The letter, directed to residents and visitors of Dubai, included 12 principles based on the Rulers observations and consultations.
Points included setting up ‘Dubai Council’, which will be chaired by HH Sheikh Mohammed himself, as well as H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Crown Prince of Dubai and H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed, Deputy Ruler of Dubai.
Dubai Council’s aim will be to ensure Dubai becomes one of the best cities in the world in terms of global competitiveness, economic leadership and attractiveness. It will be up to the Dubai Council to map out a vision for the emirate’s next 50 years to ensure ‘the best quality of life for citizens, residents and visitors of Dubai.’
The Dubai Council will also ‘oversee the launch of major projects in the emirate, work on introducing new development sectors and foresee future global opportunities.’ Meetings will be conducted once a month and the agenda will include the launch of a “major project” in the Emirate.
In the letter, Sheikh Mohammed spoke of six growth pillars which will be overlooked by six officials in Dubai. They include the Dubai economy, citizen services, government development, infrastructure, security and justice, and health and knowledge.
The six officials will be in charge of monitoring the progress as well as following up on objectives of the government entities and departments in these sectors. Advisory boards will be set up for each pillar presenting ideas and suggestions but also reporting observations to the council.
The Ruler of Dubai also stated that agreements for every department will be reviewed every two years, and he added that ‘those who fail to bring about real change within two years shall be relieved of their duties.’
Concluding his letter, HH Sheikh Mohammed stated that ‘the ultimate goal of the new system in Dubai is to create new transformations, overcome emerging challenges, rejuvenate ideas and ensure a better future for our current and next generations for whom we strive to leave the world’s most liveable city.’
If you’re a foodie who loves fine Italian fare, then this one’s for you: Chef Matteo Rizzo, the head chef at Michelin-star Il Desco Restaurant is flying in from his native Verona, Italy for a special limited-time only pop-up at Andaz Capital Gate Abu Dhabi from November 29 to December 2.
This Saturday, Cove Beach brings you a special edition of JMRCK with special guest Baby Cham. Expect a beach party on the sand with food and drink stations, live music and plenty of dancing until dark
Check-in with your doctor and insurance carrier. Double check and make sure that you have all of the proper vaccinations and that you have renewed all essential prescriptions. Also, ask you medical insurance provider if your policy applies overseas for emergencies. If it doesn’t, and you want to add extra coverage, consider supplemental insurance.
Bring copies of your passport
If your passport gets stolen or lost you want to be sure that you can still get back into the country, or be able to prove your citizenship.
Leave a copy of your passport
For extra backup, leave a copy of your passport at home or with someone you trust. Consider making an electronic copy you can store in your email account as well.
Register with your embassy
If there’s a problem in the country, this will make it easier for your government to contact you and get you to safety.
Money
Look up the monetary conversion before you go. Finding out that one Danish Krone is equal to just 19 cents … bad surprise. Make sure you do your math before you travel to get a sense of where the conversion rate is at.
Make sure your credit card
Will work in the country you’re visiting. European banks have switched almost completely to the more secure chip-and-PIN technology, and fewer businesses abroad are accepting the outdated magnetic-strip cards.
Go to a bank or ATM in the country you’re visiting
The conversion centers in the airport or around the city tend to be huge rip-offs. You won’t get charged as many fees at the ATM or the bank, and the conversion will be exact.
Always have local cash
Not every place takes credit cards. Especially important places like trains or buses.
Call your bank or credit card provider
Sometimes banks think that fraud may be occurring if transactions are suddenly happening in Bali when you’re from Jersey, and they will turn off your card as a security measure.
Check the country’s entrance/exit fees
Some countries require travelers to pay in order to enter or leave the country. These fees are not included in the price of your airline ticket, and can range from $25 to $200.
