Category: United Arab Emirates

The world's most expensively dressed Christmas tree

The world’s most expensively dressed Christmas tree

By on Dec 16, 2010 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Resorts, United Arab Emirates

Each year Emirates Palace dazzles its guests and visitors and this fifth year anniversary for Emirates Palace ends on an exceptional high as the only address to celebrate in unique world record breaking style. Aiming for its second published Guinness World Record. Emirates Palace invites you to marvel at the world’s most expensively dressed Christmas tree, […]

Abu Dhabi to become an international cruise hub?

By on Oct 28, 2010 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become an international cruise hub has received a significant boost following the signing of a landmark co-operation agreement between Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and MSC Cruises that will see the world’s fastest growing cruise operators deploy one of its top vessels to the UAE capital on a homeport basis from […]

Dazzling Dubai deal with Royal Caribbean

Dazzling Dubai deal with Royal Caribbean

By on Oct 03, 2010 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Join Royal Caribbean International‘s Brilliance of the Seas next year on an eight-night Dubai fly/cruise from just £919.00 per person (based on two people sharing an inside cabin).  Price includes return flights from London Heathrow, transfers and a seven-night cruise departing Dubai (United Arab Emirates) and calling at Fujairah (United Arab Emirates), Muscat (Oman), Abu […]

World's first gold vending machine

World’s first gold vending machine

By on May 19, 2010 in Middle East, Regions, United Arab Emirates

The world’s first gold vending machine is now enticing tourists in Abu  Dhabi where the Gold to go has found a home in the uber-luxurious setting  of Emirates Palace – one of the world’s most opulent hotels. Gold to go  dispenses ten specially-designed 24 carat gold bars in various  designs, such as the Kangaroo, Maple […]

Armani Hotel Dubai now open

Armani Hotel Dubai now open

By on May 17, 2010 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, United Arab Emirates

The world’s first Armani Hotel, designed by fashion guru Giorgio Armani, is now open for business in Dubai after various delays to the project. The 160 room hotel, which oozes style, is located in the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest skyscraper. Although this is Dubai’s newest five star hotel, the Armani Hotel will soon have […]

Expansion of The Rocco Forte Collection

Expansion of The Rocco Forte Collection

By on Apr 21, 2010 in Accommodation, Africa, Business Travel, Egypt, Hotels, Middle East, Morocco, Regions, Resorts, Saudi Arabia, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

The Rocco Forte Collection – which currently has 13 luxury hotels in major cities across Europe –  has revealed that its first property in the Middle East will open in Abu Dhabi this Autumn. It will be followed by a 146-bedroom property opening in Jeddah in 2011, a 90 All-suite Golf, Spa & Villa Resort […]

Great Hotels Organisation welcomes new members

By on Mar 11, 2010 in Accommodation, Germany, Hotels, Middle East, Oman, Regions, Spain, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, Western Europe

Great Hotels Organisation is welcoming a number of new members into its alliances (Great Hotels of the World, Special Hotels of the World and Metro Hotels).  Here’s a summary: Great Hotels of the World Eurostars Madrid Tower, Madrid, Spain Located in Madrid’s business district, the five-star Eurostars Madrid Tower offers 475 modern and luxurious rooms […]

New destination management company from Etihad Airways

New destination management company from Etihad Airways

By on Mar 09, 2010 in Air Travel, Middle East, Regions, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is expanding the range of services it offers business and leisure travellers with the launch of a new destination management company – Hala Abu Dhabi. The new company will be  based in the nation’s capital but offer travel products, services and activities throughout all seven […]

Victoria Beckham offered £25 million to design hotel?

Victoria Beckham offered £25 million to design hotel?

By on Feb 05, 2010 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

Media speculation claims that Victoria Beckham has been offered a cool £25 million to design rooms and staff uniforms for a luxury Dubai hotel. Isla Moda has reportedly already recruited the services of Chanel’s head designer Karl Lagerfield and it’s claimed that Sheik Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum has personally approached the former Spice Girl about […]

The view from the very, very top of the Burj Dubai

By on Nov 17, 2009 in Accommodation, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates, Videos

This amateur video footage is taken from the very top of the Burj Dubai‘s spire and gives an interesting perspective over the surrounding area. Even some skyscrapers look miniscule in comparison.

Multiple openings for aloft in October

Multiple openings for aloft in October

By on Oct 03, 2009 in Accommodation, Arizona, Asia, China, Hotels, Illinois, Middle East, New Jersey, North America, North Carolina, United Arab Emirates, USA

aloft is gaining momentum this month with plans to open one hotel each week in North America – double the pace of previous months. The surge in aloft openings is helping move Starwood Hotels & Resorts closer to its goal of opening its 1,000th hotel or resort worldwide. Offering high style at a steal, aloft […]

First Fairmont hotel to open in Abu Dhabi

First Fairmont hotel to open in Abu Dhabi

By on Sep 08, 2009 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

The first Fairmont hotel in Abu Dhabi is due to open at the beginning of next month, adding to the capital’s portfolio of luxury hotels.  The 369-room Fairmont Bab Al Bahr hotel, in the “between the bridges” area, will include the first Marco Pierre White Steakhouse and Grill outside the UK, and a Frankie’s Italian […]

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island to open soon

Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island to open soon

By on Aug 25, 2009 in Accommodation, Attractions, Bars, Business Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Leisure Travel, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates

The iconic Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Yas Island will open its doors shortly. The 428-room contemporary hotel is located along the new Links Championship Golf Course and is within five minutes walking distance of the latest Formula 1 Yas Marina Circuit. This latest addition to IHG’s Crowne Plaza estate is situated on one of the […]

New exclusive brand from Ritz-Carlton: Ritz-Carlton Reserve

By on Apr 06, 2009 in Accommodation, Asia, Caribbean, Central America, Costa Rica, Hotels, Middle East, Puerto Rico, Regions, Thailand, Turks and Caicos, United Arab Emirates

The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. is launching a new exclusive brand for high-end travellers; Ritz-Carlton Reserve. Phulay Bay in Krabi, Thailand, will be the first property to open in spring 2009. The philosophy behind the Ritz-Carlton Reserve portfolio is to create idyllic retreats where guests can escape into an exclusive leisure experience. It offers guests […]

The Cove Rotana Resort, Ras Al Khaimah

The Cove Rotana Resort, Ras Al Khaimah

By on Feb 28, 2009 in Accommodation, Bars, Business Travel, Family Travel, Going Out, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Restaurants, Spas & Pampering, Speciality Travel, United Arab Emirates, Vacation Rentals

Rotana has announced the opening of its first property in Ras Al Khaimah – The Cove Rotana Resort  -overlooking the Indian Ocean on an idyllic water inlet at Arqoob Beach. This exquisite resort offers authentic Arabian hospitality, an elegant design and more than 600 metres of beach, tranquil azure waters and a multitude of activities. […]

Coldplay to play at Emirates Palace for one night only

Coldplay to play at Emirates Palace for one night only

By on Feb 13, 2009 in Accommodation, Celebrities, Events, Hotels, Middle East, Regions, Travel Miscellany, United Arab Emirates

Coldplay, the world’s biggest-selling musical act for 2008 has confirmed that they are heading to the UAE for the first time as part of their current world tour, and will play a spectacular gig at the impressive Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi. The one-off show from the award-winning foursome comes as the final stop on the […]