Emaar Hospitality lures Chinese travellers with new partnership
Dubai’s Emaar Hospitality Group is strengthening its market outreach to China with a sales and marketing agreement with Youli Hospitality Consulting Co Ltd.
Emaar Hospitality launches fully-integrated mobile app
Dubai's homegrown Emaar Hospitality Group has launched a fully-integrated mobile app that covers all of its hotel, hospitality and leisure experiences.
Emaar Hospitality announces 5 new hotels ahead of Expo 2020 Dubai
Emaar Hospitality has announced the opening of five new hotels in Dubai as the group strengthens its role at Expo 2020 Dubai.
U By Emaar reaches 500,000 members
Multi-tier loyalty programme U By Emaar has reached a remarkable milestone of over 500,000 members making it as one the most sought-after and fast-growing rewards programmes in the region.
Emaar Hospitality completes Dubai Way course to uphold customer service
Over 1,800 associates of Emaar Hospitality Group have completed the Dubai Way online course, an initiative to upgrade the standards of customer service and further strengthen Dubai’s…
Emaar Hospitality enters Sub-Saharan Africa with Address Hotels + Resorts
Dubai-based Emaar Hospitality Group has signed a deal with the Kalyan Group to manage its landmark property in Sub-Saharan Africa, Address Hotel 2 Février Lomé Togo.
Emaar Hospitality and ARADA to open hotels in Sharjah’s AED24 billion lifestyle hub
In a significant move that will boost the hospitality sector in Sharjah on the Arabian Gulf, Arada has signed a AED24 billion management deal with Emaar Hospitality Group, to launch three…
Emaar Hospitality’s CEO tell us what it takes to be the World’s Greatest Hospitality Talent
As the Emaar Hospitality Group continues its global hunt for the World’s Greatest Hospitality Talent, I asked its CEO Olivier Harnisch, for some advice on how to win - not only in the…
Olivier Harnisch appointed CEO of Emaar Hospitality Group
Emaar Properties PJSC has appointed Olivier Harnisch as the Chief Executive Officer of Emaar Hospitality Group, its hospitality & leisure business.
Olivier brings to Emaar more…
Emaar to open first beachfront ‘Address’
Emaar Hospitality Group is set to open its first beachfront resort property under its flagship Address hotel brand in Dubai – The Address Jumeirah Resort + Spa, The Address Residences…
Emaar unveils plans for new five-star beach resort
Emaar Hospitality Group has revealed plans for a twin-tower hotel and residential development in Dubai.
The Address Jumeirah Resort + Spa will be the developer’s flagship hotel brand’s…
Emaar Hospitality reports above average hotel occupancies
Emaar Hospitality has reported that occupancy at The Address Hotels + Resorts is 86% higher than the industry average.
The announcement was made as Emaar Properties recorded a 12% hike in…
New Emaar estate to feature mega mall and two lifestyle hotels
Emaar Properties has launched an exclusive collection of homes in the Dubai Hills Estate and at the same time, has revealed the raft of leisure and entertainment features the development…
U By Emaar’s ‘The Summer of You’ campaign adds value to staycations in Dubai
As staycation season kicks in, Dubai is the favourite leisure destination in the UAE according to a new online survey of more than 1,000 UAE residents commissioned by Emaar Hospitality Group…
Emaar launches Downtown Slide
Emaar Properties PJSC recently opened the Downtown Slide, a new attraction that is free for all to try.
A first-of-its-kind project, the slide is situated in a prime location in Burj…
Emaar Hospitality joins hands with Maximal Concepts
Emaar Hospitality Group is adding Mexican street food to its repertoire with the upcoming opening of Brickhouse in collaboration with Maximal Concepts.
The new restaurant from Hong…
Emaar’s ‘Dubai Opera’ to open in late 2016
Emaar Properties has announced the grand inauguration of the ‘Dubai Opera’ in Downtown Dubai.
The city’s first purpose-built multi-format performing arts theatre, Dubai Opera…
Emaar launches new rewards programme
Emaar Properties has unveiled its new customer rewards programme ‘U By Emaar’, which will encompass the group’s portfolio of hotels, restaurants and entertainment attractions.
U By Emaar…
Emaar announces launch of ‘Harbour Views’
Emaar Properties announced its first launch for 2016 – the ‘Harbour Views’ residences in The Island District. The launch will be held in Dubai, New Delhi and Karachi and Mumbai.
A…
Emaar commences work of Dubai Creek Residences
Emaar Properties recently gave the construction contract for its Dubai Creek Residences project in Dubai Creek Harbour to Al Basti & Muktha LLC (ABM).
