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Online food service takes ‘at-home happy hour’ to the next level

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Online food service takes ‘at-home happy hour’ to the next level

Dubai, UAE: For those cozy nights in, why not indulge in an extravagant treat and bring happy hour, home. 

Abela Online has curated some perfect pairings to accompany after-work drinks or some weekend sundowners to help you perfect the art of the at-home happy hour.

Offerings include gourmet cheese selections, indulgent savory pies and Arabic inspired snacks, meaning that you can spend more time enjoying time at home with loved ones, than cooking. 

Cheese Board

Order the Instagram-Worthy Cheese Board Platters from Abela Online’s customized cheese platters, that are sure to impress the cheese lovers in your life. The generous selection of cheeses is accompanied by a combination of fresh and dried fruits, salty crackers and a selection of condiments. The platters are available in vegetarian and non-vegetarian options and come in three different sizes – small, medium, and large.

Assorted Snacks

The assorted snack package is an excellent option for all occasions with six delicious individually packed snacks. Each bundle includes Meat Kibbeh, Cheese Rolls, Meat Sambousek, Falafel, Chicken Shawarma Sambousek and Vegetable Spring Rolls. These frozen goodies are a quick and easy treat to pop in the oven and impress guests for those last minute occasions.

Savory Pies

This delicious homey comfort food is an indulgent treat. Using the freshest ingredients these gourmet pies come in pairs with a range of filling options such as the Chicken & Mushroom Pie, filled with fresh chicken, mushrooms, and cream cheese, and the Beef Pepper Steak Pie filled with tender beef steak, onions, and garlic. A delicious veggie option is the Vegetable Pie filled with broccoli, mushrooms, cauliflower, peas, and beans. Serve them warm with a side of mushy peas or a healthy salad, perfect at any time of day.

Desserts

For those with a sweet tooth, there are lots of treats on offer too. 

From Arabic Kunafa cheesecake, carrot cake, Lotus Cheesecake, Oreo Cheesecake to coconut cookies, there is an array of indulgences inspired from around the world. Treat you and your guests to a Tiramisu Jar like you were in Tuscany, or date cookies like you’d baked them yourself. 

Dishes can be ordered on www.abelaonline.com, with free same day delivery on orders above AED100 in Dubai and Abu Dhabi made before 1pm.

Founded in 1967 in the United Arab Emirates, Abela & Co has firmly established itself as a leading food service company in the country and a pioneer of its industry in the region.

Dubai Parks and Resorts looks to the future with record-breaking ride launches

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Dubai Parks and Resorts looks to the future with record-breaking ride launches

Dubai, UAE: Following the launch of nine new rides, including the world’s tallest swing ride, along with a whole new food and beverage outlets and retail experience at Bollywood Parks, Dubai Parks and Resorts has monumental plans for the rest of 2021 with its array of exciting launches. 

These include two world-first rides and record setting thrills inspired by the Now You See Me and John Wick movies at Motiongate Dubai, the region’s first and a world record breaking wooden coaster at Bollywood Parks Dubai, and the launch of the Middle East’s first Legoland Hotel. 

Rami Mashini, Vice President for Sales, Marketing and Strategic Partnerships at DXB Entertainments said: “Being one of Dubai’s leading tourist destinations, we are dedicated to continually think about ways to innovate and expand our incredible theme parks. 

“We promise amazing experiences to our guests and this year will see Dubai Parks and Resorts launch record breaking concepts that will set the standard for theme parks in the region, and will raise the thrills at the park to new heights. It is an exciting time for everyone as people are able to move around Dubai more freely, and international travellers can start to plan their trips to Dubai. 

“We couldn’t be happier to be launching these world-first rides, and an incredibly unique hotel destination for families this year, so we can look to the future together and have something exciting to look forward to.”

This year, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired theme park, Motiongate Dubai will substantially add to its offering as the park will become home to the first ever theme park coaster that has been inspired by the global hit action franchise, John Wick, as well as introducing the world’s fastest single-car spinning coaster that has been based on the popular heist thriller franchise, Now You See Me.  

Adding to Dubai Parks and Resorts title of the Middle East’s largest integrated theme park destination, Bollywood Parks Dubai will continue its exciting year of record-breaking activity when it launches the region’s first ever wooden coaster later this year.

With a track length over 1km and speed of 88km/h, the high thrill coaster will boast 33 discrete moments of airtime, which is the most moments of airtime in any wooden coaster in the world, and will grant the park its second world record of the year. 

