ZU Zayed University
Zayed University (ZU), established in 1998, is the newest of the three government sponsored higher educational institutions in the United Arab Emirates. The other two institutions are the Higher Colleges of Technology established in 1988 and the United Arab Emirates University established in 1976. Zayed University was named in honor of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the country's first president and founder.
Zayed University is organized academically into six colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business Sciences, Communication and Media Sciences, Education, Information Technology and University College.
English is the medium of instruction except in courses in Arabic and Islamic studies. Because of this, students may need to spend up to two years in an English language preparatory program before entering the bachelor's program. The first two years in the university are in a general education program in University College (Colloquy), providing a broad grounding in the arts, humanities, and social sciences. Students then move into the majors which are housed in the colleges.
Research and outreach are given particular emphasis at ZU. A Research Incentive Fund provides up to US$325,000 in assistance annually to support research and scholarly and creative endeavors, stimulating ideas and interests which benefit faculty, the university and the UAE. ZU is increasingly hosting prestigious international events. In 2006, the Women as Global Leaders Conference, organized by Zayed University, attracted delegates from88 countries and leading women speakers including Queen Rania of Jordan and former president of Ireland, Mary Robinson.The university offers a number of graduate programs in administration, arts, business, communications, health care and education leadership, and science.
University of Wollongong Dubai UOWD
The University of Wollongong in Dubai also known as UOWD is a private university located in Dubai. University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is one of the UAE’s oldest and most prestigious universities. As of 2009, the university had a total of 3,565 students from 99 countries.Established in 1993 by University of Wollongong in Australia. UOWD represented a very early Australian initiative in the Gulf region. From a small beginning opposite Al Mulla Plaza, through its landmark presence on Jumeirah Road to its current location at Dubai Knowledge Village, the prestigious university is now recognized as being an integral part of Dubai.
As an independent UAE institution of higher education, UOWD attracts students not just from the UAE and Australia but from all over the world. Approximately 3,500 students representing almost a hundred nationalities are currently enrolled at UOWD and enjoy a quality academic experience.
UOWD offers a variety of specialist Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in its three faculties – Business & Management, Finance & Accounting, and Computer Science & Engineering, which are directly linked to the human resource needs of the UAE.
All UOWD degree programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. In addition, the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA) includes UOWD in its audits of UOW. The internationally recognised qualifications enable UOWD graduates to pursue rewarding careers in Dubai’s burgeoning employment market. UOWD Alumni include many high profile graduates placed in prominent positions in both the public and private sectors across the region.
UOWD’s Centre for Language & Culture offers language courses in English and Arabic. They range from English language study for University preparation to part time Arabic classes and English language teacher training. The Arabic program focuses on the linguistic as well as the cultural experience, enabling participants to explore and enjoy Dubai’s diversity.
The University’s faculty is a mix of locally and internationally recruited academics with extensive teaching, business and industry experience. They bring years of knowledge gained from research in their respective fields into the classroom providing students with a stimulating academic environment. Classes are small in number, allowing the lecturers to cater to the students’ individual needs.
Since its inception, the University of Wollongong in Dubai has built a reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and is held in high esteem by its students, alumni, business, industry and government. It maintains a long and proud tradition of excellence in education combined with liberal values of enquiry. It continuously strives to provide a fertile environment for bright young minds to flourish, where critical thinking is both encouraged and nurtured. These are the qualities that characterise great institutes of learning.
As an independent UAE institution of higher education, UOWD attracts students not just from the UAE and Australia but from all over the world. Approximately 3,500 students representing almost a hundred nationalities are currently enrolled at UOWD and enjoy a quality academic experience.
UOWD offers a variety of specialist Undergraduate and Postgraduate programs in its three faculties – Business & Management, Finance & Accounting, and Computer Science & Engineering, which are directly linked to the human resource needs of the UAE.
All UOWD degree programs are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. In addition, the Australian Universities Quality Agency (AUQA) includes UOWD in its audits of UOW. The internationally recognised qualifications enable UOWD graduates to pursue rewarding careers in Dubai’s burgeoning employment market. UOWD Alumni include many high profile graduates placed in prominent positions in both the public and private sectors across the region.
UOWD’s Centre for Language & Culture offers language courses in English and Arabic. They range from English language study for University preparation to part time Arabic classes and English language teacher training. The Arabic program focuses on the linguistic as well as the cultural experience, enabling participants to explore and enjoy Dubai’s diversity.
The University’s faculty is a mix of locally and internationally recruited academics with extensive teaching, business and industry experience. They bring years of knowledge gained from research in their respective fields into the classroom providing students with a stimulating academic environment. Classes are small in number, allowing the lecturers to cater to the students’ individual needs.
Since its inception, the University of Wollongong in Dubai has built a reputation for quality, credibility and integrity, and is held in high esteem by its students, alumni, business, industry and government. It maintains a long and proud tradition of excellence in education combined with liberal values of enquiry. It continuously strives to provide a fertile environment for bright young minds to flourish, where critical thinking is both encouraged and nurtured. These are the qualities that characterise great institutes of learning.
Dubai Gold
Dubai has one of the most successful economies in the Middle East... part of the reason for Dubai's economic success is found within it's favorable investment climate, created in part by lucrative business and tax incentives, as well as, the creation of special free trade zones, like the Jebel Ali Free Zone, also known as; JAFZ and JAFZA.Dubai is becoming increasingly known as the "City of Gold"... in recent years, Dubai has become the fastest growing Gold centre in the world... Dubai
Dubai's famous Gold Souk, one of the largest retail gold markets in the world, started in the 1900's with just a handful of retailers... it grew substantially in the 1940's and 50's when it also got an ornate wooden covering... this was updated in the 70s with the rapid expansion brought on by the oil boom... it has now grown to nearly 400 retail and wholesale units, including over 275 retailers; all this in an area of half a square kilometer.
Dubai's Gold Souk has been modernized, and shop displays are constantly being refurbished to adhere to international standards... but despite the growth in size, the Souk remains a tantalizing introduction to the Arabian world, with narrow alleys and traditional wooden archways, all set against hundreds of shops displaying tons of Gold, Diamonds and other precious Gems.
