Shaikh Mohammad Bin Rashid Al Maktoum launches virtual tour of Burj Khalifa
Google has used the latest imaging systems to present 360-degree images of Burj Khalifa, which is the tallest building in the world. The virtual tour of Burj Khalifa can be experienced by visiting Google site maps at www.google.ae/streetview
Marriott eyes 10,000 rooms in Dubai by 2020
Marriott International’s plans to increase the number of hotel rooms in Dubai to 10,000 by 2020 have been underpinned by the UAE’s successful Expo 2020 bid, a senior executive of the hotel group has said.
Swat team descends fog-shrouded Burj Khalifa?
Dubai: It resembled a scene from Mission: Impossible. Men clad in black descended a fog-shrouded Burj Khalifa, taking their lives into their hands dangling from the end of a series of ropes.
Burj Khalifa: Tower of love
While the first batch of visitors was busy drinking in the view from the observatory deck, a German visitor chose to propose to his girlfriend
Dubai hotels record 80% occupancy in 2013
Dubai: Hotels in Dubai recorded 80 per cent occupancy in 2013 as the hospitality market absorbed the influx of new hotel supply, according to the latest report by global consultancy Ernst and Young (EY).
Armani Residences offer the high life
Bashir Hiridjee's purchase of Armani Residences 1218 is not a mere bricks-and-mortar investment. "Living in the Burj Khalifa is truly a privilege. Living in an Armani Residence is magical since you are treated like a prince.
Want to party inside Burj Khalifa?
Whether you want to party inside the Burj Khalifa, or overlooking it, we have two new spots for you to consider. This week, Burj Khalifa launched The Annex, an events venue with views of The Dubai Fountain.
Branded residences: Dubai’s fast growing asset class
While most of these projects are still under construction, a few such as the Dusit Residence Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Living World Trade Centre Residences and the Armani Burj Khalifa Residences have proved popular despite the downturn.
Highest fashion show
For Hend Al Mutawa, the stakes are high. The Emirati designer is planning the world's highest fashion show on April 14 at At.mosphere on the 122nd level of the Burj Khalifa Tower. "I was looking for a venue for my debut solo fashion show and figured if I wanted it to be the best show, with the highest level of fashion, why not host in the highest venue in the world?
Iftar of the day: Mediterraneo, Armani Hotel
The iftar at Armani Hotel Dubai's Mediterraneo is unique not least because it is in the iconic Burj Khalifa, but because of the experience. Few restaurants in the city offer such expansive views of the Dubai Fountain.