Dining in Dubai WELCOME TO CONTINUES ITS CULINARY TOUR TO UNCOVER THE EMIRATE’S FINEST FOOD INSTITUTIONS.
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ANISE RESTAURANT Located on the lobby level of InterContinental Dubai City, Anise Restaurant offers visitors an exquisite journey of taste around the world with eight live cooking stations, guiding you from the Middle East to Asia to Europe. Renowned for Seafood Thursdays and Friday Brunch, Anise truly offers an experience of flavours from all corners of the globe, for the refined palate. Lobby Level, Intercontinental, Dubai Festival City Tel: +971 4 701 1127/28
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THE ARTISAN AT DIFC The Artisan, one of the newest additions to DIFC’s culinary scene, is a relaxed yet elegant expression of the Florentine three-Michelin-star restaurant, Enoteca Pinchiorri. A homegrown concept, The Artisan has an extremely simple philosophy; quality craftsmanship utilising the finest, freshest ingredients. Every aspect and minute detail has been carefully chosen to highlight the best of Italian hospitality: the relaxed, elegant interiors,
the superior ingredients and the unique cellar and bar, featuring an exceptional selection of fine wines and unique cocktails created exclusively for The Artisan. Burj Daman Building, Level P5, DIFC, Dubai Tel: +971 4 338 8133
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AT.MOSPHERE BURJ KHALIFA At.mosphere Restaurant is an exclusive fine dining restaurant and lounge, sporting sleek and stylish interiors. Specialties include prime cuts of beef, organic poultry and seafood – all freshly sourced and prepared. Here you can relax with soft tempo music in the background, while enjoying an interior decorated in hand-polished mahogany wood walls, with furniture in shades of amethyst and cocoa. Situated at a height of 442 metres (1350 feet), At.mosphere is the world’s highest restaurant located in the tallest building. Level 122, Burj Khalifa Tel: +971 4 888 3828
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Against a backdrop of regal arches and wooden trellises, luxurious drapery and flamboyant accessories, feast on Arabic and Oriental dishes from live cooking stations and a sumptuous buffet. You are invited to enjoy an Oriental lunch and Arabian Nights. Savour the flavours of international cuisine accompanied by live and uplifting music, and, not to be missed, the 1001 Flavours Brunch. The traditional Arabic dancers in colourful costumes give a lovely Arabic touch to the evening.
With crystal chandeliers, gilded columns and a terrace offering superb views of the sea, Imperium is a fabulous venue for any time of the day or any occasion. Offering a wide range of international cuisines, an ample selection of seafood, succulent roasts and seasonal salads, the restaurant provides a unique buffet-style experience. Imperium hosts a sophisticated brunch with a decadent selection of culinary and beverage options on Fridays, a New Orleans jazz themed brunch with live music on Saturdays, and, for the truly elegant, a Royale Brunch with Dom Perignon, Beluga caviar, a personal butler service and preferred seating within the restaurant.
The Palace Downtown, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, Dubai Tel: +971 4 428 7951
www.theaddress.com/ewaan
Jumeirah Zabeel Saray, Dubai
GIARDINO
Tel: +971 4 453 0444
The expansive spaces and exotic mosaic patterns that adorn the walls and pillars are the highlight of Giardino. The tribute to nature continues in the selection of local market ingredients that feature in the live-cooking stations, where guests can interact with our chefs and sample authentic cuisines from around the world. And those cuisines are certainly worth sampling. The menu features a most exclusive buffet spread, which includes such gourmet delicacies as oysters, lobster and foie gras. Plus there is a sensational cheese corner to tempt the taste buds of even the most discerning food connoisseur. The Giardino Brunch is a particular highlight.
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LA CANTINE DU FAUBOURG
Giardino Palazzo Versace Dubai
With the recent addition of chef Gilles Bosquet, La Cantine du Faubourg continues to offer a modern and fresh Parisian menu, revisiting French classics, while showcasing cuisine with influences from around the globe. The elegant dining destination is now offering a range of signature dishes including ‘honey glazed wagyu short ribs’ crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with pomelos, spring onions and coriander, ‘grilled octopus’, served with tender ratte potatoes and yuzu dressing and ‘Beef tartare du chef’ – a French classic – but revisited and presented with an Asian twist.
Culture Village, Al Jadaf, PO Box 128431, Dubai
105 Jumeirah Emirates Towers Hotel, Dubai
Tel: +971 4 556 8840
Tel: +971 4 352 7105
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HAKKASAN
LA PARRILLA
Located in the iconic Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Hakkasan Dubai comprises an elegant restaurant, bar, lounge and terrace. The menu features Hakkasan’s signature dishes such as Peking duck with caviar, as well as those created especially for an Emirate clientele. Brunch, terrace and dessert menus are available, as is Hakkasan’s awardwinning wine list, signature cocktails and worldclass cigars.
Situated on the 25th floor of Jumeirah Emirates Towers, La Parrilla is a true taste of Latin passion with a welcoming atmosphere and stunning views. The kitchen houses chefs from across South America, resulting in an authentic and diverse menu. Complementing the quality steak selection, signature dishes include Entrecostilla, slow-cooked and grilled short ribs, and Jalea de Cangrejo, crispy soft shell crab, tuna ceviche and avocado.
