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Gulf Today
6 days ago
- Business
- Gulf Today
14.5% increase in total licensed capital of active business licences in H1: Ras Al Khaimah DED
A report issued by the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Ras Al Khaimah (RAK DED) revealed a 14.5% increase in the total licensed capital of active business licences registered with the department during the first half of 2025, reaching Dhs10.2 billion. The report also noted a 6% growth in the total number of active licences in the emirate compared to the same period last year. According to the report, industrial licences recorded the highest growth, increasing by 14.3%, followed by a 6% rise in professional licences, and a 5% growth in commercial licences. Amina Qahtan, Director of the Department of Commercial Affairs, stated that these results reflect the sustained economic momentum witnessed in the emirate. She attributed the positive performance to the support of the wise leadership and a series of facilitative measures that have enhanced business resilience and attracted investors. Qahtan highlighted that the number of new licences issued in the first half of 2025 increased by 17.6%, with industrial licences experiencing the highest surge at 111%. Commercial licences increased by 12.6%, while professional licences rose by around 20%. She added that the total licensed capital of new businesses climbed by 7.5%, reaching Dhs495 million, compared to Dhs460 million during the same period last year. The capital for professional licences alone grew by 40%, while capital associated with industrial licences multiplied by 6.7 times, reaching Dhs47.5 million. WAM
Time Out Dubai
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Travis Scott in Abu Dhabi: Ticket details, date, venue revealed
One of the most popular music stars in the world is coming to the UAE for a huge concert later this year. American rapper and hip-hop star Travis Scott is bringing his CIRCUS MAXIMUS WORLD TOUR to the UAE capital on Saturday November 15 at Etihad Park. The outdoor venue on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi is capable of holding up to 40,000 people, so expect it to be another massive live show coming to the UAE. Tickets start from Dhs495 for general admission. The global superstar has more than 100 charting songs to his name, including five number-one hits on the US Billboard Hot 100 chart, and 16 songs smashing past 100 million views on YouTube. Some of Travis Scott's biggest hits include the likes of The Scotts with Kid Cudi, Fein with Playboi Carti and 4×4. Promoted by Live Nation Middle East, in partnership with the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi and Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, the concert is part of a limited global run that only has six other dates confirmed worldwide. It starts on October 11 in Johannesburg, South Africa at FNB Stadium, before continuing in Delhi, India, Seoul, Korea, Sanya, Hainan, China, and Tokyo, Japan. So far, the North America, Europe, UK, Latin America, Australia, and New Zealand legs of Travis' tour have sold 1.7 million tickets, making it the highest-grossing rap tour in history. Travis Scott in Abu Dhabi tickets Tickets went live for the first time on Thursday July 17 at noon in the Live Nation Middle East pre-sale. After the pre-sale, you'll get another chance the following day at noon when tickets go on general sale. General admission: Dhs495 Golden circle: Dhs995 VIP Golden Circle B (Early entry package): Dhs1,805 From Dhs495. Sat Nov 15, Etihad Park, Yas Island. and Looking for things to do in Dubai? 112 amazing things to do in Dubai in 2025 Everything to tick off your Dubai bucket list The best Saturday brunches in Dubai to try this weekend (whatever your budget) You need to try these brunches at least once Here's how to eat at 12 expensive Dubai restaurants for less Yes, even at the Burj Al Arab
What's On
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
Big value family packages to book this summer - What's On
