Jacky’s Marks 40 Year Anniversary with 40% Discounts

Jacky’s Electronics – the UAE’s leading chain of Electronics, Entertainment and Telecommunications stores – is celebrating its 40^th anniversary by offering a staggering 40 per cent off from a selection of its most popular products over a four-day period.

The company started operations in Hong Kong in 1970, opening its first UAE retail showroom in Deira in 1988. Since then it has grown steadily and today has 12 outlets across the UAE. Read more

Modhesh Souk offers fun shopping with a meaningful motive

With around 40 zones and unlimited entertainment, Modhesh World has just three more weeks to go before the 13^th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises concludes. Children and families are discovering new attraction by the day and the Modhesh Souk is one attraction that aims to carry forward Emarati culture and heritage.

Organised in cooperation with the Ministry of Social Affairs, several stalls at the souk are dedicated to the forsaty programme.  The programme is a centre for promoting goods produced by Emarati families enabling them to supplement their income from home. The products displayed for sale include local handicrafts, cosmetics, garments, accessories, and perfumes. Read more

DSS attractions unveiled highlighting Dubai as summer destination of surprises

The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE) has unveiled the main highlights of the 13^th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises that begins on June 17^th and runs for 52 days till August 7^th. With a budget of AED 60 million, this year’s DSS includes international shows, musicals, events, shopping promotions across Dubai, and prizes to be won throughout malls. Modhesh World, the region’s biggest indoor edutainment venue, is also a major attraction of DSS.

Laila Suhail, Chief Executive Officer of DEPE said, “We have endeavoured to present a spectacular combination of attractions that create a comprehensive holiday package for all visitors and residents in Dubai during DSS. These efforts are in line with our marketing slogan for this year, ‘Dubai, your summer destination of surprises.’” Read more

Best Price on Apple’s iPad, even in Dubai

• Best Price on Apple’s iPad Tablet on Amazon.com
• How to shop on Amazon from Dubai

In Dubai, the Mecca of all kinds consumer goods one could possibly imagine, Apple’s iPad didn’t debut on April 3, as in the US. Fans have been eagerly awaiting the release of the new device and the Internet is buzzing with gossip. However, few retailers locally offered limited number of iPads, which were snapped in a matter of hours, proving the item to be the newest Apple’s  No 1 product. In the US, Apple sold more than 300,000 units on the first day the tablets went on sale last week, provoking JPMorgan  to raise its price target on Apple stock to $305 from $240.

Now, that is confirmed the demand for Apple’s iPad is ultra high and will most probably remain such in the coming few months, lets talk about price…. Read more

Wafi offers complimentary UAE Mothers Day Breakfast at Khan Murjan Restaurant

Dubai-based mothers are being invited by Wafi to a celebration on Sunday, March 21, 2010, where they will be entertained and pampered with an Arabic-themed breakfast and gifts on their special day.

All mothers and those of mothering age are invited to KM restaurant in Wafi’s Souk Khan Murjan between 10am and noon on UAE Mother’s Day, where live traditional Arabic music will set the mood for the event. All shoppers in Wafi Mall on the day will also receive a rose to mark the occasion. Read more

Online Shopping still high in UAE

Data from the latest MasterCard survey of online shopping showed that  UAE residents who shopped online spent an average of US$1,048 (Dh3,849) in the December quarter last year, down from US$1,193 in the same period a year earlier. This was still far ahead of the second-biggest spender, Singapore, where the average online shopper spent $779 over the same three months. The average across all 14 countries surveyed was $660, down from $667 the year before.

The drop in spending was probably caused by consumer caution after the economic downturn, but was also influenced by online price reductions. Another possible factor is that many credit card holders in the UAE had their limits reduced last year, as banks aimed to reduce their liabilities. The fall in online spending came as more retail start-ups launched their online shopping concepts or expanded existing online offerings. Read more

How to Shop on Amazon.com from Dubai

Everyone living in Dubai, the UAE and the Middle East have probably wished they could get their hands on great products from the US – be it books, music, movies, games or electronics. But very few people shop online with Amazon.com, Endless.com or other online retailers and auction sites due to the shipping issues involved, even though the products are a lot cheaper in the US (Apple Computers, Books, Designer Bags) , especially when buying used products.

A great solution to this dilemma is to find the right payment and shipping options suitable for you. Here are some  recommendations: Read more

Serbian dancers stir up Arabian Centre with a dazzling display during DSF 2010

Shoppers are charmed by the special showcase of Serbian culture through the traditional dances performed at the mall

Arabian Center, the latest hotspot for shopping, leisure and entertainment, has been host to some of the most sought after activities throughout DSF 2010. The mall which is the key sponsor of this year’s DSF, has continually indulged its customers in the programs specially designed to entertain, ease and attract the whole family with its assorted promotions.

This week witnessed beautiful glimpses of the Serbian culture at the Arabian Centre. The mall came alive with the traditional Serbian folk dance, the Serbian troop living up to its reputation for bringing the community and families through their dance and music. Read more

Al Ghurair City offers unbeatable shopping bargains this DSF

Retailers at Al Ghurair City have announced further reductions and special offers this Dubai Shopping Festival to satisfy the growing number of visitors during the shopping extravaganza. The retail outlets include a range of popular brands such as Mexx, Plug Ins Electronics, Jashanmal, Paris Gallery, Splash, Babyshop and Guess to name just a few; all of which have introduced exciting promotions to offer their diverse clientele.

Being the heart of this festive season, Al Ghurair City is the crown jewel of Al Rigga Street which is studded with various fun activities in addition to the retail kiosks placed at the sidewalk of the mall offering a range of silver jewellery, antique items, pashmina, rugs and many many more. There are also skill games with fabulous prizes to be won, exciting rides, live musicians, juggling acts, all creating a festive buzz on the street. Read more

The Fringe Festival readies for a cultural celebration at Wafi this DSF

Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) heightens the fun and excitement for cultural and artistic celebrations in Dubai with The Fringe festival offering the best street theatrical entertainment anywhere in town.

Wafi, a key sponsor of this year’s DSF, will host the Fringe Festival with an interactive clown and cartoon theatre from February 15^th to 21^st. Each show lasts for about an hour and is preceded by a colorful parade. A Chinese Variety Show will mesmerize the crowds in the mall with acrobatic stunts and stylishly choreographed routines with three shows daily from February 22 to 28, 2010. Read more

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