Events and important occasions in Dubai. We discuss the various events that make Dubai as the mega city that it is now. We talk about holidays and special dates in the calendar.
To be the recipient of a good mixture of cinema and culture from all around the world, the Dubai International Film Festival (DIFF) is the place to be. And of course, to additionally play witness to the appearances of various celebrities. DIFF is the leading festival of the year, in terms of the film industry … Read more
Movenpick Hotel Jumeirah Lakes Towers celebrates Christmas season with plenty of offerings for its guests and patrons. We attended the Christmas Lighting event a few days ago and we had a fun night of festivities. Blue and silver Christmas Tree by Movenpick JLT Movenpick JLT Christmas Lighting & GEMS Jumeirah Primary School Choir Carols GEMS … Read more
China Grill Dubai has just opened their outdoor terrace! Launched last December 9 through an exclusive event party, this is a great venue for food and drinks against a backdrop of Dubai’s skyscrapers. The terrace was packed with people all wanting to relax during the chilly night. China Grill Restaurant & Bar Lounge is located at the Westin Dubai … Read more
After our sumptuous dinner, we witnessed how Dubai residents danced salsa on a Friday night at Pachanga Restaurant and Cuban bar. We were enjoying some Latin American cuisine when we were informed that at 10pm, more people were to arrive for a night of salsa dance and music. Related Post: South American Dinner at Pachanga … Read more
Will there be a long holiday break on September? It’s not yet final, but according to a report by Emirates 24/7, there is a likely chance of a total of 5 day-break for Dubai residents in September to celebrate the Eid Al Adha feast. The break is from September 22 (Tuesday) until September 24 (Thursday), … Read more
Want to join a fun run at night in Dubai? Join the Electric Run which is set on November 6, 2015! The Electric Run is the world’s brightest night run as participants pass through exciting themes in the running course. The distance is 5K and you will be lighting up the streets of Dubai with … Read more
Dubai is a shopping haven, no doubt about it. Residents of the city, other Emirates, and even other countries in the MENA region come to Dubai because of the many options it offers for shopping. With the influx of tourists flocking this Emirate, Dubai has set up various Shopper festivals to cater to the demand … Read more
Daily Iftar buffets at the Dubai World Trade Center will take place during the Ramadan month in Dubai. The event is called The Majlis which happens every year in celebration of the Ramadan feast when our Muslim brothers and sisters break the fast of the day. As a resident, you can take part in this … Read more
Ramadan is fast approaching in Dubai. I didn’t realize that it was already coming soon. This event is going to be a time for fasting. The UAE is a Muslim country and non-Muslims are expected to follow certain rules to avoid penalties and to respect the practices observed in this month. People are not allowed … Read more
We visited the Arabian Travel Market during the opening day. Coming from Bab Al Shams Resort for a staycation, we headed straight to the Dubai World Trade Center so we can check out the biggest expo and conference about travel in the Middle East region. We arrived about 3pm at the exhibition hall and didn’t … Read more
