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“Garage Sale for a Cause”Turning Sad Faces...Smile Again!

“Our Goal is to serve 80,000 school meals to underprivileged children in Philippines”

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Typhoon Bopha/Pablo in the Philippines has devastated the lives of many. To help the victims, Holiday Inn - Dubai “Loves You Campaign” took an initiative by setting up a garage sale and raised AED 5,014.00

The sale had items ranging from clothes to household,  items donated by the associates as a gesture of benevolence to humanity.
 

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The backdrop of this campaign, the Hadith (sayings) of Prophet Mohammed (PBUH) ‘Life isn’t worth living unless it’s lived for someone else’, has enabled to inculcate in our employees an ethos of giving and an awareness of the suffering of the less fortunate.

 

 

During the event , *HILUC Mascot was introduced and the audience ,who has proudly posed for a picture,  knowing that every picture taken will generate a donation to provide a school meal for a child in Philippines.  “ It takes only one dirham to provide a school meal to a Child in need”

The efforts were in support of World Food Programme to assist victims who are still struggling to rebuild their lives and send their children to school.

 

Roxana Jaffer our Resident Director said, “By the end of the night people didn’t just leave with the items they have bought but also with a satisfaction that for every 1 dirham they have spent they are helping out someone”.

 

*HILUC: Holiday Inn - Dubai “Loves You Campaign”

THE ROYAL BUDHA GETS INNOVATIVE

Keeping up with technology in today's world is always a challenge, especially those who are do not like to brave the status quo or take innovation in their stride.

The Royal Budha, the award winning restaurant -  Best Fine Dining Restaurant, Middle East and North Africa (MENA) 2013: The Royal Budha - Silver Award - currently rated as number 335 out of 5377 restaurants in Dubai by Trip Advisor  is indeed Best Thai restaurant in Dubai and believes in keeping up with innovation.

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The Royal Budha is launching its e-menus, so guests can navigate the offerings from its Traditional Thai cuisine of mouthwatering starters, entree and desserts at the table or whilst waiting at the Bar.

You will be able to directly  select from the images of each dish of the Thai cuisine and order from the e-menu as time saving exercise.

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Remember there will still be the same level of interaction of our friendly staff  who will be versed with the learning of the unique specially designed features.

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The e-menu will advise on  details  and ingredients of the delectable dishes  and have a video presentation of the chefs preparations.

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Guest will be able to assess the level of spice each dish has and since all dishes are prepared to order, spices can be added to the guests preference.

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Reviews are very important as it provides a learning in how to better our service and offerings. We look forward to your reviews on the E-Menu at the end of your visit, if you so wish. so that Tripadvisor can rate us. Of course we would love your images that you may take so we can post them on our specially designed album on Instagram.

Just so that we  know, YOU our guests are comfortable with the new method of ordering of the menu, we invite your comments on tripadvisor, facebook ,twitter and Pinterest pages.

For every like on our facebook page, we will ask you to fill up your details and avail a 20% discount of the menu (Food Only)

“Ramadan Kareem! Embracing Ramadan this July with remarkable offers @ Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha”

July Promotions at Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha
Capitalizing on its array of restaurants, the Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha has designed an extensive package of dining to ensure there is something for every taste.

Daily Iftar Buffet
Event: Holy month of Ramadan
Brief Description: Every Iftar meal @ The Gem Garden will feed 4 hungry children for a day” Supporting World Food Programme.
Time: From sunset till 9pm
Price: AED 120/- net per person – Special Rates for Group Bookings /10 & above
Venue: The Gem Garden, Lobby Level

Daily À la carte Sohour
Event: Holy month of Ramadan
Brief Description: Oriental a la carte menu
Time: From 12 midnight till 4 am
Venue: Al Sarab – In a traditional Ramadan ambience

Daily Sohour Set Menu
Event: Holy month of Ramadan
Brief Description: Oriental set menu
Time: From 12 midnight till 4 am
Price: AED 85/- net per person
Venue: The Gem Garden and Room Service, Lobby Level

