Emirates Millionaire Show

H.H. Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan, the Chamberlain of the Presidential Court opened yesterday the first Emirates Millionaire Show (EMS 2006) during an exceptionally alluring ceremony held at Emirates Palace in Abu Dhabi, also the venue for the three-day show (December 14th - December 16th).H.H. Sheikh Suroor Bin Mohammed Al Nahyan said that that there are 59,000 UAE millionaires who own 1,500 billion dirhams (US $408 billion) and the number of UAE millionaires is growing %5 each year because of the rapid growth of UAE economy according to Emirates Today Arabic newspaper. He also added that %60 of those millionaires (35,400) are women.

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Ferrari 599 GTB ?

Ferrari is pleased to invite you to an exclusive reception to celebrate the unveiling of the 599 GTB, Ferrari's most powerful V12-engined production car, in the presence of the famous Italian artist Enzo Naso, Official Ferrari licensee. pictures here

Where is the originality ?

we need "momentum" i guess

"Far more of a concern is the diagonal drilling going in the Saudi side of the Al Sheba/Shebeih/Zararah oil field. "

There is a treaty between UAE and Saudi re: exact border, but it was never made public, so no one other than UAE and Saudi government know for sure where the border is.In practice, there are internal security checkpoints in each country well inland of the border, and anything in between is basically empty wasteland.

I was working in “Shaybah oil field” last year (KSA side), on the well heads themselves, and there was a clear KSA – UAE border; an existing fence that has been renewed by UAE at that time. The fence was very close so that we could walk and touch it if we want.Although I am not a petroleum engineer, but I can confirm that there was not any diagonal drilling across the borders. I am only talking about “Shaybah” oil field because I was physically there one day. I know nothing about other oil fields shared between UAE and KSA, but I am quite confident that there is not such thing between the two countries. By the way, there is a nice map for this area on Google Earth. The desert there is very different…

Intresting stuff if you ask me...


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Dubai plans first rotating skyscraper

more info here

fools of today the kings of tomorrow . . . remember

UAE considers cut in dollar reserves
By Peter GarnhamMon Oct 30
The United Arab Emirates, the second-largest Arab economy, signalled on Monday that it might cut its holdings of dollars by almost half, highlighting a recent trend of reserve diversification away from the US currency.
Sultan bin Nasser al-Suwaidi, the governor of the central bank of the United Arab Emirates, told a meeting of central bankers from Gulf states in Abu Dhabi that the bank wanted eventually to lower the dollar's share of its foreign currency reserves to a range of 50-90 per cent. Currently the UAE holds 98 per cent of its $25bn foreign exchange reserves in dollars and 2 per cent in euros.
"It is our investment policy to diversify," said Mr al-Suwaidi. "We are still waiting for the appropriate time."
Mr al-Suwaidi said that the central bank was still planning to convert as much as 8 per cent of its dollar holdings into euros - a scheme it first proposed in March amid fears that the US currency was set to depreciate. END

The Arabian Canal

Dubai Cyclone Club

Dubai the movie (2/8)

A movie that offers inspiration and hope (1/8)

Mining Metals Oil & Gas Congress Dubai

http://events.onlinebroadcasting.com/minellc/103106/index.php?mode=1&sel_date=2
Mining Metals/Oil & Gas Congress Dubai 2006October 31 - November 1, 2006

HRH Sheikha Rouda Bint Maktoum

HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein

www.princesshaya.net

Eid Mubarak

The Prophet said, "The keys of the unseen are five and none knows them but Allah: (1) None knows what is in the womb, but Allah: (2) None knows what will happen tomorrow, but Allah; (3) None knows when it will rain, but Allah; (4) None knows where he will die, but Allah (knows that); (5) and none knows when the Hour will be established, but Allah."

Burj Dubiai 80th we have

The Burj Dubai at about 80 floors, half its eventual height.

camel milk chocolate

An Austrian chocolate maker has joined forces with an Arabic camel farm to create a new delicacy - camel milk chocolates.
Vienna-based Chocolatier Hochleitner took six months to develop the treats using milk from the Al Ain Camel Farm and Dairy in the UAE.
Company head Johann Georg Hochleitner said camel's milk was a good alternative to cow's milk because it was lower in fat and sweeter.
"We have combined camel's milk from the farm in Al Ain with honey from Yemen and have developed a healthy and delicious new type of chocolate," said Hochleitner.
The first samples were made in Vienna although the partners plan to build a production plant in the UAE and will invest in another 2,000 camels.
The proposed manufacturing plant is expected to come into production in June 2006, and will have a capacity of 50 tons of camel chocolate per month.
Hochleitner and and his Arabic partners plan to target wealthy customers staying in luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi and Dubai.

