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Chor Bazaar, signature Indian restaurant situated at MÖvenpick Hotel Ibn Battuta Gate, has reinvented its menu so that the guests could experience Battuta’s time in India through the flavors of traditional “Thali” and delicious delicacies straight from the Tandoor. The menu was unveiled to the public in an exclusive launch event on the 29th of January 2013.
Radisson Royal Hotel, in partnership with Lonely Planet Traveller magazine and supported by flydubai, have revealed the winners of a UAE-wide travel photography competition to find the country’s most talented amateur photographer. Marking the launch of Lonely Planet Traveller magazine in the Middle East, the competition and exhibition, ‘A Taste of Travel’, asked aspiring travel photographers to post their…
Alber Elbaz has designed a bespoke Lanvin dress for Minnie Mouse to wear during the 20th anniversary celebrations of Disneyland Paris. A new teaser video uploaded to the Lanvin youtube account Monday asks “Who is the famous Lanvin guest?” and those with keen eyes will spot the distinctive red-and-white polka dot of Mickey Mouse’s luxury loving lady-friend, Minnie. In fact Elbaz has designed a Lanvin…
A handbag museum with a collection of over 300 handbags that date from the 16th century to the 21st century opened this summer in Shinsa-dong, Seoul, South Korea. This huge project of archiving and curating the vast history of handbags was initiated by Simone, a Korean Handbag manufacture. Designed by Korean architects UAD, the purse-shaped structure, complete with monumental loop handles perched on…
Recognising that fifty per cent of the world either aren't in a relationship or aren't into couples cuddles dictated by card companies the website has come up with 100 destinations perfect for avoiding Valentine's Day altogether and allowing people to love every minute of their holiday - solo. Suggestions include: Fabulous private villas so you can be left alone when all the couples are getting loved…
BMW has just released a fresh crop of limited-edition luxury skis, designed in collaboration with K2 Corporation. Among the series of new skis is the new M edition, inspired by the brand’s M line, which means they’re optimized for world-class skiers who traverse double-diamonds, not bunny slopes. They are a hybrid of camber and rocker, to boost turnability and versatility, and based on K2′s Baseline…
Doha-Qatar, February 11th, 2013: Qatar Tourism Authority announced the tenth anniversary of Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition, in a press conference held at the Doha Exhibition Centre (QTA premises). The tenth Doha Jewelry and Watches Exhibition will cover nearly 15,000 square meters and is expecting to welcome up to 50,000 visitors, as 26 exhibitors with more than 500 jewelry and watch brands have already…
H.E. Ahmed Bin Humaidan, Director General of Dubai eGovernment (DeG) Department met with Director-General, H.E Hilal Saeed Al Marri of the Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) in the first move towards enhancing government connectivity for the tourist sector in Dubai. During the meeting, the two sides discussed the means of further developing their relations and supporting DTCM’s efforts…
Tokyo and Osaka have topped an index of the world’s most expensive cities to live in for 2013, familiar positions for the Japanese megacities which have traditionally dominated the list prepared bi-annually by The Economist. The Worldwide Cost of Living report put the Japanese capital at the top of the index after comparing more than 400 prices across 160 products and service such as food, clothing,…
China’s first luxury liner, the Henna, was inaugurated on January 26 at the Sanya Phoenix Island international port. This luxury cruise liner, owned by HNA Cruises, can accommodate 1965 passengers in 739 cabins including nine suites with balconies. Facilities aboard include restaurants, designer shops, casinos, cinemas, spas and pools amongst others. From January to April, Henna will sail between…
Mall of the Emirates is celebrating the Chinese New Year with an 11-day festival for The Year of the Snake. The Chinese Women’s Association, Chinese dignitaries and businessmen in Dubai, Senior Management from Kempinski Mall of the Emirates and Majid Al Futtaim Properties will be participating in the inaugural ceremony on February 10th to celebrate the multinational diversity of Dubai with the community. Starting…
PESHAWAR, Pakistan (Reuters) - Pakistan plans to build a $30 million amusement park and outdoor activity centre in Abbottabad, where U.S. special forces killed Osama bin Laden, an official said on Monday. The private venture will include a zoo, water sports, a mini-golf course, rock climbing and paragliding, said Jamaluddin Khan, the deputy provincial minister for tourism. "The project will take five…
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Cooler temperatures are enticing food connoisseurs to indulge in decadent al fresco dining at the terrace venues of The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi. The end of 2012 saw the beachfront luxury hotel officially launch its beach restaurant, Turquoiz, which is set apart from the hotel as a rustic series of buildings nestled on the pristine, white sand and features a…
Travel to Germany is increasing at a faster rate than ever. According to statistics from the Federal Statistical Office, overnight stays by international visitors in accommodation establishments with more than ten beds totalled 64.2 million in the first eleven months of 2012. This equates to an increase of 8.1 per cent compared with the same period of the previous year. "As a travel…
Louvre Abu Dhabi will open its next exhibition on 22 April (running until 20 July) on Saadiyat Island showcasing important works of art from the Louvre Abu Dhabi permanent collection, some of which have never been seen or revealed before. Almost 130 art works will be shown in Manarat Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Cultural District’s art and exhibition centre, and will give visitors insight into the museum’s…
The future of cruises looks bright. A sector that is being boosted by big launches and innovative programs continues to attract an increasing number of customers. North Americans still go on more cruises than any other nationality, but in a few years’ time, the Chinese, who, as of this week, can now opt for a vacation on the homegrown company HNA Cruises’ liner Henna, may overtake them. In ten years’…
Prince Charles and his wife, Camilla, Duchess of Cornwall, took the London Underground early Wednesday morning to celebrate the famed subway's 150th birthday (London's first line opened January 10, 1863.) Shocking commuters, the two royals hopped on a Metropolitan train line from Farringdon to King's Cross (a ride which takes 3 minutes, according to The Telegraph); it was reportedly the first time Prince…
Fendi will finance a renovation of Rome’s famous Trevi Fountain, becoming the latest luxury group to fund repairs to priceless heritage in times of austerity. The 2.12 million euro ($2.85 million) repairs on the nearly 300-year-old fountain will be finished by 2015, Rome’s city hall and Fendi said in a note. Fendi’s artistic director Karl Lagerfeld, who is also a celebrated photographer, said he would…