The exciting launch leads on from the re-launch of the region’s only Bollywood inspired theme park in January 2021, that saw Bollywood Parks Dubai introduce an entire new offering that included the world’s tallest swing ride, the 460ft Bollywood Skyflyer, nine action-packed world-class rides and attractions, and authentic food, beverage and retail options. 

Dubai Parks and Resorts is also set to officially launch the Middle East’s first Legoland Hotel this year. The 250-room unique hotel has been built with children in mind as its star guests and will give families the chance to truly immerse themselves in a playful Lego themed world. 

Dubai Parks and Resorts continues to operate with enhanced health and safety measures in-line with current guidelines from the UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention, and approved international practices from the World Health Organisation. 

To keep visitors and staff safe, all parks enforce social distancing measures, contactless payment, reduced capacity in rides, shops and restaurants, and enhanced cleaning and disinfection measures. For more information about Dubai Parks and Resorts, to check the park’s safety guidelines in relation to COVID-19 and to book your visit www.dubaiparksandresorts.com. 

Knight Frank appoints new senior head of Middle East research

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Knight Frank appoints new senior head of Middle East research

Dubai, UAE – Knight Frank has strengthened its Middle East Research team with the appointment of Faisal Durrani as head of Middle East Research to cement its position in the region as the go-to source for property market intelligence.

Faisal brings a wealth of in-depth local market knowledge to the Middle East Research team. He will be working very closely with MEA Managing Director, James Lewis, to create and deliver a world-class research programme centred on thought leadership initiatives and issues that will shape the region’s property market as the post-Covid recovery begins.

Faisal has over 15 years’ experience in property, most recently as Knight Frank’s Head of London Commercial Research in their London HQ, where he and his team provided consultancy and strategic advisory services to a range of global clientele, including investors, landlords, developers, HNWI, banks and institutions.

His knowledge and experience spans all real estate sectors and includes markets across the Middle East and West Africa and Faisal is a well-known commentator in various top tier global media outlets and publications. He speaks regularly at industry events, including at conferences across the region as well as the UK, Europe and Nigeria.

Faisal’s most recent success was Knight Frank’s 2021 London Report. As Editor-in-chief, he led and delivered this flagship publication, elevating its status through a collaborative approach across the firm’s global network, under the motto of ‘taking London to the world’. The range and depth of content attracted widespread acclaim from clients around the world, so it’s clear to see that Faisal is a very strong addition and the perfect complement to Knight Frank’s Middle East & Africa research team.

Faisal Durrani, head of Middle East Research at Knight Frank Middle East, said: “I am thrilled by the opportunity to work with Knight Frank’s teams across the Middle East and Africa to develop thought provoking property research that starts and leads conversations around market defining issues such as ESG and sustainability, as well as understanding the post-pandemic landscape across the region’s real estate markets.

“Working alongside such high calibre professionals to further the goals and ambitions of Knight Frank is an extremely exciting prospect, presenting me with an opportunity to help shape and deliver world leading property market research and analysis.”

James Lewis, Partner, Managing Director at Knight Frank Middle East & Africa stated that Durrani’s experience in the MEA region and his more recent time covering central London “will provide our clients enhanced perspectives of these dynamic markets.”

NH Hotels to debut at Dubai’s The Palm

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NH Hotels to debut at Dubai’s The Palm

Dubai, UAE:  Trusted mid- and upscale hotel brand, NH Hotels, is to debut in the Middle East region later this year with the launch of NH Dubai The Palm. Currently in the final stages of development, the new-build 533-key property will open its doors in December.

Located on Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah, a global landmark, NH Dubai The Palm will be part of Seven Hotel & Apartments, a mixed-use development consisting of a hospitality tower and a residential tower. The hotel will be easily accessible on The Palm’s main trunk, adjacent to the largest mall on The Palm and close to the Palm Fountain at The Pointe, which launched recently as the world’s largest fountain. Dubai’s other key tourist attractions including the Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall and Dubai Marina are all within easy reach.

The new 14-storey property will offer 227 hotel guest rooms and suites, in addition to 306 serviced apartments. Facilities will include multiple restaurants and bars, three spa treatment rooms, a kids’ club and four meeting rooms. For the active, there will be a gym fully-equipped with the latest equipment. In addition, the hotel will be home to a spectacular rooftop infinity pool, creating the perfect ‘Insta’ spot.

The hotel’s interiors will be bold, original and energetic, bringing bursts of colour and an abundance of local character reflecting the pulse of the dynamic city of Dubai. NH Dubai The Palm will introduce new hot spots to The Palm, including a lively sports bar, plus a stylish rooftop bar and lounge alongside the infinity pool, all west facing and perfect for enjoying city’s famous sunsets. Another key feature of the hotel will be a large comfortable multi-purpose space for co-working and with access to the gym and showers, ideal for those requiring a late check out.

