Farhad Azizi, chief executive of Azizi Developments, said: “Retail spaces enhance our communities and are a lucrative investment that our research attributes to growing investor interest in strategically placed brick-and-mortar outlets.”

As many as 296 million riders have used public, shared transport and taxis in the first half of this year in Dubai. The number reflects a healthy 6.5 per cent growth rate from the figure recorded in the same period last year, which was 277 million riders.

Designed to reward loyal members of Marriot Bonvoy with insider access to the brand’s long-standing passion for music, the music festival series takes the experience off the fields and onto fabulous hotel grounds.

As the mercury peaks in Dubai this summer, the city’s establishments, ranging from malls to hotels, have lined up an array of unique leisure offerings that will help residents and tourists escape the sweltering temperatures.

The Dubai Roads & Transport Authority and Careem have announced the launch of a taxi e-hailing service under a joint venture.

With the crucial 16-week voting period entering its final weeks, World Spa Awards has recorded a surge in year-on-year votes, reflecting the awards programme’s reputation as the most trusted in the spa and wellness industry.