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Dubai is a city of excitement,adventure, and some mind-boggling

sights. There is no other place onthe planet where one can embark

on a Dubai desert safari in themorning, grab lunch at the iconic Burj

Al Arab, and take a Dubai dinner cruisein the evening. But incredibly, all of that

awaits visitors in Dubai.The city is also home to a handful of

the worlds largest amusement and water

parks, like Aquaventure and Wild Wadi,perfect for people and groups of all sizes

and ages. For those who want a birds eyeview of the city, theres plenty to choose

from seaplane tours, helicopter rides,hot balloon adventures, and the viewing

gallery at the top of Burj Khalifa.And dont forget the shopping that the

world reveres Dubai for. With giant-sizedmalls such as The Dubai Mall, Mall of the

Emirates, BurJuman, Wafi Mall, MercatoMall, and Dubai Outlet Mall, you can buy

virtually anything your heart desires. Onethings for certain for the biggest, highest,fastest and most expensive, this Emirati

city remains unrivaled in the world ofmoney-no-object luxury.

Of course, luxury comes at a hefty price.Consider this: Its possible to rack up charges

of US$ 50,000 for just a nights stay at Dubaismost iconic building, Burj Al Arab. Taller

than the Eiffel Tower and designed in theshape of a billowing Arabian dhow sail,the levels of service and ostentation at the

Burj remain undimmed in its 16th year.At US$ 24,000 per night in peak season, the

780-square-meter Royal Suite spans the entire25th floor and has a private elevator, cinema

and rotating canopy bed with a mirror aboveit to make the room feel even more spacious,

naturally. Getting to and from the Burj Al

Arab by road is evn more enjoyable in one

of its fleet of white Rolls-Royce Phantoms.And should you want to avoid pesky traffic,

theres a helicopter transfer to the buildingshelipad (a 15-minute hop from the airport)

for a whopping US$ 2,700. If you throw ina bottle of 1982 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild1er Grand Cru Classe at US$ 24,000 from

the extraordinary aquarium-surroundedAl-Mahara Restaurant, youve joined an

exclusive club that managed to splurge over

US$ 50,000 overnight!The worlds tallest building, BurjKhalifa,

also offers the ultimate in haute cuisine at

its home restaurant, At.mosphere, nestled40 metres above the city. But the view andthe food come at a price. Thirty grams of

Oscietre Caviar costs US$ 210. A bottle ofexquisite champagne goes for US$ 18,000.

Any takers?Dubai is regarded as the regions gold hub

and the worlds largest re-exporter of gold. Ifyou have deep pockets, youd do well to take a

look at the high-carat gold jewellery, gold barsand bullion coins, plus dazzling necklaces,

earrings and bracelets at its world-famousgold souks. And now, the latest fad in the

market is Gold to Go a product brand madeby the TG Gold-Super-Market Corporation,

designed to dispense items made of pure goldfrom automated banking vending machines.The gold-plated vending machines (or Gold

ATMs, as they are called), dispense 320items made of 24-carat gold, including 10-

gram gold bars and customised gold coins.Each gold bar is sealed in plastic with an

anti-counterfeit hologram label, and comeswith a description of its purity and price

per gram, as well as information about thesale and the companys 10-day return policy.Thats another good reason for gold lovers to

make a dash for the golden emirate!

OCTOBER 24, 2015

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Maximum BLINGThe superlatives are clearest in the extraordinary scale that Dubai has on offer. Not for nothing has Dubai has becomea byword for glittering excess

Worlds Most Expensive CupcakeHere is something every foodie will crave a cupcakemade of edible gold, at Dubai Malls Bloomsburys

outlet. Its high-end ingredients include organic flourand butter, imported from the UK, Italian chocolate

and vanilla beans from Uganda. For added decadence,the cupcake is presented on a 24-carat gold stand,alongside a golden spoon, topped with chocolate icing,

strawberries dipped in edible gold, and various otheradornments. The masterpiece, which has been named

The Golden Phoenix, is valued at AED 3,700 andpresented on a 24 carat gold Empire Morning Cake

Stand with Cloch by Villari.

Golden iPadGuests at the worlds most-luxurious hotel, the BurjAl Arab, are being bestowed with a new privilege

on arrival a gold-plated, 24-carat gold iPad worthAED 38,763. Designed by Gold & Co. London, and

engraved specifically with the hotels logo, thisluxurious iPad functions as a virtual concierge.At the touch of the button once can access both

information and the extensive selection of hotelservices, such as the Guest Services Directory,

detailed descriptions of Burj Al Arabs restaurantoptions and spa menu, as well as private dining,

butler and housekeeping services.