Source : ananova

dubai murder burj al arab hotel

A Russian millionaire was killed in an alleged shootout, while another man was seriously injured in the incident that took place at the Burj Al Arab Hotel here in the small hours yesterday.The victims, according to a hotel source, were guests. Unconfirmed reports said the millionaire was staying in one of the suites. Two men, known to him, entered his suite and shot him dead in the course of a dunken brawl, these reports said.Executives at Burj Al Arab declined to comment on the incident, and so did Anna Bleacker, Director of Communications and Public Relations for the Jumeirah Group.Source: KT

Places of Worship

Islam is the official religion in the UAE. Around 16 per cent of the local population is Shi'a Muslim and the remainder Sunni Muslims. While Dubai is the most multicultural and therefore most tolerant of the emirates and other religions are respected, it is still a Muslim state.The faithful congregate five times a day to pray and you will hear the call to prayer being sung from local mosques all over Dubai.Tourists need to be extra sensitive if they are visiting during Ramadan, the ninth month of the Muslim calendar, when Muslims fast during daylight hours to fulfil the fourth pillar of Islam. Ramadan last approximately one month but the time of year varies each year as it is determined by the lunar calendar (the dates move forward by approximately 11 days each year).Owing to its relative tolerance, Dubai has a variety of Chritian churches and Hindu temples, listed below.

The Arabic Evangelical ChurchPO Box 9316DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 344 2509
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day SaintsPO Box 53770DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 395 3883
CSI – Parish ChurchPO Box 6365DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 337 2111
Emirates Baptist Church InternationalPO Box 53810DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 349 1596
Holy Trinity C of E Church PO Box 7415DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 337 0247
International Christian Church of Dubai PO Box 8684DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 344 0828
Marthoma Syrian Church Of Malabar (Dubai Parish)PO Box 2591Jebel Ali FZDubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 884 5233
New Covenant Church PO Box 48732DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 335 1597/8
Saint Francis of Assisi RC ChurchPO Box 51200Jebel AliDubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 884 5104
Saint Mary's RC Church PO Box 51200DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 337 0087
United Christian Church of Dubai PO Box 8684DubaiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 344 2509

Other Emirates

Abu Dhabi Arabic Evangelical ChurchPO Box 4006Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 2 443 4350
Evangelical Community ChurchPO Box: 4006Abu DhabiTel +971 4 2 446 4563

Indian Evangelical ChurchPO Box 15497Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 2 446 3043
Saint George’s Orthodox ChurchPO Box 883Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 2 446 4564
Saint Joseph’s Catholic ChurchPO Box 54Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 2 446 1929
Saint Andrew’s Episcopal ChurchPO Box 262Abu DhabiUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 2 446 1631
Al Ain The Arabic Evangelical ChurchPO Box 15497Al AinUnited Arab Emirates
Tel +971 4 3 722 3337

Sharjah
Filipino International Christian ChurchPO Box 9115SharjahUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 6 538 6339

The Marthoma ChurchPO Box 2106SharjahUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 6 567 4876
St Gregorious Orthodox ChurchPO Box 2229SharjahUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 6 566 9622
St Mary's Syrian ChurchPO Box 26832SharjahUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 46 566 3384St Michael's Catholic ChurchPO Box 1745SharjahUnited Arab EmiratesTel +971 4 6 566 2049

etisalat wins two prizes

UAE incumbent Etisalat, which is undergoing a massive change in culture and market outlook in the face of the looming entry of competition, was rewarded with two prizes. The judging panel deemed Etisalat’s improved customer care credentials to be the best in the region this year, and also considered the operator’s overall business strategy worthy of selection as the overall operator of the year. [more]

Dubai needs more ... sand !

Apparantly not only is Dubai running out of oil, it is also running out of sand...
"It is a process that has been duplicated up and down the coast of Dubai since the launch of the original Palm island five years ago. Today, dredgers like the Ham 318 are removing more than one million m3 of sand from the seabed of the emirate’s coastal waters every week – and the process is likely to continue for the next five years, when the reclamation of the Dubai Waterfront project is due to complete. But after that point, there will not be enough sand left within the territorial waters of Dubai to allow for any more island building, according to dredging companies who have spoken to Construction Week."-- read more HERE . It is strange to think about it, a desert with no more sand.

etisalat launces weyak

Etisalat has announced yesterday the launch of Weyak, the country’s first comprehensive and bilingual portal fully accessible over Internet and mobile devices, exclusively for its customers.Weyak, which means ‘With You’ in Arabic, is designed to offer the best and most relevant community content to people living in the UAE, along with services that are highly personalized and secure. It can be reached on www.weyak.ae for Internet and “mobile.weyak.ae” for mobile devices.The fully customizable content and services portal includes the latest entertainment services and news from around the nation and around the world, Islamic content, and community resources ranging from e-mail, blogs and discussion forums to shared photo albums, downloadable content and gaming.Etisalat customers using conventional Internet connections or GPRS-enabled mobile phones will be able to subscribe to the Weyak portal for free through their existing user IDs and prepaid or post-paid mobile numbers. Customers seeking premium content to download can pay for it securely over their existing connections.To access Weyak from a mobile phone, consumers can send an SMS with the message ‘a weyak’ to 1010, and will immediately receive setup instructions.Read Also:Etisalat unveils Weyak, UAE's first virtual community (AME Info)

Dubai & Christian Churches

Discussion possible : Why are catholic churches in the Middle East not allowed to have bells and a tower, it's like building moskees in other country without tower ?

