Abu Dhabi Duty Free says it is providing passengers with a “fantastic shopping experience this summer season with an unprecedented number of promotions, retail exclusives and culinary treats.”
Offers include spend and win promotions across all shops throughout the airport, with cash vouchers being given away. Sharaf DG and Pure Gold are also introducing special products and deals for the summer months.
In addition to the existing international range available at AUH, the Benefit Cosmetics has launched its pop-up store at Abu Dhabi Duty Free. Anyone making a purchase at Duty Free will be offered a special gift such as free engraving of perfume bottles.
Abu Dhabi Duty Free has also launched its dedicated website to enable travelers to browse and shop online from wherever they are, prior to their arrival at the airport.
The online store, which initially offers around 1,000 products varying from beauty, fragrances, food and confectionery, to jewelry, sunglasses, watches, souvenirs, and toys, will allow passengers to select their desired items online and pick them up from designated collection points inside Abu Dhabi Duty Free.
Online orders can be made between two weeks and up to four hours before a flight.
Travelers can visit the new Souk area at Terminal 3, which sells a range of local handicrafts and edible treats.
During the summer season, passengers will be able to experience some Arabian entertainment with oud players, henna artists and sougha weavers demonstrating their talents.
There is also good news for sports fans this peak season with lounges and F&B outlets across both terminals set to screen the 2016 Summer Olympics live from Rio de Janeiro.
“Our aim is to elevate the airport experience to the next level by offering our guests irresistible shopping deals and delectable F&B options,” said Daniel Cappell, acting CCO of Abu Dhabi Airports.
Abu Dhabi Duty Free highlights summer offers
Abu Dhabi Duty Free highlights summer offers
31st Dubai Shopping Festival kicks-off with star-studded concerts, unique experiences
The 31st edition of the Dubai Shopping Festival, the world’s longest-running annual retail celebration of its kind, launched with an unforgettable opening weekend, with dazzling live performances, shows and events.
Running until Jan. 11, the DSF extravaganza is transforming Dubai into a vibrant hub of unbeatable shopping deals, and immersive entertainment, drawing millions of visitors to experience the city’s unmatched blend of retail innovation, culture, and global flair.
Kicking off the festivities in spectacular style, the opening weekend saw high-energy concerts, captivating family entertainment, and cutting-edge visual displays, which set the tone for a 38-day season of wonder, excitement and family entertainment.
e& DSF Nights
Adding style and glamor to the weekend, international icon Nora Fatehi dazzled audiences at e& DSF Nights, the daily celebrations that will be held at Dubai Festival City Mall. Famed for her high-energy dance performances and infectious rhythms, Fatehi’s live show wowed fans on Dec. 6, at the mall’s scenic Festival Bay. The venue showcased stunning fireworks complementing an evening of cultural vibrancy and celebration.
As part of the broader e& DSF Nights series, the event featured interactive zones, waterfront attractions, and free public installations, creating an inclusive and unforgettable experience for all ages.
Hatta mountain experiences
DSF will also feature an exciting and immersive mountain experience at Hatta Wadi Hub for the second year in a row, featuring Candlelight Concerts by Fever, Dinner in the Sky, and the Roxy Dome Cinema.
Candlelight Concerts by Fever
Experience a magical outdoor candlelight concert series for all to enjoy with incredible music from Vivaldi to Coldplay against the stunning backdrop of the Hatta mountains. Tickets are on sale for 70 dirhams ($28). Kids eight years and below are welcome to join the children’s concert taking place on Dec. 13 for free.
Dinner in the Sky
This elevated experience will debut at the Hatta mountains for a scenic meal in the clouds like no other. Perched 50 meters above ground, experience a stunning dinner for 300 dirhams.
Breathtaking shows
Elevating the spectacle further, DSF will unveil its new Drone and Pyro Show, a mesmerizing technological marvel featuring more than 1,000 drones, including 100 pyro drones, across two nightly displays. Fusing art and innovation, these breathtaking shows will illuminate the city skyline with color and creativity, symbolizing Dubai’s visionary and future-forward spirit. A Dubai-inspired soundtrack by legendary composer Hans Zimmer will be used for the drone display, where thousands of synchronized drones will dance through the night sky, transforming the city skyline into a cinematic symphony of light and sound.
Tickets for e& DSF Nights are now available to purchase via Platinumlist.net. Fans are urged to secure their seats early before they sell out. Two additional A-list concerts at Coca-Cola Arena and e& DSF Nights will soon be announced, adding to the festival’s star-studded entertainment lineup.