At.mosphere Restaurant at the top of Burj Khalifa Helipad on top of Burj Al Arab

A Birds Eye

View Of Dubai

Dubai is a city with luxury at its core. And the bestway to enjoy it is from the air. Seawings Seaplane

Tours takes you on a magical journey across theever changing skyline. After you take off from the

pristine waters of Dubai and ascend into the skies,you get spectacular luxury aerial experiencesthat you will want to relive every time you are in

the UAE. Observe unique perspectives of Dubaisiconic Burj Khalifa, Burj Al Arab, The World

Islands and Palm Jumeirah. Rest assured, you geta spacious cabin, with luxury leather seats and

five star service on every flight. There are severalpackages to choose from. Even the New York Times

said, It is the number one thing to do in Dubai.

Theres no better way to see thecity than from a seaplane...

DUBAI CREEK SILVER

Landmarks: Dubai Creek, Port Rashid, BurjKhalifa, Deira Clock Tower, Downtown Dubai,

Palm Jumeirah, World Islands, Burj Al Arab.Departure/Arrival: From Dubai Creek Golf & YachtClub and back.Duration: 40 minutesTariff: AED 1,695 per person

DUBAI JEBEL ALI SILVER

Landmarks: Palm Jumeirah, Burj Khalifa, WorldIslands, Burj Al Arab, Dubai Creek, Port Rashid.Departure/Arrival: From Jebel Ali Golf Resort andback.Duration: 40 minutesTariff: AED 1,695 per person

THE WORLD JOURNEY

Landmarks: Atlantis, Burj Al Arab, BurjKhalifa, Emirates Towers, Dubai Marina,Sheikh Zayed Road, Palm Jumeirah, WorldIslands, Landing on the Dubai Creek/ WorldIslands (Walk on the World),Departure/Arrival: From Waldorf Astoria-PalmJumeirah to Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht ClubDuration: 40 minutes + Boat Duration: 25 minutes.Tariff:AED 1,895 per person

NEW


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Boutique Hotels inDOWNTOWN DUBAI

The Address Downtown Dubai

Welcome to The Address Downtown Dubai, apremier five star hotel with a new invigoratingand innovative vibe where cool meetswarmth, and style meets sophistication.Located in the heart of the business district,the hotel has the worlds tallest tower, BurjKhalifa and the stunning Dubai Fountainon its doorstep and is flanked by The DubaiMall, the worlds largest shopping andentertainment centre. Standing an impressive63 storeys high and featuring 196 lavish roomsand 626 serviced residences, The Address isreplete with unexpected thoughtful luxuries.With a choice of seven restaurants andlounges, a culinary experience at The Addresswill always be an exceptional experience.The hotel also has modern meeting and eventvenues, a signature Spa, a fully equippedFitness Centre, chilled pools and indulgentamenities and services. And the best part - it isless than 15 minutes from Dubai InternationalAirport and easily accessible to several ofDubais landmarks and key destinations.ROOMS: 196, including 25 suites

Armani Hotel

At the very epicentre of the city, the ArmaniHotel is within striking distance of Dubaismost iconic attractions. You wont even need tostep out of air-conditioned comfort to take inthe mind-blowing views at the top of the BurjKhalifa, or to let loose with your credit cardon all things labelled at Dubai Mall (theres anunderground link from the hotel). You can catch

the dizzying choreographed display of DubaiFountain from the hotels terraces. Designedand developed by Giorgio Armani, the hotelreflects the sophisticated elegance and comfortthat define Armanis signature style. Everydetail bears the Armani signature, from thewarm Italian-style hospitality, to each elementof the design from the Eramosa stone floors,to the zebrawood panels, bespoke furnishingsand personally designed hotel amenities. Thehotel features eight restaurants offering awide choice of world cuisines ranging fromJapanese and Indian to Mediterranean andauthentic fine-dining Italian. The impressiveculinary options reflect the cosmopolitannature of the city.ROOMS: 246, including 56 suites

Kempinski Hotel Mall Of The Emirates

As the oldest luxury hotel collection in theworld, the Kempinski name is associatedwith the highest standards of luxury andimpeccable personal service. This cherishedtradition can be felt throughout the 48,000square metres of Kempinski Hotel Mall ofthe Emirates, which opened in April 2006as the first property of the hotel chain inthe bustling city of Dub ai. With its suitablelocation next to Mall of the Emirates, thehotel offers convenience to both businessand leisure guests in form of world-classshopping, dining and entertainment. The mallitself includes more than 520 stores sellingprestigious labels, a 14-screen multiplexcinema and numerous food and beverageoutlets and not to mention the worlds firstindoor ski dome, Ski Dubai. During moreserene hours, guests can rejuvenate at therenowned Softouch Spa or simply sit backand relax by the outdoor infinity edge pool. Inshort, limitless possibilities are offered hereand there is somethin g for everyone to enjoy.ROOMS: 393, including 85 suites