Dubai Evangelical Church Centre is a partnership organization between two ongoing multinational Christian Churches in Dubai. These two churches are the United Christian Church of Dubai (UCCD) and the Arab Evangelical Church of Dubai (AECD).

To learn more about these these two charter member DECC churches, visit their page.

An Open letter to Bush from an Arab Girl

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dubai 1971

aqua king

Which of the following countries consumes the most bottled water on a per person basis?ANSWERS: A. United States B. United Arab Emirates C. Mexico D. Italy...

B. United Arab Emirates is not correct.

The 2.6 million people of the United Arab Emirates are the third-largest consumer of bottled water on a per person basis, taking in 163.5 liters per person per year. This is more than Saudi Arabians, who drink 87.8 liters per year and the Lebanese, who drink 101.4 liters per year.This means that the United Arab Emirates' per person water consumption is nearly seven times the global average of 24.2 liters per person per year . More here...

sheikh zayed road

dubai emirates towers

changing the world

dubai gold

http://www.ipsnews.net a mine of world news from which I gleaned the follwoing informationA survey conducted by Sarwat Abdul Razzak, director of Dubai's ARY gold and jewellery firm, reveals that shoppers in the UAE spend, 30 times more on gold than in the rest of the world. South Asians constitute 70 percent of buyers, followed by East Asians with 22 percent. Arab and European consumers make up four percent each. The survey, covered 3,200 people across the country. An average person in the UAE buys 30 grams of gold annually compared to the global average of less than one gram. About 350 outlets in the Gold Souq display about 20 tonnes of jewellery at any given time. Some five million Indians work in the Middle East countries and each time they fly home they are certain to carry along some gold, either as family investment or as jewellery that will contribute to a dowry. With increasing affluence and lowering of customs duties, Indians have been flying to Dubai in increasing numbers just to buy gold jewellery in a market where caratage is assured.Shopkeepers say that there has been a 30 percent drop in sales ever since prices skyrocketed recently -- reaching nearly 80 dirhams (around 22 US dollars) per gram about two months ago. prices (per gram) have dropped to around 65 dirhams (about 18 dollars) now Gold and silver jewellery is the third biggest contributor to the economy of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), after construction and petroleum.According to the Gold Fields Mines Survey (GFMS), the British industry watchdog, consumption of gold continues to rise in both global and regional markets despite high prices. Dubai imported 525 tonnes of bullion worth 10.5 billion dollars last year, which is projected to double in five years.

new book sheikh mohammed

A visionary's extraordinary missionReviewed by Abdul Ghafar Hussain, Special to Weekend ReviewShaikh Mohammad's book provides an understanding of Dubai's past and presents stimulating ideas for future growth.- "I like people who candidly open their hearts while talking to me and say what they want fearlessly and straightforwardly. How can leaders learn from their mistakes if people would always tell them what you are doing regarding so and so is good while they hide another judgement?"- "I like to exchange honest points of view with people. I am open to criticism which may be our guidance towards rightness."- "A venture is an idea. If we would not find a new idea we do not need the venture. Then it will not be according to the global standards we have adopted."Full feature.

Free Zones

These vast designated business districts, housing around 2,500 companies, offer huge incentives like 100 per cent ownership for foreign businesses, no import duty or corporate tax, and leasehold land ownership.

Dubai Airport Free Zone AuthorityTel +971 4 202 7000www.dafza.gov.ae

Dubai Internet City (DIC)Tel +971 4 391 1111www.dubaiinternetcity.com

Dubai Media City (DMC)Tel +971 4 391 4555www.dubaimediacity.com

Jebel Ali Free Zone AuthorityTel +971 4 881 5000www.jafza.co.ae

michael jackson undercover

sitting in car with lady = illegal ?