In recent years, new Gold shopping centres have also been built, including the sophisticated Gold and Diamond Park, New Gold Souk Center, Gold Land, Gold Centre and Gold House.
A recent study of Dubai found that;
* 95% of all tourists buy Gold when visiting Dubai.
* 76% of all Dubai residents own Gold.
* 80% of Dubai residents intend on buying Gold within the next year.
* 95% of all tourists buy Gold when visiting Dubai.
* 76% of all Dubai residents own Gold.
* 80% of Dubai residents intend on buying Gold within the next year.
The Dubai Govt. has recently increased it's efforts to further advance Dubai as a global leader in the Gold industry by developing the "Dubai Metals & Commodities Centre" (the DMCC)... the DMCC is a strategic government initiative offering a unique opportunity for participants in a wide range of commodities industries... it provides facilities that bring together the entire value chain of Goldd and Precious Metals participants with all the relevant support industries such as finance, logistics and insurance, including the refining, manufacturing and trading of Gold.
The DMCC is currently the only UAE free zone authority offering freehold property options on business premises in addition to all other free zone benefits -including 100% business ownership, a 50 year tax holiday, and a one stop shop facility for processing of all documentation including immigration and licensing needs. The DMCC's 300-hectare development is situated in the heart of "new" Dubai adjacent to Dubai 's newest projects including The Palm Island and the Dubai Marina... and is strategically located in close proximity to the major port of Jebel Ali and in easy reach of Dubai International Airport, the DMCC lies between the fifth and sixth interchange on the Sheikh Zayed highway.
Downtown Dubai
Downtown Dubai, previously known as Downtown Burj Dubai, is a large-scale mixed-use complex under development in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the home of some of the city's most important landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Dubai Mall, and Dubai Fountain. It covers an area of 2 square kilometres (0.77 sq mi), and estimated to cost US$20 billion (Dh73 billion) upon completion.
The complex is situated along Sheikh Zayed Road across from Al Wasl locality on the north-west. It is bounded to the south by Business Bay and to the north-east by Financial Centre Road, which separates it from Zabeel 2 and Trade Centre 2. It is connected to the Dubai Metro via the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station. The First Interchange, which is in the last phases of construction, will guarantee the free flow of traffic to and from the area.
Development is divided into 11 projects: Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain, Dubai Mall, Burj Park Island, and The Address Downtown Dubai hotel are at the center of the complex. The Old Town and The Old Town Island is mostly low-rise residential buildings, in addition to three hotels and Souq Al Bahar. Emaar Boulevard, The Residences and South Ridge comprise high-rise residential towers. And Emaar Square is a low-rise office complex.
The complex is situated along Sheikh Zayed Road across from Al Wasl locality on the north-west. It is bounded to the south by Business Bay and to the north-east by Financial Centre Road, which separates it from Zabeel 2 and Trade Centre 2. It is connected to the Dubai Metro via the Burj Khalifa/Dubai Mall Metro Station. The First Interchange, which is in the last phases of construction, will guarantee the free flow of traffic to and from the area.
Development is divided into 11 projects: Burj Khalifa, Dubai Fountain, Dubai Mall, Burj Park Island, and The Address Downtown Dubai hotel are at the center of the complex. The Old Town and The Old Town Island is mostly low-rise residential buildings, in addition to three hotels and Souq Al Bahar. Emaar Boulevard, The Residences and South Ridge comprise high-rise residential towers. And Emaar Square is a low-rise office complex.
Joe Cocker Live in Dubai : 22 May 2011
He’s been a major player in the music business for more than forty years. He released 21 studio and four live albums. His unmistakable bluesy soul voice is a musical trademark in its own right. He sold millions of records and had massive hit singles all over the world. He is a Grammy, Golden Globe and Academy Award winning artist. He even received an OBE. Without any doubt, Joe Cocker is not only a true music legend but one of the most successful and popular singers of the last four decades.
He sang the vocals on Little Wing for the Carlos Santana album, Guitar Heaven: The Greatest Guitar Classics of All Time, released on 21 September 2010. In the fall of 2010, Cocker toured Europe promoting his studio album Hard Knocks.
He sang the vocals on Little Wing for the Carlos Santana album, Guitar Heaven: The Greatest Guitar Classics of All Time, released on 21 September 2010. In the fall of 2010, Cocker toured Europe promoting his studio album Hard Knocks.
In 1963, Cocker began dating Eileen Webster, also a resident of Sheffield . The couple dated intermittently for the next thirteen years, separating permanently in 1976. In 1978, Cocker moved onto a ranch owned by Jane Fonda in Santa Barbara California , United States . Pam Baker, a local summer camp director and fan of Cocker's music convinced the actress to rent the house to Cocker. Baker began dating Cocker and they eventually married on 11 October 1987. The couple currently reside on the Mad Dog Ranch in Crawford, Colorado , United States .
Zuma Dubai
Zuma Dubai
"The economy may have taken a downturn but you can’t feel the slowdown here".
The popular Japanese inspired restaurant in London and Hong Kong is one of the most popular restaurants in town.
Zuma serves an authentic far eastern fusion cuisine, par excellence. The restaurant features an exclusive dining lounge and a busy bar.
The menu offers Japanese Izakaya style cuisine and a sushi counter with Robata grill, Tosho table and Kotatsu room. The Zuma cocktails are served at the Sake bar with the famous non alcoholic cleansers!
Occupying 11,000 square feet over two floors, the design of the latest ZUMA creation focuses on space with the striking addition of a three dimensional feature wall alongside the lounge.
ZUMA was co-founded by Rainer Becker and the Waney family in 2002. The first ZUMA restaurant to open was in London’s fashionable Knightsbridge area and remains the brand’s flagship. All of ZUMA’s management and chefs are extensively trained in London before working in ZUMA’s international locations.
Location
Dubai International Financial Center
Gate Village - Building 06
Contact
425-5660 for reservations.
Website: http://www.zumarestaurant.com/zuma_db.html
Hurts Live in Dubai : 19 May 2011
Hurts Live in Dubai : 19 May 2011
Hailing from Manchester, Hurts are an indie electronic group featuring vocalist Theo Hutchcraft and keyboardist/guitarist Adam Anderson. They burst onto the music scene in 2010, quickly became the U.K’s fastest selling new band of 2010, and this year won the award for ’Best New Band’ at the NME Awards
Hurts make their first and only Middle Eastern stop in Dubai in May before heading home for a busy summer of festival performances.