Looking to keep the whole fam entertained without blowing the budget? Whether you're planning a play packed day indoors or trying to escape the heat, these top value family bundles around Dubai have you covered. Wavehouse Strike it lucky with this fun filled offer at Atlantis' iconic entertainment hub. The Wavehouse family bundle includes a game of bowling, 2 adult meals, 2 kids meals, and 4 soft drinks, all set in a colourful, high-energy venue that the kids (and grown-ups) will love. Location: Wavehouse, Atlantis The Palm Time: Mon to Sun 12pm to 11pm Cost: Dhs495 for 4 available Monday to Thursday Contact: 04 426 2626 @wavehousedubai AYA Universe Take the family on an intergalactic adventure at AYA, WAFI City's mesmerising multimedia playground. With 12 different zones of fully immersive, Instagrammable fun, this family pass gives you entry for four into a vibrant digital world where reality bends and creativity takes flight. Location: AYA Universe, WAFI City Mall Time: Sun to Thurs 10am to 10pm, Fri & Sat 10am to 12am Cost: Dhs399 for 4, one day advance booking required Contact: 04 542 0300 @ayauniverse Ski Dubai Snow much fun! Beat the summer heat with a full day of icy adventures at Ski Dubai. The Summer Family Pass includes unlimited Snow Park rides, chairlift access, and one premium activity – choose from penguin encounters, ziplining, ski lessons or slope access. Bring a jacket and your sense of adventure. Location: Ski Dubai, Mall of the Emirates Time: Mon to Thurs 10am to 11pm, Fri 10am to 12am, Sat & Sun 9am to 12am Cost: Dhs1,300 for 4, ages 2+, advance booking recommended Contact: 04 409 4000 @skidxb Looking for fun indoor things to do this summer? Check out these 63 cool ideas to beat the heat. Images: Instagram > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
What's On
12-06-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
5 of the best restaurants in Dubai this weekend: June 13 to 15
Outside is cancelled until further notice because sun burn is not a cute look on anyone. And while the temperatures in Dubai continue to rise, so does the amazing amazing lineup – which makes these 5 of the best restaurants in Dubai worth leaving the house for. Save this list. Bussola A classic Italian brunch gets the golf-course treatment at Bussola's Jumeirah Golf Estates outpost with Brunchissimo , a Sunday afternoon session made for sharing. The spread starts with antipasti – think creamy burrata, oysters, cured meats and golden fritti – before moving into pizzas, pastas, and mains with plenty of choice. It all ends with a round of proper desserts, from tiramisu to chocolate cake. Offer: Dhs520 with bubbly; Dhs495 with house or soft drinks; Dhs150 for kids aged 5–11 Timings: Sundays from 1pm to 4pm Location: Bussola, Clubhouse Golf & Country Club, Jumeirah Golf Estates Contact: (0)4 586 7760. @ Burj Khalifa Late-night brunch just levelled up – 122 levels, to be exact. has introduced a new Friday-night session in its lounge, with skyline views with a line-up of music and proper vibes until late. The menu kicks off with uramaki sushi, short rib bao, beef sliders, fried calamari, smoked salmon, and mini viennoiserie. For mains, pick from truffle risotto, roasted baby chicken, or seabream à la plancha, with beef tartare also in the mix for those into raw. It all ends with a dessert line-up that includes chocolate mousse, crepes, and seasonal clafoutis. Offer: Dhs495 with soft drinks; Dhs795 with two house drinks; Dhs1,199 with one bottle of bubbles Timings: Fridays from 8.30pm to 11.30pm Location: Lounge, 122nd Floor, Burj Khalifa Contact: (0)4 888 3828. @atmospheredubai Ossiano, Atlantis The Palm At Ossiano – one of Dubai's oldest restaurants: 10+ years and still going strong – there's a six-course tasting menu that maps the Atlantic. Ossiano's Summer of Discovery runs until the end of August, spotlighting ingredients and inspirations from the ocean. Expect canapés like King Crab, oyster illusions, and otoro tartlets with Kristal caviar, followed by pea panna cotta with hazelnuts, pan con tomate with chutoro tuna, and cod poached in kombu oil with chimichurri and lime caviar. Langoustine with passionfruit jam and curry leaf keeps things tropical. For mains, choose between John Dory with citrus butter or wagyu grilled over binchotan charcoal. Dessert is a rich chocolate and almond sponge with ganache and