New Year’s Eve is one event brings forth unity in diversity, with people looking forward to all year – there’s always something significant and emotional about the New Year. During the hours leading up to the countdown, the city’s best hotels and eateries pull out all the stops to ensure that it’s a moment to remember forever. From huge brunches to sit-down dinners, the dining options in Dubai are endless.New Year’s Eve in Dubai is massive, with loads of parties, fireworks, brunches and dancing the night away until the early hours. Some of the best spectacular fireworks can be seen from Burj Khalifa, Atlantis the Palm, Dubai Frame (for the first time). If you want to celebrate a quiet New Year, perhaps book a desert safari tour for some serenity in the dunes.Burj Khalifa is a great place to be, especially with the extravagant pyrotechnic shows at Burj Khalifa and a water-music dance at The Dubai Fountain. Thousands gather along with the fountain and then head to The Dubai Mall for some dinner. In the shadow of the massive tower lies Burj Plaza, an open-air promenade. You’ll find a multitude of dining options with a direct view of the pyrotechnics. Just across the bridge from The Dubai Mall, you’ll find Souk Al Bahar where you can dine at upscale restaurants such as Karma Kafé and Serafina that boast views of the Burj Khalifa and The Dubai Fountain.
Experience a true fusion of traditional Arabian charm and futuristic dynamism. Enjoy panoramic views of Dubai’s dramatic skyline, perfect sandy beaches and the world’s tallest building, Hop off to explore historical souks, forts and palaces and enjoy the ultra-chic dining and ambient nightlife. With Big Bus Dubai, you’ll taste it all. Don’t miss the chance to explore Dubai with Big Bus Tours. This dazzling city couples the classical with the modern, blending ancient Arabian culture with dynamic architecture and state-of-the-art conveniences. Explore Dubai at your own pace with a 1 day Classic, 2 days Premium or 5 days Deluxe ticket for 3 routes on this hop-on, hop-off sightseeing bus. Enjoy audio commentary in 12 languages, live guided commentary on the Red Route and a range of extras such as entrance to the Dubai Museum, Creek Dhow Cruise, Night Tour and more.
Attractions on the City Tour – Red Route (Live Guided Tour)
Burj Khalifa / Burjuman Centre / Dubai Museum / Old Souk / The Dubai Heritage Village / Dubai Gold Souk / Dubai Spice Souk / Deira City Center Shopping Mall
During our staycation at Al Seef Heritage Hotel, we spent our breakfast at the hotel’s main and only restaurant, Saba’a. This restaurant offers authentic, oriental cuisine and celebrates the traditional flavours of the region.Also Read: Our Visit to the Museum of Illusions in Al Seef DubaiSaba’a translates to seven in Arabic, and this restaurant is open 7 days a week and serves breakfast and dinner. The team behind it specializes in preparing home-cooked meals.
Getting to the hotel means walking past alleys and pathways. There are signs that point to Saba’a which are helpful, but still we got a little lost looking for the restaurant. Only when a few staff from the nearby shops pointed us to the elevator did we find the restaurant via sign above the elevator.
I was pleasantly surprised with the ambiance of Saba’a. Much like the hotel, the restaurant keeps up with the traditional Arabic heritage in its ambiance and design. From the serving plates to the cups and cutlery to the tables and the chairs to the lamps and ceiling fans, the traditional and casual atmosphere made for an inviting and relaxed dining experience.
Breakfast Buffet
The buffet mostly has Arabic food with a international items. The dishes in the main buffet stations include boiled eggs, chicken sausage, baked beans, fried rice, roasted potato, salads and cold mezzes, and bread and pastry station.
They also have fresh juices, cereals, coffee and tea, ful medame station, fresh fruits and a few Arabic sweets.
I would like to see some more food like some more hot mezzes offered though.