Sports event @ The Q
Event: Sports Events of the month
Grand Prix of Germany July 14
Grand Prix of Hungary July 28
Wimbledon finals July 1st to 7th
Opening  Hours: 8:00pm to 2:00am (During Ramadan)
Venue: The Q, lobby level

Dolphin Bar at Rooftop
Brief Description: Rooftop Bar (No alcohol service)
Opening Hours: 9am to 6pm
Venue: Dolphin Bar, Rooftop

Xennya Terrace at Rooftop
Brief Description: Rooftop Terrace (No alcohol service)
Xennya on a higher level. This rooftop terrace overlooks Dubai’s mesmerizing skyline
Make friends over amazing settings
Opening Hours: 6pm to 1am
Venue: Xennya Terrace, Rooftop

Sushi Night every Thursday at Lounge @ Barsha
Event: Sushi Night (No alcohol service)
Brief Description: Grab your selection of the freshest sushi and sashimi, Prepared live by our colourful chefs, from our hi-tech sushi belt. It’s fast and fun!
Time: 7pm to 11pm
Time: 7pm to 1am (During the month of Ramadan)
Price: AED 99/- net per person
Venue: Lounge@Barsha, Lobby Level

Thai Friday Brunch @ The Royal Budha
Daily: Dish of the week prepared by Chef Sanya who will be very pleased to prepare your favourites dishes too or you can simply take his recommendations from the A la carte menu.
Event: Thai Brunch (No alcohol service)
Brief Description: Specialty Thai, Creative cuisine delivered in a stylish setting under the watchful eye of a towering Budha makes this a royal treat. Situated on the ground floor, this contemporary Thai restaurant is the perfect blend of tradition and innovation.
Price: AED 115/- per person with soft beverages
Price: AED 195/- per person with house beverages
Time: 12pm – 3:30pm
Venue: The Royal Budha, Lobby Level

Saturday Street Food Night @ Gharana
During the holy month of Ramadan, no live entertainment
Daily: Chef Alam will be very pleased to prepare your favorite dishes.
Event: Street Food Nite
Brief Description: Finest Indian Street Food. An experience of the Indian subcontinent through the kaleidoscope of elements of familiar monuments and the culinary tastes of that region leads this restaurant to be labelled exotic with live entertainment.
Time: 7:00pm onwards
Price: AED 95/- net per person inclusive of soft beverages
Venue: Gharana, Lobby Level

To book call: +971 4 323 4333+971 4 323 4333

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Dubai Festivals and Events – Vital for Dubai Tourism

Tourism in Dubai is one of the major contributors to the overall development of Dubai’s economy. This city-state in the United Arab Emirates makes huge efforts towards keeping the city desirable for tourists so as to earn more revenue year on year through this source. And one of the main factors chipping in to the overall tourist attraction is the large variety of festivals and events that keep taking place month on month all around the year.

However, only adding occasions to the list is not important. The Dubai government along with the hospitality industry together ensure that all festivals are celebrated with a lot of pomp and show and prove to be an unforgettable experience for the visitors from within and outside Dubai.

Dubai festivals generally comprise of occasions, events and activities based upon shopping, sports, food, music, health and business. These events not only play a key role in upping the city’s potential to bring in more revenue from travel and tourism industry, but also provide residents and travellers with a chance to experience the feel of various international festivals with different cultures, which is also a significant attribute of Dubai. In fact, it would be appropriate to say that Dubai's festival industry has successfully transformed from merely entertainment to a crucial sector of the economy. 

Especially with the onset of the Dubai Shopping Festival in 1996 and Dubai Summer Surprises in 1998, Dubai started gaining the reputation of an international tourist destination. The DSF and DSS events worked as trailblazers for many more events that followed soon after. All these developments have been very well supported by the airline industry as well, such as the Emirates, thereby promoting Dubai as a favoured global destination. Air lines also launch special packages during various Dubai festivals in association with a multitude of travel and tourism agencies.