The project comprises a…
Emaar to launch the ‘Dubai Trolley’
The downtown area of Dubai will soon have a new attraction with Dubai Trolley.
This will be the region’s first hop-on hop-off trolley system in Downtown Dubai also featuring the first…
Emaar reveals mid-market hotel offering
Developers Emaar and Meraas have revealed details of their new mid-market hotel brand Rove Hotels.
The companies said they expected the brand to be across 10 locations in Dubai and the…
Emaar proposes new Dubai development
Emaar Properties is set to run feasibility studies on a mixed-used beachfront lifestyle development in Al Mamzar.
The project, which is being planned around the 53-hectare Al Mamzar…
Emaar unveils its ‘Manzil’ brand of boutique hotels
Dubai recently welcomed an authentic Arabesque design with Emaar Hospitality Group – ‘Manzil’ property. This is the fourth hotel brand under Emaar Hospitality Group, following The…
‘Dubai Opera’ announced by Emaar
The arts and culture industry in Dubai is set to receive a shot in the arm with the announcement of the Opera District by Emaar. The emirate is set to carve a niche with Dubai Opera, a…
Profits soar for Emaar Properties in 2013
Emaar Properties PJSC reported a net profit of AED 2.568 billion (US$ 699 million) for 2013. This is 21% higher than the FY2012 net profit of AED 2.119 bn (US$ 577 m). Annual revenue for…
DWC, Emaar to develop urban centre and golf destination
Emaar Properties PJSC has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai World Central (DWC) to develop an integrated urban centre and golf destination.
The new development…
Emaar unveils ‘Chorus’ on MBR Boulevard
The Vida Downtown Dubai has a new masterpiece. At a height of 15 metres, Jaeyho Lee’s Chorus, is the newest sculpture introduced by Emaar Properties in Downtown Dubai. Chorus has been…
Dubai Holding, Emaar Properties sign JV to develop the Lagoons
Dubai Holding and Emaar Properties PJSC have inked a joint venture agreement to develop The Lagoons within Mohammed Bin Rashid City (MBR City).
A master-planned city for tomorrow is…
Emaar Hospitality Group partners with InnSpire Intelligent Hotel Solution
Emaar Hospitality Group have partnered with InnSpire Intelligent Hotel Solution to provide technology in its new Vida Downtown Dubai property.
Vida Hotels and Resorts and InnSpire's…
Emaar and Meraas Holding launch affordable hotel brand
Emaar Properties and Meraas Holding have launched a new hotel brand focused on the ‘affordable segment’ – Dubai Inn.
The new brand will boast hotels across Dubai, all “stylishly…
Emaar Properties records Q1 profit of AED556m
Emaar Properties announced its first quarter Q1 net profit of AED556 million.
This is nine percent higher than the fourth quarter (October to December) 2012 net profit of AED512m…
Emaar Properties launches Reem
Emaar properties recently launched its lifestyle community – Reem – focusing on the leisure segment.
The gated community in Dubai will feature an exclusive desert botanical park,…
Emaar unveils The Address Residence Sky View hotel
Emaar Properties PJSC has further strengthened its portfolio with the launch of The Address Residence Sky View.
The 50-storey hotel, residence and serviced apartment twin-tower complex…
Emaar Properties, Dubai Holding launches ‘Dubai Hills’
Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding recently unveiled Dubai Hills, the first project in the new 'city within the city' development.
