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Iftar evenings At the Top of the world

Iftar evenings At the Top of the world

Celebrate sundown over Dubai from Burj Khalifa, the worlds tallest building. The Holy Month of Ramadan is all about reflecting on the values of generosity, charity, gratitude, solidarity and compassion. Contemplate the values of the Holy Month, marvel at the bountiful splendour of nature, cherish the achievements of mankind working in unity from the worlds highest observation deck with an outdoor terrace.

Review: 'Lego Architecture: Towering Ambition' at the National Building Museum

Review: ‘Lego Architecture: Towering Ambition’ at the National Building Museum

In a sunny gallery on the second floor of the museum, compelling large-scale reproductions of the Empire State Building, the Sears Tower (the Chicago landmark now known as the Willis Tower) and the current highest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, stand next to one another, as if relocated to form an ideal city of overachieving architecture. The Burj Khalifa model, which took 340 hours to build, is 17 1/2 feet high and incorporates 450,300 bricks.

Hot Hoteliers head to Armani Prive

Hot Hoteliers head to Armani Prive

Hot Hoteliers is holding its next networking event at Armani Prive at the Armani Hotel Dubai. Attendees are invited to explore the VIP lounge, which features a resident DJ and overlooks the Dubai Fountain. Hospitality industry employees are welcome on July 26 from 7:30.

Guests invited to 'jog with the GM' at The Palace

Guests invited to ‘jog with the GM’ at The Palace

The Palace — The Old Town has introduced complimentary in-room fitness kits to guest rooms. The indoor kit includes an exercise DVD, Swiss ball, medicine ball, dumbbell set, exercise mat and resistance band, with personal trainers available on request to conduct training sessions in guest rooms.

Designer Italian dining à la mode

Designer Italian dining à la mode

The decor and mood at the Armani Ristorante is a blend of conservatism and luxury; muted shades of beige and taupe are enlivened by tasteful flickers of glistening gold, from the stylish cutlery or the rim of a delicate china plate.

Creative triumph!

Creative triumph!

Held at the chic Armani Hotel Dubai, Burj Khalifa, this time round, Manipal University’s annual event Fashionova saw a brand new batch of students bring their stylish best to the catwalk.

Oceanco hosts international press at the yard

Oceanco hosts international press at the yard

The top responses from the 22 journalists canvassed included were “Orcas, Burj Khalifa, George Clooney, and the Mona Lisa.” Shall we conclude that Oceanco has a killer instinct, reaches to build the biggest in the world, has the sexiest yachts, and is at the same time enigmatic?

Dubai summer shopping fest set to start

Dubai summer shopping fest set to start

Through the promotion, shoppers can win vouchers to Modhesh World, Aquaplay, Ski Dubai, Magic Planet, Cite’ des Enfants, Soccer Circus Dubai, iFLY, At The Top, Burj Khalifa Observatory, Cinestar Cinemas, Aquaventure & The Lost Chambers, Dubai Dolphinarium, and Wild Wadi Water Park.

Would you rather have photographs or experiences?

Would you rather have photographs or experiences?

The view of Dubai and the surrounding area from the Burj Khalifa’s 124th floor gives much to contemplate: the vast, multi-hued desert not far from the spectacular buildings, the deceiving serenity of the sea, the incredible development of the city and the wonders of modern engineering and architecture.

Emaar Retail launches season of fun for the little ones at The Dubai Mall Summer Camp 2010

Emaar Retail launches season of fun for the little ones at The Dubai Mall Summer Camp 2010

In addition to the week-long integrated The Dubai Mall Summer Camp offered, parents also have the option of enrolling their children for any of the individual summer camps at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Dubai Ice Rink and KidZania®.