Source : http://www.dubaicityguide.com/site/events/concerts-shows.asp
Roxette Live In Dubai : 20 May 2011
Roxette Live In Dubai : 20 May 2011
For the first time in UAE ROXETTE will perform their all-time hits and celebrate the release of their new album The Charm School.
The concert will take place on the 20th of May 2011 at Dubai World Trade Centre, Sheikh Rashid Hall. The event will start with the performance of Palladium Electric Band who will warm up the audience before the performance of ROXETTE.
Dj’s battle of the 80’s hits will conclude the evening.
Source : http://www.dubaicityguide.com/site/events/concerts-shows.asp
AUD American University in Dubai
The American University in Dubai
The American University in Dubai (AUD) is a private, non-sectarian institution of higher learning in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 1995. AUD was founded in 1995 as a branch campus of the American InterContinental University in Atlanta, Georgia, but turned into a private, non-sectarian institution in 2007. AUD is accredited regionally as a separate unit by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. AUD serves UAE nationals and international students from all over the world and offer them world-class career-oriented education.
The University has both US and UAE accreditation for all of its programs. AUD prides itself for being the first University outside the United States and Latin America to be directly accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. American University in Dubai is not affiliated with American University in Washington, D.C.
The University is organized into Schools and Departments:
- School of Business Administration
- School of Engineering
- Mohammed bin Rashid School of Communication
- Department of Computer and Information Technology
- Department of Architecture
- Department of Visual Communication
- Department of Interior Design
- Division of Arts and Sciences
- Center for English Proficiency
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/American_University_in_Dubai
Official site : http://www.aud.edu/
AGU Al Ghurair University
Al Ghurair University (AGU)
Al Ghurair University (AGU) is a private university located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates and founded by Al Ghurair. The university offers bachelor's degrees in Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, and Interior Design.
The university was founded in 1999 for the purpose of serving the national and regional community through equipping the young generations with the necessary knowledge and skills to fit to the development and productivity of their communities. Al Ghurair University is licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. All bachelor degree programs offered by AGU have been granted accreditation. Since its inception in 1999, AGU has always kept its sense of obligation to the community. AGU is a young and fast growing university, which is responsive to the dynamic changes of the local and regional markets. The university’s educational programs foster students' learning that contributes to the development of the individual and society. In the past few years AGU attracted people from various nationalities and backgrounds, and the student base has expanded substantially in a well-set unity that encourages everyone to work together to achieve the ambitious goals and objectives of this institution.
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Al_Ghurair_University
Official site : http://www.agu.ae/
Dubai.. A Shopping Paradise
Dubai.. A Shopping Paradise
Dubai justly deserves its title as the "Shopping Capital of the Middle East". Being an open port with low import duties and no taxation, the city offers the bargain hunters unbeatable value. Most major brand-name products are readily available and are often less expensive in Dubai than their country of origin.
Ardent shoppers will find plenty of opportunities to develop their skills and flex their plastic. Prices are competitive for many products, from gold to electronic goods, and textiles to designer labels.
Favourite places to seek your dream items are the magnificent shopping malls, the unassuming souks and the popular streets dispersed all over Dubai.
Modern shopping malls are conveniently located throughout the city, their marble walls and efficient air conditioning providing a cool welcome to the customers. Whether you are looking for French fashion, Japanese electronics or Italian accessories and footwear, Dubai''s malls have it all. The popular malls are more than just a place to shop; in the evenings and on weekends, there''s a lively, social buzz to them and they are full of people window shopping, meeting friends & eating out.
Souk shopping can be entertaining as well as profitable, and bargaining is expected. The sheer variety of goods available in the winding alleys is bewildering-from gold and latest in electronics, cameras and wrist watches to spices, silks, household appliances and sports goods.
Dubai''s major shopping areas include Al Riqqa Road, Karama, Al Dhiyafa Road and Bani Yas Square, not forgetting the Dubai Duty Free complex at the airport.
You will have no problem exchanging money, withdrawing money or paying for goods in Dubai. ATMs (Automatic Teller Machines, service tills or cash points) are readily accessible. Most cards are accepted by the plethora of banks in Dubai, which offer international access through "Cirrus" or "Plus" ATMs. Credit cards are widely accepted, the exception being small traders in souks and local convenience stores. Accepted international credit cards include American Express, MasterCard, Visa and Diners Club.
US currency is also widely accepted, even by ubiquitous local stores. Since the Dirham is pegged to the US dollar, the exchange rate offered is broadly the same throughout Dubai. For the astute shopper though, the bets bargains are secured by using the local currency. There are numerous money exchange bureaus in major shopping area and the souks. Being equipped with dirhams will make shopping a whole lot quicker, hassle free and potentially translate into some cash discounts for you.
Bargaining
Although bargaining is often an alien way of doing business for many, it is a time honoured tradition in this part of the world. Vendors will often drop the price quite substantially for a cash sale, especially in the souks. So relax and take your time- bargaining can be fun!
The key to bargaining is to decide what you are happy to pay for the item and walk away if you don''t get it for the desired price. Always be polite and amiable when bargaining. Start with a customary greeting and know the value of the item in the negotiation; you can learn this by scouting around in other shops. Ask the shop assistant how much the item is for and when he tells you, look surprised, or indifferent! In the souk, a common rule is to initiate offer half the quoted price. Once you''ve agreed to a price, that''s it- it''s a verbal contract and you are expected to buy. Remember shopkeepers are old pros and have an instinct for a week moment!
Away from souks, bargaining is not a common practice, although many stores often operate a set discount system, saying that the price shown is "before discount". It''s always worth asking, especially if you are paying with cash.
