By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: Beginning in December, Emirates is curating the perfect restorative sleep ritual in the sky with new loungewear, indulgent bed linen, and a thoughtful turndown service for First Class customers. Further elevating the transition into relaxation, First Class customers are invited to enjoy premium drinks served in new cut crystal glassware, relish moments of calm with the …

The Eat-Pakistan Culinary Guild, in collaboration with Marriott Karachi, successfully hosted an exclusive culinary masterclass at the Grand Ballroom of Marriott Hotel on Friday, 19 December 2025. The highly anticipated event featured distinguished international Lebanese culinary expert Chef Naoum, who led an immersive and interactive session showcasing the richness of Lebanese cuisine. Attended by chefs, hospitality professionals, culinary students, and food enthusiasts, the …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: As the highly anticipated celebrations for New Year’s Eve draw closer, Dubai residents and tourists seeking a truly unique way to bring in 2026 that also offers value for money, should look no further than The Fort – Lisaili. The multi-experience desert offering by the team at Arabian Adventures is located away from the city crowds …

KARACHI: Yango Pakistan, part of the global tech company Yango Group, has announced a strategic partnership with Al Meezan Investments, Pakistan’s Largest Asset Management Company, aimed at promoting financial literacy, long-term savings, and investment awareness among its partner’s drivers. Through this collaboration, Yango will facilitate access for partner drivers and couriers to Shariah-compliant investment solutions, allowing them to invest their …

Explore more of Dubai for less with Yango Ride and Visa’s new discount offer As Dubai welcomes its peak wave of visitors, Yango Ride, the globally renowned ride-hailing service part of Yango Group, has teamed up with Visa to make getting around the city extra easy. As part of this limited-time offer, Dubai visitors can enjoy five discounted rides when …

News Desk DUBAI: The Emirates Airline Foundation and Emirates Auction are partnering for an exclusive online auction to offer special Emirates Skywards membership numbers that come with Platinum tier status benefits valid for up to 20 years. Running from 17 December 2025 until 17 January 2026, bids can be made for special membership numbers with Platinum tier status benefits. The …

By Rafiq Vayani DUBAI: dnata, a leading global air and travel services provider, has unveiled a new centralised screening control room at its Dubai International airport (DXB) cargo facility, developed in partnership with Dubai Police. The project marks a major step in the digital transformation of air cargo operations, combining real-time automation with enhanced security oversight. From a single high-tech …

Avari Towers Karachi has opened its Italian Food Festival for public dining from 12 to 14 December at Asia Live, following the exclusive inaugural gathering hosted earlier by the Consulate of Italy. The festival is part of Avari Towers’ continued commitment to introducing distinguished international culinary experiences to the city. For this special occasion, Chef Vincenzo De Liso has arrived …

Every New Year’s Eve in Dubai has energy, but not every venue places you under the fireworks.Amaya Dubai does. Located in Dubai Mall with an unobstructed view of the Burj Khalifa and the Dubai Fountain, it ofers a setting designed for the kind of New Year memories people talk about for years the kind you can see, hear, taste, and …

By Rafiq Vayani KARACHI: Karachi Marriott Hotel hosted an exquisite Lebanese Night at Bistro Rozana, bringing together fine dining, cultural exchange, and an elevated social experience under one roof. The evening was graciously hosted by the General Manager, Mr. Raza Abbas, who welcomed an esteemed gathering of diplomats and members of the diplomatic corps, including the Consul Generals and representatives …