Dubai : As part of the 31st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), DSF Auto Season returns from 2 January to 11 January 2026, transforming the city into a high-energy celebration of motoring culture, design, craftsmanship and community. Now in its second edition, DSF Auto Season brings together car enthusiasts, families, collectors, industry leaders and global automotive brands for ten days of unmissable parades, rare vehicle showcases, motorsport-inspired experiences and large-scale gatherings across Dubai. Building on a successful inaugural year, the 2026 programme expands with major citywide routes, curated exhibitions, community meet-ups and headline events designed to unite petrolheads…
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Situated in the heart of Brazzaville overlooking the Congo River, the first luxury hotel in the city weaves Congolese heritage and European elegance into 197 elegant rooms and suites and state-of-the-art meeting and event spaces Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, 19 December 2025 — History was made in the Republic of Congo last week during a high-profile ribbon-cutting ceremony for Kempinski Hotel Brazzaville, the first purpose-built luxury hotel in the country’s burgeoning capital. As Kempinski’s first property in Africa since the opening of Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City Accra in 2015, this symbolic event heralds the future unveiling of a landmark development that redefines the standards…
From dazzling feasts to sparkling soirées, unwrap your Golden Ticket to Christmas as Hollywood glamour meets the whimsical world of Willy Wonka at Paramount Hotel Midtown. Dubai, UAE: Renowned for transforming star experiences into stories worth telling, Paramount Hotels unveils a sequel to last year’s Festive Wonders, this time with a Christmas twist. It is a holiday tale inspired by the timeless 1971 classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, a Paramount Pictures production. The story begins: after years of delighting the world with his extraordinary chocolate creations, Willy Wonka faces the unimaginable. His chocolate factory has fallen silent. No…
Building on 2025 successes and unveiling exciting new destinations for the year ahead Dubai : Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has unveiled its highly anticipated lineup of EMEA hotel openings planned for 2026, underscoring the company’s continued commitment to expanding its global footprint while delivering elevated experiences, meaningful value and greater choice for travellers. These forthcoming additions will strengthen Wyndham’s presence across key destinations in EMEA, reflecting the company’s long-term focus on strategic growth and its dedication to driving success for franchisees and owners. 2025: A Year Defined by Momentum By September 30, 2025, Wyndham Hotels & Resorts’ EMEA portfolio surpassed…
From dazzling feasts to sparkling soirées, unwrap your Golden Ticket to Christmas as Hollywood glamour meets the whimsical world of Willy Wonka at Paramount Hotel Midtown. Dubai, UAE: Renowned for transforming star experiences into stories worth telling, Paramount Hotels unveils a sequel to last year’s Festive Wonders, this time with a Christmas twist. It is a holiday tale inspired by the timeless 1971 classic Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory, a Paramount Pictures production. The story begins: after years of delighting the world with his extraordinary chocolate creations, Willy Wonka faces the unimaginable. His chocolate factory has fallen silent. No…
Dubai : Celebrate the magic of the festive season with Ghraoui Chocolate’s latest Christmas Collection that captures the spirit of the holidays in every beautifully crafted bite. Loved for centuries for its legacy of excellence and devotion to quality since 1805, Ghraoui presents a limited-edition assortment perfect for gifting or table dressings for those special gatherings, featuring: Tiny Santa – Creamy white chocolate with indulgent caramelised praline Tiny Snowman – Creamy white chocolate with crushed mixed nuts Snowman – Creamy white chocolate Bear Dressed as Santa – Smooth and creamy milk chocolate Santa Claus on Scooter – Smooth and creamy…
Riyadh : The 14th edition of HORECA Riyadh and the third edition of Salon du Chocolat et de la Pâtisserie Riyadh concluded, capping off a historic week that positioned Riyadh as the beating heart of global hospitality and gastronomy. Held under the strategic partnership of the Culinary Arts Commission (CAC), the renowned and highly anticipated events transformed Riyadh Front Exhibition & Conference Center into the largest hospitality and foodservice gathering ever staged in the kingdom. Spanning 42,000 sqm, the events — held concurrently with Host Arabia and Saudi Elite Chefs — brought together over 500 exhibitors, representing more than 4,200…
Dubai : Subko Coffee Roasters & Bakehouse has opened its first store in the UAE at Dubai’s Alserkal Avenue, a sprawling 5,000+ sq feet experience center and specialty cafe for microlot coffee, fresh sourdough bread and croissants, and fine cacao from the Indian Subcontinent, all in the midst of a nostalgic yet contemporary homage to South Asian design. The expansive space is segmented into two levels: ‘The Craftery’ is the ground floor. Reminiscent of a concept store-esque experience around bean to bar chocolate, specialty coffee beans and in-house designed merch, combined with a fully transparent view ‘behind the hood’ of the production…
Dubai: As one of the world’s most iconic destinations for New Year’s Eve celebrations, Dubai never fails to deliver events that capture global attention. As the countdown to 2026 begins, Dubai has unveiled a spectacular line-up of events and experiences designed to captivate residents and visitors. From headline concerts by globally renowned artists to mesmerising fireworks displays, there truly is something for everyone to enjoy, as Dubai further enhances its reputation as the ultimate place to welcome the New Year in style. Explore the top highlights outlined below from Dubai Calendar, featuring fireworks and world-class entertainment happening across the city…
Azerbaijan Tourism Board (ATB), together with Absheron Hotel Group, organized two different familiarization trips for tourism industry representatives from Türkiye. Throughout the program, a total of 22 industry professionals explored Azerbaijan’s winter and business tourism potential, as well as its cultural heritage and national cuisine. The program began with an introduction to Baku’s modern attractions and cultural landmarks, followed by a visit to Shahdag Mountain Resort, where participants discovered Azerbaijan’s winter tourism offerings. Both programs concluded with B2B meetings attended by around 60 tourism industry representatives. During the sessions, participants received an overview of Azerbaijan’s business-event infrastructure, including modern venues,…