The new-gated community will provide ultra-luxury…
Emaar Properties unveils Dubai Mall expansion
Emaar Properties unveiled its latest expansion of The Dubai Mall which includes a high-street boulevard style retail destination that features flagship stores as well as other leading…
Emaar Hospitality Group strengthens Africa expansion
Emaar Hospitality Group has further strengthened its global footprint, particularly in markets of Africa, with a new management contract to operate a uniquely designed resort near Masai Mara…
Emaar launches ‘The Address The BLVD’
Building on the growing property sector in Dubai, Emaar Properties PJSC has launched its hotel and serviced residences in Downtown Dubai. Namely aptly as The Address The BLVD, the property…
Emaar to unveil ‘Sheikh Zayed Bin Mansour Al Nahyan Mosque’
Emaar Properties PJSC has recently unveiled the 'Sheikh Zayed Bin Mansour Al Nahyan Mosque' for His Highness Sheikh Mansour Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of…
Emaar Properties records US$332 million net profit
Emaar Properties PJSC has reported a net operating profit of AED1.22 billion (US$332 million) for the first six months of 2012, 45% more than the half year 2011 net operating profit of…
Emaar Properties records Q1 net operating profit of US$ 165 million
Marked by the increased sales of properties in Dubai, delivery of homes in Egypt and recurring revenues from shopping malls and hospitality businesses, Emaar Properties PJSC announced its…
Emaar inks management contract in Egypt
Emaar Hospitality Group has announced plans to strengthen its footprint across global growth markets in 2012, flagging off with the signing of a management contract by its flagship hotel…
Emaar Properties to offload Dubai hotels: report
Dubai property giant Emaar Properties is reportedly looking to offload hotel property assets in Downtown Dubai. According to a report published on Arabian Business.com, Emaar is looking to…
Emaar honours hospitality graduates
Thirty-four UAE nationals from Emaar Hospitality Group have successfully completed the American Hotel & Lodging Association's (AH&LA) Certified Guest Service Professional Workshop…
Emaar and Emirates aim high with new FF agreement
Emaar Hospitality's The Address Hotels + Resorts has partnered with Skywards, the frequent flyer programme of Emirates Airline, to reward guests staying at their hotels with…
Emaar launches Burj Dubai website
Dubai, UAE, December 30, 2009: Emaar Properties, the developer of Burj Dubai, has unveiled a comprehensive new website dedicated to the world's tallest building at…
Emaar opens The Address Dubai Mall
Dubai, UAE; September 9, 2009: The Address Dubai Mall, a five star premium hotel linked directly to The Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping and entertainment…
Emaar Properties pulls out of Algeria
Dubai's Emaar Properties has closed its office in Algeria due to a lack of progress on its projects in the country, Gulf News has reported the company as saying."Emaar created designs…
Emaar forecasts retail revenues to double
Emaar Properties, the Middle East's largest real-estate developer, expects revenue from its malls and retail business this year to double to as much as AED1 billion (US$272…
Emaar Properties to hire 1,600 staff
Emaar Properties is planning to hire 1,600 people for its Dubai-based retail, hospitality and leisure businesses. The new team-members, to be recruited in the next three…
India by buy Emaar Games apartments
India's government will spend INR1 billion rupees (US$20 million) buying flats in the Commonwealth Games village from Emaar-MGF Land Ltd, Bloomberg reported, citing the Business…
Emaar Lombok plan still alive?
Reports of Emaar's withdrawal from a US$600 million tourism project in Lombok, as published by Travel Daily Asia last week, may have been premature. According to a new report from…
Emaar withdraws from Lombok project
A US$600 million mega-resort planned for the Indonesian island of Lombok is reportedly in jeopardy after UAE-based developer, Emaar, pulled out.According to a Jakarta Globe…
Emaar Hospitality signs Cairo hotel
The Address Hotels& Resorts, the newly launched premium hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality, hassigned its first hotel property in Egypt - The Address, Uptown Cairo. The…
Emaar’s new Address
Emaar Properties' hospitality branch, Emaar Hospitality Group, is launching its own luxury brand of hotels - The Address Hotels & Resorts. Emaar's global hotel brand will roll…
Egis launches new Architecture Line at leading real estate event
The renowned multidisciplinary engineering and operations company, Egis, launches line of leading architecture practices to address the challenges of urbanisation and climate change
Reducing waste and environmentally responsible partnerships at ATM
Travel and tourism industry leaders from across the Middle East support Arabian Travel Market’s 2023 theme ‘Working towards net zero’ with a raft of sustainable initiatives.
ATM sees 23,000 visitors to explore future of tourism
More than 23,000 visitors attended the 29th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, as industry leaders gathered at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to share insights
World of Colour! Burj Khalifa’s newest LED show illuminates Downtown Dubai’s skyline
Burj Khalifa has announced a stunning new light & laser show called ‘World of Colour’ which will illuminate the world’s tallest tower in incredible hues and paint the skyline in…
Sky Views Dubai is now open
Experience Dubai like never before! Soaring 219.5 M above the ground and sitting atop the Address Sky View hotel, Dubai’s newest architectural marvel and greatest adrenaline-pumping…
How Dubai’s luxury hotel earned Guinness World Record for highest infinity pool
The Address Beach Resort in Dubai’s JBR has earned itself a Guinness World Record for the highest outdoor infinity pool in a building
Middle East spend on leisure travel to exceed pre-COVID levels by 10% in 2024
the amount of money that Middle East travellers spend on international leisure travel, will begin to exceed 2019 pre-COVID levels, in as little as three years
Burj Khalifa to celebrate 10th anniversary in grandeur
Burj Khalifa, the global icon by Emaar, is marking its 10th anniversary in festive splendour on 4 January 2020. Spectacular light shows will be held to celebrate the momentous occasion…
The Lounge, Burj Khalifa makes new Guinness World Record
The Lounge, Burj Khalifa has officially been verified by Guinness World Records (GWR) as the ‘highest lounge in a building’ anywhere in the world. At a height of 585.36 metres, The…
Dubai Tourism conducts three-city India roadshow
In order to strengthen relationships with travel agents and tour operators, to boost Indian arrivals to Dubai as part of the 2019 marketing strategy, the Department of Tourism and…
Glass ceiling cracks: Sharihan Al Mashary becomes first female GM in Dubai
Emaar Hospitality Group's newest appointee at Manzil Downtown, Sharihan Al Mashary, is dubai’s first female Emirati general manager.
