Author: Emirates Insight
French beach house-inspired Chou Chou is no longer taking reservationsJ1 Beach became the hottest spot in the city last November when it opened with a dozen new restaurants and beach clubs. But it looks like one of them – Chou Chou – has sadly closed its doors.While no official announcement has been made, the phone number is no longer in existence, social media is inactive, and reservations online are no longer available.A part members club, part beach club, this French-inspired spot was among the first to welcome guests at J1 Beach. It quickly rolled out a roster of weekly events to…
Posting on LinkedIn matters because it positions you as a thought leader, builds credibility, and strengthens your professional brand. With over a billion members globally, LinkedIn is the world’s largest professional networking platform, making it a powerful space to showcase expertise and share industry insights. Most LinkedIn users come from high-income households with significant spending power. By consistently posting valuable content, such as tips, trends, or case studies, you stay visible in your network’s feed, which helps attract opportunities for collaboration, partnerships, or new business. This is how I built a community of 40,000+ members across five continents:FUN FACT: Never…
The countdown to Christmas is officially on, and it’s the perfect time to start thinking about the big day and planning festive Christmas brunches in DubaiWhether you want a relaxed family lunch, a festive feast with many Christmas brunches to choose from, or enjoy a Christmas market, Dubai has plenty of options to make your celebration extra special. We’ve rounded up the best Christmas brunches across the city, so you can book early and avoid the last minute rush.Barfly by Buddha-BarCelebrate Christmas Day in style with Barfly’s festive three-course sharing set menu. Whether you choose the leisurely lunch or an…
As of September 16, three of Ethena Labs’ products were in the top 50. The platform’s native algorithmic stablecoin, USDe, trailed Hyperliquid (HYPE) in the top 20. At the same time, ENA is perched at 41st, flipping Bitget and Pepe. Even though ENA USD might be under pressure in the last week of trading, ENA crypto holders are upbeat and expect a sharp reversal in the coming days. On Coingecko, the ENA price is changing hands at around $0.70, down -15% in the past week of trading but relatively stable in the last 24 hours. Even with this dump, ENA…
Step into Mamluk history at Louvre Abu Dhabi with over 250 works of art and heritageLouvre Abu Dhabi presents Mamluks: Legacy of an Empire, a major exhibition developed in collaboration with the Musée du Louvre. It uncovers the story of the Mamluk Sultanate, one of the Islamic world’s most influential dynasties, whose rule spanned more than two and a half centuries.The exhibition brings together over 250 works, including calligraphy, textiles, metalwork, ceramics, manuscripts, and intricate arabesque designs. Each piece highlights the Mamluks not only as warriors but also as skilled craftsmen, diplomats, and key players in global trade. Their reign…
How the Jobseeker Visa helps you stay longer while hunting for jobs in DubaiFinding a job is a job in itself, and if you’re planning to move to Dubai for work, you’ll want the time and space to get it right. The UAE’s Jobseeker Visa gives you just that, up to 120 days in the country without a company sponsor, so you can explore, apply, interview, and figure out your next move while searching for jobs in Dubai, on your own terms.What is the Jobseeker Visa?Launched under the UAE Cabinet’s new visa rules, the jobseeker visa is for qualified professionals…
Is Bitcoin critic Peter Schiff finally going to be right for the first time in 16 years about Fed rate cuts? If you say the sky is falling until it happens, then you will say “See, I called it!!” just like Schiff. Schiff took to X (formerly Twitter) to argue that BTC may be “topping out” instead of preparing for a breakout. The Fed is about to make a major policy mistake by cutting interest rates into rising inflation. Gold and silver have broken out, with the rally finally confirmed by mining stocks leading the way. Yet instead of breaking…
Dubai and Abu Dhabi investors exhibit similarities and distinct investment patterns according to the latest research from trading and investing platform eToro. The survey of 1,000 UAE investors found that where the two converge most clearly is in their confidence in the UAE economy and its long-term growth outlook. George Naddaf, Managing Director at eToro (MENA), shares:“Although Dubai and Abu Dhabi investors take varied approaches to portfolio goals and values, eToro’s retail investor research indicates a shared confidence in the resilience of the UAE economy and the sectors underpinning its expansion. This confidence is further reinforced by the strong dividends…
Travelling from Dubai just got even better as Emirates announces new flights on popular routesWhether you are heading to London, Mauritius, Dublin or China, there will soon be extra daily services to choose from with Emirates airline.A fourth daily flight to London GatwickFrom Sunday February 8 2026, Emirates will introduce a fourth daily flight between Dubai and London Gatwick. The new service will leave Dubai at 5.05pm GST, landing in London at 8.50pm local time. For the return journey, the flight departs London Gatwick at 11.55pm local time and touches down in Dubai at 11am GST. This will be the…
More homes, fewer price jumps? UAE property prices could look very different soonBeen thinking about renting a new place? Or maybe buying, but the numbers just haven’t felt right? Good news is coming your way. UAE property prices are expected to cool down in 2026, as around 150,000 new homes hit the market.According to Moody’s, over 150,000 new homes are scheduled for delivery between 2025 and 2027, which may lead to “a modest price correction starting in 2026.” It’s not a crash, but it could mean more breathing room, especially if rent feels tight or you’ve been finding it tough…