Jumeriah Emirates Towers, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
25th floor, Jumeirah Beach Hotel
Tel: +971 4 384 8484
Tel: +971 4 432 3232
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DUBAI MARINE BEACH RESORT & SPA JUMEIRAH, DUBAI MALECON Cuban Restaurant and Lounge Bar The place to be for the full-on Latin experience, a zesty blend of Latin American cuisines and a carefully selected fusion of international styles. Live Latino entertainment further serves to highlight the energetic mood and vibrant character of this unique outlet. Malecon offers excitement throughout the week, with a number of theme nights designed to take your entertainment experience to a whole new level. Dance the night away at Dubai’s leading Cuban outlet! Opening hours: 7 days, 7pm-3am Tel: +971 4 346 1111 www.dxbmarine.com/malecon
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DUBAI MARINE BEACH RESORT & SPA JUMEIRAH, DUBAI CAPANNA NUOVA
AL QASR
Beautifully situated on the breakwater overlooking the ocean. With an exquisite Italian cuisine Capanna Nuova offers the ultimate dining experience. No matter if you choose between romantic seating outside on the boardwalk, recommended especially during the cooler months, or dining indoor in a stylish typical Italian surroundings, you won’t be disappointed. The menu is extensive – offering a wide range of delicious antipasto, pasta, pizza, seafood and meat dishes – plus a selection of marvellous mouth-watering desserts. Opening hours: 7 days, 7pm to 12am Tel: +971 4 346 1111 www.dxbmarine.com/capanna-nuova
Enter the kingdom of 1001 delights – fine Lebanese cuisine, a distinguished atmosphere and live entertainment. This award-winning restaurant has carved a niche for itself in and around the UAE. Enjoy your meal indoors or on the picturesque terrace overlooking the lush green landscape and simmering pools of the resort. The recently renovated traditional interior décor is ideal for party bookings as well as a quiet dinner for two. Opening hours: Lunch 12.30pm to 3.30pm Dinner 7.30pm to 2.30am Tel: +971 4 346 1111 www.dxbmarine.com/Al-Qasr
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M’S BEEF BISTRO
PIERCHIC
Set in the centre of La Promenade at Le Meridien Dubai Hotel, M’s Beef Bistro borrows influences from the glamorous era of luxurious sea travel, with eclectic interiors and a choice of al fresco dining. Best known for serving a fine selection of grilled meats, crisp salads and mouth-watering desserts, the restaurant also offers seafood lovers a delightful array of the finest fares of the seas and boasts a wine list featuring rare and bold wines. The relaxed and friendly atmosphere is complimented by an open grill, a private cocktail bar and an indulgent and extensive dessert menu.
Pierchic is a high-end Modern European seafood restaurant inspired by the signature style of threeMichelin-starred French chef Laurent Gras. It offers an incomparable over-the-water dining experience and features à la carte menus of classics including oysters, scallops, octopus and lobster, as well as an array of fresh fish. A redesign maximises the views of the Arabian Gulf, the Dubai coastline, Palm Jumeirah and the iconic Burj Al Arab.
Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Centre
www.pierchic.com
Access from Al Qasr pool and beach area Madinat Jumeirah Tel: +971 4 432 3232
Tel: +971 4 702 2455
PRIME68
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NA3NA3 Na3Na3 is an impressive blend of Middle Eastern hospitality and authentic Arabic home style cooking, using traditional ingredients and seasonings. With live cooking stations, hot dishes and freshly baked breads streaming from the open kitchen, the ambience is one of warmth and elegant simplicity. The all-day dining restaurant serves a lavish buffet for breakfast, lunch and dinner, while live cooking stations and specialty events like Seafood Night, Seafood Brunch and Lebanese Night keep the experience consistently fresh with an Arabian touch. Ground Level, The Address Dubai Mall, Mohammed Bin
Prime68 is Dubai’s premier boutique steakhouse, where supreme quality ingredients are served in elegant style. The restaurant is elevated on the 68th floor, where its awe-inspiring vistas are matched by exceptional food and its elegant art deco interior evokes the glamour of bygone days. Prime68’s premium suppliers have been carefully selected for their artisan produce, cultivated with passion and consideration for the environment. Featuring the finest heritage breed beef from farms around the globe, Prime68 is true boutique steakhouse – tailored to perfection. JW Marriott Marquis, Dubai Tel: +971 4 414 3000
www.jwmarriottmarquisdubailife.com
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RAMUSAKE
Tel: +971 4 438 8888
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This signature restaurant at Burj Al Arab owes its charm to a combination of its unique underthe-sea setting and the serene colourful sea life environment, which all serves as a backdrop for a fine dining experience. Renowned for excellence and innovation in food creation, Nathan Outlaw’s signature touch of simplicity creates a range of stimulating culinary delights that will satisfy the most discerning guests. You will also have a dedicated waiter and sommelier to cater to your every request throughout the evening.