'Emirates Evening Post' a seemingly obscure newspaper, with a not-so-remarkable editorial content, has again raised some uncomfortable questions, albeit unintentionally through their 'Ask your Lawyer' column.A man and a woman, not legally related(can be friends, colleagues etc) are "not supposed to sit together in a car, or go for movies, or to restaurants etc.. " says the matter-of-fact lawyer to a bizarre question.Wonder why some half-dressed male and female models clinging together in a showroom opening of an international brand as seen on a popular newspaper doesnt make the cut.

abu dhabi building metro system

dubai palm

The Palm Jebel Ali is the middle-sized island of the three Palm Islands (Palm Jumeirah, Palm Jebel Ali and Palm Deira). It is located on the Jebel Ali coastal area of the emirate of Dubai, in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). The unique man-made palm-shaped island will consist of a trunk, a crown with 17 fronds, and a surrounding crescent island that will form a water-breaker.
The Jebel Ali Palm is more of an entertainment destination for both adults and children, which caters to both residents and tourists. The island will also be 50% larger than the Palm Jumeirah, and will include six marinas, a 'Sea Village', a water theme park and water homes built on stilts between the fronds and the crescent. Construction began on the Palm Jebel Ali in October 2002.

dates are good for you

The idea about writing a post about Dates came after reading a news story in Al Bayan about UAE President donating 400 tons of Dates to various muslim countries. This is an annual affair here in UAE before the advent of Holy Month of Ramadan. According to the article, this year the dates will be sent both by air & land to Lebanon, Syria, Somalia, Iraq, Jordan, Sudan, Yemen, Mauritania, Afghanistan, Thailand & Indonesia.Date fruit provides approximately 3,000 Calories per Kg while Orange gives you 480 Calories, Banana 970 Calories & Apricot 520 calories for the same quantity. According to the website of Al Marfa Dates Factory:
Dates are free from cholesterol and have very low level of fats(0.2%) and sodium . Thus, eating of dates is important to prevent heart and blood veins diseases. Besides, regular eating of dates by pregnant women guarantees easy delivery and maintenance of the health of mother and child before and after delivery.Date fruit being good for pregnant women reminds me of the story mentioned in Quran about the birth of Jesus. It is mentioned in Chapter 19, verses 23 - 26.
And the pains of childbirth drove her to the trunk of a date-palm. She said: "Would that I had died before this, and had been forgotten and out of sight!"
Then [the babe Jesus or Gabriel] cried unto her from below her, saying: "Grieve not! Your Lord has provided a water stream under you;
"And shake the trunk of date-palm towards you, it will let fall fresh ripe-dates upon you."
"So eat and drink and be glad, and if you see any human being, say: 'Verily! I have vowed a fast unto the Most Beneficent (Allah) so I shall not speak to any human being this day.'"
If you want to read more about the fruit, you can check the following two sites:
Date Palm R & D Program of UAE University
Saudi Dates market

Dubai Car Rental

Car Rental
Most major hire companies have offices at the airport (12 companies listed below have 24-hour outlets there) and at hotels.Before renting a car, check the smallprint, especially the clause relating to insurance cover in the event of an accident, as this can vary considerably from company to company.Drivers must be aged over 21 to hire a small car, or 25 for a medium (two-litre) or larger 4x4 vehicle. You’ll need your national driving licence (an International Driving Permit is recommended, although it is not legally required). You’ll also need your passport and one of the major credit cards.Prices range from Dhs77 per day for a small manual car, to Dhs1,000 for something like a Lexus LS430. Motorbikes are not available for hire in Dubai.

AutoleaseTel +971 4 224 4900www.autolease.com

AVISTel +971 4 295 7121www.avisuae.com

BudgetTel +971 4 224 5192www.budget.com

CarsTel +971 4 224 5524

Diamond Lease Tel +971 4 220 0325

EuropeTel +971 4 224 5240

HertzTel +971 4 224 5222www.hertz.com

Fast Rent a CarTel +971 4 224 5040

PatriotTel +971 4 224 4244

ThriftyTel +971 4 224 5404www.thrifty.com

United Car Rentals Tel +971 4 224 4666

Fuel stationsAt the time of writing, the cost of petrol was Dhs4.75 a gallon; so you should expect to pay less than Dhs60 to fill your tank. There are 24-hour petrol stations on all major highways. Most petrol stations also have convenience stores selling snacks and drinks.

ParkingMany areas in the city centre have introduced paid parking in a bid to reduce congestion. Prices are reasonable (Dhs1 or Dhs2 for a one-hour stay, depending on location), but this hasn’t made it easier to secure a parking space. Paid parking areas are operational at peak times (generally from 8am to noon and 4pm to 9pm), and it’s free to park there outside of these hours and on Fridays or public holidays.If you park illegally or go over your time limit, the penalty charge is Dhs150, increasing to Dhs165 if you don’t pay within 14 days. Generally your car hire company will pay them for you and charge them to you at the end of your lease.Particular black spots include the warren of streets in ‘old’ Bur Dubai, the stretch of Sheikh Zayed Road between the Crowne Plaza and Shangri La hotels and most of Deira.Parking in shopping malls is free, but if you visit any of them on a Thursday or Friday evening expect huge queues and delays, particularly at the City Centre mall.Most hotels have extensive parking facilities for visitors, including valet services.
Road signs Road signs are in both English and Arabic, which makes matters easier for the Western visitor, but the sheer scale of the American-style highway system (up to five lanes on either side at some points) means you have to stay alert, especially at the junctions on Sheikh Zayed Road that have multiple exits.

