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DUBAI / GULF TIME On the 15th of March 1975, the late His Highness Sheikh Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, had the great honour of inaugurating Dubai’s very first five-star hotel with a distinguished ribbon-cutting ceremony. Constructed at a cost of AED 70 million and designed by the renowned Neal ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has wrapped up its participation in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) subnetwork meeting, a forum designed to deepen cooperation among cities that integrate creativity into urban development. The gathering provided an opportunity to share ideas and best practices that strengthen the cultural and creative industries. The engagement reflects ...

DUBAI/ GULF TIME The Kataria Foundation has partnered with King’s College Hospital London, Dubai, to launch an innovative initiative aimed at advancing research, clinical innovations, and patient care for Parkinson’s disease. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in establishing a regional hub for Parkinson’s research with a global impact. As the Parkinson’s Centre of Excellence King’s Dubai is at the ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has wrapped up the Japan Art & Culture Delegation Programme, an initiative supported by the Sikka Platform to expand opportunities for Emirati and UAE-based artists on the global stage. The programme offered participants the chance to engage deeply with Japan’s leading art institutions and practitioners. As part of the Dubai ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME SeaWorld® Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the World’s Largest Indoor Marine Life Theme Park is inviting parents and their kids aged seven to 12 to its biggest and most exciting Sleepover Event yet, taking place on Saturday, 21 June – Sunday, 22 June. This memorable overnight stay promises a night filled with unmatched fun, exploration and ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Renowned global wellness pioneer Chiva-Som selected Dubai as one of its worldwide host cities for its 30th Anniversary celebrations. This intentional decision reflects the UAE’s growing stature as a global hub for premium health and wellness experiences. With its forward-thinking hospitality scene and a community increasingly embracing holistic living, Dubai, and its magnificent skyline, offered the perfect ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Looking for the best summer staycation deals in Dubai? Experience a full 36-hour city break with our Summer Escape Package at Media One Hotel. From just AED 599, enjoy a 1-night stay for two guests with breakfast, early check-in from 8am and late check-out until 8pm the next day. That’s more time to relax, swim, chill, and ...

RAS AL KHAIMAH / GULF TIME Rixos Bab Al Bahr, the ultra-all-inclusive resort in Ras Al Khaimah, is hosting an exciting long weekend to celebrate Eid Al Adha. At Rixos Bab Al Bahr, guests not only enjoy free-flowing food and beverages but also interactive live performances, activities, and moments that will undoubtedly make the Eid weekend enjoyable. During their stay, ...

ABU DHABI / GULF TIME Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi invites guests to embrace the spirit of togetherness this Eid Al-Adha with An Eid to Remember, a thoughtfully curated stay experience available from 6 to 9 June 2025. Set against the backdrop of Abu Dhabi’s majestic coastline and the Palace’s magnificent surroundings, An Eid to Remember package includes daily ...

DUBAI / GULF TIME Chatori Gali, Dubai’s beloved North Indian vegetarian restaurant, proudly announces a major milestone in its culinary journey with the opening of two new Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) outlets — in Oud Metha and Jumeirah Village Circle (JVC). These launches mark a dynamic retail expansion within Géant Express Supermarket and Aswaaq Mart, with more locations already in ...