Source : http://www.eyeofdubai.com/v1/articles/article_detail.asp?artid=406
Schools, colleges and universities in Dubai
Schools
1. Al Diyafah School
2. Al Khaleej National School, Dubai
3. The American School of Dubai
4. Dubai American Academy
5. Dubai Russian Private School
6. Emirates International School
7. Jumeirah Primary School
8. New Indian Model School
9. The Modern School, Dubai
10. The Oxford School
11. Al Mawakeb School
12. The Apple International School
13. Yellow Brick Road Nursery
14. The Cambridge High School, Dubai
15. Dubai English Speaking School
16. Dubai Scholars Private School
17. Gulf Indian High School
18. Jumeirah International Nursery School
19. The Kindergarten Starters
20. Our own English High School
21. United International Private School
22. The Westminster School
Colleges
Dubai College
Higher Colleges of Technology
Dubai Men''s College
Dubai Women''s College
Universities
Al Ghurair University
American University in Dubai
Dubai University College
UAE University
University of Wollongong in Dubai
Zayed University
Source : http://www.eyeofdubai.com/v1/articles/article_detail.asp?artid=403
Schools, colleges and universities in Dubai
Schools, colleges and universities in Dubai
The UAE offers a fully-fledged educational system for both boys and girls from primary level to university, with education for the country''s citizens being provided free through government schools, colleges and universities. There is also an extensive private education sector which now accounts for around 40 per cent of the student population.
Over half a million students are now at school or in college, while several thousand students, of both sexes, are pursuing courses of higher education abroad at Government expense.
Education from primary to secondary level is universal and compulsory and literacy rates are comparable to the norm in developed countries. An adult illiteracy programmed conducted in association with the UAE Women''s Federation is helping to eradicate illiteracy among the older members of society. There is a strong focus on computer literacy and on English language teaching in higher education to equip young Emirates with the necessary skills.
State-funded educational opportunities in the UAE have blossomed since the establishment of the Federation when only a tiny minority of the population had access to formal education. A comprehensive free education system is now available to all students, male and female. At the start of the 1999/2000 academic year, 336,135 students enrolled in over 640 government schools throughout the country. Substantial progress has also taken place in the private sector which accounts for nearly 40 per cent of the student population at kindergarten, primary and secondary level.
In addition the UAE''s youth have ready access to higher education, both federally-funded and at the many internationally accredited private institutions that are being established throughout the UAE. Generous grants are also available for those wishing to study abroad.
Educational Strategy
Although the UAE has achieved much in the field of education there is a real awareness that constant updating of policy and continual investment in infrastructure is required to ensure that graduates are properly equipped to enter the workforce and assist in the country''s development. To this end, the Ministry of Education has released a draft policy document outlining a strategy for educational development in the UAE up to the year 2020 based on several five - year plans. The strategy aims to introduce the latest information technology at all levels including a computer for every 10 students at kindergarten, every five students at primary school, every two students at preparatory school, and a computer for every student at secondary school. The primary focus of attention will be on the needs of students, especially through the promotion of self-learning and continuous education programs. T here will also be training programs for teachers since surveys have shown that although the majority of students can use computers and the Internet, their teachers we re less familiar with this technology.
Cooperation between the public and private sectors at this stage in the country''s progress is considered to be essential and so the draft policy document features the establishment of a council for educational development, comprising senior education-alists, government officials and businessmen to assist in raising finance for infrastructure and information technology projects. It also envisages the setting up of a special fund comprising governmental and private bodies.
The emiratisation of teaching staff is scheduled to reach 90 per cent by the year 2020,a necessary development if the UAE''s Islamic traditions and principles are to be safeguarded.
Source : http://www.eyeofdubai.com/v1/articles/article_detail.asp?artid=403
Dollar Car Rental
Dollar Car Rental
Dollar UAE Car Hire offers a complete line of vehicles at competitive rates.
Dollar's fully inclusive car hire rates are an excellent value and allow you to pre-pay in advance for all compulsory items right over the net.
Source : http://www.dubai-livethedream.com/car-rental.html
Car Rental in Dubai | Car Hire in Dubai | UAE
Car Rental in Dubai | Car Hire in Dubai | UAE
In Dubai there are endless car rental companies, which can be found at the airport and outlets throughout the city. You can rent vehicles ranging from economy models i.e. Nissan Micras to top of the range performance cars such as Ferraris and off road 4x4’s.
Exploring Dubai in your own motor vehicle provides great flexibility. To hire a motor vehicle drivers must be aged over 21 to drive a small economy car and over 25 to drive a vehicle with an engine capacity over 2 litres. Please be advised you are not allowed to drive anyone else's car unless you hold a UAE driving license. Please note an international driving license is insufficient and should you be involved in an accident no insurance company will cover the claim.
Don’t forget to drive on the right hand side of the road and always ensure you and your passengers wear a seatbelt. Please be aware there are different sets of driving criteria in Dubai, these along with drivers signals may differ from you own country. E.g. if a driver does flash you from behind you should pull over and let him pass, another unusual unwritten rule is road rage does not exist, at no stage be tempted to vent your anger in any form of hand signal as this is a criminal offence and you may find yourself in prison.
Source : http://www.dubai-livethedream.com/car-rental.html
Dubai news
Since its launch on September 1 1996, gulfnews.com has been striving to deliver quality news online. Their website now offers several main services.
This includes the best of content from the main Gulf News newspaper, and up to the minute breaking news from around the Gulf region and the Middle East. Stories from the print edition will be online from early in the morning.
Then throughout the day and evening, gulfnews.com concentrates on constantly updating the website with the latest breaking news from around the UAE, the region, as well as major world events. gulfnews.com also gives readers a chance to have a voice on the big issues of the day, either by voting in our popular polls or by sending a comment into the 'Your Say' section.
The site also features extended photo galleries, which contain exclusive pictures taken by Gulf News photographers that couldn't make it into the print edition due to space constraints.
Khaleej Times Online is the global face of the newspaper on the internet. The newspaper stepped into the digital medium with the launch of Khaleej Times online. The online version is not just a transcript of the print version. It reaches out to a targeted readership both at home and abroad, who are interested in news and information both about the UAE as well as the Middle East at large.
It has carved its own niche brand equity and is one of the websites in the Middle East with largest number of hits. Apart from focussing on news from the UAE and the Middle East, it also provides many value-added and interactive features which are exclusive to the Online edition.
Dubai weather
Dubai weather
Dubai has a subtropical arid climate and the weather is sunny all year round. Rainfall very rarely occurs and averages about 4 days a year.