My Vision Challenges in the race for excellence

A new book, ‘My Vision — Challenges in the Race for Excellence’, highlighting the breathtaking development of Dubai was launched by Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, last week.It was published by Motivate Publishing, Dubai and The Arab Institute for Research and Publication, Beirut. According to the co-publishers, the book is a unique and detailed account of the exceptional development of Dubai and the vision behind the outstanding accomplishments, that included transforming the UAE and Dubai from their role as a regional powerhouse to their new and advanced role as international economic and financial centres. The attainment of these high rates of growth, according to them, was accomplished by way of providing excellence in services and industry.One of the most important features of the book, they noted, is the simplicity with which the author approaches complex subjects such as vision, leadership, state management, enhancement of skills, and expertise in human resources that played a paramount role in constantly pushing development in Dubai to new heights.The English version of the book will be published soon. The book contains 13 chapters in

Shopping Centres

Following is a list of the main shopping centres in Dubai. Please note that most shopping centres have different opening times on a Friday.

Abraj CenterTel +971 4 221 1479Taxi Directions Deira Souk , Dubai Creek RdOpen 9.30am–2pm & 4.30–11pm. Fridays 10 am–12pm & 4.30pm–12pm

Abu Hail Shopping CentreTel +971 4 266 9600Taxi Directions Abu Hail Rd, next to Ramada Continental HotelOpen 9am–1 pm & 4.00 pm–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pm

Al Bustan CentreTel +971 4 263 0000Taxi Directions Al Nahda Rd, 5 minutes away from the airportOpen 10am–11pm. Fridays 2pm–12pm

Al Dhiyafah CentreTel +971 4 345 4955Taxi Directions Al Dhiyafa Rd, opp Plaza HotelOpen 9am–1pm & 4pm–11pm. Fridays 4pm–11 pm

Al Futtaim CentreTel +971 4 222 2000Taxi Directions Salahaddin Rd, near Fish RoundaboutOpen 10am–10.30 pm

Al Ghurair CityTel +971 4 222 5222Taxi Directions Riqqa RoadOpen 10am–10 pm. Fridays 2pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This 20-year-old mall (the oldest in Dubai) combines Arabic decor with modern design. Popular outlets include French Connection, Guess, Nine West, Virgin Cosmetics and Book Corner. The mall is a bit of a maze and spread over two floors, with corridors branching out at all angles, but it’s worth persevering: tucked in the alleyways are excellent speciality stores selling everything from Arabic jewellery and rugs to South African beauty products and children’s Italian dresses. There is also an eight-screen cineplex and numerous food and coffee outlets.

Al Hana CentreTel +971 4 398 1777Taxi Directions Next to Dubai Plaza HotelOpen 10am–1pm & 5pm–10pm. Fridays 5pm–10 pm

Al Khaleej CentreTel +971 4 355 5550Taxi Directions Opposite Ramada HotelOpen 10am–1.30 pm & 5pm–10pm. Fridays 5pm–11pm

Al Mamzar Shopping CenterTel +971 4 297 6666Taxi Directions Al Itihaad Rd. opp Dubai General Police HQOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pm

Al Manal CentreTel +971 4 227 7701Taxi Directions Baniyas Square & Al Maktoum St, opp. Naif SoukOpen 9.30am–1.30pm & 4.30pm–11.30pm. Fridays 4.30pm–11.30pm

Al Maydan Shopping CentreTel +971 4 295 5000Taxi Directions Nasser Square, next to Emirates International HospitalOpen 9am–1pm & 4pm–12pm. Fridays 4pm–12pm

Al Mulla PlazaTel +971 4 298 8999Taxi Directions Dubai-Sharjah Rd, opp. Dubai Police HQOpen 10am–1pm & 5pm–10.30pm. Fridays 5pm–10.30pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Al Mulla Plaza is a bit of a Dubai landmark: you can see it from miles off. It’s one of the city’s older malls and houses dozens of local independent shops and stalls. Located on the Sharjah Road heading out of the city, in front of the Rashid Stadium, it’s home to a host of women’s fashion shops and jewellery stores. But by far the pick of the lot is Peshawar Furniture, an ‘antique’ furniture shop that has a huge selection of odd and very old-looking furniture.

