Oct
27
2009
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Dubai fashion week 2009 is well underway. Similar to last year many of the fashion lovers are visiting the show.
However, some are questioning whether the event is a success. Let’s have a look at the designer list this year.
Aartivijay Gupta
Aisha Saim
Anam Sohail
Asma Chapti
Babita Malkani
Beenas & B’jouel
Dona Gilbert
Ekta Singh
Furne One
Georgiana Mascarenhas, Helen de Carvalho & Juliana Bocchese
Hatem Alakeel
Homa Qamar
HSY
Irena Trajkova
Kalid Alhajri
Kanzi
Mariam Al Mazro
Michael Cinco
Miss Elegant Noura Al Hashimi brand by Amber Feroz
Najibah Pandor
Natasha Petafi
Rajnish Malhotra
Rima Ashemimry
Salma Khan
Shrekanth Yeddula
Siddartha Tytler
Simone Khambatta & Roma Narsinghani
Tina Bedi
Troy Costa
Walid Atallah
Zaeem Jamal
Some fashion experts are saying that world-class fashion designers are not in the list. But some says the list is not bad.
I am not a fashion expert to make a coment. What do you think about Dubai fashion week 2009?
Oct
21
2009
Melbourne’s Matt Joyce and Sydney’s Marcus Lee spent nine months in a Dubai jail and finally have been granted bail in the lead-up to their fraud trial, expected to begin next month.
They had been working for Dubai real estate developer Nakheel on the waterfront development when they were arrested. Joyce had been managing director and Lee commercial manager of the development.
The following details were published by the Australian Broadcasting Corporation (ABC).
Joyce’s solicitor, Martin Amad, says it is the first time an independent judicial officer has looked over the defence material submitted on his client’s behalf.
“[There are] allegations of deception, as part of his employment with Nakheel, and these allegations are vehemently denied by Matt,” he said.
“Now that he’s on bail, he looks forward to joining his wife and three children and obviously spending some quality time with them and also preparing his defence. He’s very, very confident that ultimately he’ll be found innocent of these allegations.”
The men were arrested nine months ago and were charged with fraud in July.
Mr Amad says the charges would not stand up in Australia.
“This is a completely innocent transaction,” he said.
“There’s been a total misunderstanding on behalf of the Dubai prosecution authorities. We believe the granting of bail is indicative of that. It may well be a case of a severe global financial crisis and the effect of that crisis in Dubai. It may be a number of other factors.”
The property market in Dubai suffered during the financial crisis and Mr Amad says his client’s situation is not unique.
“There have been a number of cases of expats residing and working in Dubai who have run foul of the law over there in similar circumstances and in circumstances where they likewise have been found totally innocent of any allegations,” he said.
No one knows what the truth is. I am sure all expats in Dubai will be closely watching the trial and how it will be conducted.
Oct
12
2009
Now you don’t have to fly with Emirates airlines to by in-flight items. They recently opened an online store with full of items.
The only problem is currently they deliver only within the UAE. The good news is they are going to start international delivery very soon.
So if you want to buy Emirates aircraft models or any other item then visit their website.
Oct
10
2009
There is a possibility that the taxi fare in Dubai is going to go up again. The Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) plans a major upgrade of Dubai’s taxi service and is planning to increase the number of cabs on the road. They also are considering the current taxi fares and a potential increase.
How this is going to impact Dubai expats?
This may not create a major impact on expats as most of them are not using taxis. However, this will impact travellers who are coming for holidays in Dubai and expats who are returning back from their vacation as most of them take taxis from the Dubai airport.
Many Dubai expats have told us that public transport is becoming their preferred option to avoid traffic and high taxi fare. But we all know that the Dubai public transport system needs many improvements to cater the large number of commuters.
Oct
10
2009
This is a very interesting news item. A delegation from the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner on Human Rights (UNHCHR) has made a visit to Dubai Court during its current visit to the UAE.
The purpose of the visit is to discuss the UAE’s commitment in eliminating racism, racial discrimination, xenophobia and related intolerance.
All Dubai expats know that racism is openly practiced in Dubai. One example is the salary, which is depending on your nationality.
In the other hand Dubai is much better compared to other GCC countries, especially Saudi and Kuwait.
The final outcome of this visit is not yet clear. It is very interesting to see whether UAE is willing to comply with UNHCHR regulations or continue to practice its own rules and regulations.
Oct
4
2009
Emaar Properties has announced that Burj Dubai the world’s tallest building, is on track to be completed later this year. This is definitely going to attract many tourist from all over the world.
Here are few of the amazing features of this building
* Current height is over 800 meters
* The total weight of aluminium used is equivalent to five A380 aircrafts
* 103,000 sq metres of glass used in the cladding panels that can cover 14 standard football pitches
* The total length of gaskets is 2050Kms
This construction has already established many world records. There is a news that Burj Dubai is going to have the world’s first Armani Hotel and Armani Residences.
