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Concerts

Wiz Khalifa Back in Dubai This November

Wiz Khalifa, the multi-platinum, Grammy-nominated rapper and producer, will make a massive return to Dubai this November. Fans in the UAE are gearing up for what promises to be one of the most exciting concerts of the year. Wiz Khalifa will perform live at the Coca-Cola Arena on Saturday, November 16, 2024. This event will…

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Ushuaia Dubai Opening with Calvin Harris

The highly anticipated Ushuaïa Dubai Harbour Experience will redefine the nightlife scene in the UAE. Its grand opening is scheduled for October 26, 2024. Leading the charge is none other than Calvin Harris, the globally acclaimed DJ and producer known for his chart-topping hits and electrifying performances. This event marks the first of many extraordinary…

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Business

Dubai Rental Costs Surge higher in 2024

Dubai’s expats are finding themselves in increasingly challenging situations. Dubai rental costs surge, making the cost of living in the city more burdensome than ever before. The most recent update to Dubai’s Rental Index has sent rents skyrocketing by as much as 15%. This forces many to reevaluate their housing choices. This has led to…

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Living in the UAE

Dubai Property Market 2026: Prices, Fees and Buyer Checks

My take: start with the cash, not the skyline I would not choose a Dubai property because a citywide forecast sounds reassuring. I would start with the valuation, the money due at transfer and the cost of holding that particular home. A beautiful launch brochure cannot close a funding gap. The worked example below shows…

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Concerts

Kasabian Set to Rock Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena

Key Facts Headliner: Kasabian Venue: Coca-Cola Arena, City Walk, Dubai Date: 13 October 2024 — this event has already taken place The legendary British band Kasabian is gearing up for their highly anticipated Kasabian Dubai Concert. They will deliver a high-energy performance at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai on 13th October 2024. Known for their…

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Business

Dubai Economy Grew by 3.2%

Dubai Economy Grew by 3.2%. This increase in the first quarter of 2024, raised the emirate’s GDP to AED115 billion. The Dubai Economy Growth highlights the effectiveness of Dubai’s strategic vision and economic policies. Economic Performance in Q1 2024 Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, and…

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Pacha History: From Sitges to Global Empire

The Pacha nightclub history spans nearly six decades of revolutionary entertainment and cultural influence worldwide. Starting as a small coastal venue in 1967, Pacha nightclub history transformed global nightlife forever. Ricardo Urgell’s vision created more than just a club—he birthed an international lifestyle phenomenon. Few brands command such reverence across generations of partygoers, celebrities, and…

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Living in the UAE

Living in the UAE: Why I’d Choose It—and What I’d Check

I would choose the UAE for the life I could build here—not because a skyline photograph proves it is the best country on Earth. The pull is easy to understand: ambitious cities, an extraordinary choice of food and things to do, and communities that bring different parts of the world together. But the winning move…

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Events & Entertainment

Al Quoz: Dubai’s Art Central

Walk through the streets of Al Quoz today and you’ll find a district humming with creative energy — a far cry from the days when it was simply a grid of industrial warehouses and workshops. In just over two decades, this once utilitarian part of Dubai has evolved into Dubai’s Art Central, the beating heart…

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GOING OUT

Ushuaïa Dubai: Location, Tickets, Line-Up & What to Expect

Ushuaïa built its name on the Ibiza hillside — daytime-into-night pool parties with the biggest DJs on earth and a production budget you can see from space. Now that exact energy has a Dubai home at Dubai Harbour. Here is the full guide to Ushuaïa Dubai: where it is, how to get in, who is…

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