Al Bustan Rotana Hotel

When stepping into Al Bustan RotanaDubai, guests are enchanted by its uniqueblend of traditional Arabian hospitalityand modern luxury. This 5 star hotelin Dubai offers modern, luxuriousaccommodation and is an ideal choice fordiscerning business and leisure travellers.It has 5 fine dining restaurants, including

Rodeo Grill, which presents a sophisticatedand elegant setting that elevates steakhousedining to a new level. Guests can alsochoose from a variety of cuisines such asLebanese, Japanese or Thai. The poolsideAquarius Snack Bar offers light snacksand drinks. Al Bustan Rotana lies in theheart of Dubai, close to the citys majorshopping areas and just a few minutes awayfrom Dubai International Airport and theWorld Trade Centre Exhibition Halls. It isalso a short drive away from the businessand commercial districts of Deira and BurDubai and conveniently located near theCity Centre Shopping Mall, Dubai FestivalCity and two world-class golf clubs.ROOMS: 275, including 21 suites

If youre visiting Dubai for business, it would make perfectsense to pick from one of the boutique hotels in the businessdistrict, as theyre centrally located and close to the DubaiConvention Centre, World Trade Centre and the airport. Wevecherry picked the very best for you

Traiteur

Traiteur, Park Hyatt Dubais award-winning signature restaurant, presentsbistronomic French cuisine in anarresting environment. The menu is bestdescribed as a fusion of classic bistrocuisine with gastronomy, or to put itsimply, casual French fine-dining. Withstriking views of the signature elevatedshow kitchen, which literally positionsthe restaurants Chefs 'on stage', Traiteuris as much a feast for the eyes as for thepalate.

ZumaLocated in the Dubai .Financial Centre,Zuma follows the Japanese Izakaya styleof dining food is served to share, thedishes are steadily brought to the tablecreating an informal yet sophisticatedstyle of eating and drinking, with acontemporary twist. Good food, greatatmosphere and amazing dcor makeZuma an enjoyable place to eat.

Blue ElephantGenerally regarded as one of Dubai's finestThai restaurants, Blue Elephant featuresa tranquil waterfall, exotic flowers andgreenery, and intricate stained woodaccents, creating the illusion that you'renot in Dubai but in some quaint SoutheastAsian village. The distinctive cuisinematches the decor stroke for stroke. RoyalThai dishes include herbs, spices andproduce imported from Thailand, and thearomas of basil, chilies and lemongrassflow through the air.

Al QasrA terrific local restaurant, Al Qasr offerspatrons a chance to sample some of thelocal cuisine in a setting that takes itsnod from local flavours in architectureand decor. Fine Lebanese dishes are thespecialties here, as colourful as theyare aromatic. Dine al fresco, beside therestaurant's lovely garden areas and

allow the cool, mystifying Arabian nightsweep you away. Traditio nal live musicand belly dancing only serve to enhancethe restaurant's exotic air, and dinnerstend to last well into the evening.

Jamies ItalianLocated inDubai FestivalCity, this outletof the JamiesItalian franchiseis only thesecond to openoutside of theUK, and featurest r a d i t i o n a lItalian dishes byJamie Oliver. Itsa great space with a mixture of industrial,wood and avant-garde interior designfeatures. The emphasis on fresh produce isundeniable, service is fast and friendly, andthe food is fantastic. It is a quintessentiallycasual venue, meaning that guests donthave to book in advance.

From gold to electronics,designer brands, perfumes

and luxury items, the emirateis packed with modernshopping malls that standside-by-side with traditionalsouks that offer a fabulousshopping experience

Dubai Outlet Mall

Developed by Al Ahli Holding Group,Dubai Outlet Mall is the first Outletconcept mall in the Middle East and hometo over 1,200 of the worlds most high-endand premium brands, including LouisVuitton, Chanel, DKNY, Carolina Herrera,Burberry, Roberto Cavalli, Emilio Gucci,Emporio Armani, Moschino, StellaMcCartney, Juicy Couture, Versace making it the regions premier valueshopping haven. Located at Dubailand onDubaiAl Ain Road, the mall is dedicatedto being a true and ultimate value retaildestination and you can snap up discountsof between 30%-90% on the majority ofproducts available in the 240 stores onoffer, as well as very comprehensive foodand beverage choices, the mall is alsohome to the first Chuck E Cheeses familyentertainment venue in the UAE.