Ramusake offers an interpretation of the art of Japanese cuisine through originality and flavour by combining an exquisite mix of traditional Japanese dishes with contemporary twists. Spearheaded by nightlife entrepreneur Piers Adams, Ramusake promises a unique dining experience with specially designed dishes, including tuna sashimi pizza, cheese and truffle gyoza, and miso-brined baby chicken. As well as the extensive culinary journey, Ramusake also features an extensive list of cocktails, mocktails and sake, which pair perfectly with the exquisite food. Diners are able to relax and enjoy an array of creative dishes while relishing signature design that draws its inspiration from 1920’s ‘show era’ Tokyo.
Ground Floor, Burj Al Arab
Doubletree by Hilton Dubai, Jumeirah Beach, The Walk
Tel: +971 4 301 7600
Tel: +971 4 559 5300
www.jumeirah.com
www.ramusake.ae
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SHIBA IS THE HOME OF AUTHENTIC, DELICIOUSLY MOUTH-WATERING ASIAN CUISINE. THE FOOD CAPTURES THE HERITAGE AND VIBRANCY OF ASIA TOGETHER WITH SOME OF SHIBA’S OWN INNOVATIONS AND MODERN COOKING TECHNIQUES. RHODES TWENTY10 Rhodes Twenty10 is the popular culinary steakhouse by Michelin-starred celebrity chef Gary Rhodes OBE. Setting an elegant and intimate scene, its places emphasis on sharing food, bringing family and friends together in sleek and contemporary surroundings. The menu offers guests the opportunity to tailor their meal and create their own dining experience. Serving Euroinspired cuisine infused with a touch of Middle Eastern flavours and the culinary character of Britain, France and Italy, the menu includes citrus cured smoked salmon, crispy gorgonzola cheese mushrooms, chicken kebabs and braised lamb shanks. Finishing with a selection of traditional British puddings, Rhodes Twenty10 creates an enjoyably and unique social dining experience.
style and entertainment. Roberto’s is a multiaward-winning brand, acknowledged throughout the years for its signature service and cuisine: a warm blend of heart-warming Venetian hospitality, colourful Roman gastronomy and chic Milanese glamour. The menu offers classic Italian dishes, from pizza to pasta to risotto, as well as a selection of antipasti and chargrilled meats. Roberto’s pays attention to detail with a most refreshing ambience and truly excellent service, all adding up to the complete dining experience. Gate Village Building No 1, Dubai International Financial Centre, Dubai Tel: +971 4 386 0066
www.robertos.ae/dubai
SCOTS AMERICAN GRILL
Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa, Al Sufouh Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 316 5550
www.rhodestwenty10.com
RHODES W1 The stunning Rhodes W1 restaurant, bar and terrace is spearheaded by the legendary chef Gary Rhodes, who brings with him his very own je nais se quoi. The French-inspired menu takes diners on a culinary journey around Europe giving guests the opportunity to sample innovative pairings and fusions with dishes suitable for every palette. Rhodes W1 is open for dinner from 7pm to 11.30pm and is closed on Sunday. Grosvenor House Dubai, Al Sufouh Road, PO Box 118500 Dubai Tel: +971 4317 6000
www.rw1-dubai.com
ROBERTO’S Roberto’s is a homegrown concept launched in Dubai in 2012 and in Abu Dhabi in 2016. ‘La dolce vita’, the Italian art of indulging, is what defines both restaurants, through epicurean food,
Because no great evening ever started on an empty stomach… A three-course plated culinary and beverage experience featuring Scottish and American steakhouse favourites, made special with surprise treats from the chef’s kitchen! Every Friday from 6pm. Marriott Hotel, Al Jaddaf, Oud Metha Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 317 7777
www.marriottdiningaljaddaf.com
SHIBA RESTAURANT Shiba is the home of authentic, deliciously mouthwatering Asian cuisine. The food captures the heritage and vibrancy of Asia together with some of Shiba’s own innovations and modern cooking techniques. Indian, Chinese, Thai and Japanese – each dish has its own distinct and exciting taste, aroma and local character. Plush and unrushed, the dining room leads into the equally sophisticated Shiba Bar. The Meydan Hotel Tel: +971 4 381 3111
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SOLO Solo is a home-grown Italian restaurant and bar, serving classic Italian dishes with a refined and modern twist, using fresh, quality ingredients. The New York-inspired interior is centred on the restaurant’s authentic Italian wood-burning pizza oven, which gives the pizzas and signaturebaked meals a distinct and delicious flavour. All the dishes, from the pasta through to the sauces and the breads, are freshly made in-house and served in a relaxed and convivial atmosphere. Solo delivers quality Italian food, excellent service and innovative beverages, and the bar is the perfect place to enjoy the Italian tradition of a pre-dinner aperitivo.
PART OF DUBAI’S BILLIONAIRE MANSION, THE AWARD-WINNING SUMOSAN IS AN EXCLUSIVE DINING CONCEPT FEATURING CONTEMPORARY JAPANESE CUISINE.