NH Dubai The Palm is owned by luxury real estate and hospitality developer Seven Tides, with a portfolio including Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort and Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate.

Dillip Rajakarier, CEO Minor Hotels, said:  “We are thrilled to be bringing NH Hotels to the Middle East and launching in Dubai is a great fit for the brand. The hotel will perfectly complement the existing portfolio of hotels Minor operates within the city, alongside Anantara, Avani and Oaks, widening the offering available for our guests. We look forward to bringing this exciting new hotel to the market working alongside our partners Seven Tides.” 

Abdulla bin Sulayem, CEO of Seven Tides, for his part, commented, “We have built a close working relationship with Minor over the past eight years, initially with the launch of Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort in 2013. Being a mid to upscale brand, NH will complement the Anantara and provide cross-marketing opportunities along with the five-star Oaks Ibn Battuta Gate Hotel, another Seven Tides property that is under Minor management.”

NH Dubai The Palm will be the first of the brand to launch in the Middle East and will join an existing portfolio of over 240 NH Hotels properties, which are known for their quality of services and facilities. NH Hotels can be found in the best city locations across Europe, in South and Central America and in the Caribbean, effortlessly connecting guests with key corporate and leisure destinations.

Adagio Premium The Palm opens stunning ‘aparthogel’

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Adagio Premium The Palm opens stunning ‘aparthogel’

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: The esteemed aparthotel brand, Accor is delighted to announce the opening of Adagio Premium The Palm from May 17, 2021. The second Adagio Premium aparthotel to open worldwide, the property’s debut will offer travelers an unparalleled guest experience at an attractive price point. 

A stone’s throw away from waterfront destination, Palm West Beach, Adagio Premium The Palm will offer customers the chance to stay at one of the city’s most recognizable locations without the high price tag. 

Designed to make guests feel at home, the 12-floor-high property features 163 spacious serviced apartments, with 94 studio and 69 one-bedroom apartments – all of which have been designed with wooden and oak textures and décor to create a warm and homelike environment. Room amenities include private balconies, rain showers, a fully-equipped kitchen, laundry facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi, LED HD TV, 24-hour in-room dining and much more. 

The perfect location to relax and rejuvenate, the aparthotel also features a temperature-controlled rooftop swimming pool overlooking dazzling views of the Arabian Gulf, a 24-hour gym, an indoor sauna and jacuzzi as well as complimentary bicycles that in-house guests can use to explore the 1.6km promenade of West Palm Beach.

The unique architecture of the building features a vertically linear façade along with a combination of contemporary designs with natural materials that creates a striking visual impact from the offset. Upon entering the property, guests are greeted by stunning interiors inspired by its waterfront location, including a reception counter designed distinctively in the shape of a shell, chandeliers in the form of sunhats, artwork reflective of water during different times of the day and a salt crystal backlash which can be found in the elevators representing the marine location. 

Guests that like to eat and live well will also be able to enjoy Adagio Premium’s Fixie Café, connecting the community with healthy and hearty delicious menu options. The cycling inspired café boasts a unique urban and contemporary atmosphere, celebrating a healthy and happy lifestyle with both indoors and outdoors seating. The menu includes something for everyone – from gluten free options to a creative kids’ menu.

The brand’s motto “stay-live-enjoy” sets the stage for an unparalleled hospitality experience that visitors, business travelers, leisure guests as well as families can all expect when visiting Adagio Premium The Palm. 

Julia Schamne, General Manager at Adagio Premium The Palm commented “Adagio Premium The Palm is all about creating an environment where everyone feels the warmth of coming home. For me home is where you can feel at ease and be at ease. I have an amazing team and together we are passionate about extending genuine service. We are ready to make a difference with an authentic hospitality experience in a modern setting so that all our guests can take away something beautiful.”

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2021

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HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2021

Dubai, UAE: HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and Founder of the Emirates Group and chairman of Dubai World, has officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2021 marking the start of the 28th edition of the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition.

HH Sheikh Ahmed was accompanied by HE Helal Saeed Al Marri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Director-General of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), Claude Blanc, WTM & IBTM Portfolio Director; Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director Middle East, ATM and other VIPs who embarked on a tour of the show floor as the four-day event got underway at DWTC.

Taking place from May 16 to 19, this year’s event has 1,300 exhibitors from 62 countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy, Germany, Cyprus, Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, the Maldives, the Philippines, Thailand, Mexico and the US, underscoring the strength of our reach.

