Abu Dhabi to New Mexico in no more than an hour Branson’s Virgin Galactic to build Spaceport Abu Dhabi Virgin Galactic, the world’s first space tourism company, will establish its second base in Abu Dhabi. Virgin Galactic CEO George Whitesides appointed Steve Landeene, an executive director of the Spaceport America project (from 2007 to 2010), with the … Read more
The expectations of the demanding high-end UAE customers cand cost up to $9 million when it comes to aircrafts. Abu Dhabi luxury flight firm Royal Jet has spent this amount doing up just a single 46-seater Boeing Business Jet. The company said it is splashing its cash on improved inflight entertainment including live TV and … Read more
BMW opens its biggest showroom in UAE German luxury car maker BMW is showing its commitment to the Middle East and opens its largest showroom in the world in Abu Dhabi. The 35,000 sq m facility can accommodate the display of 80 new and pre-owned cars, 10 motorcycles, and features a private cinema-style theatre, Gloria … Read more
The annual food festival Gourmet Abu Dhabi continues its gastronomic journey for a fourth edition from February 8-23 2012, where internationally acclaimed masterchefs, distinguished vinters, restaurateurs and industry professionals gathered to share and promote their culinary craft. Among the dozens of Michelin star and masterchefs taking over some of the best kitchens during Gourmet Abu … Read more
The emirate of Abu Dhabi announced that it had given the green light for the completion of the Louvre and Guggenheim museums after construction delays. The project is part of an ambitious development plan — “Abu Dhabi 2030,” aimed at modernizing the emirate and diversifying its economy. In October, the Tourism Development and Investment, the … Read more