HR Executive Summit: Connecting, informing and developing
A little over a month after the success TD GM Summit, it was time for the TD events team to once again swing into action.
Mentoring, vision and thought leadership with Sushma Panikker Ceasar
Sushma Panikker Ceasar is an expert in leadership development and talent management.
Two years after the fire, Dubai’s Address Downtown is back in business
After suffering extensive damages due to a New Year's Eve fire in 2016, Address Downtown is back in business with new interiors, restaurant concepts and more to come in the days ahead as the…
Escape it or embrace it: How to watch or avoid the World Cup while in Dubai
As the FIFA World Cup 2018 kicks off on June 14, football fans in Dubai will keep their eyes peeled on where to watch the games. But we know not everyone is excited about the football frenzy…
Rove Downtown in UAE set to open first hotel cinema in the city
Want to watch a movie in a cinema but would prefer not to go out of your hotel? That won’t be a problem in Rove Downtown which will soon have the city's first cinema - inside a hotel.
Rove Hotels strengthens UAE portfolio with landmark management deal
Rove Hotels, a joint venture between Meraas and Emaar Properties PJSC, has announced its first hotel management agreement in the UAE to operate Rove Mina Seyahi in the heart of Dubai Marina.
Could you be the World’s Greatest Hospitality Talent?
If you’ve got passion and commitment to the hospitality industry, you could be part of the fastest-growing hospitality group in the Middle East.
Celebrate Eid with a Staycation at Vida Downtown
Book a staycation or reserve a poolside brunch experience, now available on both Friday and Saturday.
The boutique hotel will be offering 10% discount off of the best available rate…
ATM Travel Agents’ Academy schedule revealed
The ATM Travel Agents’ Academy will return to Arabian Travel Market in 2017 with two half-day sessions on Thursday 27 April, at Dubai World Trade Centre.
Beginning at 10am in Hall 1,…
Foundations laid for Dubai’s new mega skycraper
The foundations have been laid for The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour, which is set to become another iconic tourism attraction.
The iconic structure, located at the heart of the…
RAK tourism outperforms regional market: CBRE report
Ras Al Khaimah has continued to outperform the wider UAE and regional tourism markets, real estate consultancy firm CBRE has revealed.
In its latest Ras Al Khaimah MarketView report,…
Hilton, AccorHotels and Louvre Hotels Group CEOs to headline AHIC
Global leaders from some of the world’s largest hotel chains will take to the stage at the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference 2017 (AHIC), being held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai from April…
Rove opens third Dubai property
Rove has opened its third property in Dubai; Rove Healthcare City.
Emaar Hospitality Group plans to open 10 Rove properties by 2020, bringing 3,700 new hotel rooms to market.…
ATM hits the tech highway
Innovations in travel technology will continue to transform the tourism industry, with cloud passports, personalised travel, virtual reality and apps predicted to re-shape consumer habits…
Rove City Centre opens offering guests a cultural hospitality experience
Rove Hotels, a contemporary mid-scale lifestyle hotel brand developed by Emaar Hospitality Group, has opened its second property in Dubai.
Rove City Centre is located in Deira in Old…
MEA to see 316 new hotel openings in 2017
At least 316 new build hotels are expected to open in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) in 2017, according to data produced by the TopHotelProjects for The Middle East and Africa Hotel…
The latest industry appointments
ALEXANDRE DE JUNIAC has become the new director-general & CEO of the International Air Transport Association (IATA), succeeding Tony Tyler, the former Cathay Pacific CEO who held the…
Marc Dardenne joins Jumeirah Group
Jumeirah Group, the Dubai-based luxury hotel company and a member of Dubai Holding, has appointed Marc Dardenne as group chief operating officer.
Taking up his position with immediate…
Dubai trials driverless shuttle service
Dubai is trialing an autonomous driverless 10-seater shuttle bus that in the future could be used to move visitors and residents around the destination.