ATM 2021’s show theme is appropriately dubbed, “A New Dawn for Travel & Tourism.” This year’s edition is spread across nine halls. Consistent with the existing density restrictions and social distancing guidelines and regulations, ther HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens Arabian Travel Market 2021

World’s first in-person international travel trade event in 18 months opens in Dubai

HH Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, CEO and Founder of the Emirates Group and chairman of Dubai World, officially inaugurated Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2021 today, marking the start of the 28th edition of the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition.

HH Sheikh Ahmed was accompanied by HE Helal Saeed Al Marri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Director-General of Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), Claude Blanc, WTM & IBTM Portfolio Director; Danielle Curtis, Exhibition Director Middle East, ATM and other VIPs who embarked on a tour of the show floor as the four-day event got underway at DWTC.

Taking place from 16 to 19 May, this year’s event has 1,300 exhibitors from 62 countries including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Italy, Germany, Cyprus, Egypt, Indonesia, Malaysia, South Korea, the Maldives, the Philippines, Thailand, Mexico and the US, underscoring the strength of our reach.

ATM 2021’s show theme is appropriately ‘A New Dawn for Travel & Tourism’ and spread across nine halls. Consistent with the existing density restrictions and social distancing guidelines and regulations, there will be 11,000 people in the halls at any given time.

The event will once again play an integral role in Arabian Travel Week, a 10-day long festival of travel and tourism events taking place in Dubai and online. In addition to the in-person Arabian Travel Market event, the travel events that are part of Arabian Travel Week are: travel technology exhibition Travel Forward, ARIVAL Dubai for the tours and attractions sector, GBTA’s half day virtual business travel conference, ITIC’s Middle East Tourism Investment Summit and regionally focused buyer groups including China, and of course ATM Virtual, the online edition of the ATM exhibition.

This year, for the first time in ATM history, a new hybrid format will mean a virtual ATM running a week later, from 24-26 May, to complement and reach a wider audience than ever before. ATM Virtual, which made its debut last year, proved to be a resounding success attracting 12,000 online attendees from 140 countries.

Special treat for BBQ lovers!

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Special treat for BBQ lovers!

Dubai, UAE: This month, the Blacksmith Bar and Eatery has a special treat for BBQ lovers! The laid-back casual dining restaurant has launched an all-new DXB BBQ Month menu with spectacular dishes specially curated to celebrate International BBQ Month.

With prices starting at only AED 33 per dish, Blacksmith X DXB BBQ Month is the perfect excuse to dig into delicious smoky dishes, all month long! Available for a limited time only, throughout the month of May, the special menu features fantastic smoked and BBQ dishes, inclusive of meat, fish, vegetarian, and vegan options, designed to entice and excite all tastes. 

Guests can expect a selection of BBQ specials all through the month including, smoked spice duck and mango salad with pickled jicama, fried onions and burnt orange vinaigrette, vegan chili stuffed peppers with tomato rice, pinto beans, cilantro and Haute Sauce salsa fresca, Jack Daniel’s glazed BBQ Angus short ribs served with spiced cauliflower & fat chips, ‘hot smoked salmon fillet’ with spiced maple butter and tossed greens, and BBQ braised lamb shoulder, smoked mashed potato, green peas & turnips.

Open for dinner on Saturdays to Thursdays from 5 pm to 1 am and for lunch and dinner on Friday from 1 pm – 1 am, head over to The Blacksmith Bar and Eatery to relish the best BBQ flavors. For more information or to make a booking please call 04 407 8873 or email info@theblacksmithdubai.com and stay tuned via @theblacksmithdubai. 

Located in Wyndham Dubai Marina Hotel, The Blacksmith Bar and Eatery is following all guidelines and directives that have been set in place by the authorities, ensuring the wellbeing and safety of both guests and talent. 

Call center agent takes career leap to health care

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Call center agent takes career leap to health care

‘I’m enjoying it. There’s so many things to learn!’ –  Atashi Nag, Business Development Manager, Right Health

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Dubai, UAE: As they say, you’ve got to love what you do and do what you love – which is exactly what Atashi Nag did.

Working as a call center agent, Atashi took a career leap and flew to Muscat, Oman six years ago to work in health care. She then moved to Dubai four years later where she landed a job with one of the most prominent and well-established health care company in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

“When I started working in the health care industry, I immediately realized the value. There is just so many things you can learn and I am enjoying it,” Atashi, who holds a degree in Aviation and Hospitality, told Dubai Vibes Magazine (DVM).

