The first airline to test innovative technology identifying travellers with medical conditions

      Health screenings can become standard across airports, without putting staff in harm with manual processes. The introduction of touchless self-service and automated health screening will encourage passengers to return to travel sooner. Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, will partner with Australian company Elenium Automation to trial new technology which … Read more

The World’s Oldest Known Natural Pearl to be displayed for the first time at Louvre Abu Dhabi

    Pearls were precious elements during the Neolithic period, certainly falling into the category of luxury and used for adornment.   A 8,000-year-old Pearl to be displayed for the first time at Louvre Abu Dhabi. The pearl represents the earliest known evidence for pearling yet discovered in the world. The oldest known natural pearl … Read more

The world’s most powerful series production road car debuts in Dubai

    Evija hypercar makes its regional debut. Exclusivity is guaranteed, with production limited to a maximum of 130 Lotus Evija cars. The all-electric Evija debuts in the United Arab Emirates The Evija’s arrival in the Gulf states is the latest leg of a world tour which began after the car was unveiled in London … Read more

MENA region expected to continue to be an essential and stable market for the superyacht industry

The UAE has firmly established itself at the centre of the global superyacht stage in recent years, ranking 9th in the world in terms of length of yacht projects in build this year with 14 projects underway. The total length of projects in the UAE is an impressive 611 metres. As the leading maritime event … Read more

Abu Dhabi to build a first-of-its-kind marine life themed park without orcas

Abu Dhabi announced plans to design a next generation SeaWorld, a theme park “that engages, educates and inspires.” This announcement reflects the emirate’s ambition to create a sustainable, diversified economy, with tourism as one of its core pillars. This first-of-its-kind marine life themed park on Yas Island build by Abu Dhabi’s Miral and SeaWorld Entertainment … Read more

Interview with Steve Farrel, Managing Director Sylka Carpets – National Brand of the UAE at Luxury Lifestyle Awards MAE 2016

Sylka Carpets’ Steve Farrel bets on innovation in high-end carpet production. SYLKA Carpets and rugs give you the look and feel of silk, making it ideal for the highest quality homes or luxury yachts. Steve Farrel, Managing Director of Sylka Carpets determines five pillars for a luxury brand, that can grab you and draw you in. … Read more