Golf Stars Light Up Emirates Tee Party At Dubai Ladies Masters

Lucky golf fans who won competitions in publications in Dubai were today toasting the star players who helped get the Emirates Airline Tee Party swinging. For the second year, the Tee Party took place in the Emirates Chalet at the Omega Dubai Ladies’ Masters, running from 6th to 12th December at the Emirates Golf Club.

Major winner Laura Davies conducted a golf clinic for Emirates’ guests, shared technical tips and fielded questions on her life as one of the most accomplished players of her generation. Davies, who has been instrumental in the growth of women’s golf over the past quarter century, was delighted to get involved. She said: "It is great to meet ladies who are keen to develop their skills and I am always happy to share my enthusiasm for the game. The Omega Dubai Ladies’ Masters is a fantastic event and the Emirates Tee Party sounds like a lot of fun.”

The 30 ladies got a close-up look at Laura Davies’ skills, and had a day to remember at the Emirates Golf Club, starting in style with a chauffeur drive to the course. They were treated to a welcome beverage on arrival before heading to the driving range to watch Davies warm up for her first round of the Dhs 2.75million (500,000 Euros) tournament, which also features last year’s winner In-Kyung Kim (from South Korea), American sensation Michelle Wie and Australian pro Nikki Garrett, who is flying the flag for Emirates.

One of the participants in the Emirates Tee Party, Lisa Mackenzie said, “This morning’s golf clinic was a wonderful opportunity to pick up some useful tips from an experienced lady golfer.” Each winner got a chance to hit a few golf balls, and get some personal instruction from Laura Davies. After strolling around the magnificent Majlis course to see the players in action – the ladies were treated to a Timeless Spa treatment. And to round off the day, one lucky guest won Emirates hospitality passes to 2011 sports events, including Dubai Desert Classic (golf), Dubai World Cup (horse racing), Dubai World Championship (golf) and Emirates Airline Dubai Sevens (rugby).
 

Al Majid Motors Launches Kia Optima 2011 At Lavish Party At Atlantis The Palm, Dubai

Al Majid Motors Co. (Kia UAE) has launched the all new 2011 Kia Optima at a lavish party held at Atlantis the Palm, Dubai.

According to Marketing and Business Development Manager of Al Majid Motors Co. , Shehadeh Ahmad: “The all-new high performance Kia Optima has literally been transformed and now boasts a fresh new design that embodies a bold, athletic and sporty attitude combined with state-of-the-art engineering and technology. It’s these top notch features that inspired Al Majid Motors to launch this luxurious car at an equally-luxurious venue, Atlantis the Palm.”

Under the direction of Kia’s Chief Design Officer Peter Schreyer, the third generation Kia Optima – which made its public world premiere at the New York International Auto Show in April 2010 – is a high performance sporty sedan that offers more space for people and cargo, a unique exterior with a driver-oriented interior, down-sized but more efficient engines with six-speed transmissions, a new and longer wheelbase platform and high-tech options.

According to S.K Ahmad : “Our global design team has created a vehicle with distinctive dimensions and proportions that stand apart from everything else in its segment. Using an all-new platform and body, our latest state-of-the-art Optima moves our mid-size sedan product up to the next level in Kia’s design revolution.”

The new Optima will be available in four variants in the UAE; two in LX and two in EX transmissions.

The line-up of Kia’s new Optima models will be available with a choice of two Theta II gasoline engines (covering a 165 to180 ps power spread), and six-speed manual or automatic transmissions. Optima’s Theta engine line-up will comprise the 2.4-litre MPI multi-point injection unit and a 2.0-litre version, both from Kia’s Theta II family of gasoline engines.

EX Optima models will include dual-zone automatic climate-control air-conditioning, floor console mounted rear air vents (AT only), front fog lamps, an artificial leather centre console and armrests, keyless-entry with alarm system, leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever, outside mirror LED turn signal, automatic folding outside mirrors and steering wheel, audio remote controls, a 60/40 split folding rear seat backrest and auto light control.

A new rear-view camera has also been fitted to assist drivers while undertaking reversing manoeuvres. The camera uses a wide-angle lens to transmit images to an LCD display set within the interior rear view mirror. This system enables the driver to check the rear view and blind spot immediately behind the car simultaneously.

According to S.K Ahmed: “Kia is now the fourth largest auto-manufacturer in the world with market research indicating that Kia sales in the UAE are on the rise.”
 

Guest DJ From Paris Rock The Season’s Final Favela Chic Party; Tamanya Terrace, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City On Friday June 4

Paris based DJ Denize Rei accompanied by saxophonist Ghislaine will be rocking the final Favela Chic Party of this season at Tamanya Terrace, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City this Friday ( June 4).

DJ Denize Rei has over 20 years of experience in Jazz, Soul, Disco, Latin, Afro, Brasil, Rock, Hip Hop and House Records across countries and will be in Dubai for especially for this party.