The emirate’s Roads and Transport…
Nakheel to open region’s first Dine-In Cinema
Developer Nakheel is partnering with Reel Cinemas to open the region’s first Dine-In Cinema.
The five-screen luxury movie and entertainment centre at The Pointe, the AED800 million…
New kids club at The Address Dubai Mall
The Address Dubai Mall has opened doors to Qix Club, a destination for toddlers to pre-teen children, which helps to contribute to their development through play, learning and fun.
Open…
Face to face: Anke Glassing, general manager, Vida Downtown Dubai
Vida Downtown Dubai has already made an impact as a boutique, design-led hotel concept - what do you believe makes this property stand out from the crowd?
Vida Downtown Dubai is…
World’s first ‘Discovery Channel Shark Week’ attraction opens
Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo has launched a first-of-its-kind ‘Discovery Channel Shark Week’ exhibit in association with OSN, the region’s biggest pay-TV network.
It marks the…
Dubai’s mega Bawadi project will be revived
Dubai’s famed Bawadi project, which was put on hold during the Global Economic Crisis, is set to be revived.
The tourism-focused mega development, which was set to cover an area…
New three-screen film extravaganza awaits visitors to Dubai Mall
Digital cinema specialist Barco and Reel Cinemas will unveil Dubai’s first multi-screen, panoramic movie theatre, Barco Escape this week.
The three-screen cinema will the release of Bad…
Fire breaks out at Address Dubai Mall
Firefighters put out a fire at Address Hotel Dubai Mall last week.
An electrical short circuit was to blame for the blaze, which broke out on the roof of the property late Thursday…
Dubai Opera to open in August
Work on Dubai Opera, the city’s first purpose-built multi-format performing arts theatre, will be completed in August, Emaar Properties has said in a construction update.
The…
Cachet Hotels plans India, Middle East expansion
Cachet Hotel Group (CHG), the Hong Kong-based hospitality company, has secured new investment that will enable it to expand into India and the Middle East.
UAE-based Arjomand Group…
Dubai plans new tallest tower
Plans have been unveiled for a new tower in Dubai that will be taller than the Burj Khalifa.
Developed by Emaar Properties, the new tower will become the centrepiece of the Dubai Creek…
The Address Hotels launches ‘iGENIE’
Technology innovation is one of the new mantras adopted by The Address Hotels + Resorts.
The hotel chain part of Emaar Hospitality Group recently launched an advanced in-room…
New super tower for Dubai
Dubai is to get a new tower that will be “comparable” to Burj Khalifa and the Eifel Tower, according to developers Emaar.
The new project will be the centrepiece of Dubai Creek…
Burj Khalifa unveils postage stamp for anniversary celebrations
Burj Khalifa recently marked its sixth anniversary by releasing its first dedicated postage stamp.
The commemorative stamp was launched in partnership with Emirates Post, depicts Burj…
Check-In: Manzil Downtown Dubai
Dubai is globally renowned for its luxury hotel offering but as the destination looks to widen its appeal, the city is witnessing a boom in high-quality mid-market accommodation. …
The latest industry appointments
PHILIPPE ZUBER has become the new president & chief operating officer of One&Only Resorts. He joins the luxury resort company with more than 20 years' experience, including a…
AHIC charts the way for 2016
A high level advisory board meeting was recently held by organisers of the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference (AHIC). The meeting discussed planning for the 2016 event.
Attendees…
Etihad Airways taps into India potential
Etihad Airways has recently been announced as one of the founding members of UAE Business Council in India.
The Council was formed under the leadership of HE Saed Mohammed Saed Al…
Arabian Travel Market 2015 gets set for business
Dubai is all geared up to host the 22nd Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2015.
The event kicks off today for four days providing business networking opportunities, seminar sessions and…
Emirates Classic Cars festival gets underway
Dubai is playing host to a number of classic cars and motorbikes from as early as 1920.
This is keenly seen at the seventh edition of Emirates Classic Car Festival organised by Emaar…
Egypt’s tourism industry in revival mode
Egypt’s resurgent tourism sector was boosted by a 23.6% increase in tourism revenues last year.
This was coupled with new tourism projects worth US$ 5.3 billion. Riding on this…
Town Square to have Vida hotels
Nshama recently joined hands with Vida Hotels and Resorts to operate a lifestyle boutique Vida hotel and serviced residences in Town Square.
The agreement was signed by Fred Durie,…
UAE welcomes ATM roadshow
The Arabian Travel Market’s 2015 roadshow series will be held in Dubai today.