Local residents believe the best time to visit Dubai is mid-October till the end of May. This is when temperatures average their coolest, a mere 25 degrees celsius!
In the summer months temperatures average 40 degrees celsius in July and very regularly climb above 45 degrees celsius! It is very important to drink large quantities of water and the health authorities recommend three or more litres a day. In the summer months it is advisable to stay out of the sun in the hottest periods 12pm-3pm, this is the ideal time to explore the wonderful shopping malls dotted around the city.
Always remember to put plenty of sun screen on and protect children from the sun and potential sunburn.
When booking the travel agents will not always advise you on the best time to travel to Dubai. Always remember the travel agent has no obligation unless you ask about temperatures. The summer months are so hot, it is advisable to plan your trip around visiting the air-conditioned malls as well as the beaches.
Source : http://www.dubai-livethedream.com/weather.html
Formula one in Dubai , Formula 1 Dubai
Dubai Formula 1
Dubai has built one of the world's most prestigious and state of the art Formula One race tracks in the world despite not yet winning the contract to host Formula One in Dubai.
Many belive that it is just a matter of time before Dubai will officially host Formula One. In February 2007 in front of an elated crowd of thousands, Bernie Ecclestone signed a contract with Abu Dhabi racetrack to host a Formula One Grand Prix from 2009 for a period of 7 years.
Formula One Management CEO Mr Ecclestone commented: ‘We are delighted to welcome Abu Dhabi into the Formula One family, and look forward to a long and successful partnership.’ The Dubai Autodrome in Dubai has a vision and a belief that will ensure it will surely follow Abu Dhabi into the Formula One family.
Source : http://www.dubai-livethedream.com/dubai-formula-one.html
Euro Hotel Apartments Abu Dhabi
Euro Hotel Apartments
A 2 star hotel apartment style property situated close to the city centre. Has all the basic amenities and well kept kitchenette.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Emirates Plaza Hotel Abu Dhabi
Emirates Plaza Hotel
A clean and simple hotel centrally located. Has the all the amenities you would expect from a budget hotel and centrally located. Please note, if you are after a peaceful quiet stay this may not be to your liking as there are numerous nightclubs in the building, all open during the week, so the noise may be an issue. You may want to enquire before you book.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments Abu Dhabi
Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments
A decent, clean budget standard hotel with 1 and 2 bed apartments and studios. All rooms are equipped with basic kitchen amenities and fridges. Location is fantastic if you want to be in the heart of the city centre. All places of interest and business district will take no more then a 5-10 min taxi ride.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Park Inn Abu Dhabi
Park Inn
A recently built hotel in the Yas lsland Marina area. Service and staff are friendly and the hotel has its own shuttle service to the city centre (20 mins) running numerous times during the day. The hotel has recreational facilities such as tennis courts, swimming pool and kids play area and the restaurants are well recommended. An excellent value hotel.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Grand Continental Flamingo Hotel Abu Dhabi
Grand Continental Flamingo Hotel
Spacious clean rooms and bathrooms and centrally located. The décor does appear dated but this is a minor if you can get the hotel on a good rate which usually you can during the year. The only downer for some is that this is one of the few hotels that do not serve alcohol at its premises but there are so many in the area that do – you can easily dine elsewhere if you need to drink alcohol.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi
Kingsgate Hotel
If you ever wondered what it was like to be treated like royalty – head to the Kempinski Emirates Palace for a taster. Renowned as the world’s classiest and costliest hotel, it has placed no limits on expensive marble, gold and stunning interiors. As well as the best conference centre in the region and a mammoth ballroom, the hotel boasts a 1.3km strictly private beach along with beautifully landscaped gardens. Yes, this is the hotel that cost $3bn to make - that's the most expensive hotel in the world.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Budget Hotels in Abu Dhabi
Budget Hotels in Abu Dhabi
Let's be frank about this one. Abu Dhabi is not a budget destination. It aims and continues to aim for the high flyer, and especially the business traveller. With it's cultural ambitions as a tourist destination, and the new hotels coming to market, most are pitched at 4 or 5 star rather than at 3 or 2 start. That said, there are a few hotels worth staying at, if you are aiming to spend your time away from your hotel, and just using the bed to crash and shower to clean.
Below is a selection of good budget hotels in the Abu Dhabi city centre area. Due to UAE’s recent popularity, Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a favourite place to visit next to Dubai. Despite Abu Dhabi being larger then neighbouring Dubai, it does have fewer hotels and picking up deals can be hard. However this is soon to change and already, many new hotels are opening to cater for the capital’s rising demand.
Visiting Abu Dhabi may not necessarily be a cheap holiday option. But if you are on a shoestring, you can find digs that are decent in order for you to have a good time. The hotels listed below may not have an onsite gym, pool and numerous fancy restaurants. But they provide a comfortable night’s sleep so you can enjoy the newly built Abu Dhabi Beach on the Corniche and vast entertainment outlets.
What you need to be aware of are the fact that there may be prostitutes in abu dhabi and some of abu dhabi's hotels. You can find reference to it elsewhere on the internet. We have tried to cover off places where they do not frequent, but sadly, nefarious activity can occur. We think that those listed below should be exempt from this; however we are not 100% confident. The hotels that have a a reputation for this are the Howard Johnson Diplomat, Abu Dhabi and the Al Diar Dana Hotel, Abu Dhabi. which are both in the city centre. This may change as time moves on and the authorities enforce penalties, but at the moment we are uncomfortable with recommending these hotels and thus these two hotels are not on our recommendation list Here are the hotels that we do recommend :
- Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Grand Continental Flamingo Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Park Inn Abu Dhabi
- International Rotana Inn Abu Dhabi
- Euro Hotel Apartments
- Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments
- Emirates Plaza Hotel
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Let's be frank about this one. Abu Dhabi is not a budget destination. It aims and continues to aim for the high flyer, and especially the business traveller. With it's cultural ambitions as a tourist destination, and the new hotels coming to market, most are pitched at 4 or 5 star rather than at 3 or 2 start. That said, there are a few hotels worth staying at, if you are aiming to spend your time away from your hotel, and just using the bed to crash and shower to clean.
