Archive for June, 2010

Dubai opens second airport

Wednesday, June 30th, 2010
Al Maktoum International Ruway (GFDL/Fatma3298)

Al Maktoum International Ruway (GFDL/Fatma3298)

Dubai officially opened its second Al Maktoum International Airport on Sunday for cargo operations. Previously known as Jebel Ali International Airport, it is the emirates second airport and supposed to become the world’s largest. (more…)

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Dubai Summer Surprises 2010 (17 June to 7 August)

Tuesday, June 22nd, 2010
Dubai Summer Surprise Mascot 'Modesh' (AP / Kamran Jebreili)

AP / Kamran Jebreili

Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) festivities kick off in the shadow of Dubai Shopping Festival, a far more popular event taking place during the tolerable climate months of January-February. DSS is not far behind and together with DSF plays a major role in characterizing Dubai as the Mecca for shopaholics.

This year, the festival has started on 17 June with 52 days of international fashion events, shopping discounts in malls, food, entertainment, kid’s events, concerts, musicals and cartoons enthralling every one. (more…)

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Tax in Dubai, How much it differs actually?

Saturday, June 19th, 2010

985049-wnKnown for its commercial viability, Dubai has gained a special place amongst the investors as a promising hub with better returns. People across the world moving to Dubai in search of better job prospects have become a popular trend in the recent past. For this, some have even shifted their base to this exotic city of UAE, irrespective of its climate and nationality. (more…)

Popularity: 26% [?]