This event is part of an eight-city roadshow. As per statistics, the number of confirmed UAE exhibitors…
Rove Hotels targets 10 locations by 2020
Mid-market brands are in the spotlight for Dubai.
In light of this growing trend, Rove Hotels announced that it will roll out 10 properties across central locations in Dubai and the…
Manzil Downtown Dubai opens for business
Emaar Hospitality Group’s recently announced the opening of Manzil Downtown Dubai.
The boutique hotel will cater to both business and leisure guests.
The hotel is managed by Vida…
Hotels Innovate to kick off in Dubai
Dubai will soon play host to the exclusive high-profile business forum – Hotels Innovate.
The event has been held in New York City and Miami, organised by the NSN Group. Scheduled for…
The latest industry appointments
AGATHA LEE has been appointed as Abacus' new general manager for Hong Kong. Ms Lee has served as Cathay Pacific's country manager in Italy since 2011, and has also held various sales and…
Dubai Inn brand offers value accommodation
In a bid to cater to growing leisure and business travellers, a new brand aptly titled Dubai Inn was recently launched. The first phase will see a roll out of hotels in prime locations…
Rotana diversifies business activities
Rotana recently inaugurated its new hotel in KidZania®, managed by Emaar Retail at The Dubai Mall. The Group is the first to open an interactive edutainment centre in Dubai.
“Rotana…
Dubai’s ‘Festival of Lights’ kicks off
Dubai recently got a glimpse of the City of Lyon’s Festival of Lights (Fête des Lumières de Lyon) at the inaugural Dubai Festival of Lights events. The event has been organised by Emaar…
The Address Hotels launch ‘eLifestyle’
The Address Hotels + Resorts has recently launched ‘eLifestyle’ – a room automation service.
The interactive service, available across each property under The Address Hotels + Resorts…
Dubai Mall records 75 m visitors in 2013
The Dubai Mall for the third consecutive year welcomed over 75 million visitors in 2013. The number of visitors across previous years’ included 54 m in 2011 and 65 m in 2012. The Mall…
New Appointments
KERSTIN PUNDT has been appointed director of revenue management at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. Pundt has over 24 years’ industry experience and skilled in tactical and strategic revenue…
MBR Boulevard goes wireless
The ‘Centre of Now’ has announced free wireless connectivity across the entire 3.5 km long Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard. The initiative follows the ‘Smart City’ project announced by His…
The latest industry appointments
AMIT ARORA has been appointed chief executive officer (CEO) at SKAI Holdings. In his current role, Arora will oversee operational requirements for the US$1bn Viceroy Dubai Palm Jumeirah.…
Downtown Erbil announced by Kurdish PM
HE Nechirvan Barzani, prime minister of the Kurdistan Regional Government recently unveiled Downtown Erbil, the first-of-its-kind integrated lifestyle development in the region by Emaar…
MBR Boulevard to showcase 50 new F&B outlets
The Mohammed Bin Rashid Boulevard is set to become Dubai’s culinary destination. The stretch will now boast over 50 new food and beverage outlets. The choice will range from Italian,…
DAEP to install smart gates at Dubai International Airports
Dubai Aviation Engineering Projects (DAEP) and emaratech have signed an agreement to build and install smart gates at Dubai International Airports. This also includes upgrade of immigration…
Dubai Mall commences massive expansion
Dubai Mall has commenced massive expansion set to welcome over 100 million annual visitors. With the first phase expansion by 1 million sq ft, the fashion portfolio of the mall will be…
Dubai Mall attracts 65mn visitors in 2012
Dubai Mall for the last year attracted 65mn visitors, an increase of more than 20% compared to 54mn visitors hosted by the mall in 2011.
Retail sales across various outlets also reported…
Registrations open for Emirates Classic Car Festival
The 5th Emirates Classic Car Festival has recently opened registration for the signature event.
The festival scheduled to be held from 7-9 March 2013 and is organised by Emaar Properties…
Urban tourism on the rise in Dubai
The fast-growing retail landscape in Dubai has given rise to a new concept of Urban tourism.
This concept has grown exponentially over the past few years. This fact was further…
Cafe Najjar offers Lebanese coffee to UAE
La Maison Du Cafe - 'Cafe Najjar' known for its Lebanese coffee concept has opened in the UAE.
The concept 'Café' was opened at Boulevard Emaar Plaza Tower in the presence of Khalaf Ahmad…
The Address Hotels + Resorts launches iPad app
The Address Hotels + Resorts launched an iPad app with the aim of enhancing guest experience.
