The Dubai Expat Diaries

Rihanna’s first gig in Dubai, originally scheduled for May 28, has been cancelled after all. She has been quoted as saying “it’s just not the right time for her”. It seems she is to keen to perform in this region but at a later date.

US pop star Rihanna has scheduled her big comeback concert since the Chris Brown controversy with a performance in Dubai. It is going to be held on May 28 but no other details about the concert are out yet. 

Barasti is back with it’s extremely popular “Barasti on Tour” promotion…this time it’s free Summer getaways for a lucky bunch that gets to hit the most famous beaches around the world. More info below: THIS SUMMER WE’RE HITTING THE WORLDS COOLEST BEACHES: OVER THE NEXT 3 MONTHS, SOL INVITES 4 PEOPLE – TWO WINNERS AND [...]

Dubai’s first budget airline, flydubai was launched yesterday and will start off with flights to Beirut and Amman from June 1. The carrier will take off from its base at Terminal 2 of the Dubai International Airport. 

Prepaid iPhones are now available in Dubai. According to Emirates Business 24/7, Etisalast has announced the launch of  iPhone 3G for prepaid customers:   The iPhone 3G 8GB device will be available in black colour for Dh3,121, while the 16GB device will be available in both white and black colours for Dh3,570, said a press [...]

One of the largest and most prestigious bridal exhibitions in the region, the Bride Show 2009 is returning to Dubai from 8 – 11 April 2008.

Recession got you down? Hunting for a job? Then these tips should be just what the doctor ordered. The YoungHotelier.com and Hot Hoteliers team sit down with Craig Cochran and Alex Rawson from Movenpick for a healthy dose of real-world wisdom.  The first video offers some great advice on hunting for a job during the [...]