TEATRO
Raffles Hotel, Sheikh Rashid Road, Wafi City, Dubai Tel: +971 4 324 8888
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STAY BY YANNICK ALLÉNO STAY by Yannick Alléno invites diners to enjoy a unique dining experience within a comfortable yet stylish environment. Showcasing traditional cooking methods reinterpreted in a contemporary fashion, this restaurant provides a surprising and delightful experience. Distinctive seating arrangements are key to the restaurant’s ambience, including a sharing table that allows guests to sample and discover new flavours, and a unique ‘Pastry Library’ concept. Discover simple, great tasting food and unique dining experiences in an atmosphere of refined elegance for romance and special occasions.
This multi-award-winning restaurant is one of the hottest fine dining restaurants in the city and sets itself apart by offering a variety of cuisines, encompassing Japanese, Chinese, Indian and Italian delicacies. With more than 2500 wines on offer from all over the world, Teatro creates a signature diverse menu experience. Distinguishing itself from the many restaurants of Dubai, Teatro features an open kitchen, a walk-in wine cellar and its famed wine cork collection, which numbers in the thousands and is proudly displayed in cataplanas at the entrance of the restaurant. Teatro’s theatrical atmosphere, eclectic décor, attentive service and diverse food and wine menus provide the recipe for dining success. Level 3 Towers Rotana Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
One and Only, The Palm, West Crescent, Palm Dubai
Tel: +971 4 343 8000
Tel: +971 4 440 1030
www.rotana.com
www.thepalm.oneandonlyresorts.com
THE RIB ROOM SUMOSAN Part of Dubai’s Billionaire Mansion, the awardwinning Sumosan is an exclusive dining concept featuring contemporary Japanese cuisine. This creative and modern Japanese fare includes a selection of mouthwatering dishes such as wasabi prawns, tuna tartar, spicy king crab and black miso cod, as well as a variety of highquality sushi and sashimi. Sumosan is a discreet favourite of A-list international celebrities, foodies and those seeking a truly slick and atmospheric dining experience.
The Rib Room’s sophisticated menu offers an exquisite selection of succulent grilled meats, prepared to your exact preference. Be it a flavourful, tender Chateaubriand or an Oakey Angus Reserve Tenderloin, you can be assured of prime cuts, prepared with finesse and flair. Seafood and vegetarian options are also available. Coupled with The Rib Room Bar next door, this is the perfect place to indulge in a delicious meal and then retire for some after-dinner beverages. The private rooms at The Rib Room can host small groups to a maximum seating of 24 guests.
Taj Hotel, Burj Khalifa Boulevard, Business Bay, Dubai
Ground Floor, Jumeirah Emirates Towers
Tel: +971 4 510 3100
Tel: +971 4 432 3232
www.billionairemansiondubai.com
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SURROUNDED BY BURJ LAKE AND SITUATED IN A STAND-ALONE BUILDING ON THE WATER, THIPTARA (MEANING ‘MAGIC AT THE WATER’) SPECIALISES IN ROYAL THAI CUISINE, WITH A SPECIAL EMPHASIS ON BANGKOK-STYLE SEAFOOD. THIPTARA
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Surrounded by Burj Lake and situated in a standalone building on the water, Thiptara (meaning ‘magic at the water’) specialises in Royal Thai cuisine, with a special emphasis on Bangkokstyle seafood. Adorned with glowing torches and with prime views of the Dubai Fountain, this unique space boasts a romantic ambience and a contemporary alfresco waterfront setting.
Vesna (which translates to ‘spring’ in Russian) is the hottest new contemporary Slavic restaurant in the Middle East, all set to push the culinary boundaries in the region. Head chef Maksim Tvorogov’s menu brings unique elements of Eastern European cuisine and adds a fresh twist to create signature dishes, like the Ukrainian borsch with a dash of Indian spices, chicken Kiev in Japanese breadcrumbs and home-made noodles on Italian flour with fresh porcini mushrooms. Vesna has live music six days a week, with genres from soul to jazz, all performed by the talented in-house Vesna pianist and vocalist. There are also celebrity and special guest performances throughout the year.
The Palace, Downtown Dubai, Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard Tel: +971 4 888 3444
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VANITAS Vanitas is an exquisite pescetarian and seafood restaurant, featuring a menu of elegant fare and signature dishes courtesy of chef Andrea Gaia, whose 16 years of experience includes stints at some of Europe’s most distinguished Michelinstarred restaurants and hotels, including Grand Hotel Villa Feltrinelli in Gargnano, Italy and, most recently, Pierre Gagnaire in Paris. For Gaia, it’s all about striking a balance between substance and style. The focus of the menu is authentic Italian seafood using herbs picked from the hotel’s own gardens and served against the stunning backdrop of the Creek. Continuing the attention to detail, the food is served on genuine Versace china. The Palazzo Versace is the latest jewel in the crown of the Versace empire and its lobby, decorated in the typically Versace style, is a standout.
Zengo Dubai offers Asian-style food and flavours, creating carefully balanced dishes designed for sharing. At Zengo, everything from the interior décor to the menu concept showcases Pan-Asian flavours for all tastes. The vibrant décor offers a stylish yet relaxed setting that takes inspiration from nature, fusing together traditional and contemporary tastes and offers the perfect setting to savour the cuisine. Central to Zengo’s menu is the impressive selection of hot and cold appetisers, sushi, ceviche, tempura, dim sum, robatayaki and favourites from the wok.