Below is a selection of good budget hotels in the Abu Dhabi city centre area. Due to UAE’s recent popularity, Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a favourite place to visit next to Dubai. Despite Abu Dhabi being larger then neighbouring Dubai, it does have fewer hotels and picking up deals can be hard. However this is soon to change and already, many new hotels are opening to cater for the capital’s rising demand.
Visiting Abu Dhabi may not necessarily be a cheap holiday option. But if you are on a shoestring, you can find digs that are decent in order for you to have a good time. The hotels listed below may not have an onsite gym, pool and numerous fancy restaurants. But they provide a comfortable night’s sleep so you can enjoy the newly built Abu Dhabi Beach on the Corniche and vast entertainment outlets.
What you need to be aware of are the fact that there may be prostitutes in abu dhabi and some of abu dhabi's hotels. You can find reference to it elsewhere on the internet. We have tried to cover off places where they do not frequent, but sadly, nefarious activity can occur. We think that those listed below should be exempt from this; however we are not 100% confident. The hotels that have a a reputation for this are the Howard Johnson Diplomat, Abu Dhabi and the Al Diar Dana Hotel, Abu Dhabi. which are both in the city centre. This may change as time moves on and the authorities enforce penalties, but at the moment we are uncomfortable with recommending these hotels and thus these two hotels are not on our recommendation list Here are the hotels that we do recommend :
- Kingsgate Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Grand Continental Flamingo Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Park Inn Abu Dhabi
- International Rotana Inn Abu Dhabi
- Euro Hotel Apartments
- Ramee Garden Hotel Apartments
- Emirates Plaza Hotel
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/budget-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi (Hilton Corniche Abu Dhabi)
Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi
Just 10 minutes drive from the main business district, Hilton Abu Dhabi Corniche provides quality service that you’d expect and a beautiful private beach with a great choice of dining venues. Marina Mall is a two minute drive or a pleasant 20 minute walk in the cooler months. Being located on the Corniche is a big plus for those who like their morning strolls.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Le Royal Meridien Hotel Abu Dhabi
Le Royal Meridien Hotel
This hotel has the benefit of being centrally located to the main business and shopping areas with the added joy that all rooms face the sea. The rooms are tastefully decorated with super comfy beds Hermes toiletries. Be sure to check out the revolving rooftop restaurant which if requested, can rotate the opposite way if preferred!
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Sheraton Hotel Abu Dhabi
Sheraton Hotel Abu Dhabi
This beautifully looking hotel is situated on the corniche overlooking the Arabian Gulf. It is located in Abu Dhabi city close to the business district, shopping areas and famous Abu Dhabi mall. The hotel has its own private beach together with picturesque pools and health club. There are a good choice of food outlets and a funky nightclub too. Sheraton manages to maintain that balance of being exquisite but homely at the same time.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Al Raha Beach Hotel Abu Dhabi
Al Raha Beach Hotel
Abu Dhabi’s first boutique hotel opened in 2005 and is located about 20 minutes away from Abu Dhabi city and 45 minutes from Dubai. It’s perfect for those who don’t want to be at the heart of Abu Dhabi city yet close enough to enjoy the delights of downtown shopping and entertainment. The hotel has a stunning man made private beach and infinity pool set against lush gardens. 24 beach villas also have their own infinity pools. The hotel is on the Al Raha development which when ready, will have luxury accommodation for 130,000 plus entertainment and shopping complexes. Soon there will be no need to take the free shuttle buses to Abu Dhabi city as Al Raha will have it all and more.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi
As well as being a luxury hotel, the central location is the key selling point of this hotel. Set on the shore, all 413 rooms have a sea view. Additionally, this hotel has its own private access to the prestigious Abu Dhabi Mall – great for the high heat season when you don’t have to step outside to hit the shops.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Intercontinental Hotel Abu Dhabi
One of the oldest hotels in Abu Dhabi, this hotel has been extensively refurbished and has the benefit of being set in one of the most beautiful parklands - the Intercontinental has its own private beach and marina with stunning views of the Arabian Gulf. It is conveniently located in a quiet part of Abu Dhabi city and only a 10 minute taxi ride away from the main business district and shopping malls. Facilities are what you’d expect including seven restaurants, pools, health club and a trendy nightclub frequented by the hot shots of Abu Dhabi.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Shangri La Hotel Abu Dhabi
The Shangri-La Qaryat Al-Beri superbly designed hotel opened at the end of 2008, based on the Shangri La concept with elegant Arabian accents. The hotel is 20 minutes away from Abu Dhabi city overlooking the 1km stretch of private beach and the magnificent Grand Mosque. A uniquely designed set of waterways with abras take guests to different parts of the hotel and restaurants. The rooms are exquisite and a mini shopping souk can keep you occupied as well as one of the five tempting pools.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
The Fairmont Hotel Bal Al Bahr Abu Dhabi
The Fairmont Hotel Bal Al Bahr Abu Dhabi
The Fairmont Abu Dhabi Hotel or Bab al Bahr, as it is known, is the latest trendy hotel to appear on the Abu Dhabi sand line. The Fairmont is about 20 minutes away from Abu Dhabi city and close to Abu Dhabi Airport. The rooms are generous in size and the décor easy on the eye. Eight excellent restaurants and bars including a steakhouse by Marco Pierre White and for the chocolate fans – a chocolate studio to sample chocolate making from conception! If you like contemporary, funky, an ample sized private beach and close proximity to the city centre, this could be the break for you.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island
The Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island
One of the newest kids on the block, this hotel is a sideways step into design albeit positive! The hotel had its grand opening at the end of 2009 with the inaugural Formula 1 Grand Prix and has been flying since. The Yas Island complex is predicted to be the hot new destination for 2010-2011 as most of its planned outlets will be completed such as Ferrari World. This hotel appeals to anyone who loves trend, funk and ingenious design. Its careful planning has ensured things like viewing the famous racetrack and yachts can be done from all restaurant terraces. Eateries are top class and ample choice to please any taste bud. Hotel facilities include a very state of the art gym which is also has a men and women section, a beautiful spa: due to open at the end of 2010, two sparkling pools, a yacht club and golf course. The rooms and bathrooms are creatively decorated and give a you a feel of jealousy! Oh, and great service. Just bear in mind your location. You are on Yas Island, not mainland Abu Dhabi.