Dubai has many attractions to visit and as a resident or tourist, there are various ways of getting around the city. You can take the most popular mode of public transport which is via Dubai Metro and bus. You may also hail a taxi. But did you know that you can also use water taxis, book a car via hail-riding app, or even charter a helicopter? Dubai is constantly evolving and introducing new options to make it easier for passengers to travel.Trivia: The Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) is the government authority in charge of the roads and transportation in Dubai. They also handle traffic, fines, licensing, public transport, Nol card and transport business.If ever you plan to take public transportation, it is wise that you secure a Nol card which is your ticket when you enter buses, trains and trams when going out and about.For everything else, there are plenty of means for you visit several places and spots in Dubai. Here we list the different types of transport available in the emirate
Buss
With over 1,500 buses circulating the city, catching one for your next stop will be a breeze. Waiting for one won’t be a hassle too since waiting sheds are well ventilated with air-conditioners. As mentioned earlier, payment for the bus is also available through swiping your Nol card
Dubai Metro
The cheapest mode of transport, aside from the bus, is the Dubai Metro train. Ever since it started operating in 2009, the Dubai Metro carries millions of passengers. You will still use your Nol card as you tap your fare to access this transport. Arriving at Dubai International Airport, you can easily go straight to the metro and take you to famous landmarks, malls and key places in the city.
The Eid holiday week is coming up and we want to our readers to have the best! Why not get out of Dubai, away from all the rush and noise, and stay somewhere classy or hang about and enjoy luxury and big celebrations. Here are our TOP 5 Hotels in the UAE, for your Eid 2014 holidays! In no particular Order! We like to mix it up!
Everything from the name to the ambience says culture. This desert resort is a true taste of the middle-east and its rich culture. The resort is amongst the natural middle-east, the foundations; the desert! One can truly relax and soak in much more than just the sun, you can ride a camel over the desert dunes and enjoy the eye catching landscape unveil before you. The décor will blow you away and take you back to the old days, creating an Arabian experience, not like any other.
It is located in the Liwa Desert, one of the largest sand deserts in the world! This beautiful resort by Anatara allows you to embrace mind blowing adventures, whilst retaining a luxury oasis for those eagle-eyed travelers. From the Spa to the activities such as Archery, Biking, Falconry, Desert Walks and Dune Bashing, to the range of food, you will never want to leave to explore the capital city, Abu Dhabi. There’s even a teens and kids club for the young ones, 3 flood light tennis courts for the sporty ones and a library for those quite book worms! Spend your Eid YOUR way at Qasr Al Sarab, there’s something for everyone, no matter how old or young!
2. Ras Al Khaima: DoubleTree by Hilton
This hotel is definitely a treat, with its 4* rating (Expected from all hotels by Hilton) you can ensure comfort, great hospitality and amenities. The first thing I would like to express is the delicious free cookie upon arrival! This hotel has spacious, clean and comfortable rooms. With an in house spa, pool, poolside bar and restaurant, you may want to stay in the hotel, but you have another option if you want more! The DoubleTree has a sister 5* hotel which has its own private beach, Fitness center with a gym/workout room, spa, a beautiful pool with a poolside/beach side bar with a great business Center. The staff are very friendly and helpful, and there is even a cute little gift shop to visit at the end!
3. Dubai: Al Maha Desert Resort
Another desert resort, but none the less. It is situated in the booming, blasting, “We are determined to do everything the biggest and the best”, that’s right; Dubai. The luxurious spa and resort is an adults-only retreat! The desert atmosphere is portrayed through the astonishing views, along with its traditional architecture and cultural furnishing, each suite gives you a spacious bathroom with only the best amenities and a private temperature-controlled pool with an unexplainable views across the soft golden sand dunes. The food is prepared with fresh and organic ingredients, served in the restaurant or in your own room! The hotel is perfect for you couples, children over the age of 10 are welcome.
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4. Ajman: Ajman Saray
Now although Ajman isn’t as developed as Abu Dhabi, or lively as Dubai, it is still worth your time, there is history behind Ajman that you won’t find anywhere else! Ajman has kept its ties with the past with its forts and peers, the beautiful sea front and once home to the royals. The Saray has a taste of the history, as well as all the luxuries one could want for a blissful break! From bathrooms with a views, to a taste of Arabic tea or Qahwa (Coffee) watching the sun go down. The hotel is full of surprises, you won’t even feel the loss of the sky high Dubai or the modernized Abu Dhabi. The décor shows attention to every little bit of detail from the tiles on the wall to the chandeliers and the pool side loungers and huts.
