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Aman Group announces Janu Dubai in DIFC, anticipated to open in 2027. The visionary hospitality group recently unveiled plans for Aman Dubai which will be set in a prime location directly on Jumeirah Beach. This announcement follows the successful launch in March 2024 of Janu’s inaugural property, Janu Tokyo, which made an indelible mark as the city’s newest luxury destination, captivating guests with the energetic spirit of its dining scene and landmark wellness centre, setting a new standard in hospitality. Janu Dubai, located in the business heart of Dubai International Financial District (DIFC), will sit in a key position close to world-class retail, restaurants, entertainment venues, and in close proximity to Downtown Dubai. It will offer sweeping views across the skyline towards the Burj Khalifa on one side and garden views on the other. A leading Pritzker Prize-winning architecture practice, Herzog & de Meuron has been appointed as the building’s architect, with plans to make the property the first of its kind in the UAE by embracing a connection to nature through expansive outdoor terraces and balconies with abundant planting and gardens. Janu Dubai is owned by Alia Developments, an investment vehicle backed by local and international investors. It will be led by H&H Development, a leading real estate developer with a proven track record in the UAE. H&H Development will serve as both a shareholder of the project and the development manager. Pioneering a new direction in luxury hospitality, Janu – derived from the Sanskrit word for ‘soul’ – is a hotel brand designed for a new era of restorative travel, enriching lives through transformative experiences, which celebrate genuine human interaction, playful expression, and social wellness. Janu Dubai will …

Rove Hotels announced that it’s bringing its exciting residential concept, Rove Home, to Dubai, signifying an important step in the brand’s journey. The project features 348 fully-furnished studios, one and two-bedroom apartments designed to embody Rove’s unique look and feel, as well as an impressive list of amenities to keep residents engaged from dusk to dawn. Its first project in the city, Rove Home Downtown is located within the Burj Khalifa District and merges Rove’s vibrant spirit with an enviable location and a playlist of amenities to create a unique living proposition at the heart of Dubai. Rove Home’s debut in the city represents a significant milestone for the brand, with further growth planned in the coming years. Rove Home Downtown represents a significant milestone for the Rove brand, solidifying its stance in the residential property market and showcasing its commitment to offering practical, convenient, and comfortable living experiences. The project will offer thoughtfully designed fully-furnished studios, 1, and 2-bedroom apartments featuring contemporary finishes and state-of-the-art smart home features. Key consultants on the project include architect Archcorp, landscape architect SCLA, interior design by Zebra, and art by Studio Feel to infuse this new development with the brand’s unique look and feel and create captivating living spaces that blend aesthetics with functionality. The building will feature one of the highest ratios of amenities to living space in the Downtown Dubai area, designed to keep residents engaged from dusk to dawn. Facilities will include an outdoor infinity pool and a lap pool, co-working spaces, basketball and padel courts, a jogging track, a Rove café, a rooftop deck with stunning views of the Burj Khalifa and more! Rove Home Downtown will be situated …

In the heart of Dubai’s bustling financial district, Emirates launched a new City Check in and Travel Store, enabling customers to conveniently book travel, check-in for flights, drop luggage, shop for travel essentials, and save time at the airport. Located in the elite ICD Brookfield Place in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC), the state of art facility will be open from April 27. As part of Emirates’ continuous investment into enhancing customer experience, the City Check-in and Travel Store has a prime and premium location for busy professionals in Dubai’s finance hub and allows customers to drop their luggage as early as 24 hours and up to 4 hours before a flight, arriving at the airport at leisure. Customers can visit the space and check in anytime from 8:00am to 10:00pm daily, beginning their travel experience with seamless service via self check in kiosks, at dedicated desks with Emirates agents, or with the help of the world’s first ever check in robot assistant – Sara. Sara is an innovative portable robotic check-in system, who can match faces with scanned passports, check passengers in, and guide them to the luggage drop area. With an eye-catching 2.5 metre LCD screen showing the latest destination content from Emirates, and more screens showing an interactive touchscreen map, the City Check-in and Travel Store is a stylish and spacious contemporary space which offers the opportunity to book tickets, browse travel merchandise, drop luggage, and check in – with paid valet parking and self-parking ensuring an elevated, hassle-free check in experience for Emirates passengers. Visitors can also get expert advice and offers on trending destinations, while dedicated travel consultants can assist with purchasing tickets for future …

