Diwali celebrations in Dubai

Diwali, the Indian Festival of Light, is a celebration of the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil. Each year depending on the the cycle of the moon, the date of Diwali falls in either in October or November. During Diwali people light small clay lamps filled with oil to welcome Lakshmi (the Goddess of wealth and prosperity) into their homes.

Diwali is one of the most important festivals of the year in India marking the beginning of the Hindu New Year. Read more

Gold rallies again ahead of EU summit and Diwali

  Gold soared more than 3% on Tuesday and continues to climb in an electronic trading today, right now trading over $1720. Spot gold rose nearly 1 percent to its highest level in more than a month, as safe-haven demand returned on growing doubts over a resolution to the Euro zone debt crisis ahead of a key European Union summit later in the day.

The yellow metal usually rallies following periods in which gold timers are abnormally bearish – and vice versa. By the end of the last week, the average dropped to its lowest level in two and one-half years—minus 13%. That meant that the average gold timer was recommending that his clients allocate 13% of their gold portfolios to going short, which is an aggressive bet that gold will go lower. The last time the HGNSI was this low was in March 2009, when gold bullion was trading in the low $1400’s. Read more

ENBD Precious Metals Weekly Report

The Finance ministers of the Eurozone have recommended and agreed the next Tranche of 8 BLN Euros for Greece, subject to approval of the IMF. The summit of the Eurozone is expected to go into extra time until Wednesday, when they hope to finalize a common proposal. The European Financial Stability Facility (EFSF) is the bone of contention between France and Germany. These developments are widely covered in the media in Dubai and around the world. Read more

Celebrate Diwali at Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa

Arabian Courtyard Hotel & Spa invites all food lovers to celebrate Diwali, the Festival of Lights, at the award winning Indian restaurant Mumtaz Mahal where a special set menu has been created so guests and residents can enjoy and indulge in mouthwatering Indian specialities.

Chef Glen who is known for creating authentic and delectable Indian dishes has specially prepared a Diwali Set Menu for the occasion which is available for lunch (from 12 noon to 3pm) and dinner (from 7:30pm to 2 am) from 26th to 29th October. Relax while dining with live sitar during the early part of the evening and the live entertainers will spice up your dining experience at the later part of the evening. Read more

Diwali Delight at Coral Deira – Dubai

At the Coral Deira, Dubai, all plugs are being pulled out this Diwali to ensure that you do not miss out on the true taste of the Festival of Lights. Rasoi, the restaurant that has become synonymous with the real taste of what gets cooked in Indian kitchens, will be a hosting a special Diwali buffet so that you can relive all your gastronomic fantasies.

“Irresistibly priced at AED 99 per person (rate inclusive of 10% municipality fee & 10% service charge), diners will be able to enjoy signature dishes from north as well as south India,” said Mohammed Elkahla, General Manager, Coral Deira, Dubai. “Children below the age of 6 get to dine free, while those aged between 6 and 12 will be charged only 50% of the price!” Read more

Emirates offers Diwali special fares to India

Emirates has announced special fares to India celebrating Diwali, the festival of lights.

The special fares are valid for Economy Class and Business Class return tickets to all Emirates destinations within India. Fares are valid for outbound travel on or before the 20th October 2011.

Fares start from AED 1,240 to Chennai return in Economy Class and AED 3,030 to Chennai in Business Class. Read more

Mauritius Welcomes Eid Al Adha

The Mauritius Tourism Promotion Authority and all of the Mauritian people would like to wish you a blessed Eid Al Adha, and invite you and your families to celebrate the festivities of Eid on the Island.

Mauritius is proud of its multi-cultural and multi-religious population who live together in peace and harmony celebrating all religions, and Eid al Adha is no different. Read more

Go copper this Diwali

The festive season normally prompts the resurgence of the traditional look.

However, with fashion getting bolder and brighter the look this season will be funkier, more feminine and exuding a greater degree of sensuality, says designer Babita Malkani, who recently launched her Metallurgy collection and stirred fashion rage in all over from Mumbai to Dubai and New York. Read more

Manju Jalota to exhibit fashion collection for Diwali and Eid

Corp Executive Hotel Apartments – Al Barsha will play host to a beautiful exhibition of hand-embroidered material, dresses (kurtis and salwar kameez) and sarees designed by well-known fashion designer Manju Jalota from October 30 to November 1. On sale will be a range of exquisite haute couture creations as well as a gorgeous pret a porter collection. Expertly embroidered, each piece is unique.

Aamir Pervez, General Manager, Corp Executive Hotel Apartments, said, “Manju Jalota has played a pioneering role in the revival of traditional Indian chikankari craft placing it on international catwalks and we are truly proud to showcase her extraordinary work in Dubai. This gorgeous 3-day exhibition will give visitors an opportunity to discover the varied Indian fabrics and age-old embroidery and printing craft.” Read more

Exhibition of hand-embroidered collection by well-known fashion designer Manju Jalota

Corp Executive Hotel Apartments РAl Barsha will play host to a beautiful exhibition of hand-embroidered material, dresses (kurtis and salwar kameez) and sarees designed by well-known fashion designer Manju Jalota from October 30 to November 1. On sale will be a range of exquisite haute couture creations as well as a gorgeous pr̻t a porter collection. Expertly embroidered, each piece is unique.

Aamir Pervez, General Manager, Corp Executive Hotel Apartments, said, “Manju has played a pioneering role in the revival of traditional Indian chikankari craft placing it on international catwalks and we are truly proud to showcase her extraordinary work in Dubai. This gorgeous 3-day exhibition will give visitors an opportunity to discover the varied Indian fabrics and age-old embroidery and printing craft.” Read more

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