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5. Fujerah: Iberotel Miramar Al Aqah Beach Resort
Last but by no means least the wonderful Fujerah, and again like Ajman it is not the life of the party like Dubai or as sophisticated as Abu Dhabi, but it has beauty in its own way. This resort always has lots of activities going on! From beach parties to kids’ activities, from the spa to their own private beach. It is in our top 5 for a reason! There is a play area for the children, the rooms are not as traditional as the others but they are more of an international genre. Walking into the hotel gives you a grand castle like feeling, form your room to the beach and the pool, you will feel the royalty like ambiance rushing through your blood, because the staff are so helpful and tend to each need with the upmost care and genuine desire to help.
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So there you have it, our short and sweet top 5 UAE hotels for the perfect, relaxing, luxurious Eid Holiday. They tell enough for you to trust, but not so much to let you into the little secrets each has to unveil to you.
Firstly I would like to apologise for the slow content but we are working on a lot of exciting things for you guys! Let’s start with a short review of Level 43 @FourPointsBySheration
This is one of the outstanding views from the Sky Lounge rooftop bar @FourPointsbySheraton on Sheikh Zayed Road! We popped by on the weekend and had to share it with you!!
As soon as you walk out the lift into the corridor there is a mysterious, fun and relaxed vibe. The theme colour (Purple) is prominent throughout and this creates a great atmosphere through the lounge and outside bar. As we walked to the bar we were greeted by friendly staff and seated outside. The view on all corners was stunning, and we loved the view of the Burj Khalifa, but it didn’t look so big from where we were sitting! (The art of physics eh?)- The further a building, the smaller it looks!
Level 43 at night
The seating arrangement inside and outside is perfect for a quick drink before heading somewhere to dance the night away, or those relaxed evenings with a group of friends! They even have two seater tables for those more intimate nights, with a view!
The ambiance and music genre is varied and has obviously had some thought put it into it! The place filled up quite quick, and we were there around 10.30pm… groups, couples, young and old… the crowd added to the whole ambiance! The friendly staff were very accommodating and conversational, in terms of having that little natter when ordering and suggesting, they were very welcoming!
So if you are looking for a place this weekend, whether it’s just a nice intimate drink, or a friends catch up session or even having a few drinks before you head out dancing, this sky lounge bar is the place to be! They also have themed nights like ladies night on Tuesday and happy Mondays!
As some of you may know this week is English tourism week, so here at Dubai blog, we want to go global with it! We will be making posts about how English tourism has adapted, where it began, where it is now and what people think! It’s going to be a celebration with a boom and we would love for you to get involved! Send in your ideas and pictures or comments!To kick it off here’s a quick list of “typical tourist traditions”
1. LONDON-
the capital of England: In many parts of the world if you say you’re from England, or even British… Everyone almost certainly says… Oh yea London! London is not the whole of the U.K., nor is it the only place in England… But it Is a hot spot for tourists. From the London eye to Madame Tussaud, and how can we forget Buckingham palace and the Houses of Parliament.. If the flags flying… The queen is definitely in! Then there’s the dungeons and the London eye, the underground and the wonderful westfield, Famous harrods and Oxford street! London is full of it!
Tower Bridge in London, United Kingdom. Historic Suspension Bridge in London at Sunset. River Thames.
Looking for things to do this month ?As you may know there is something or the other always going on in Dubai, whether it’s an event, a festival, a race, a conference or something a bit more social… You will never be short of things to try or explore! So what’s going on this month? We have picked a few things, from music to family fun and something for your wallets to indulge in!
So you’re probably thinking.. One of the worlds most extravagant cities? A city that hosts a 7* hotel, the worlds tallest building, biggest mall, that fortune you just spent getting there? How can anything be free? How can you POSSIBLY do things for free? Well, we have found a few of the good ones and here we go…. Dubai blogs top free things to do in Dubai!
1.Dubai Mall Fountains.