Ground floor, east wing, Palazzo Versace Dubai,
Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort and Spa,
Culture Village, Al Jadaf, Dubai
Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
Tel: +971 4 556 8888
Tel +971 4 316 5550
www.palazzoversace.ae
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Mezzanine, Conrad Hotel, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 352 8169
www.vesna.ae
ZENGO
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Nightlife in Dubai WELCOME TO GOES NIGHTCLUBBING UAE STYLE AND DISCOVERS SOME GENUINE LUXURY.
360° Located at the end of Jumeirah Beach Hotel’s Marina walkway – one of the world’s most impressive club locations – 360° promises a night you’ll never forget. The venue is synonymous with quality music, hosting some of Dubai’s most respected club nights. Guest DJs have included Hernán Cattáneo, Spirit Catcher and Milton Jackson. The venue was voted into the Top 100 clubs in the world for three years running by the UK’s DJ Magazine. Jumeirah Beach Hotel, Marina Walkway Tel: +971 55 500 8518 www.jumeirah.com/360
BLACK LION The Black Lion is Dubai’s first US-inspired gastropub, combining refined American classic dishes with the best drinks the US has to offer. Inspired by iconic New York bars and speakeasies, the venue is lively from first thing in the morning into the early hours, with a special ‘Lock In’ menu from midnight to 3am – the perfect end to the night (or early morning).
dinner, serving contemporary cuisine of the finest quality. The menu is created by director of Condé Nast International Restaurants Gary Robinson and GQ Bar head chef Bruno Carvalho. JW Marriott Marquis in Downtown Dubai Tel: +971 4 321 4541 www.gqbardxb.com
MALECON This is the place to be for the complete Latin experience, fusing a zesty blend of Latin American cuisines with a selection of international styles. Live Latino entertainment further serves to highlight the energetic mood and vibrant character of this unique outlet. You can also line your stomach with some of the most delectable Latino-flavoured cuisine in all of Dubai. Think ceviche, ensalada and quesadilla, plus a range of sweet desserts including the intriguingly named ‘Cuban Smokeless Cigar’ and ‘Bananas Cubanas’. Dubai Marine Beach Resort and Spa Tel: +971 4 346 1111 www.dxbmarine.com
PACHA IBIZA
Ground floor, the H Hotel No 1 Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai Tel: +971 4 359 2366 www.theblacklion.ae
GQ BAR Pairing delectable food and drink with great music and an interactive environment, this perfectlyplaced downtown venue is the quintessential meeting place for discerning, sophisticated guests. Set across two floors, GQ Bar offers lunch and
Pacha Ibiza Dubai at the Souk Madinat Jumeirah opened in November 2014. Set over three floors, it comprises the Main Room, Red Room and Rooftop bars. The former is open seven days a week, showcasing a restaurant with spectacular live shows, evolving into a nightlife experience with house music from the world’s best DJs. Souk Madinat Jumeirah, Dubai Tel: +971 4 567 0000 www.pacha.ae
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ABU DHABI For a beautiful day trip, the north-eastern part of the Arabian Gulf is well worth a visit. Only a twohour drive from Dubai, Abu Dhabi is the second largest emirate and home to the capital city, also named Abu Dhabi. With all of its modern luxuries and traditional Middle Eastern charm, it’s an ideal place to unearth the heart of the UAE. Characterised by a diverse range of glittering skyscrapers and top-class hotels, Abu Dhabi is a leader in luxury development and provides a lavish shopping experience for willing shoppers. It is also, however, a place of contrasts and offers a dose of the old with the new, adding to its intrigue. The construction of Saadiyat Island, 500 kilometres off the coast of Abu Dhabi, promises exciting residential, commercial and leisure developments. Much of the infrastructure on the island is now either completed or well underway. One of the most exciting developments is the first international extension of the Louvre museum, which is due to open this year. Saadiyat will also feature the Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, which will utilise 162,000 cubic metres of concrete and is due for final completion in 2017. This emirate’s second largest city is Al Ain (which means ‘the spring’), which is also fondly known as the ‘garden city’ due to its verdant environment. Al Ain is the proud birthplace of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan (the first president of the UAE) and home to the Al Ain Camel Market, the last of its kind in the UAE, which attracts customers from all over the Emirates and Oman. Do be wary of ‘guides’ offering to show you around though. Many tourists have complained of being pressured to pay well over the odds for such services. Al Ain also boasts Wadi Adventure, which opened in 2012 and offers a plethora of waterrelated activities such as surfing, rafting, wake boarding and kayaking, as well as a high ropes adventure course.
SHARJAH The third largest emirate in the UAE, Sharjah is a pleasant 30-minute drive from Dubai. It’s the only emirate in the UAE to have coastline on both the Arabian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman, providing lovely scenery. It is well known for possessing a rich cultural heritage, having won the prestigious UNESCO award in 1998 for being
the cultural capital of the Arab world. More recently, it was named the Islamic Culture Capital 2014 by the Islamic Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation. The region boasts plenty of museums and souks. Travellers should note that it is the only dry emirate, meaning there is no alcohol available anywhere, though you are permitted to consume it in private if you have a licence. Sharjah’s decency laws are also strictly enforced – that means no exposed stomachs, backs or knees, whether you are male or female.