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Emirates Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi
If you ever wondered what it was like to be treated like royalty – head to the Kempinski Emirates Palace for a taster. Renowned as the world’s classiest and costliest hotel, it has placed no limits on expensive marble, gold and stunning interiors. As well as the best conference centre in the region and a mammoth ballroom, the hotel boasts a 1.3km strictly private beach along with beautifully landscaped gardens. Yes, this is the hotel that cost $3bn to make - that was the most expensive hotel in the world to build at the time. And this is the best hotel in Abu Dhabi!
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/top-ten-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi
Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi hotel scene is on fire, with world beating hotels opening in Abu Dhabi, almost monthly, and so now the new hotels in Abu Dhabi that have launched in the last 5 years or so are now vying to the best Abu Dhabi hotels. But with many more hotels all in the offing, this best of list of hotels looks to be an ever changing list. Just as Abu Dhabi is changing, so the hotels scene changes with it - and as Abu Dhabi pitches itself as a luxury destination, the hotels are pitched in the same way. You only need to look at the recent additions to the hotel scene. Abu Dhabi, from a hotel perspective, has changed significantly in the last 10 years when there were only a handful of decent hotels around. There still aren't that many budget hotels is Abu Dhabi, but if you are looking for some of the best hotels around, some of the top 10 hotels in the UAE would come out of the top ten hotels in Abu Dhabi. But the question you are looking at is this: which hotels in Abu Dhabi are the best hotels in Abu Dhabi? Or indeed, which is the best hotel in Abu Dhabi. Well, everyone has a best choice, whether it is the hotels with the best service, or most exclusive hotel, or even the most expensive hotel, but the best hotels will usually be among the most popular hotels in Abu Dhabi. What we have tried to do is put together a number of lists of hotels to get to the elusive list, based on the hotels we have visited .We may not have stayed at all the hotels, but we certainly have a view on every single hotel that we recommend. And because we are impartial, we have only included the very best hotels here. As better hotels come to market, we will review and update list, where appropriate. But bear in mind that just because a hotel is new, doesn't mean that it will automatically join the list. There needs to be something of a "wow factor" to it.
And now that Abu Dhabi is competing with Dubai as a destination, Abu Dhabi competes with Dubai for hotels. It's simple - as a destination, Abu Dhabi needs to be different and best at different things. Well, proof is in the pudding. We would love to hear from you once you have visted some of the hotels on out list and tell us whether they are any good. Hopefully they aren't the worst hotels you will stay at - and hopefully they will be one of the best, not just best in Abu Dhabi, but best ever.
There are lots of hotel deals that you can check, but we have tried to give you some different options, looking not just at the best hotels or luxury hotels, but we have considered the other end of the scale to give you a view of the budget hotels in Abu Dhabi as well as more mid range hotels. Finally, we have an alternative list which hopefully provide you with another option to check other reviews and do more research as you find the hotel that meets your need. But, let's be frank, hotels in Abu Dhabi are expensive, so there has to be another choice, unless you can get a great deal. There are often deal on hotels in Abu Dhabi, so it's worth looking around, so that you don't blow your budget at where you will be sleeping. And our list can't be all things to all people - people will disagree - and that's great - all part of the discussion and debate. Your review may be different to ours, but it's ok to have an opinion!
We haven't created a list for 7 star hotels in Abu Dhabi, because there is officially only one 7 star hotel in Abu Dhabi, which is the Emirates Palace. And at $3bn, you would have thought so. But many of the 5 star hotels are superior hotels and sit neatly in a class together. Of course there aren't as many Abu Dhabi hotels as there are Dubai ones, but in 10 years time, that may be different, just because Abu Dhabi is larger, with many islands. In the meantime, you can go through our top ten abu dhabi hotels list knowing that that you have a decent cross section of hotels in Abu Dhabi.
And finally, these hotels are personal choices, so please do research before you book your hotel. These Abu Dhabi lists of hotels are as much about determining the best ones as they are about giving some direction to the new traveller to Abu Dhabi, booking theith hotel for the first time. Hopefully, we have given some clarity to your reesearch and that are eventually able to pick the right hotel in Abu Dhabi that makes your stay a special one. Here are our best of lists:
- Emirates Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi.
- The Yas Hotel, Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
- The Fairmont Hotel Bal Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
- Shangri La Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Intercontinental Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Beach Rotana, Abu Dhabi
- Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi
- Sheraton Hotel, Abu Dhabi
- Le Royal Meridien Hotel Abu Dhabi
-Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi (Hilton Corniche, Abu Dhabi)
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/best-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
The Abu Dhabi hotel scene is on fire, with world beating hotels opening in Abu Dhabi, almost monthly, and so now the new hotels in Abu Dhabi that have launched in the last 5 years or so are now vying to the best Abu Dhabi hotels. But with many more hotels all in the offing, this best of list of hotels looks to be an ever changing list. Just as Abu Dhabi is changing, so the hotels scene changes with it - and as Abu Dhabi pitches itself as a luxury destination, the hotels are pitched in the same way. You only need to look at the recent additions to the hotel scene. Abu Dhabi, from a hotel perspective, has changed significantly in the last 10 years when there were only a handful of decent hotels around. There still aren't that many budget hotels is Abu Dhabi, but if you are looking for some of the best hotels around, some of the top 10 hotels in the UAE would come out of the top ten hotels in Abu Dhabi. But the question you are looking at is this: which hotels in Abu Dhabi are the best hotels in Abu Dhabi? Or indeed, which is the best hotel in Abu Dhabi. Well, everyone has a best choice, whether it is the hotels with the best service, or most exclusive hotel, or even the most expensive hotel, but the best hotels will usually be among the most popular hotels in Abu Dhabi. What we have tried to do is put together a number of lists of hotels to get to the elusive list, based on the hotels we have visited .We may not have stayed at all the hotels, but we certainly have a view on every single hotel that we recommend. And because we are impartial, we have only included the very best hotels here. As better hotels come to market, we will review and update list, where appropriate. But bear in mind that just because a hotel is new, doesn't mean that it will automatically join the list. There needs to be something of a "wow factor" to it.