The iPad application has been developed by the in-house IT department and provides guests with…
The Address Hotels + Resorts launches iPad app
The Address Hotels + Resorts launched an iPad app with the aim of enhancing guest experience.
The iPad application has been developed by the in-house IT department and provides guests with…
American Express launches Experience UAE campaign
American Express Middle East has announced details of its annual 'Experience UAE' campaign.
For the second year running, the campaign offers travellers to the UAE access to a wide range…
DTCM looks to boost tourism
The Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) in Dubai, in a bid to boost tourism sector, had a meeting with industry group.
The meeting witnessed the presence of representatives…
Southern Sun Middle East kicks off GCC road show
In an effort to strengthen its positioning in the region catering to leisure and business travellers alike, Southern Sun Middle East has embarked on a GCC roadshow with Emaar Hospitality…
The Address Dubai Marina to host wedding fair
The Address Dubai Marina is hosting the fourth edition of 'The Address Hotels + Resorts Wedding Fair', a popular annual event that showcases the entire spectrum of wedding services, from 22…
Address Hotels launches FB app
The Address Hotels + Resorts has introduced its new 'What's Your Address' Facebook application, allowing guests to explore local attractions when staying at the operator's five Dubai…
Hotel Show to host key technology launches
Organisers of this year's Hotel Show in Dubai have confirmed exhibitors from Canada, Italy and Norway will be unveiling new products at this year's event, which will be staged at Dubai World…
The Address to double property portfolio
Dubai-based The Address Hotels & Resorts is to double its portfolio in the next two years with plans to open five hotels internationally.The Address, The Terrace is scheduled to open…
UAE stars at travel industry’s ‘Oscars’ night
Etihad Airways, Jumeirah, Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA), Raffles, and Royal Caribbean were among the names to emerge victorious at World Travel Awards 2011 Middle East Ceremony held at…
ATM 2011 to showcase regional industry’s ‘resilience’: Walsh
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2011, which kicks off in Dubai today, will showcase more than 2,200 exhibitors from 69 countries, covering more than 20,000 square metres of floor space, at the…
ATM 2011 to showcase industry’s ‘resilience’: Walsh
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2011, the region's leading travel industry showcase, which opens its doors tomorrow, Monday 2 May, is preparing to welcome over 2,200 exhibitors from 69…
Sir Rocco Forte to speak at ATM’s new ILTM forum
Reed Travel Exhibitions is introducing its renowned ILTM Ultratravel Forum to Arabian Travel Market, which takes place from 2-5 May 2011 at Dubai International Convention & Exhibition…
World’s highest restaurant opens in Dubai
The world's highest restaurant has opened in Dubai. Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building in Dubai. At 442 metres high on Level 122 of Burj Khalifa - the world's tallest building -…
ILTM reveals panelists
International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) has revealed its panelist line-up for this year's event. Representatives from Virtuoso, Valerie Wilson Travel, American Express,…
The Address partners Emirates Skywards programme
The Address Hotels and Resorts has entered a partnership with Skywards, Emirates Airlines' frequent flyer programme. Under the new deal, which was sealed in a ceremony at Level 152…
Antarctic Gentoo Penguins arrive at Dubai Aquarium
Dubai, UAE; June 9, 2010: Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo at The Dubai Mall now offers a glimpse of life in the icy Antarctic.For the first time in the Middle East region,…
First Gucci hotel to open in Dubai this year
Luxury hotelier Elisabetta Gucci has revealed plans to roll out 40 hotels over the next 15 years in the Middle East, Far East and South America with the first property opening in Dubai…
Hilton signs Jordan Dead Sea property
Hilton Worldwide has signed a management agreement with Dead Sea Resorts PSC for the new-build Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa in Jordan, scheduled to open in Q4, 2013, as…
Dubai developer showcases Delhi Games Village properties
Emaar, the Dubai-based real estate developer, is showcasing properties at the Commonwealth Games Village's Residential Complex. Starting today and running for three days, the…
Armani Hotel Dubai to open on 21 April
Dubai, UAE; April 15, 2010: Armani Hotel Dubai, the world's first hotel developed by Armani Hotels & Resorts, in Burj Khalifa will open on April 21, 2010. An…
Dubai Mall hosts five million visitors during festival
The Dubai Mall, the world's largest shopping and entertainment destination, hosted five million visitors during the one-month Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), setting an…
Premier Inn opens another Dubai hotel
Premier Inn has opened its third hotel in Dubai as part of a strategy to open one budget hotel in every major city in the GCC by 2015.The newest Dubai property is located opposite Terminal 3…