mousse. Offer: Dhs1,150 for the Summer of Discovery tasting menu; wine pairing from Dhs600; non-alcoholic pairing Dhs250 Timings: Wednesday to Monday, from 6pm to 9.30pm, until August 31 Location: Ossiano, Atlantis The Palm Contact: (0)4 426 2626. @ossianodubai Scalini A seasonal pop-up that's all about the truffle. Scalini teams up with Casinetto and Umbria's San Pietro Pettine to host its Summer Truffle Market from June 14 to July 14. You can browse an edit of truffle-infused products – think honey, olive oil, salt, and whole black summer truffles – sourced straight from Italy. The experience kicks off on Saturday, June 14 with a live visit from San Pietro Pettine's Carlo Caporicci, who'll lead a pasta-making demo and host an intimate truffle-focused tasting menu. Expect hand-rolled tagliolini, pillowy ravioli, and generous shavings of summer truffle throughout. Offer: Summer Truffle Market with live demo and tasting menu on June 14; retail items available daily until July 14 Timings: June 14 to July 14, daily Location: Scalini Dubai, Restaurant Village, Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah Beach Contact: (0)4 439 0068. @scalinidubai Dhow & Anchor Dhow & Anchor just dropped the ultimate summer hangout: a fully air-conditioned tent on the upper terrace – yes, with killer views of Burj Al Arab. From June 15 to September 30, you can catch live sports, chill with a drink, and stay cool while still being outdoors(ish). The real star? Their Weekend Roast. Think slow-cooked beef, corn-fed chicken, honey-glazed lamb, or a veggie Impossible option – served with all the classic trimmings. Feeling sweet? Go for the dessert combo and get in on the sticky toffee pudding, apple crumble, banoffee, or chocolate mess situation. Offer: Dhs125 for just the roast, or Dhs165 with dessert Timings: Saturdays and Sundays, 12pm to 10pm Location: Upper terrace tent, Dhow & Anchor, Jumeirah Beach Hotel Contact: (0)4 432 3232.@dhowandanchor Images: Supplied/Instagram
What's On
29-05-2025
- Entertainment
- What's On
15 of the best new brunches to try in Dubai this summer
These new brunches in Dubai will keep you fed all summer… Brunching in Dubai is an art form. It's a discipline, a rite of passage, a core memory, a vital experience – you need to brunch here at least once, and what's better than new brunches in Dubai for that? Whether you're an avid bruncher or a newbie in this field, pick from this list of brand new brunches in Dubai. Here are 15 new brunches in Dubai to try this summer. Flying Elephant This hidden, Indian-inspired spot has a brand new party brunch – happening every Saturday from 12.30pm to 4pm, at Novotel Dubai Al Barsha. Think full blown, circus-party vibes, with drinking roulette stations, party props, and spontaneous surprises. A sharing style menu and inventive cocktails. Don't miss out. Offer: Dhs199 for the soft package, Dhs299 for the house package and Dhs399 for premium package Timings: Saturdays, 12.30pm to 4pm Location: Flying Elephant Mystical Mixology, Novotel Dubai Al Barsha Contact: (0) 54 996 3324 @ Antika Antika's legendary Oriental B runch is back. Launching Saturday, May 31 , at its new home inside 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central, the reimagined Antika Brunch brings together nostalgic Levantine flavours, theatrical entertainment, and unmistakable Saturday energy. Think live singers, belly dancers and dabkeh. Offer: Dhs320 for non-alcoholic, Dhs450 for arak and spirits, Dhs495 to add prosecco and beer Timings: Saturdays, 2pm to 6pm Location: Antika, 25Hours Hotel Dubai One Central Contact: ( 0) 50 735 9177 @antikadubai Tête-à-Tête Tête-à-Tête at FIVE LUX is launching the Bisou Bisou Brunch, brought to you by Secret Parties, the kings of new brunches in Dubai – your new Saturday indulgence with stunning sea views. Enjoy a decadent three-course brunch , free-flowing drinks, and vibrant entertainment, from live vocals to piano sets and dancers. The celebration continues at Paradiso Dubai with an official afterparty. Offer: Dhs350 for non-alcoholic, Dhs450 for house beverages, Dhs550 for bubbly Timings: Saturdays, 1pm to 4.30pm Location: Tête-à-Tête, Level 9, FIVE LUXE, JBR Contact: ( 0) 4 455 9989 @teteatetedubai