And now that Abu Dhabi is competing with Dubai as a destination, Abu Dhabi competes with Dubai for hotels. It's simple - as a destination, Abu Dhabi needs to be different and best at different things. Well, proof is in the pudding. We would love to hear from you once you have visted some of the hotels on out list and tell us whether they are any good. Hopefully they aren't the worst hotels you will stay at - and hopefully they will be one of the best, not just best in Abu Dhabi, but best ever.
There are lots of hotel deals that you can check, but we have tried to give you some different options, looking not just at the best hotels or luxury hotels, but we have considered the other end of the scale to give you a view of the budget hotels in Abu Dhabi as well as more mid range hotels. Finally, we have an alternative list which hopefully provide you with another option to check other reviews and do more research as you find the hotel that meets your need. But, let's be frank, hotels in Abu Dhabi are expensive, so there has to be another choice, unless you can get a great deal. There are often deal on hotels in Abu Dhabi, so it's worth looking around, so that you don't blow your budget at where you will be sleeping. And our list can't be all things to all people - people will disagree - and that's great - all part of the discussion and debate. Your review may be different to ours, but it's ok to have an opinion!
We haven't created a list for 7 star hotels in Abu Dhabi, because there is officially only one 7 star hotel in Abu Dhabi, which is the Emirates Palace. And at $3bn, you would have thought so. But many of the 5 star hotels are superior hotels and sit neatly in a class together. Of course there aren't as many Abu Dhabi hotels as there are Dubai ones, but in 10 years time, that may be different, just because Abu Dhabi is larger, with many islands. In the meantime, you can go through our top ten abu dhabi hotels list knowing that that you have a decent cross section of hotels in Abu Dhabi.
And finally, these hotels are personal choices, so please do research before you book your hotel. These Abu Dhabi lists of hotels are as much about determining the best ones as they are about giving some direction to the new traveller to Abu Dhabi, booking theith hotel for the first time. Hopefully, we have given some clarity to your reesearch and that are eventually able to pick the right hotel in Abu Dhabi that makes your stay a special one. Here are our best of lists:
- Emirates Palace Hotel Abu Dhabi.
- The Yas Hotel, Abu Dhabi, Yas Island
- The Fairmont Hotel Bal Al Bahr, Abu Dhabi
- Shangri La Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Intercontinental Hotel Abu Dhabi
- Beach Rotana, Abu Dhabi
- Al Raha Beach Hotel, Abu Dhabi
- Sheraton Hotel, Abu Dhabi
- Le Royal Meridien Hotel Abu Dhabi
-Hilton Hotel Abu Dhabi (Hilton Corniche, Abu Dhabi)
Source : http://www.grapeshisha.com/hotelsandproperty/best-hotels-in-abu-dhabi.html
UAE
The United Arab Emirates, often abbreviated as UAE or shortened to The Emirates, is a federation situated in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula in Southwest Asia on the Persian Gulf, bordering Oman and Saudi Arabia and sharing sea borders with Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Qatar and Iran.
Termed emirates because they are ruled by emirs, they are
Before 1971, the UAE was known as the
The UAE's political system, based on its 1971 Constitution, is composed of several intricately connected governing bodies. Islam is the official religion, and Arabic is the official language.
Its oil reserves are ranked as the world's sixth-largest and the UAE possesses one of the most-developed economies in
Although the UAE has a constitution and a president, it is neither a constitutional monarchy nor a republic. It is a federation of seven monarchies, whose rulers retain absolute power within their emirates. The emirs chose one of their number to be the president of the federation, but this does not alter the monarchical character of the government of the emirates. The constitution is concerned solely with the relations between the emirates as members of the federation, and does not prescribe a constitutional system of government.
The UAE is a founding member of the Cooperation Council for the Arab States of the Gulf, and a member state of the Arab League. It is also a member of the United Nations, the Organisation of the Islamic Conference, the OPEC, and the World Trade Organization.
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Arab_Emirates
UAE louvre
The Louvre Abu Dhabi is a planned museum, to be located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. On Tuesday 7 March 2007, the Louvre in Paris announced that a new Louvre museum would be completed by 2012 in Abu Dhabi. This is part of a thirty year agreement between the city of Abu Dhabi and the French government. The museum is to be located on the Saadiyat Island complex, and will be approximately 24,000 square metres (260,000 sq ft) in size. The final cost of the construction is expected to be between €83 million and €108 million.
Artwork from around the world will be showcased at the museum, with particular focus placed upon bridging the gap between Eastern and Western art. However, the construction of the museum has caused much controversy in the art world, as many objections have been raised as to the motives of the Louvre in this deal.
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louvre_Abu_Dhabi
UAE football team
The United Arab Emirates national football team (Arabic: الامارات العربية المتحدة لكرة القدم) represents United Arab Emirates in association football and is controlled by the United Arab Emirates Football Association, the governing body for football in United Arab Emirates. United Arab Emirates' home ground is Sheikh Zayed Stadium in Abu Dhabi and their head coach is Srečko Katanec. It made one World Cup appearance, in 1990, but lost all three of its games, to Colombia, West Germany, and Yugoslavia. The side rebounded to take fourth place in the 1992 Asian Cup, and runner-up in 1996. In both tournaments their final match was lost on penalty kicks. In 2007 the UAE beat Oman 1–0 to win the Gulf Cup for the first time in their history.
Source : http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_Arab_Emirates_national_football_team
http://www.uaefa.ae/ar/
Dubai tennis
The Dubai Tennis Championships (also known as the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships for sponsorship reasons) (Formerly known for sponsorship reasons as the Barclays Dubai Tennis Championships and the Dubai Duty Free Men's and Women's Championships) is a professional tennis tournament owned and organized by Dubai Duty Free and held annually in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on outdoor hardcourts. The tournament organizes both a men's and women's event. The tournament takes place under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.
For five years Swiss Roger Federer, on the men's side, and Belgian Justine Henin, on the women's side, dominated the singles' tournaments. Between 2003 and 2007, Federer and Henin each won the singles title four times. However, in 2008, neither player managed to reach the finals; Andy Roddick and Elena Dementieva became the new champions. Currently, the reigning champions are Novak Djokovic and Caroline Wozniacki.
Source : http://www.dubaidutyfreetennischampionships.com/
http://www.dubaidutyfreetennischampionships.com/
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