Rainbow runners

The ‘happiest 5K on the planet’ is heading for the city. It’s taken as read that Abu Dhabi Week checked it out ahead of the green light… Red and yellow and pink and green, orange and purple and blue. You …

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Smiling for miles

Abu Dhabi residents Steven and Dee  Pontifex recently completed a mammoth walking challenge in aid of Operation Smile. Taking a much-needed rest, we sat down with the intrepid trekkers to find out more about their epic achievement. Firstly can you …

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Parisian unveiling for Louvre Abu Dhabi’s collection

In the first major display of its collection outside Abu Dhabi, more than 160 of the finest masterpieces from Louvre Abu Dhabi’s permanent collection are to be showcased in Paris. The exhibition will provide visitors to the famous Musée du …

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Hollywood’s high-octane hit gears up for capital filming

  Hollywood superstars will be screeching into the capital next month, as the Fast & Furious franchise will finally begin filming its seventh movie. Production was due to be commence on the next instalment of the long-running film series last …

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Home is where the art is

Abu Dhabi Week scrubs up with doctor and artist Elwin Buchel, as the South African canvas-surgeon put down his palette to give us an insight into his vigorous life Walking along the corridor of a sterile apartment block, we didn’t …

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Mum’s the word

Looking to celebrate the lady in your life? Check out a few of our favourite finds, for a truly special Mother’s Day this 21st March Pampering packages If your mum is a glamour gal, then check out some of these …

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More than Fair

We take a peek into the Holden family’s stunning villa. Mother-of-two Pamela showed us around… Where: Fairmont Villas What: Four ensuite bedrooms, tower room, maid’s room and driver’s room Who: Small to mid-sized families Amenities: Swimming pool, lift, access to …

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International Food Festival @ Gems American Academy Abu Dhabi

Staff, parents and students joined together to enjoy the third International Food Festival at the Academy’s Khalifa A premises recently. At least 37 countries were featured, all from within the school’s community, with performances representing Palestine, South Korea, Sri Lanka, …

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Cultural Extravaganza @ Al Raha International School

STUDENTS AND parents of Al Raha International School went on a ‘trip around the world’ at their annual international day. The colourful event featured ethnic dances, a traditional costume procession and musical performances. Looks like lots and lots of fun …

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Valentine’s Day @ Marina Mall Abu Dhabi

RESIDENTS AND visitors were seeing red at Marina Mall during a special Valentine’s Day exhibition earlier this month. Held in honour of the ‘day of love’, guests picked up gifts and treats for their ‘significant others’ while being serenaded with …

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