Cactus Jacks at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai Scoops a Silver at Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards

Cactus Jacks at the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai was named the winner of silver award in the Mexican category at the prestigious Middle East Hospitality Excellence Awards. Cactus Jacks triumphed over other restaurants in the running based on its outstanding quality of food, great value, atmosphere and service.

Expressing his delight, Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “It is wonderful to be recognised at this highly-anticipated annual industry event. What makes our win very special is that these are popular choice awards that give customers the opportunity to nominate and vote for the best restaurant.

It is not the first accolade for Cactus Jacks and we are very proud as it is one of the most popular Mexican restaurants in Dubai serving Latino comfort food and late night “fiestas”. The award-winning restaurant  is known for its famous frozen margaritas and mojitos; with delicious speciality fajitas, great theme nights, and live entertainment.

For bookings please call 04 702 8888 ForEmail: dining.mahd@millenniumhotels.com

For hotel marketing contact:
Sheryl Aquiatan
Assistant Marketing Manager
Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai
Mob: 00971 56 506 0983
Tel: 00971 4 702 8888
sheryl.aquiatan@millenniumhotels.com

For media contact:
Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
Tel: 00971 4 566 7355

Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa
Millennium Hotels and Resorts is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and operates over 130 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms and a portfolio of brands; including Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, Millennium Place, M Hotel, Copthorne, Kingsgate, Millennium Executive Apartments and Studio M, that serve different market segments, representing quality and value in every class.

Currently operating 35 hotels in the Middle East and Africa, the Group has an extensive expansion strategy in place, with 40 hotels in the pipeline. Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium Hotels and Resorts is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.

With the motto “More than Meets the Eye”, Millennium & Copthorne is committed to a customer-centric philosophy and complete guest satisfaction.
For more information, please visit www.millenniumhotels.com



Bollywood Actress Urvashi Rautela Shoots for Filmfare Magazine at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor Store in Dubai

The stunning Bollywood actress Urvashi Rautela was in Dubai recently for an exclusive photoshoot with Filmfare Middle East Magazine held at the 2XL Furniture & Home Décor store on Al Wasl Road in Jumeirah. The setting at 2XL was as glamorous and stylish as the concept of the pictures. Each product featured in the photographs had been carefully selected and reviewed to create the right mood.

Amit Yadav, Head of Marketing at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor, said, “We were delighted to welcome Urvashi Rautela, who is a popular Bollywood star, at our store and glad to partner with the Filmfare Middle East Magazine for the project. It also gave some of our customers an opportunity to see the actress pose live for the camera. As a leading luxury furniture brand, we cater to a wide mix of high-end buyers including celebrities.”

Urvashi Rautela had made her Bollywood debut with Singh Saab the Great in 2013 and subsequently appeared in several films such as Sanam Re, Great Grand Masti and Hate Story 4. She also has to her credit many top beauty titles andvideos.-ENDS-

For media contact:
Hina Bakht
Managing Director
EVOPS Marketing & PR
Mob: 00971 50 6975146
Tel: 00971 4 566 7355
Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com
www.evops-pr.com

About 2XL Furniture & Home Décor
UAE based 2XL Furniture & Home Décor is a retailer of luxury home furnishings since 2000.

The retailer currently has 9 showrooms across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah and Al Ain. The 2XL product range includes exclusive bedroom, living and dining room furniture as well as exquisitely crafted décor items, unique gifting ideas, plush rugs and gorgeous wall art, divine bed and bath linen, eye-catching tableware, and a fun, functional kitchenware range.

The 2XL range is very classic and French-inspired. Each retail item has been carefully chosen exclusively for 2XL and denotes a lifestyle that is regal, sophisticated and of a finer taste. We have something to suit every home setting – from ornate gold-plated bedroom settings to the more subdued Parisian hues of shabby chic, quirky contemporary inspirations to more ethnic Eastern-inspired décor ideas. 