Al Rais Shopping MallTel +971 4 352 7755Taxi Directions Opposite Ramada HotelOpen 10am–1pm & 4.30pm–10 pm. Fridays 4.30pm–10pm

Al Reef MallTel +971 4 224 2240Taxi Directions Salahadin Rd, next to Al Futtaim CentreOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pm

Beach CentreTel +971 4 344 9045Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pm

Bin Sougat Shopping CentreTel +971 4 286 3000Taxi Directions Dubai Aiport RdOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 5pm–10pm

BurJuman CentreTel +971 4 352 0222Taxi Directions Trade Centre Roadwww.burjuman.comFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide The BurJuman is a classy affair, with plenty of exclusive outlets selling designer brands: Donna Karan, Christian Lacroix, Calvin Klein, Cartier, Tiffany and Louis Vuitton. A Dhs1.4 million extension has just been completed, expanding the BurJuman to four times its former size. New shops to look out for include Saks Fifth Avenue, Prada and Chanel. Electronics, home furnishings, perfume and cosmetic retailers can also be found.
Century MallTel +971 4 296 6188Taxi Directions Adjacent to Al Shabab Sport ClubOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pm
Dana Shopping CentreTel +971 4 227 9555Taxi Directions Al Maktoum StreetOpen 9.30am–1.30pm & 4.30pm–10pm. Fridays 4.30pm–10pm
Deira City CentreTel +971 4 295 1010Taxi Directions Opposite Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht ClubOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pmwww.deiracitycentre.com From Time Out Dubai City Guide The most popular mall in Dubai has more than 280 shops, two food courts, an entertainment centre and cinema multiplex spread over three floors. Chain stores include Debenhams, Ikea and high-street fashion names Top Shop and River Island, while giant hypermarket Carrefour dominates the first floor. But the mall also contains plenty of independent outlets trading in local artefacts, knickknacks and cut-price jewellery; try the Jewellery Court, Textile Court and themed mini-souk Arabian Treasures, selling carpets, antiques and gifts. Among the 30-plus eateries are Burger King, McDonald’s, Starbucks and Costa Coffee. There’s even an eight-lane bowling alley. Children can go wild in the sprawling amusement centre, Magic Planet. Note that parking here can become ridiculously congested at peak times, even though there are 4,000 spaces.

Dubai Shopping CenterTel +971 4 294 9992Taxi Directions Next to Deira City CentreOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pm

Dune CentreTel +971 4 345 5042Taxi Directions Al Dhiyafah StreetOpen 9am–1.30pm & 4pm–12pm. Fridays 4pm–12pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This is the pink building opposite Al Diyafah Street’s many pavement cafes and restaurants. Shops are on the ground floor level only, with offices and a hospital above. Not too glam as Dubai shopping centres go, but there are some interesting and varied shops, including rent-a-frock Formal Wear and petrolhead favourite Motorcycle 3000. Saad Flowers in the forecourt sells a refreshing array of fresh flowers and bouquets.

Emirates Tower BoulevardTel +971 4 319 8999Taxi Directions Emirates Towers HotelOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide The Shopping Boulevard links the Emirates Hotel and Office towers, and is mapped out over two floors. As befits the location, this is a place for some serious, smart shopping. Designer-label boutiques Ð superstars Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Yves Saint Laurent and leather accessory store Bottega Veneta Ð dominate the ground floor. Upstairs there’s anchor shop Villa Moda, housing top-notch designs from the likes of Prada, Alexander McQueen and Stella McCartney. For glamorous shoes and bags to accessorise, head to Jimmy Choo, before rounding off your spree with some seriously sexy lingerie from Janet Reger next door.

