A six-day cinematic extravaganza commenced on Sunday evening with the opening of the fifth edition of Sharjah International Children’s Film Festival (SICFF 2017) at the Al Jawaher Reception & Convention Centre. Inaugurated by Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, President and Director of Sharjah Art Foundation and organised by FUNN – Sharjah Media Arts for Youth and […]

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Expo Centre Sharjah today announced the success of the MidEast Watch and Jewellery Show, which attracted 61,456 visitors for its 43rd edition. The exhibition concluded on October 7 at the Centre, with notable local and international participation. Expo Centre Sharjah confirmed that the exhibition, which was held with the support of the Sharjah Chamber of […]

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In another ambitious move to increase Sharjah’s depth and reach of foreign investment, some of the emirate’s most influential economic drivers met with trade delegates, officials and businesspeople from Hong Kong recently, to present the unique opportunities and incentives which make Sharjah one of the most attractive investment destinations in the region. Sharjah FDI Office […]

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In keeping with the rising number of visitors and tourists, City Sightseeing Sharjah, launched by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) in collaboration with City Sightseeing Worldwide, has unveiled an increased service and announced new timings of its tours during the winter season. Starting from October, the company will organize daily tours from 9am […]

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Power-packed Eid celebrations are set to unfold at one of Sharjah’s most popular family entertainment destinations, Al Qasba. This will be the first time that Blossom, Bubbles and Buttercup from Cartoon Network’s all-time favourite animation series, the Powerpuff Girls, will be in town to make Eid festivities extra special for visitors, especially the youngsters. Throughout […]

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The ongoing Sharjah Summer Campaign organized by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) continues to offer a wide range of prizes, discounts and special shopping mall events to provide a unique experience for residents and visitors alike. The campaign aims to promote Sharjah as a leading regional and international summer destination in line […]

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Flag Island, a premier tourist destination in Sharjah and one ofthe UAE’s most iconic national landmarks, has announced that it is opening registration to enter the ‘Duathlon’ running and cycling race, in cooperation with the Sharjah Triathlon Team, The event, which takes place on Friday, 25 Augustat 5:45am, is open to everyone aged 16 years […]

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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has unveiled a brand new international all-day-dining restaurant ‘Côté Jardin’. Inspired from the French countryside, the outlet’s concept has been defined around French Savoir vivre – modern with traditional mosaic. Elaborating on the design, Haytham Aziz, General Manager of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said, “The sea or the mountain is the […]

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The ‘Vantage Point Sharjah 5’ exhibition was recently launched at the Sharjah Art Foundation’s Gallery 1 & 2 as part of the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority’s ongoing ‘Sharjah Summer’ campaign. It is being participated in by 62 amateur and professional photographers from the UAE and across the region. This edition of the Sharjah […]

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With the temperature now hitting the high forties, Al Qasba’s extensive cool facilities are proving a popular draw for families wanting to make the most of the long hot summer. Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, with its numerous canal flanked dining and refreshment establishments and array of first-class recreation facilities, is offering a […]

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As a part of the ongoing ‘Sharjah Summer’ campaign, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) has revealed the exciting new activities and promotions, including water-based and family oriented events, at the Al Majaz and Al Qasba Waterfront in Sharjah. This falls in line with “Sharjah Tourism Vision 2021”, which aims at positioning the emirate […]

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The Emirate of Sharjah’s vision to become one of the world’s leading summer destinations and a global hub for family-oriented leisure and tourism received a new boost with the active participation of the local tourism and hospitality industry in the first ever Sharjah Summer Campaign. The initiative aims to position the emirate as an ideal […]

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Residents and tourists in the UAE are set to enjoy the ultimate desert experience with an AED 15 million extension to the Al Badayer Oasis project. A premium leisure development form Sharjah Investment and development Authority (Shurooq), Al Badayer Oasis has announced an expansion to its under-construction facility, with the resort expected to pull in […]

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This summer, the Emirate of Sharjah offers fun for the whole family, and invites UAE and GCC residents to linger on and explore the city’s culture and heritage, with countless museums as well as with a host of activities, surprises and entertainment. Keeping in line with the Emirate’s vision, Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa […]

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Heart of Sharjah, the emirate’s crown jewel for heritage-based lifestyle attractions will be at the heart of a spectacular family summer extravaganza. For the next couple of months until 10 September, residents and tourists looking for value-added leisure need not look any further. Souq Al Shanasiyah, Heart of Sharjah’s vibrant old Souq, is at the […]

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Al Qasba has just announced its programme for the next couple of months, with high quality indoor entertainment on offer for when the mercury hits the top spot. Families wanting to make the most of the UAE’s long hot summer with an array of premium activities are set to be well catered for atSharjah’s popular […]