Dubai mall hosts a wonderful fountain show from 13.00-14.00 and then in the events from 18.00-23.00 (Every 30mins). The show is free to watch, but get there in plenty of time to catch the show, especially the evening shows, they can get pretty busy! The fountains dance to the sound of the wonderful music, from arabic to french, and there’s also been a bit of Michael Jackson! These fountains are something all the family will enjoy!
6 Free things to do
2. Madinat Jumeirah.
“The city” of Jumeirah, this place is somewhere you don’t want to miss! From the wonderful Arabian architecture to the views of the Burj Al Arab, with its hotels, restaurants and coffee shops, it’s almost like a little village on the edge of the city! If you don’t want to spend any money you can window shop in the souq shops, the local shop keepers are friendly and very welcoming! It is nice to embrace the culture and beauty of the place!
3. Dubai Mall Aquarium
Whilst entering this isn’t free, you don’t actually need to go in to see the fish! This wonderful underwater experience can be seen outside the candylicious, the main tank lets the kids see all sorts of fish and saline swim on by! You might even catch the occasional diver or feed!
4. Jumeirah Mosque
So this isn’t completely free but for a mere 10AED (£2) you can have an organised tour of this world wander! From the tranquil atmosphere and mind blowing architecture, Jumeirah mosques “open door, open to anyone” policy welcomes people form all faiths. It is one of the most photographed mosques in Dubai! Respectful dress is required (Long skirts/dresses, trousers, etc) and ladies will need a hat or a scarf for their head.
5. Gold and Spice Souqs
This is not your ordinary Birmingham jewellery quarters and you will certainly leave AMAZED! From the long and heavy traditional arabic wedding gold to the beautiful glitzy bracelets and head pieces! The spice Souq is also a must visit, with the aroma of spices lingering, spices fro mall over the world meet here, and you definitely
6.The Beach!
Dubai is flocked with public beaches from mamzar to the iconic beach at JBR! We recommend the JBR beach for a nice relaxing beach day with family, surrounded by restaurants and ice cream stands! Whilst you have to pay for sun loungers, towels usually suffice! so just bring your own and you’re ready for a fun beach day! The beach tends to get busy in the afternoon so get there nice and early or an evening at the beach can also be lots of fun!
A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises LLC, a Dubai-based service oriented conglomerate that offers a wide spectrum of business interests, today revealed three iconic hotel projects – Hilton The Palm, TAJ Exotica Resort & Spa and Marriott The Palm – with a target opening date of first quarter of 2019.
The luxurious properties located on the Palm Jumeirah will add 1,500 rooms and suites to the current inventory of hotel rooms in Dubai which is projected to reach 132,000 by end of 2019 as the UAE’s most populous city gears up for the Dubai World Expo with the government’s Tourism Vision forecasting 20 million visitors a year by the time of the event in 2020.
The three hotels will feature 25 dining outlets making the properties a culinary destination offering diverse cuisines created to impress even the most sophisticated traveler with a rich taste and flair for food and beverages.
A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises made the announcement at the opening day of Arabian Travel Market, the region’s leading travel and trade exhibition, where the Group is participating for the first time to showcase its portfolio of hotels that are currently being managed by reputable international hospitality brands.
Faisal Al Moosa, representing A.A. Al Moosa Enterprises commented: “With the opening of the three hotels on the Palm, we are not only expanding our footprint in the UAE but also contributing to strengthening the tourism sector of Dubai. These three iconic hotel projects will bring additional 1,500 hotel rooms that will support our government’s Tourism Vision for 2020. The hotels will cater to varied market segments across diversified source markets and will further strengthen the city’s reputation as the region’s leading tourist destination and the most visited city in the Middle East.”
Hilton The Palm, will be located on the Trunk of the Palm and will feature 608 rooms and suites and a Presidential Suite. The 13-story hotel is a beachfront resort offering breathtaking views of the Arabian Gulf. The hotel will offer seven world-class restaurants and lounges making it a culinary destination. Hilton The Palm provides a range of excellent amenities including a fully-equipped gym, a luxury spa, meeting and conference rooms.