The GalleriaTel +971 4 209 6788Taxi Directions Adjoining Hyatt Regency HotelOpen 10am–9pm. Fridays 2pm–9pm
Hamarain CentreTel +971 4 262 1110Taxi Directions Adjacent to Marriott HotelOpen 10am–1.30pm & 4pm–10.30 pm. Fridays 4pm–10.30pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This large mall near the clock tower in Deira is missed by most people out on a shopping binge but there’s plenty here to prise your hard-earned dirhams from your pocket. It’s a mix of the traditional and the cutting edge: retailers selling abayas sit next to chic fashion boutiques offering modern designer creations. Elsewhere, furniture shops offer mock antique chests, embroidered wall hangings and imported Asian knickknacks, while excitable stall owners try to offload the latest in mobile phones and consumer technology. Add the large selection of cheap eateries and you have one of the best malls in the area.
Holiday CentreTel +971 4 331 1113Taxi Directions Sheikh Zayed Rd, adjacent to Holiday Inn Crowne Plaza HotelOpen 10am–10 pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Guests at the Crowne Plaza Hotel need only travel down a few steps to reach the two floors of shops and boutiques. Within are designer fashion outlets such as Rodeo Drive, a wonderful instrument retailer named The Music Chamber, Middle Eastern food and gift stores, sports shops, hair salons and an internet café. There’s a surprisingly big Choitrams on the first floor, a supermarket which is open all day every day from 8am-10pm. A spacious exhibition area hosts regular events.
Ibn Battuta Shopping MallTel +971 4 368 5888 / 882 1414Taxi Directions Sheikh Zayed Road, Interchange 5 & 6Open 9.30am–9.30pm. Fridays 12.30pm–10:30pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Dubai’s most recent mall is a fair stretch out of town. Now the second largest in the UAE, it boasts five themed shopping zones with influences taken from Morocco, Egypt, Persia, India and China. Outlets include Next, Top Shop, Evisu and Fidel, while French hypermarket Géant offers groceries, textiles, fashion, electronics and household items.
The Inter-Continental PlazaTel +971 4 223 2279Taxi Directions Inter-Continental HotelOpen 10am–1pm & 4pm–10pm
Jumeirah CentreTel +971 4 349 9702Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 9am–9pm. Fridays 4pm–9pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This small, attractive mall is very popular with Jumeirah residents. Benetton, Emirates Sport and Body Shop are located downstairs, while upstairs discounted designer fashions can be found at Blue Cactus and local handicrafts at Sunny Days. Textiles and Persian rugs are further highlights. Or just sit back with a coffee at La Brioche and soak up the quiet, calm surroundings.
Jumeirah PlazaTel +971 4 349 7111Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 5pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide A small shopping centre with an eye-catching pink front. Stores include gift shop Susan Walpole and the excellent second-hand bookshop House of Prose. There are also a few craft and rug shops upstairs, plus a safe play area for children.
Karama Shopping CentreTel +971 4 337 4499Taxi Directions Karama AreaOpen 9.30am–1pm & 4.30pm–11pm. Fridays 4.30pm–11pm
Lamcy PlazaTel +971 4 335 9999Taxi Directions Close to the American HospitalOpen 10am–11 pmwww.lamcyplaza.comFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Lamcy is not an especially good-looking mall – the decor is dated, the layout is confusing and the huge waterfall and replica Tower Bridge are tacky to say the least. Escalators connect the levels, but they’re well hidden, so finding your way round can be tiresome. However, if you’re looking for cheap ‘n’ cheerful goods, from footwear to home accessories, Lamcy is the place to go. High-street fashion outlets include Dorothy Perkins, Tammy and Jeffrey Rogers, while cut-price outlets encompass Shoemart, Fashion Factory and Mr Price. The feng shui shop on the ground floor, with its oriental knick-knacks, candles, wall hangings and Buddha statues, is also worth a visit. Lamcy is always full of shoppers taking advantage of the constant promotions, so be prepared for the crowds. If it all gets too much, the Pizza Hut and Mongolian BBQ should help to keep you going.
Lulu CentreTel +971 4 298 8880Taxi Directions Near to Al Ahli Club, Al GhusaisOpen 8am–12pm. Fridays 8am–12pm & 2.30pm–12am
LuLu VillageTel +971 4 254 4404Taxi Directions Near to Dubai Transport HubOpen 8am–12pm. Fridays 8am–12pm & 2.30pm–12am
Magrudys Shopping MallTel +971 4 344 4192Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 9am–9pm. Fridays 4.30pm–9pm