The Address Dubai Mall offers fashion advisors
Dubai, UAE; February 9, 2010: The Address Dubai Mall's latest addition to their gamut of exclusive services is a personal fashion advisor for all in-house guests. Directly linked…
Tiger Woods golf course still under development
The Tiger Woods Dubai golf course and luxury-home complex will be completed as planned after being pushed months behind schedule by the sheikhdom's property slump, its developer…
New Armani hotel gets inspected
A team from Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) went on an inspection tour of Armani Hotel Dubai in Burj Khalifa on Monday ahead of the luxury property's scheduled…
World’s first Armani Hotel to open in March
Milan; January 4, 2010 (TravMedia.com): Armani Hotel Dubai, the first hotel to open under the collaboration between Giorgio Armani S.p.A. and Emaar Properties PJSC, will be officially…
Dubai unveils world’s largest performing fountain
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Jan. 4 /PRNewswire/ -- WET, the creator of community experiences using nature's elements, announces the unveiling of the awe-inspiring Dubai…
Burj Dubai opens to the public
Dubai, UAE; January 4, 2010: At the Top, Burj Dubai, the world's highest observation deck on Level 124 of Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, will open…
Burj Khalifa enjoys successful launch
Dubai announced Burj Dubai to the world with the claim, 'History Rising'. Six years on and history has most certainly 'risen'. Burj Dubai will soon be transformed into a vibrant…
Burj Dubai enters final stage of construction
Dubai, UAE; November 10, 2009 (TravMedia.com): Burj Dubai, the world's tallest building, which is being developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, is nearing…
The Address Dubai Marina opens
Dubai, UAE; October 29, 2009: The Address Dubai Marina has opened its doors ushering in a new business and leisure hub in one of Dubai's most vibrant lifestyle destinations,…
The Address further strengthens UAE portfolio
Dubai, UAE; October 8, 2009: The Address Hotels + Resorts, the five star premium hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, has strengthened its portfolio in the UAE with…
The Address Dubai Mall launches meeting facilities
Dubai, UAE; September 23, 2009: The Address Dubai Mall, the latest addition to the premium hotel brand The Address Hotels + Resorts, introduced by Emaar Hospitality Group…
The Address to open two more Dubai hotels
The Address Hotels + Resorts, the five-star hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality Group, is further strengthening its presence with two new properties in Dubai; The Address Dubai Mall…
Armani Hotel Dubai starts recruitment drive
Armani Hotel Dubai, a partnership between Emaar Properties and Giorgio Armani, has announced a global recruitment drive to hire 600 hospitality professionals. Recruitment will…
First European posting for The Address
The Address Hotels + Resorts, the five-star hotel brand of Emaar Hospitality, has marked its entry into the European market with a management contract to operate Domaine de…
Burj Dubai - world’s tallest and growing!
Emaar Properties has announced that its Burj Dubai development has set a new landmark on its climb into the record books. The tower has reached a new record height of 688m to become the…
Sega theme park for Dubai Mall
Gaming giant Sega Corporation and UAEdevelopers Emaar are planning to launch a 'Sega Republic',the Gulf News has reported. The 7,061m
World’s tallest tower delayed
The Burj Dubai Tower, which is set to become the world's tallest building when completed, will be delayed by an extra 8-9 months, according to Emaar Properties. The Gulf…
Gold, gold everywhere
The Dubai Mall, the flagship project of Emaar Malls Group and one of the world's largest shopping and entertainment destinations, is to house the world's largest indoor Gold Souk.…
Armani gets attention
Armani Hotels & Resorts - partnership between Emaar Properties and Giorgio Armani - has showed off the collaboration at this year's Arabian Travel Market being held in…
Tram for downtown Dubai
An advanced tram system has been unveiled for downtown Dubai.Developed by Emaar Properties PJSC, the 4.6 km Downtown Burj Dubai Tram System tramway comes with a price tag of AED 73…
Marriots for India
Emaar MGF, one of India's leading real estate developers, has partnered with Marriott International Inc. to develop JW Marriott Hotels in New Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata and a Courtyard by…
Dubai a "super city" for timeshare?
Dubai has been tipped as a prime candidate for vacation ownership.David Clifton, Managing Director, Europe, Middle East & Africa, Interval International, told an…
Lombok gets Middle East investment
Balidiscovery.com, quoting Taj Hamaad, an advisor to the property group, said a final deal is being hammered out prior to ground-breaking ceremonies planned for later this…
Unfinished but already world’s tallest
At 512.1 metres, the Burj Dubai is not even finished yet, and developers say that there is still a long way to go. Developed by Emaar Properties, Burj Dubai is now…