KHOR FAKKAN On Sharjah’s eastern coast is Khor Fakkan (which means ‘creek of two jaws’). It is one of the UAE’s foremost container ports, but is also a popular spot for sightseeing, as it possesses gorgeous mountain and ocean views. The region also features white sand beaches and coral outcrops, perfect for both diving and snorkelling.
UMM AL-QUWAIN The name ‘Umm al-Quwain’, meaning ‘mother of two powers’, is a reference to the great seafaring history of this emirate. Only five kilometres long and one kilometre wide, it is one of the smaller members of the UAE, but that doesn’t stop its inhabitants from enjoying themselves. Umm al-Quwain has a history of adrenaline-fuelled water sports, including water-skiing, windsurfing, kayaking and jet skiing. Off-water adventures options are plentiful too, as the Umm al-Quwain Aeroclub provides opportunities for hot-air ballooning, parachuting and skydiving, as well as taking a flight in a helicopter, small plane or microlight. For those in the mood for a quieter way to explore the nearby deserted islands and mangrove swamps, both sailing and canoeing are also on offer. Alternatively, Seneyah Island, across the creek from Umm al-Quwain city, is ideal for nature enthusiasts, as it is renowned for being a sanctuary to many different species of bird and deer, as well as native Al Qaram trees.
FUJAIRAH Further down the east coast is the quiet emirate of Fujairah, one of the only UAE members that is almost entirely mountainous but also the only one to feature a coastline solely on the Gulf of Oman.
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The area is fast developing into a key area for water sports, but is notably a hotspot for diving. Agriculture and fishing are the two traditional mainstays of the economy and still feature prominently in the area. Fujairah also boasts the oldest mosque in the UAE, the Al Badiyah, which is believed to have been constructed in 1446 although its mud and stone structure makes radiocarbon dating impossible.
AJMAN Ajman, the smallest of the UAE members, is bordered by Sharjah and Umm al-Quwain. With an eye for attracting holidaymakers, one of Ajman’s attractions is traditional crafts, and visitors can appreciate the artistry involved in converting gold bars into Bedouin jewellery. For a brush with history, the Mowaihat archaeological site is worth a visit, as it is where a circular Umm al-Nar tomb was discovered – the first sign of Umm al-Nar habitation in the
northern emirates. Here numerous soft stone and painted ceramic vessels have been found, as well as a number of other cultural artefacts, such as copper utensils and beads, all of which are on display at the Ajman Museum.
RAS AL-KHAIMAH Situated on the northern end of the Arabian Gulf coast is Ras al-Khaimah. The beautiful coastline includes views of tranquil lagoons and beaches, but also shares Oman’s dramatic mountains. The area is attempting to make its mark on the tourism front and provides some unique activities for tourists. If the idea of a desert safari is tempting, then this is the place to be. A swim in the Khatt Thermal Springs is an appealing option, while a spot of hiking in the surrounding mountains is a superb way to explore this region. If you’d rather someone else did the heavy lifting, why not try travel by horseback, courtesy of Al Wadi Equestrian Adventure Centre? ●
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THE ADDRESS, DOWNTOWN BURJ DUBAI
KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR WELCOME TO DUBAI IN THE FOLLOWING LOCATIONS:
Tel: +971 4 436 8888 Fax: +971 4 436 8880 www.theaddress.com
THE ADDRESS, DUBAI MALL
THE ADDRESS, DUBAI MARINA
Tel: +971 4 438 8888 Fax: +971 4 438 7888 www.theaddress.com
Tel: +971 4 436 7777 Fax: +971 4 436 7788 www.theaddress.com