Tourists and travellers are often most attracted towards Dubai for its world class lavish hotels, trade centres, excellent infrastructure, skyscrapers, and the fascinating man-made beaches. Thanks to the endless efforts of the Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing that today Dubai has emerged as one of the most happening tourist destinations in the world with its unique events. 

Some of the most popular festivals and events held in Dubai are as below:

• Gulfood Exhibition in Dubai
• Dubai Shopping Festival
• Dubai Summer Surprises 
• Dubai International JazzFestival
• AEEDC Dubai
• World Discovery Fest in Dubai
• Arab Health Exhibition Dubai
• Intersec Middle East
• Arabplast in Dubai
• Dubai World Cup
• DIHAD
• Prophet Mohammed’s Birthday
• Dubai World Cup
• Bride Show Dubai
• Dubai Derma

New Chef Takes Charge At The Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha

Sandeep Kamal is the newly-appointed Executive Chef at Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha. An Indian national, Chef Sandeep has worked in the Arabian Gulf hospitality sector for 10 years , starting his career in the region as part of the pre-opening team of Grand Hyatt Dubai.

Holding a diploma in hotel management from a prestigious college in New Delhi, India, Sandeep served an internship at the Leela Kempinski, before moving on to spend three years with Taj Hotels as Chef de Partie at various locations throughout India.

Most recently he worked with the Carlson Rezidor Group launching food and beverage operations at the Park Inn Muscat as Executive Chef.

In his new role at Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha, Sandeep is responsible for a team of 51 members, eight food and beverage outlets and six meeting rooms with a capacity of up to 400 people, as well as outside catering services.

A senior member of the Emirates Culinary Guild, and founding member of the Oman Chefs’ Guild and Oman Food and Beverage Guild, he has received several awards for his restaurant concepts, according to the General Manager of Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha, JS Anand.

“Sandeep is a very welcome addition to our team,” Mr. Anand said.  “Under his direction, we look forward to expanding our culinary menus and enhancing the reputation of the hotel as a dining destination with unique food and beverage concepts to suit a wide range of tastes.”

Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha supports vulnerable school children through world food programme

As part of its 'Holiday Inn Loves You Campaign', Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha Hotel made a donation to the UN World Food Programme (WFP) to provide 100,000 school meals to children in the Middle East.

The CEO of Holiday Inn Dubai - Al Barsha Ms. Roxana Jaffer presented the funds to WFP Head of Partnerships & Business Development for the Middle East, North Africa and Central Asia & Eastern Europe, Mr. Ashraf Hamouda.

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Bringing Up a Child with Special Needs

Parenting a child with special needs is a special task for parents, essentially a challenging one!! The unusual level of energy, fortitude and emotional balance that one has to maintain when raising a special child is tough task, often accompanied by medical appointments, therapies and special education. As much as the child struggles to learn something new, the parents have to put in that extra effort to hand-hold their child to make them successful.

There are many help centres set up by affected parents nowadays to assist other parents in a relatively smooth upbringing for their special children. For instance, Carolina Tovar, an American expatriate living in Dubai quit her career as a lawyer to set up the Child Early Intervention Medical Centre (CEIMC) at Dubai Healthcare City (DHCC), after her son Rafael was diagnosed with autism as a toddler. The medical centre offers guidance and help to distressed families, having an Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD).

Apart from the basic challenges that parents have to face in making their children learn to read, write and behave properly, a major concern that all of them have is regarding the future family life and whether the child would be able to live independently as they grow older.

However, Arif Khan, a Pakistani expatriate in Dubai, feels fortunate in this case. His youngest son Rafay, now 24 years old, was diagnosed with Down Syndrome as an infant. Still enrolled with the Al Noor Training Centre for Children with Special Needs for learning basic arithmetic and vocational activities, Rafay now also has a job to go to. He is doing an internship in the laundry section of the Holiday Inn Dubai – Al Barsha where he works three times a week.

The most amazing part is that he is mostly independent now and has learnt how to operate gadgets like computer, cell phone and television. The family is very happy at this achievement as they see a tremendously improved and excited Rafay going to work every morning.