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On the sidelines of the Sharjah Summer campaign, which was launched by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA), Sharjah Museums Department organizes “Happy Holiday Camp” — a fun and exciting program where children can develop their skills and talents through entertaining and interactive creative activities. Kids of all ages are expected to have […]

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Signaling a groundbreaking achievement for the UAE and the Arab world, Sharjah has been crowned with the prestigious ‘World Book Capital’ title for 2019 by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO). The honour is a recognition of the emirate’s pioneering role in supporting and expanding the local and regional publishing industries, promoting reading […]

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Celebrate Eid with a sumptuous Golden Eid Brunch in the beautiful surroundings of Cote Jardin restaurant in Coral Beach Resort Sharjah. The special festive buffet will be available on the 2nd & 3rd day of Eid from 12:30pm to 4pm. As diners indulge in the finest Arabic and international specialties they stand a chance to […]

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  Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah’s premier family tourist and leisure destination, is adorned with the glow of lights and traditional decorations throughout Ramadan. This is to provide all members of community observing Ramadan and otherwise a spiritual atmosphere to practice self-reflection and cherish the company of their loved ones. Visitors to the venue have been […]

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Held under the patronage and in the presence of Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) and Chairperson of Sheraa, Sheraa hosted over 100 select entrepreneurs from across the United Arab Emirates for an exclusive Suhoor Night. The event was held in collaboration with the Emirati Entrepreneurs Association at […]

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In celebration of Ramadan, Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, is decorating its walkways with spectacular ornaments and oriental lighting and decorations, providing visitors with a spiritual environment to experience the special value of the holy month of Ramadan and spend lovely time with their families. Al Qasba’s restaurants and cafés will […]

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Al Majaz Waterfront, Sharjah’s premier family tourist and leisure destination, is gearing up for the holy month of Ramadan with activities and special offers at its brand restaurants and cafes, offering the best dishes from Arabic and international cuisines. The iconic outdoor destination and its walkways have been adorned with coloured lights, spectacular ornaments, lanterns […]

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The exciting world of cinematic stunts and special effects was brought closer to children and families on May 10th when FUNN hosted the Special Effects Event (SFX) in Expo Centre, Sharjah. As the first-of-its-kind activity to be held in the UAE, the interactive exhibition gave visitors an unrivalled opportunity to learn about the latest illusions […]

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Some of the most successful and experienced desert and safari motorsports competitors from across three continents rounded off the first ever Sharjah Sports Desert Festival 2017 (SSDF), at Al Badayer desert with a series of intense off-road battles to take the inaugural titles of Desert Heroes. In what organisers described as a great addition to […]

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Twenty enthusiastic Guides between 12 to 15 years of age recently set off on an adventurous wildlife hiking expedition to Sir Baniyas Island in Abu Dhabi, organised as part of the third edition of Sharjah Girl Guides’ (SGG) ‘Under the Moonlight’ sleepover camp. Held under the theme, ‘Discover the Wildlife of Sir Baniyas’, the two-day […]

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Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SCCI) has finalized its preparations to launch the new edition of the highly-anticipated Sharjah Spring Promotions. organized from 15 January – 11 February 2017. The promotions will be held in cooperation with an array of government entities and authorities and supported by shopping malls, supermarkets and specialized shops in […]

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Jazz and Indian classical music—two of the great musical idioms of the world—have a longstanding history of graceful collaboration. The beauty and unique melodic phrasing of Indian music have given percussionists, instrumentalists, and even vocalists new resources upon which they have drawn since Ravi Shankar singlehandedly popularised Indian music in the West. The fourth edition […]

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Visitors to Al Qasba are enjoying the build-up to this year’s UAE National Day with an array of special effects lighting to mark the occasion. The newly–installed lamps and projectors are creating a unique ambience at Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, with the illuminations a forerunner to a programme of traditional music and […]

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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) is preparing to welcome 200,000 Chinese visitors to the emirate of Sharjah by 2021, according to a statement. HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa Chairman of SCTDA, explained that China is major international source market for tourism and commerce. Hotels welcomed over 75,000 Chinese visitors during the first 3 […]

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The UAE’s first ever Indian Fest got underway yesterday (Wednesday) at Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure destination, with the opening of the inaugural festival to celebrate Indian culture and traditions enjoying a huge public turnout. Continuing until Saturday, Indian Fest is featuring a variety music, dances, art, entertainment and culinary offerings that showcase India’s vibrant […]

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Hotels and hotel apartments across the Emirate of Sharjah welcomed a combined 1,318,748 guests in the first nine months of 2016 (January to September). The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) released the statistics as it took part in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London on November 7-9, 2016. The Authority headed a […]