“Denize has a unique personal style, fused with his solid musical background and he offers a thrilling combination of good tunes. His melody is a fine blend of floor fillers, club classics and dance shakers that bring the people on the dance-floor in no time,” said Adil Souate, the hotel’s F&B Manager.

He added that Denize’s band made up of musicians, vocalist and percussionist always deliver an astounding show.

The season’s closing Favela Chic Party happens on Friday June 4, 2010, at Tamanya Terrace. Doors open at 6pm, DJ starts at 9pm.

The open-air venue, Tamanya Terrace, has carved itself as a stylish hotspot offering some of the finest views across Dubai Marina, The Palm and the Arabian Gulf. Combined the views with rhythm and blues and it’s no wonder that Tamanya Terrace is known as the ‘party’ hot spot.
 

PUMA Takes Charity Vertical Marathon Involvement To New Heights With Party Elevator, Hollywood Star And Interactive Competition

PUMA – one of the world’s leading sportlifestyle companies – is set to create a real buzz this weekend through their involvement with the Dubai Vertical Marathon on Friday 28th May. In celebration of this charity event, PUMA will be hosting a number of fun events throughout the morning to help cheer on the participating athletes – who will all be running for charity.

Kitted out in PUMA t-shirts, the contestants will kick off the race at the foot of Emirates Towers at 8am – with registrations starting at 6:30am in the Godolphin Ballroom. From here they will scale the 350 metre high tower –1334 stairs and 52 floors. At the top – they will be met by the illuminated PUMA party elevator; complete with disco lights, pumping music and dancers – to bring them down to earth after their grueling physical challenge.

Serving as a ‘surprise mascot’ during the race will be a legendary world famous climber; best known for scaling the Empire State Building in several Hollywood movies. Runners will get the chance to pose with this Hollywood star- although don’t fear – you’ll be perfectly safe in his hands!

Finally, PUMA have organised an interactive competition whereby racers will get the opportunity to win a fantastic PUMA goodie bag by guessing the number of shoes placed strategically along the course. Another good reason to beat the clock…

Organised to raise money for Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF), the Vertical Marathon aims to get more than 200 participants in 2010. It is the 7th year that it has been held in the Emirate and this year, the Emirates Towers celebrate their 10th anniversary. Last year, the winning competitor managed the climb in eight minutes and 46 seconds. Overall, the event raised more than AED 160,000 (£29,486) for MSF.

PUMA are encouraging the people of the UAE to come and run, support, cheer and participate in this year’s exciting Vertical Marathon taking place on Friday 28th May – we’ll see you there.
 

Crowds Throng Dubai Mall For Final Shows Of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party

Hundreds of families showed up at Dubai Mall, a key sponsor of DSS, for the final two show of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party on July 22, marking the end to the one of the most successful DSS stage shows held this year. Children and parents evidently enjoyed the last shows as they danced, sang and had fun at the photo opportunity with Hello Kitty, Dear Daniel, My Melody, Minna No Tabo and Bad Badtz Maru.

Mohammed and Bader Al Juwaisri from Kuwait said, “We enjoy our travel to Dubai because of such kind of family entertainment. Our children like the fun atmosphere here. It is a truly wonderful experience for our whole family.”

The same sentiment was shared by David Baron, an American national, who attended the show with his kids Jordan and Whitney. He said, “This [Hello Kitty Jungle Party] is awesome. There should be more of such shows in Dubai. The children learn and have fun at the same time. The parents also enjoy their time with their kids. It’s a great celebration of family activities.”

Mine Reith, a British national who was spotted at the event with daughter Sher and friend Kris said, “Being here is a fantastic way of spending quality time with my child. Plus, we need more free shows as amazing as this one. It’s such a terrific activity that adds up to the excitement of our shopping experience.”

Children Throng Dubai Mall To Catch A Glimpse Of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party Show

Hello Kitty, the character loved by children all over the world, and her adorable friends are entertaining hundreds of children everyday in Dubai Mall as part of events during the ongoing DSS. Dubai Mall, a key sponsor of DSS 2009, will host the show till July 22nd.

With three shows on Thursdays and Fridays (5:30pm, 7:30pm, 9:30pm) and two shows from Saturday to Wednesday (6:15pm and 8:10pm), the exciting show is open to all Dubai Mall visitors for free. There are no shows on Tuesdays.

Staged for the first time in the Middle East during DSS 2007, fans can watch Hello kitty and her friends put on a magical musical show again this year with a spectacular combination of stage settings, light effects, and music to go with. The show cast includes Hello Kitty, Dear Daniel, My Melody, Minna No Tabo, and Bad Badtz Maru.

The Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party features Hello Kitty and her friends through a 25-minute performance composed of dances and stories. Trees and greenery add to a spectacular backdrop with characters wearing safari costumes to fit the whole idea of being in forests.