Friday is the first day of the weekend here in the UAE and if you have been here long enough or know the happenings, you will know that after Friday prayers, most hotels and restaurants host Brunches! Whilst we have reviewed a brunch in Abu Dhabi before, this was our first invite in Dubai and it was a great place to start! We were approached by the Manzil Downtown to review Levant Brunch At Boulevard Kitchen Manzil Downtown, because we often like to take our little tots on our reviews and they picked up on that! However, just as we clarified with them, none of the children on our blog are our own I’m afraid, they are nephews and nieces and younger cousins. Both Kj and I adore children, but we just got married a few months ago, so children aren’t on the agenda for a while, our tots are enough for now! For this particular review we took two of our nephews form my side of the family, Daniyaal and Feeyaz!
Location
The Manzil hotel downtown is in the heart of one of many projects Dubai has shot up to celebrate its Arabian hospitality and culture. It is a step away from the largest mall in the world; Dubai mall, which hosts the iconic Dubai dancing fountains, Kidzania, Reel cinemas and much more in the line of retail, food, snd entertainment. Downtown Dubai itself has everything you need from boutique restaurants and shopping experiences to bikes you can rent (Just outside the Manzil hotel) for the cooler evenings or days! It is just a short walk fro the Burj Khalifa (the tallest building in the world) and just 20 minutes away from the airport too! It was easy to find and whilst we didn’t take the metro, the Burj Khalifa metro station wasn’t far, and the tram trolley runs through just down the road too!
Manzil Downtown lobby
The food!
From Gazpacho to Tabouleh and Fattoush, pickled veg, and other Spanish salad starters to the warm Arabic, and Moroccan bread, to the hot chicken shawarma, Lamb Ouzi (A wonderful whole lamb and oriental Middle Eastern dish), the rolls and international salads and indian curries, the rack of lamb and beef steak, and choices of soup, we tried a bit of everything between us!
However, the pulling and invitation point for us was that it is a family brunch, and other family brunches or restaurants we have been to have tables for children. One thing we noticed is that (Especially Feeyaz who is 6) the children struggled to see some of the dishes and what they were. Everything was so high up! Whilst they did have a childrens’ menu and pasta and such things were also available to order for the adult of the menu, it would have been better if they put the childrens’ menu items on a table in the childrens’ corner or somewhere accessible for them. I had to lift Feeyaz on occasion so he could see the dishes. Some of you may just place things on a plate and children are to eat what they are given, however I think a brunch that advertise family friendly and has provision and space for a childrens’ corner should cater for families like our own where children do like to see what they put in their plate. Although the boys loved the food, it would have been nice for them to have the freedom to choose a bit more openly. We especially loved the fresh prawns, the shawarma, gazpacho and the wonderful away of desserts.
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi attended Egypt’s Sharm El-Sheikh Heritage Festival during his state visit to the country.
His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces was accompanied by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi.
The leaders toured the festival, which is being in the city of Sharm El-Sheikh until January 18, and watched some of the camel shows.
Taking to Twitter, Sheikh Mohamed said the festival “embodies – our authentic, popular heritage and the depth of brotherly ties that unite the Emirati and Egyptian people”.
The UAE’s Burj Khalifa lit up in a towering display of national support for Australia following the recent bushfires that have devastated the country.
The massive display on the world’s tallest building read #MatesHelpMates, the hashtag used to show the Emirate’s outpouring of solidarity.
The three-minute display on the tower also called for donations to the UAE’s fundraising campaign for Australia in cooperation with the Emirates Red Crescent.
Commenting on the campaign, Reem bint Ibrahim Al Hashemy, Minister of State for International Cooperation, said: “The UAE community continues to identify ways to demonstrate that our country stands with Australia and seeks to support its people in any way possible. It is our sincere hope that the #MatesHelpMates campaign raises awareness of the situation in Australia and mobilizes members of the public to donate generously.”
In addition to the Burj Khalifa display, organisers distributed stickers and pins bearing the #MatesHelpMates hashtag and depicting a koala above the UAE and Australian national flags.