And so, arriving in Dubai around 2019, she wasted no time looking for a job in the health care.

Right Health has over 60 facilities spread across the UAE. It has over 100 doctors and 700 staff. Last year’s height of the pandemic tested Right Health’s mettle.

“Right Heath took a major role,” said Atashi, explaining that the health facility did Covid screenings; even went to labor camps to reach out to workers.

At some point, Right Health was attending to around 400 patients a day at its clinics.

Atashi said she is proud of their team. “Our doctors and nurses…they are superheroes who were not scared for their lives. They were ready to serve as many patients that were coming in,” she said.

So, thinking of career shift? Take it from Atashi: “Go to wherever you will enjoy your work. I’m loving mine.”

Caesars Palace Dubai unveils super summer offer

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Caesars Palace Dubai unveils super summer offer

Dubai, UAE: With the summer holiday season almost here, Caesars Palace Dubai invites holiday makers with an enticing, family-friendly experience package that combines great getaway vibes with the ultimate, luxury city break. 

Valid until September 30, 2021, the exclusive family offer welcomes guests to experience the very best of Caesars’ signature hospitality in its luxuriously spacious and stylishly designed Family Suite, which serves as the perfect beachside retreat to dine, unwind and relax. Featuring contemporary and elegant Roman inspired furnishings, each suite boasts a private balcony overlooking spectacular views of the azure Arabian Gulf, modern amenities, a walk-through dressing room and a deep soaking bathtub.

Included in the package is a delectable breakfast for the entire family at the award-winning Gordon Ramsay Hell’s Kitchen, a jam-packed roster of daily activities for kids and teenagers, access to the Empire Club for children under 12 and daily passes to two of the city’s best attractions – Laguna Waterpark and indoor tropical rainforest, The Green Planet. 

The ideal place to make life-long memories, families can explore the resort’s landscaped grounds and pristine, private beach with uninterrupted views of Dubai’s glittering city skyline and awe-inspiring sunsets. Youngsters can perfect their cartwheel skills on the lush lawns, learn how to fly a kite or master the hula hoop with friends, while the private beach will welcome guests to splash amongst the warm waves, build sandcastles with the little ones or simply soak up some sun.

The fun doesn’t stop there. While the kids are being entertained, parents staying in a Family Suite can treat themselves to complimentary sundowners at Havana Social Club, a vibrant bar inspired by 1920s Cuba. 

International guests staying in a suite can also enjoy a one-way airport transfer, with the hotel providing a range of welcome amenities for families on arrival. 

Located on Bluewaters, Caesars Palace Dubai is the city’s most sought-after island oasis and the perfect destination to create unforgettable memories. From breath-taking rooms, stylish suites with Jacuzzis on the terrace, a 450-metre golden sand beach and four temperature-controlled outdoor infinity pools, plus world-class dining and royal pampering at the resort’s Qua spa, guests can expect a stay filled with relaxation and pure indulgence.  

The family offer package is exclusively available to guests who book a Family Suite at Caesars Palace Dubai, with prices starting from AED 5,800. 

To book, please contact +971 (0)4 5566466 or email stay@caesarsdubai.ae | caesars.com/dubai

An unforgettable Eid celebration at Wyndham Dubai Deira

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An unforgettable Eid celebration at Wyndham Dubai Deira

Dubai, UAE: In line with the Eid Al Fitr celebration, Wyndham Dubai Deira reveals its Eid staycation offer. Equipped with stellar room rates for GCC residents, inclusive food and beverage packages and a range of bespoke benefits, Wyndham Dubai Deira is delivering an unforgettable Eid staycation experience.

Guests can enjoy three nights of seaside views and reside in one of the most magical neighborhoods in Dubai for an attractive price of AED 750, applicable for two adults and two children (below 12 years).

To ensure overall convenience, guests who avail the offer will be able to check-in early (10 am) and check out late (4 pm), upgrade to Seaview rooms, and utilize shuttle service to the Deira City Centre free of charge during this special offer. 

In the spirit of giving, this Eid, Wyndham Dubai Deira is also offering a generous 30% discount on the Dubai Parks & Resorts entrance fee and a AED 60 cashback voucher to be utilized at Wyndham Dubai Deira during the stay. 

Guests can also indulge in a breakfast and dinner buffet at the hotel’s premier dining concept, The Spicery. Boasting infused Middle Eastern accents, this unique venue is the perfect atmosphere to celebrate and create memorable experiences with family and friends.

For reservations, please contact us or book online: 

Wyndham Dubai Deira 

Telephone: +971 4 5255000 | Email: reservations@wyndhamdubaideira.com

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