Sep
26
2009
Dubai Metro the luxury rail line was officially inaugurated at exactly 09:09 PM on 09, 09, 2009 by Sheikh Mohammed the ruler of Dubai.
Will the Dubai metro reduce current traffic problems in Dubai? The time will tell us. Below is a video of the grand opening.
Sep
21
2009
Traveling to Dubai is exciting, fun and exhilarating! You’ll be going to new places, seeing new things, and experiencing new experiences. But traveling (not only Dubai but anywhere in the world) can also put you and your family in the path of all kinds of dangers unless you know what you’re doing and take simple steps to take care of yourself.
Travel Safety Tip #1: Do not put your home address on your luggage tags! Use your business address or rent a box from a mailbox store and use that address.
Mailbox stores will provide you with a street address, and in the event that your luggage is lost, it will be returned to your mailbox store address. Also use covered luggage tags.
Travel Safety Tip #2: Carry important papers and documents such as hotel reservation receipts, contact numbers etc on your person at all times. Do NOT check anything that you can’t afford to lose. Also make photocopies of all of your travel documents. Keep the original with you. Put one set in your luggage and leave one set with a friend or family member.
Travel Safety Tip #3: Make certain that your prescription medications have been properly filled and labeled. Remember that certain prescription medications are forbidden in Dubai, so check for restrictions before you travel. Keep your prescriptions with you at all times.
Travel Safety Tip #4: Do not wear clothing or jewelry that tells others that projects wealth or affluence. Do not wear expensive jewelry or watches. It’s really best to leave jewelry at home or in a safety deposit box. Dubai is a very safe place to travel. The crime rate is next to nothing. But you should not take a chance.
Travel Safety Tip #5: Never travel to Dubai during Ramadan period (fasting season of the Muslims). There are many restrictions during this period including when to consume food. These are legal requirements and you can get in trouble if you don’t follow the rules. This is not a good time to travel.
Jul
21
2009
Travelling with children is always a challenge, and air travel with children is one of the bigger challenges, especially if it is a long journey. Do you know it doesn’t have to be a nightmare, and with just a little planning, you can even make flying with children a pleasant experience. Here are some tips.
The trick is to look at the situation from the child’s point of view. The ideal situation is to begin travelling by air with children at the earliest age possible. When children are comfortable in a situation and understand what is going to happen, they are much less fearful.
Children are more comfortable with familiar people and places. Fear of the unknown agitates adults and agitates children even more. If you are about to travel by air with a child who has never travelled by air before, take the time to take him to the airport at least once — and more would be better — so that the airport is a place that he has been before where nothing bad happened.
Prepare the child for his first flight by telling him or reading him stories about flying, especially interesting things about air travel. That will increase child’s curiosity of flying and make them eagerly waiting for the flight. Check with your local library to find age-appropriate materials. There are literally hundreds of books about travel and air travel for children of all ages. You can also find CDs and DVDs on the same subjects.
When did you last had a quality time with your children? Most children value the undivided attention of the adults in their worlds above all other things. Use the flight time to talk to and listen to the child. Just your attention can make a child see air travel as a very good thing.
Keep your expectations within the realm of reality. You are not going to work or snooze while the child sits quietly in his seat and remains perfectly quiet. It isn’t going to happen, so don’t expect it to happen.
Go prepared to entertain the child for the duration of the flight. The bad thing is that children are easily bored, but the good thing is that children are also easily distracted. Pack age-appropriate games and other items that will provide entertainment.
You may also consider buying safety air travel equipment for children. There are many items available in the market ranging from safety belt to safety seats.
Jul
15
2009
What makes a great golfing vacation destination, well, great? Is Dubai a good place for a golfing vacation?
Golfers are looking at a great many things when choosing a golfing vacation destination. Perhaps the number one requirement on the list is that there be a lot of golf courses in the general
area and maybe one rather famous one as well, but those are not the only things that golfers use to determine what their golfing vacation destination will be.
The determining factors that golfers use to choose a great golfing vacation destination other than a good variety of really terrific courses (which is, of course, the first requirement) are:
1. A great setting: You can find good golf courses in many countries, but some of them are located in areas that also provide some beautiful scenery as well. Jebel Ali Golf Club in Dubai is
located in a place surrounded by mountains. This is a perfect place for those who love Golf and nature.
2. Other attractions and activities: Golfers DO golf, but they don’t golf 24/7. Many golfers travel with their families, and so they want to choose an area that offers more than JUST a great
golf course. Dubai Creek Golf club is an ideal example in this category. This world famous Golf course is conveniently located in the heart of the Dubai CBD.
3. Quality accommodation options nearby: Golfers want comfortable and safe hotel accommodations for themselves and their families.
4. Good weather conditions for Golf
5. Easy travel: Golfers look for easy travel to and from a great golfing destination, but also easy travel within the area.
Dubai does not offer many golf courses. However, the few golf courses in Dubai are well appreciated by world champions such as Tiger Woods.