AL GHURAIR ARJAAN BY ROTANA
AL GHURAIR RAYHAAN BY ROTANA
Tel: +971 4 293 3333 Fax: +971 4 293 3444 www.rotana.com
Tel: +971 4 293 3000 Fax: +971 4 293 3555 www.rotana.com
AMWAJ ROTANA JUMEIRAH BEACH – DUBAI
ANANTARA DUBAI THE PALM RESORT & SPA
Tel: +971 (0)4 428 2000 Fax: +971 (0)4 434 3666 www.rotana.com
Tel: +971 4 567 8888 Fax: +971 4 567 8009 www.anantara.com
ATLANTIS, THE PALM, DUBAI
BURJ AL ARAB
Tel: +971 4 426 0000 Fax: +971 4 426 0001 www.atlantisthepalm.com
Tel: +971 4 301 7777 Fax: +971 4 301 7000 www.jumeirah.com
BURJUMAN ARJAAN BY ROTANA
CROWNE PLAZA DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY
Tel: +971 4 352 4444 Fax: +971 4 352 7666 www.rotana.com
Tel: +971 4 701 2222 Fax: +971 4 232 9097 www.crowneplaza.com
DUBAI MARINE BEACH RESORT AND SPA
DUBAI MARRIOTT HOTEL AND SUITES
Tel: +971 4 346 1111 Fax: +971 4 346 0234 www.dxbmarine.com
Tel: +971 4 319 4000 Fax: +971 4 319 4006 www.marriotthotels.com
FAIRMONT HOTEL
GRAND HYATT DUBAI
Tel: +971 4 332 5555 Fax: +971 4 332 4555 www.fairmont.com
Tel: +971 4 317 1234 Fax: +971 4 317 1235 www.dubai.grand.hyatt.com
GROSVENOR HOUSE DUBAI
HABTOOR GRAND RESORT AND SPA
Tel: +971 4 399 8888 Fax: +971 4 399 8444 www.grosvenorhouse-dubai.com
Tel: +971 4 408 4444 Fax: +971 4 399 4207 www.grandjumeirah. habtoorhotels.com
HILTON DUBAI JUMEIRAH
HILTON DUBAI CREEK
Tel: +971 4 399 1111 Fax: +971 4 399 1112 www.hilton.com
Tel: +971 4 227 1111 Fax: +971 4 227 1131 www.hilton.com
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HYATT REGENCY DUBAI Tel: +971 4 209 1234 Fax: +971 4 209 1235 www.dubai.regency.hyatt.com
INTERCONTINENTAL DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY Tel: +971 4 701 1111 Fax: +971 4 232 9095 www.ichotelsgroup.com
IBIS WORLD TRADE CENTRE DUBAI Tel: +971 4 332 4444 Fax: +971 4 331 1220 www.ibishotel.com
INTERCONTINENTAL RESIDENCE SUITES DUBAI FESTIVAL CITY Tel: +971 4 701 3333 Fax: +971 4 232 9096 www.ichotelsgroup.com
JEBEL ALI GOLF RESORT AND SPA Tel: +971 4 814 5555 Fax: +971 4 883 5543 www.jebelali-international.com
JUMEIRAH EMIRATES TOWERS
JUMEIRAH BEACH HOTEL Tel: +971 4 348 0000 Fax: +971 4 301 6800 www.jumeirah.com
JUMEIRAH ZABEEL SARAY Tel: +971 4 453 0000 Fax: +971 4 453 0001 www.jumeirah.com
Tel: +971 4 330 0000 Fax: +971 4 330 3030 www.jumeirah.com
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS
JW MARRIOTT HOTEL Tel: +971 4 262 4444 Fax: +971 4 262 6264 www.marriott.com
Tel: 04 414 3000 Fax: 04 414 0001 www.jwmarriottmarquis dubailife.com
KEMPINSKI HOTEL MALL OF THE EMIRATES
KEMPINSKI RESIDENCES, PALM JUMEIRAH,
Tel: +971 4 341 0000 Fax: +971 4 341 4500 www.kempinski.com
Tel: + 971 4 444 2000 Fax: +971 4 444 2777 www.kempinski.com/palmjumeirah
LE MERIDIEN DUBAI
LE MERIDIEN MINA SEYAHI RESORT AND MARINA
Tel: +971 4 217 0000 Fax: +971 4 282 5540 www.lemeridien-dubai.com
LE ROYAL MERIDIEN BEACH RESORT AND SPA Tel: +971 4 399 5555 Fax: +971 4 399 5999 www.leroyalmeridien-dubai.com
Tel: +971 4 399 3333 Fax: +971 4 399 3000 www.lemeridien-minaseyahi.com
MADINAT JUMEIRAH, THE ARABIAN RESORT DUBAI Tel: +971 4 366 8888 Fax: +971 4 366 7788 www.jumeirah.com
MILLENNIUM AIRPORT HOTEL DUBAI
THE MEYDAN HOTEL Tel: +971 4 381 3333 Fax: +971 4 381 3344 www.meydanhotels.com
Tel: +971 4 702 8888 Fax: +971 4 702 8877 www.millenniumhotels.com
NOVOTEL WORLD TRADE CENTRE DUBAI
ONE AND ONLY ROYAL MIRAGE DUBAI
Tel: +971 4 332 0000 Fax: +971 4 332 0001 www.novotel.com
Tel: +971 4 399 9999 Fax: +971 4 399 9998 www.oneandonlyroyalmirage.com www.welcome-to.com
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ONE AND ONLY THE PALM, DUBAI
THE PALACE – THE OLD TOWN
Tel: +971 4 440 1010 Fax: + 971 4 440 1011 www.oneandonlythepalm.com
Tel: +971 4 428 7888 Fax: +971 4 428 7999 www.theaddress.com
PARK HYATT DUBAI
PULLMAN DUBAI DEIRA CITY CENTRE