Dragonfly The Metamorphosis Brunch is inspired by the dragonfly's symbolism of transformation. In collaboration with Chef Reif Othman, the four-course menu presents bold flavors with a contemporary twist, Asian-inspired cocktails, the resident DJ and signature animation dancers. Perfect for the weekend. Offer: Dhs345 for non-alcoholic, Dhs495 for cocktails, Dhs525 for wine and prosecco, Dhs695 for champagne Timings: Saturdays, 1pm to 4pm Location: Dragonfly, The Lana Promenade by Dorchester Collection Contact: ( 0) 4 834 8278 @ Soul Kitchen Big Bad Brunch is Soul Kitchen's bold new take on the Saturday brunch scene. Taking their Lebanese Latin fusion food to the next level, the spot will be doing brunch right with five different types of brunch packages, messy plates, flavour fusions and some ofthe best entertainment in town. Offer: Packages start at Dhs195, go up to Dhs495 Timings: Saturdays, 12pm to 5pm Location: Soul Kitchen, Business Bay Contact: ( 0) 4 836 0900 @soulkitchendxb Babylon Babylon invites guests to Disco Made Me Do It, a new high-energy nighttime brunch . This retro-inspired weekly event is an electrifying celebration of the greatest dance hits of the 80s and 90s featuring curated menus, show-stopping entertainment, and free-flowing drinks. Offer: Non-alcoholic for Dhs240, alcoholic for Dhs390, premium with signature cocktails at Dhs490 Timings: Tuesdays, from 8pm to 11.30pm Location: Babylon, DIFC Contact: ( 0) 4 352 7750 @babylondifc La Mezcaleria The weekend starts early at La Mezcaleria JBR, where a brand-new Thursday Night Brunch has officially launched, inviting guests to indulge in vibrant Latin flavours, flowing drinks, and unmatched beachfront energy. Sample Latin and Tex-Mex cuisine, amazing cocktails and insane views. Offer: Non-alcoholic for Dhs195, wine and prosecco for Dhs275, all in at Dhs345 Timings: Thursdays from 7pm to 1am Location: La Mezcaleria, The Pavilion at The Beach Contact: ( 0) 56 520 2020 @lamezcaleriajbr Lúnico Lúnico at J1 Beach is turning up the heat every Saturday with its new 'Brunch Ritmo' – a lively Spanish feast packed with bold flavours, endless drinks, and beachside beats. From tapas to short ribs and sangria to sunsets, it's a weekend celebration done the Spanish way. DJ sets, live percussion, and a sea-meets-sky terrace vibe make this the ultimate Saturday escape. Offer: Dhs350 (soft package), Dhs450 (alcohol package). Timings: Saturdays, brunch from 1pm to 4pm Location: Lúnico, J1 Beach South, Jumeirah, Dubai Contact: (0) 50 2776 503 @lunico_ae Kaimana Beach Kaimana Beach, the stylish boutique beachside escape at Dubai's J1 Beach, presents the new Saturday brunch experience 'Lost in Paradise' in collaboration with Candypants. Guests can enjoy an array of elevated Pan-Asian dishes and handcrafted cocktails while soaking up breathtaking beach views, live music, and an energetic vibe. Offer: Packages start from Dhs425 Timings: Saturdays from 1pm to 4.30pm Location: Kaimana Beach, J1 Beach, Dubai. Contact: (0) 4 243 3555 @kaimanabeachdubai Fogueira Restaurant & Lounge This spot at Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach has launched a Latin Nights Evening Brunch – a vibrant Friday night experience featuring Latin-inspired sharing plates, a live ceviche station, Brazilian and Argentinian cuts, plus a variety of Latin cocktails. The terrace comes alive with live music, dancers, and interactive games. Offer: Starting from Dhs300 Timings: Fridays, 7pm to 12am Location: Fogueira Restaurant & Lounge, Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach. Contact: (0) 50 189 6214 @ The Bay at Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai invites families and friends to experience the warmth of Italian Sundays with 'Domenica in Famiglia' – a soulful Sunday brunch at The Bay. Running until the end of July, this brunch brings the Mediterranean tradition of slow, shared meals to Dubai's beautiful beachside, featuring Italian classics. Offer: Dhs299 (soft beverages), Dhs399 (alcoholic), Dhs599 (Champagne package) Timings: Sundays, 1pm to 4pm, until end of July. Location: The Bay, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Dubai. Contact: (0) 4 317 2222 @mo_jumeira Punjab Grill