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Sharjah International Book Fair (SIBF) concluded on a record-breaking note on Saturday, with the 35th edition of the world’s third largest book fair the most successful to date. Titled ‘Read More,’ SIBF 2016 hosted more than 2.31 million visitors over its 11 days, with the footfall figures breaking all previous records established since its first […]

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Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, is gearing up to host the biggest Indian cultural extravaganza the emirate has ever seen. Al Qasba Indian Fest, scheduled to be held from 16 to 19 November, will be a four-day showcase of India’s vibrant culture and heritage. Featuring classical dances, music, arts and entertainment […]

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Mohammed Ahmed Al Murr, former Speaker of the Federal National Council inaugurated today the 6th annual edition of the Sharjah Stamps Exhibition 2016 – one of the most prominent cultural events hosted by Mega Mall, Sharjah’s leading shopping destination. The opening ceremony was attended by Abdullah Khoury, President of the Emirates Philatelic Association, Morhaf Kishi […]

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A rare example of the passenger aircraft that is synonymous with early jet air travel in the UAE made its final journey when it arrived in Sharjah this month. The front section of a Vickers VC10, fondly nicknamed ‘The Queen of the Skies’, recently arrived from the UK by boat before being driven through the […]

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The Sharjah Museum of Islamic Civilization today opened the doors to its brand new exhibition – a collection of rare and priceless Islammic artefacts dating back some 500 years. The exhibition was inaugurated by H.E Abdallah Al Owais, President of the Department of Culture and Information. The exhibition was attended by Manal Ataya, Director General […]

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Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier leisure, tourism and family destination, has recently launched the ‘Pink Art’ initiative, coinciding with the International Breast Cancer Awareness Month (BCAM) taking place until 31 October 2016. The event is aimed at helping educate local communities about the importance of early detection of breast cancer and taking preventative measures. As part […]

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The MidEast Watch & Jewellery show held recently at Expo Centre Sharjah witnessed during its 41st edition an unparalleled success on both international exhibitors and visitors’ level. Exhibitors of the show showcased the most prominent global brands in watchmaking and jewellery and the latest trends inspired by traditional and contemporary designs to offer the visitors […]

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The crucial role that SMEs play in the UAE economy was highlighted during a closing session of the first day of Sharjah Foreign Direct Investment Forum (Sharjah FDI Forum 2016), which concluded yesterday (Wednesday) at the Al Jawaher Reception and Convention Centre in Sharjah. ‘How important is global connectedness for SMEs?’ was the title of […]

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Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in collaboration with Department of Government Relations, hosted the New Zealand-UAE Business Roundtable, yesterday (Sunday) at the chamber’s headquarter. The meeting was aimed at presenting the investment opportunities in Sharjah to the New Zealand business community, boosting the trade exchange and strengthening the investment partnership between the Emirate and […]

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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) will showcase Sharjah’s diverse tourism offerings to a crucial segment of the global travel market as it participates for the fifth year in the FITUR International Tourism Trade Fair, one of the most specialised tourism industry exhibitions in the world, which will be held in the Spanish capital, […]

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Al Qasba, Sharjah’s premier tourist, leisure and family destination, will host a range of music concerts as part of the third Sharjah World Music Festival (SWMF 2016), taking place from January 7-12, 2016. The six-day music festival is organised by Furat Qaddouri Music Centre, and sponsored by the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq). The […]

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Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) announced its new smart services, most notably the ‘mClass’ smart hotel classification and the ‘Sharjah’ Mobile App in seven languages, to enhance the tourism experience in Sharjah as it began its active participation at the 35th edition of GITEX Technology Week 2015 in Dubai from October 18 to […]

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Kalimat, the Sharjah-based publishing house dedicated solely to publishing high quality Arabic children’s books, in collaboration with the UAE Board on Books for Young People (UAEBBY), recently celebrated “Hag Al Leila” with students of the Australian International School in Sharjah. The three-hour programme included a number of cultural activities for the night of Mid-Sha’ban, in […]

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Driven by the booming retail industry in the UAE, Mega Mall has launched a new promotional campaign, running from May 20th to August 20th, to reward lucky customers with a range of prizes including two brand new Porsches. The promotional campaign comes as the UAE retail sector witness’s record breaking spending. The growing consumer culture […]

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Bee’ah, the Sharjah Environment Co, the Middle East’s leading and award-winning fully integrated environmental and waste management company has received an award from the Middle East Solar Initiative Association (MESIA) recognising their commitment to renewable energy. Bee’ah has developed a solar power initiative as part of their renewable energy project which is the latest progress […]

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