A moving video of support from Expo 2020 Dubai was also produced to publicise Australia’s plight and bolster support.
Similar projects backed by government entities and national carrier Emirates Airline and Etihad Airways have further contributed to the UAE’s efforts to encourage the public to donate to the disaster relief campaign.
Dubia: Are you amongst the 90 million guests who have visited the Dubai Global Village since its opened its doors in 1997? If not, its time to visit leading multi-cultural festival park as it offers plenty for every member of the family.
Latest global data reveals that the Dubai Global Village, the region’s first family destination for culture, shopping and entertainment, measures up to the world’s top entertainment destinations for average daily visitation.
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Dubai Global Village The Top Most Visited Entertainment Destination
Most visited attractions in the world
According to figures released in the Global Attractions Attendance Report – 2018 by Themed Entertainment Association (TEA) and AECOM, average daily footfall rates for the top four attractions in the world are 57,000 for Disney’s Magic Kingdom Orlando, 51,000 for Disneyland Anaheim, 49,000 for Tokyo Disneyland and 40,000 for Tokyo DisneySea. With an average footfall of over 42,000 guests per day, Global Village has joined the ranks of the top players in the world, according to information released by the Dubai Media Office on Wednesday.
Family entertainment
The significant accomplishment reflects Global Village’s constant efforts to offer best-in-class family entertainment and guest experience in alignment with the strategic directives of the UAE’s leadership and the Dubai Tourism Strategy. This also highlights Global Village’s appeal as a world-class attraction that is putting the country on the map as a leading tourism destination, both regionally and globally.
Proud legacy
Bader Anwahi, Chief Executive Officer, Global Village, said: “Dubai’s prestige and proud legacy as a go-to destination for extraordinary experiences is ever-expanding, which is why Global Village is proud to be a major component of the emirate’s transformation into a globally renowned tourism icon.
“Our contribution and commitment to the Dubai Tourism Strategy and the economic vision is evident in the sheer volume of guests that have experienced the unforgettable world we present at Global Village. As we celebrate welcoming over 90 million guests since the inception of Global Village in 1997, this motivates us to continually enhance and transform our facilities, operations, and activities to attract millions more.”
Celebrating numerous benchmarks
In addition to raising the bar for footfall and guest experiences with new activities and features, Global Village has crossed the milestone of 90 million guests since first opening its doors in 1997.
In just the first two months of Season 24, Global Village rolled out the welcome mat, and a world of magical and memorable experiences, for over 3.5 million guests. Furthermore, on the 48th UAE National Day, Global Village attracted a record-breaking 140,000 guests in one day.
Additionally, Global Village drew nearly one quarter (24%) of all tourists who visited Dubai in 2019 —according to the latest data from Dubai’s Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM). This reiterates the position of Global Village as the UAE’s most preferred entertainment destination for a memorable and fun-filled family day out.
An ever-evolving legacy of success
Season 1 of Global Village, which ran from 27 March to 26 April 1997 planted the seeds for future success, operating for 31 days on a 50,000 square-metre site at Dubai Creek side.
Fast forward 24 years of growth to the current 1.6 million square-metre operation which has evolved to be able to accommodate the needs of millions of guests. The extensive year on year development of the Global Village infrastructure includes the creation of 23,000+ parking spaces, state of the art crowd management technology, data-driven operations systems, enhanced ticketing platforms, world-class facilities and countless other guest-centric improvements, fuelled by learnings of best practices over 24 years.
100 nationalities
Thanks to the efforts of 10,000+ partners and vendors, who represent over 100 nationalities, Global Village has evolved into a hotbed for exceptional cultural and entertainment experiences that are raising the bar for regional and global guest experiences.
As the nation enters a new decade and embraces the theme for 2020: towards the next 50, Global Village is also looking forward to new beginnings.
Silver Jubilee event
“Season 25, our silver jubilee, is the perfect time for a fresh start and we will once again be raising the bar to ensure that we continue to deserve our place amongst the world’s leading entertainment destinations,” said Anwahi