Mall of the EmiratesTel +971 4 409 9000Taxi Directions Interchange 4, Sheikh Zayed RoadOpen 10am-10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Still under construction just off the Sheikh Zayed Road at the time of press, the completed Mall of the Emirates is set to be the biggest shopping centre on the planet. Thousands of top-name brands will be housed here, such as Harvey Nichols, Carrefour, and Debenhams, along with a plethora of leisure facilities, including the world’s biggest indoor ski slope.
Mazaya CentreTel +971 4 343 1092Taxi Directions Sheikh Zayed Road, Interchange 1Open 10am–10pm. Fridays 4.30pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Massed foliage and a mildly alarming water sculpture go some way to cheering up the rather dark and gloomy interior of this mall. It’s a popular stop for Western expats because of the Homes R Us furnishings store and convenient Spinneys supermarket. Among the smaller outlets is Gulf Greetings, selling gifts and greetings cards; Intelligent Homes, purveyor of projector clocks and more toys for the high-tech and house-proud; and Crafters’ Home, a creative arts centre for adults and children alike. Covered parking to the rear of the mall is a bonus.
Mercato
Tel +971 4 344 4161Taxi Directions Jumeriah Beach Road, close to Dubai ZooOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pmwww.mercatoshoppingmall.com From Time Out Dubai City Guide When it comes to looks this brave new mall takes top prize, with its richly coloured walls, Venetian murals and numerous meandering passageways. While Spinneys supermarket caters for foodies, and Home Centre offers a range of furnishings, the mall has developed a reputation for innovative clothes stores. Make sure you check out the funky swimwear at Moda Brazil, the Sex and the City-style dresses at Fleurt and the cute, affordable shoes at PrettyFIT. You’ll also find Top Shop and Mango for mainstream trends and Massimo Dutti and Hugo Boss for the more mature shopper. Other stores worth visiting are funky home interiors shops Kas Australia and Living Zone, cosmetic outlets Areej and MAC, and a Virgin Megastore for all your music and DVD needs.
Mussalla Tower MallTel +971 4 397 4424Taxi Directions Bank Street, Bur DubaiOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pm
Oasis CentreTel +971 4 339 5111Taxi Directions Sheikh Zayed RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This glass-fronted, elongated mall is often overlooked because it’s located away from the hub of Dubai action, a ten-minute drive along Sheikh Zayed Road heading towards Jumeirah. Shops are spread over two floors, focussed around the Home Centre which stocks quality furniture and furnishings at affordable prices. The Lifestyles store is also good for bargain brand-name cosmetics, bath accessories and gift items, while other cheap outlets include fashion store Splash and sensible footwear shop Shoemart. There’s also a jungle-themed food court and free play area for children, plus Cyborg, a noisy, neon venue with a ten-pin bowling alley.
Palm StripTel +971 4 346 1462Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide This small whitewashed mall is the only open-air shopping centre in Dubai. Downstairs is dominated by the monolithic Mango clothes store, Starbucks coffee shop and Japengo restaurant, while upstairs you’ll find CD shop Music Master and the N-Bar (nail bar). Other fashionable outlets include Karen Millen, Young Designers Emporium and Escada Sport. Because it’s an open-air mall there’s no dire piped music, but there is also no air-con, making it quite uncomfortable in the summer months.
Souk Madinat Jumeirah
Tel +971 4 366 8888Taxi Directions Madinat Jumeirah, close to Burj Al ArabOpen 10am–11pmwww.madinatjumeirah.com/shoppingFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide The City’s newest mall is also its most opulent. A massive site just past the Burj Al Arab at the end of Jumeirah Road, Madinat Jumeirah has been built to resemble a traditional Arabic marketplace. Fans of fashion, jewellery, antiques and art will all find their appetites sated by the high quality stores on offer, but tourists are plentiful and prices high. The Madinat Jumeirah really comes into its own with a massive selection of excellent bars and restaurants. Left Bank, BarZar and Trilogy have already become firm favourites with the city’s barflies.

Town CentreTel +971 4 344 4161 / 344 0111Taxi Directions Jumeirah Beach RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pm

Twin TowersTel +971 4 224 9222Taxi Directions Beniyas Road, next to Intercontinental HotelOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide Aka The Mall on the Creek, this is an ideal refuge from the chaotic Deira traffic (assuming you can find a parking space). Luxury shopping is the flavour, with mostly men’s designer fashion labels on the ground floor. Other shops offer upmarket shoes, carpets and jewellery. There is a fabulous view of the Creek and its bustling wharf from the open-air terrace of the Apple Café & Restaurant among the third floor food outlets.
Villa ModaTel +971 4 330 4555Taxi Directions Emirates Towers HotelOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4pm–10pm
The VillageTel +971 4 344 9514Taxi Directions Jumeriah Beach RoadOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 2pm–10pmFrom Time Out Dubai City Guide The Village is an avant-garde shopaholic’s dream. The shops are exclusive, international and unusual Ð particularly given Dubai’s penchant for the international chain store. Just as refreshing is the centre’s style – archways over water, plants, mosaics and fountains arranged in a higgledy-piggledy Mediterranean fashion. Highlights include the gift-wrapping masterpieces of Cadorim, the bread sculptures at Shakespeare and Co. and the South Pacific wonders at Irony. Hidden on the ground floor is a very practical Post Office.
Wafi Shopping MallTel +971 4 324 4555Taxi Directions Next to Grand Hyatt HotelOpen 10am–10pm. Fridays 4.30pm–10pmwww.wafi.com From Time Out Dubai City Guide Wafi is easy to spot, thanks to the three glass pyramids which surround it. A quiet, upmarket mall, it is spread over four floors. Modern and elegant in design, it competes with BurJuman on the chic label front. Chanel, Givenchy and Jaeger are just some of the international names that share floor space with regional designer labels. On the first floor are shops with more affordable price tags, such as Miss Sixty, Jumbo Electronics and shoe store Connexion. There’s a good range of coffee shops and restaurants, from the much-loved Indian eaterie, Asha’s, to the laid-back Elements café. There’s also the Lebanese delicatessen Goodies, which dishes out Arabic and continental cuisine to take away or enjoy on the terrace. A children’s entertainment centre, Encounter Zone, is on the third floor, and there are pizzas and burgers at the food court next door.
Warba CentreTel +971 4 266 6376Taxi Directions Abu Baker Siddque Rd, next to JW Marriott HotelOpen 10am–1pm & 5pm–10pm. Fridays 5pm–10pm

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