Mall Of The Emirates

At Mall of the Emirates you will find anincredible array of stores supplying adiverse selection of goods and servicesunder one roof, from designer brandsto teen fashion, furniture, electronics,accessories, jewellery, shoes, bags, toys,books... anything you could possibly wishfor. The multi-level shopping mall currently

features more than 630 retail outlets, over100 restaurants and cafes, 80 luxury stores,250 flagship stores and 7,900 parking spaces.It has a total gross leasable area of 255,489square meters. It also hosts family leisureactivities including Ski Dubai, the MiddleEasts first indoor ski resort and snow park,the 500-seat capacity Dubai CommunityTheatre and Arts Centre and MagicPlanet, one of the largest indoor familyentertainment centres in Dubai.

The Dubai Mall

Even with the multitude of malls availablein Dubai, The Dubai Mall still provides oneof the most complete shopping experiences.It is the regions largest shopping, lifestyleand entertainment destination. The DubaiMall is not just a mall; its a mini-city witha huge aquarium, an Olympic size ski-rink,a spectacular four-storey indoor waterfall,and a staggering number of food outlets.It has more than 1,200 stores and housesbrands from across Europe and the USincluding Galleries Lafayette and the firstBloomingdales outside the Adorned with a440,000 square feet Fashion Avenue, whichis recognized as the largest collection offashion brands under one roof anywhere inthe world, The Dubai Mall is set to become

the next fashion capital of the world.

BurJuman CentreWidely regarded as the region's mostluxurious shopping destination and theresidence of high fashion, BurJumanCentre has two distinctly different sidesto it the old and the new. The new areais anchored by Saks 5th Avenue andhas an enormous range of top brandshoused in very smart outlets includingBurberry, Salvatore Ferragamo, RalphLauren, Prada, Dior, Calvin Klein, DKNYand Cartier. There are two food courts

and numerous cafes around the centreincluding branches of Yo Sushi andFrench street corner chic Pauls. Locatedin the heart of Dubai, the BurJumanCentre is a distinctive landmark whichcomprises of 800,000 square feet of retailspace. BurJuman has more than 300prestigious stores and you can also choosefrom a wide selection of restaurants, afood court and cafes.

Ibn Battuta Mall

The Ibn Battuta Mall is the proud ownerof the title of being the worlds largestthemed shopping mall. It is designed inhonour of Ibn Battuta, a famed Arabicexplorer. Locals and tourists alike are

able to enjoy a shopping experience thatis also historically informative. Themall is divided into six courts, each anarchitectural reflexion of a region thatBattuta explored. Battuta who died over600 years ago is known as an Arabianicon and is remembered for his strongIslamic values along with his exploratoryexpeditions. There are 275 shops, 50restaurants and a 21 screen cinema togive you an idea of the Malls size. Thereis a large exhibition centre called ChinaCourt which plays host to a large rangeof a ctivities throughout the year.

THE ULTIMATESHOPPING EXPERIENCE

Culinary HeavenEating out is a major pastime of locals, residents andvisitors, and with restaurants serving virtually every

cuisine from around the world; its a wide platter...

Jumeirah Creekside HotelThe Dubai Duty Free-owned Jumeirah Creekside Hotel, which is managed by TheJumeirah Group is located at the heart of Old Dubai and overlooking the Dubai Creek.The hotel is minutes away from the airport and within walking distance of some of Dubaismost important landmarks and shopping centres. Adjacent to the hotel is the citys famousAviation Club, a sports and leisure complex home to the award winning Akaru Spa andthe Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships as well as The Irish Village and CenturyVillage (both subsidiary businesses of Dubai Duty Free, the worlds No.1 airport retailer).Bringing together a fusion of contemporary design and distinct architectural features,with high glass ceilings, culturally inspired carpet designs and a glass bottomed infinitypool overlooking the lobby, the Jumeirah Creekside Hotel boasts 292 spacious rooms andsuites; a unique collection of over 480 pieces of art; six unique restaurants and bars and 26meeting rooms - including a dedicated press room; screening room; Meeting Academy andBallroom. Guests will also be presented with a vast array of culinary choice with signaturerestaurants, intimate cafe, splendid trattoria, exhilarating bars and restful lounges.

