Watch video: How the Burj Khalifa looks from space
We have seen the Burj Khalifa from different angles, at different times of the year and during different seasons. But what really takes the cake is a glimpse of the Burj Khalifa from space. Yes, space!
Dubai to Get its Very Own Opera House
Developer Emaar made the announcement adding that the venue will be used for opera, theatre, concerts, art exhibitions, orchestra, film, sports events and seasonal programmes. Think centerpiece of the district to promote the art and culture scene in Dubai!
Dubai bidder misses out on Scarlett Johansson prize over Oxfam rift
A Dubai charity auction guest who paid $55,000 to meet Hollywood actress Scarlett Johansson will now miss out on the prize after the star’s very public rift with Oxfam saw her resign as an ambassador for the aid agency, Arabian Business has confirmed.
What If We Covered the Burj Khalifa in a Big Condom?
The world's tallest skyscraper, the 2,717-foot Burj Khalifa, can be pretty hard to miss. What other reason would somebody have for wanting to wrap it in a massive sheet of reflective fabric?
US Developer Reef Worlds Plans Underwater Project In Dubai
US-based developer Reef Worlds has announced that it is interested in building underwater tourism sites in Dubai and across the UAE. The company is planning to develop a project called Lost Cities in The World Islands aimed at capturing the $3 billion dollar dive and tourism market, it revealed in a statement.
Weekend Warrior: GQ Bar in Downtown Dubai
Looking for the new hip place to lounge at after a busy day at work or while away the weekends? The newly-opened GQ Bar at the JW Marriott Marquis in Downtown Dubai is the place to see and be seen.
Burj Khalifa records over 1.87 million visitors in 2013
Visitors to the observatory deck, located on Level 124 of Emaar Properties’ global icon Burj Khalifa, increased 13 per cent in 2013, up from 1.66 million visitors the previous year.
Bronze sculpture unveiled in Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai has added to the area’s collection of public art with Rhims Gazelle Herd Edition 1, a bronze sculpture of a herd of gazelles, cast in clay and moulded in wax, symbolic of one of the region’s native animals.
Burj Khalifa NYE fireworks will once again impress Dubai and the world
Dubai is all set to dazzle the world with its iconic New Year’s Eve Gala and a spectacular fireworks display that will light up Burj Khalifa once again. Hosted by Emaar Properties, this year’s festivities are expected to break 2012’s record of 1.7 million visitors at Downtown Dubai.
Toko Restaurant opens in Vida Downtown Dubai
Sydney’s Toko Restaurant & Lounge has opened its first restaurant outside of Australia in Dubai. The Dubai restaurant is a collaboration between Bulldozer Group and Emaar Hospitality.