Tel: +971 4 602 1234 Fax: +971 4 602 1235 www.dubai.park.hyatt.com
RADISSON BLU HOTEL, DUBAI DEIRA CREEK Tel: +971 4 222 7171 Fax: +971 4 228 4777 www.radissonblu.com
THE RITZ-CARLTON, DUBAI INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL CENTRE Tel: +971 4 372 2222 Fax: +971 4 372 2020 www.ritzcarlton.com/dubaiifc
Tel: +971 4 294 1222 Fax: +971 4 295 4444 www.accorhotels.com
RAFFLES DUBAI Tel: +971 4 324 8888 Fax: +971 4 324 6000 www.raffles.com
RITZ CARLTON DUBAI Tel: +971 4 399 4000 Fax: +971 4 399 4001 www.ritzcarlton.com
RODA AL BUSTAN DUBAI AIRPORT
RODA AL MUROOJ DOWNTOWN DUBAI
Tel: +971 4 282 0000 Fax: +971 4 282 8100 www.rotana.com
Tel: +971 4 321 1111 Fax: +971 4 321 5555 www.rotana.com
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL DUBAI
SHERATON DUBAI CREEK HOTEL AND TOWERS
Tel: +971 4 343 8888 Fax: +971 4 343 8886 www.shangri-la.com
Tel: +971 4 228 1111 Fax: +971 4 228 3468 www.sheratondubaicreek.com
SOFITEL THE PALM, DUBAI
TOWERS ROTANA DUBAI
Tel. +971 44 55 66 77 Fax: +971 4 455 6616 www.sofitel-dubai-thepalm.com
Tel: +971 4 343 8000 Fax: +971 4 343 5111 www.rotana.com
WALDORF ASTORIA DUBAI PALM JUMEIRAH
THE WESTIN DUBAI MINA SEYAHI BEACH RESORT AND MARINA
Tel: +971 4 818 2222 Fax: +971 4 818 2233 www.waldorfastoria.com/ dubaipalm
Tel: +971 4 399 4141 Fax: +971 4 399 9144 www.starwoodhotels.com
WELCOME TO ABU DHABI IS FEATURED IN THE FOLLOWING LUXURY HOTELS: ABU DHABI HILTON
AL AIN HILTON
Tel: +971 2 681 1900 Fax: +971 2 681 1696 www.hilton.com
Tel: +971 3 768 6666 Fax: +971 3 768 6888 www.hilton.com
AL AIN ROTANA
BEACH ROTANA HOTEL AND TOWERS
Tel: +971 3 754 5111 Fax: +971 3 754 5444 www.rotana.com
Tel: +971 2 697 9000 Fax: +971 2 644 2111 www.rotana.com www.welcome-to.com
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WE HOPE YOU ENJOY YOUR STAY CROWNE PLAZA ABU DHABI Tel: +971 2 616 6166 Fax: +971 2 621 7444 www.crowneplaza.com/ abudhabiuab
DANAT AL AIN RESORT Tel: +971 3 704 600 Fax: +971 3 768 6766 www.danathotels.com
DESERT ISLANDS RESORT AND SPA BY ANANTARA
EASTERN MANGROVES HOTEL & SPA BY ANANTARA
Tel: +971 2 801 5400 Fax: +971 2 801 5404 www.desertislands.anantara.com
Tel: +971 2 656 1000 Fax: +971 2 656 1009 www.anantara.com
EMIRATES PALACE ABU DHABI
HOTEL INTERCONTINENTAL ABU DHABI
Tel: +971 2 690 8888 Fax: +971 2 690 9999 www.emiratespalace.com
Tel: +971 2 666 6888 Fax: +971 2 666 9153 www.ichotelsgroup.com
HYATT CAPITAL GATE
JUMEIRAH AT ETIHAD TOWERS
Tel: +971 2 596 1234 Fax: +971 2 596 1235 www.abudhabi.capitalgate. hyatt.com
LE MERIDIEN ABU DHABI Tel: +971 2 644 6666 Fax: +971 2 644 0348 www.lemeridienabudhabi.com
MILLENNIUM HOTEL ABU DHABI
Tel.: +971 2 811 5555 Fax: +971 2 811 5588 www.jumeirah.com
LE ROYAL MERIDIEN ABU DHABI Tel: +971 2 674 2020 Fax: +971 2 674 2552 www.leroyalmeridienabudhabi.com
PARK HYATT
Tel: +971 2 614 6000 Fax: +971 2 626 0005 www.millenniumhotels.com
PARK ROTANA ABU DHABI Tel: +971 2 6573333 Fax: +971 2 6573000 www.rotana.com/parkrotana
ROSEWOOD ABU DHABI HOTEL Tel: +971 2 813 5550 Fax: +971 2 813 5551 www.rosewoodabudhabihotel.com
Tel: +971 2 407 1234 Fax: +971 2 407 1235 www.abudhabi.park.hyatt.com
QASR AL SARAB DESERT RESORT BY ANANTARA Tel: +971 2 886 2088 Fax: +971 2 886 2086 www.qasralsarab.anantara.com
SHANGRI-LA HOTEL QUARYAT AL BERI ABU DHABI Tel: +971 2 509 8888 Fax: +971 2 558 5999 www.shangri-la.com
SHERATON ABU DHABI HOTEL AND RESORT
SOFITEL ABU DHABI CORNICHE
Tel: +971 2 677 3333 Fax: +971 2 672 5149 www.sheratonabudhabihotel.com
Tel: +971 2 813 7777 Fax: +971 2 813 7799 www.sofitel.com
THE RITZ-CARLTON ABU DHABI, GRAND CANAL
YAS VICEROY ABU DHABI
Tel: +971 2 818 8888 Fax: +971 2 818 8088 www.ritzcarlton.com/AbuDhabi
Tel: +971 2 656 0000 Fax: +971 2 656 0001 www.viceroyhotelsandresorts. com/abudhabi
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