EXCLUSIVE: 292 rooms, 26 conference rooms and a ballroom that can host up to 1000 people

Blue Flame Steakhouse & Seafood Restaurant at Jumeirah Creekside Hotel


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Over the past thirty-one years,Dubai Duty Free has becomesynonymous with the US$60 billionduty free industry and the singlemost powerful player within it,

generating sales of US$1.917 billion lastyear. Dubai Duty Free aims to increasethat to $2 billion this year.

The modern day retail powerhousethat is Dubai Duty Free represents aremarkable corporate and human saga,one borne out of the unlikeliest origins,yet now associated with one of the worldsmost iconic shopping environments.Opened its doors on 20 December 1983,Dubai Duty Free has built itself into thepre-eminent single-location retailer in theworld, multi-billion dollar travel retailindustry.

Catering to a unique mix of locals,business travelers, tourist and foreignworkers, the company has made themost of Dubai Internationals relentless

expansion. Dubai Duty Free currentlyoperates some 26,000 square metresof retail space at Dubai InternationalAirport (DIA) and a further 7,000 squaremetres with the opening of ConcourseD in a few months, bringing theoperations total retail spaceto 33,000 square meters atDIA.

M e a n w h i l e ,Dubai Duty Freeoperates some 2,500square metresat Al MaktoumI n t e r n a t i o n a l(AMI) DubaiSouth (formerlyDubai WorldCentral). In thelong term, AMI-DS has capacityfor over 160 millionpassengers andultimately, the retailoperation will cover some80,000 square metres.

The company employs around6,000 people, with staff drawn from fiftycountries. Remarkably, thirty five of them,dubbed as the Pioneers have been withthe operation since its inception. Thatsays much for the emphasis the retailersplaces on staff welfare and training. Formany Filipinos and Indians, for example,Dubai Duty Free is a home from home, afamily environment within a workplace.

Recognition of Dubai Duty Freeachievements has been constant. DubaiDuty Free has been the regular winner ofcountless awards, including Best AirportRetailer of the Year at the FrontierAwards, regarded as the Oscars of theduty free and travel retail industry.

On a personal level. Dubai DutyFrees Executive Vice Chairman,

ColmMcLoughlin, was named a recipientof the Irish Presidential DistinguishedService Awards for the Irish abroad,making him one of a select group of people,and the first Irish person living in the UAE,to be recognised by the Irish governmentfor his outstanding contribution to Irishbusiness and communities abroad.

Its Leisure Division operates the hugelysuccessful Irish Village, the CenturyVillage, the Dubai Duty Free TennisStadium and the impressive five-starJumeirah Creekside Hotel.

Sport has been a crucial part of itsmarketing strategy, not only top levelhorse race sponsorship, but also a raftof tennis - Dubai Duty Free owns andorganises the award-winning Dubai DutyFree Tennis Championships. Powerboat,golf, rugby and even darts championshipsevents too.

In addition to its sporting enterprises,Dubai Duty Free is also noted for its strong

sense of Corporate Social Responsibility,establishing and supporting manyworthwhile causes around the globe.

Among the many charitable initiativesthe operation has supported this year

includes the opening DubaiDuty Free GK Village which

saw the operation handover ownership of 32

houses to typhoonHaiyan survivorsin Binotong,A l a n g a l a n g ,Leyte in theP h i l i p p i n e s .F o l l o w i n gthe strongesttyphoon that hitthe country inNovember 2013,

the super typhoonHaiyan brought

substantial damagesto the properties,

lives, and business in thecentral region of the country.

The Dubai Duty FreeFoundation also donated Dhs5 millionto the UAE Compassion under thedirectives of the UAE President, H.H.Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyanand under the patronage of H.H. SheikhMohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAEand Ruler of Dubai, to help provide winteraid for one million refugees and people inthe Levant countries.

To date, DDF has supported 34 local and51 overseas charities through its DubaiDuty Free Foundation.

However you look at it, Dubai Duty Freeis a symbol of Dubai itself: vibrant andhugely successful, but never satisfied withthe status quo, and constantly striving toconquer fresh horizons.

Mention duty free to just about any traveller in the worldand a third word will automatically spring to mind DUBAI.

Its synonymous!

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Greatness

Colm McLoughlin accepting the Irish Presidential Distinguised Service Award from the Irish President, Michael D Higgins while An Taoiseach EndaKenny looks on

DDF Donation to UAE Compassion Campaign

Frontier Award, Airport Retailer of the Year in Single Location

DDF Tennis Championships - Presentation Ceremony

DDF Irish Derby - Presentation Ceremony Jumeirah Creekside Hotel - Exterior Night Pond View Roger Federer at DDF Tennis Championships

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