DIFC has launched Winter Vibes at Gate Avenue, inviting the DIFC and wider Dubai community to enjoy winter nights from the heart of the DIFC. An outdoor activation featuring weekly music, movie and comedy nights, the series of month-long events further cements the Centre’s position as a one-stop entertainment destination for Dubai’s arts and culture enthusiasts. Running from December 10, 2020 to January 8, 2021, Winter Vibes will be held in Gate Avenue, Promenade level, Zone A. A seasonal celebration of live music and al-fresco dining, Jazz Garden gives guests a chance to enjoy live performances by some of the world’s best jazz artists every Thursday and Friday from December 10 2020 to 8 January 2021. Tickets can be purchased in advance on Platinum List for AED 180. This amount is redeemable at an array of delectable food and drink at Gate Avenue’s restaurants and culinary institutions, providing a culturally exquisite and enjoyable evening under the stars. On Thursday 17 and Friday 18 December 2020, music enthusiasts can prepare to be enchanted by the beats of Roy Young. Ronald Baker will take the stage the following weekend on Thursday 24 and Friday 25 December 2020 for the greatest Jazz and Blues Christmas experience. Monique Thomas, a multi-faceted singer that blends jazz, soul, gospel and pop, performs live on New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day on Thursday 31 December 2020 and Friday 1 January 2021. Finally, Fabi Medina will close the Jazz Garden on a high on the January 7-8, 2021, bringing a new flavour to vocal jazz with a pinch of pop and a touch of soul. Doors open at 7PM and the event ends at 11:30PM. DIFC’s Gate …

The UAE’s first premium-experience travel website Musafir.com inaugurated a new flagship branch at Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). With a specific focus on the corporate travel segment, the new branch located in the heart of Dubai’s financial district is expected to increase Musafir.com’s corporate travel bookings by 35 per cent over a period of next six months. With the recently upgraded online corporate tool that helps organisations manage their employees travel with ease, Musafir.com expects to see tremendous growth in their corporate clientele.  This follows 60 per cent growth in Musafir.com’s corporate travel bookings since January 2015. The new Musafir.com store was inaugurated by Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdullah Al Thani, Chairman of the Department of Statistics and Community Development and Co-founder of Musafir.com, in the presence of Sachin Gadoya, Managing Director and Co-founder of Musafir.com, and Saleh Al Akrabi, CEO of DIFC. The inauguration marks the 12th store opening for Musafir.com in the UAE – one of six new store openings lined up before the end of 2016 –and represents a key milestone in the travel provider’s ambitious regional expansion strategy.

Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts will open a property in the Middle East’s leading gateway for capital and investment, Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). Forming part of a mixed-use residential, retail and office-space development, Waldorf Astoria DIFC will feature 247 guest rooms, as well as a range of upscale dining options, spa and wellness facilities. Significant events space will include a grand ballroom and a further four meeting rooms, designed for social occasions and corporate events. Waldorf Astoria DIFC is expected to begin welcoming guests in autumn 2017, and will offer travellers timeless luxury and exceptional experiences in this bustling area of Dubai. The hotel will join a prestigious portfolio of 25 Waldorf Astoria properties operating in diverse global destinations such as Amsterdam, Beijing and New York. “Sound fundamentals underpin our luxury story in the Middle East, where we have seen exceptional growth in locations tailored for both leisure and business travellers,” said Carlos Khneisser, Vice President of Development, Middle East and North Africa for Hilton Worldwide. “I have long admired the role DIFC plays in the world of international investment, benefitting from its east meets west location and world-class trading framework. As an iconic luxury brand originating from New York, another centre of global finance, I am delighted that we will welcome Waldorf Astoria to this international hub.”