For more information or to shop online please visit www.2xlme.com
Connect and tag us on @2xlfurniture
#2XLfurniture

UK Office of Rail & Road praises high efficiency of Dubai rail network

The UK Office of Rail and Road (ORR) commended the efficiency of the Dubai rail network comprising the metro and tram. The statement was made following the final annual review conducted by a team from ORR in 2018.

“Over the past ten years, the UK Office of Rail and Road has been working closely with Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) in establishing and streamlining the business of rail network in Dubai. Such efforts are based on advanced European models and standards tailored to the laws of Dubai,” said Nasser Hamad Bu Shehab, CEO of RTA’s Strategy and Corporate Governance.

“The ORR carries a periodic and objective review of the Dubai rail systems each year to ensure they are properly maintained in line with the world’s highest standards. In this regard Mr Ian Skinner, Assistant Chief Inspector, ORR, paid a visit to RTA to carry out the required annual review,” said Bu Shehab.

 
“There is a need for continuous improvements, and charting long-term plans based on a solid risks-driven methodology. Such a plan has to have the ability to cope with any challenges such as the provision of rail infrastructure to serve the speedy growth of Dubai transport systems, such as Route 2020. The plan has to include proactive asset management to ensure that they reach the maturity stage through time. This sustained development process will maintain Dubai’s standing as the ultimate benchmark of top practices for cities and countries of the region and the world over,” added Bu Shehab.

It is noteworthy that in 2008 RTA signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the UK ORR. It was the first MoU in the Middle East focused on the licensing and streamlining of rail networks for the safety of the general public, especially passengers.

Narayana Health uses data analytics and AI to provide affordable, high-quality healthcare

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“How much will the surgery cost?” This is one question that has haunted Dr. Devi Shetty, Founder and Chairman of Narayana Health since he began his practice in 1983. Even today, more than three decades and over 15,000 surgeries later, he dreads the question from his patients.

“As healthcare providers, it is important that we don’t lose sight of the person in the patient. A price-tag approach to human life is unfair not just to the patient but also to our abilities as doctors. There is something dramatically wrong in the way we currently deliver healthcare—cost is a bigger concern than the disease or its treatment. Something has to be done,” says the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan award winning cardiac surgeon.

To achieve his mission of making healthcare more accessible and affordable, Dr. Shetty founded the Narayana Health group of multi-specialty hospitals in Bengaluru in 2000 with the idea of providing affordable, high-quality healthcare. He started a model where patients were provided a fixed price quote for surgeries when they came to the hospital, rather than having to bear the uncertainty of the bill at the time of leaving the hospital.

Today, the Narayana Health group operates a wide network of hospitals across India. Through a combination of greenfield projects and acquisitions, the Narayana Health network has expanded to over 6,000 beds, 30 different specialties, and an international branch in the Cayman Islands. To keep the model sustainable, Narayana Health has implemented real-time data analytics and predictive insights across their operations running on Microsoft Azure, SQL Server and Power BI.

“Cost reduction and improvement in delivery of quality services can only happen through technology. I believe that digital interventions such as advanced analytics, machine learning and artificial intelligence are key to make healthcare safer, affordable, and accessible to the world’s population,” Dr. Shetty asserts.

In most industries, inefficiency leads to lower output, but for a hospital it can be a matter of life and death. To improve efficiencies across the board, the business analytics team at Narayana Health looked at how it could use the trove of data the hospitals generated. This included operational and financial data from every hospital, as well as clinical records of every surgery done by every doctor across the group, to unlock new insights.

“Earlier, every hospital would extract data from the databases manually and present it at the end of the month. We felt that we could leverage this data better to gain insights from a single place,” says Vivek Rajagopal, Head – Business Analytics and Vice President, Narayana Health.

Even though Narayana Health was an early adopter of the cloud, having moved their operations to Microsoft Azure as early as 2015, getting an analytics model in place was easier said than done, owing to the nascent stage of technology adoption in India’s healthcare industry.

“As we required a lot of customization and to keep costs low we started with developing a proof of concept ourselves with support from Microsoft,” Rajagopal adds.

The business analytics team started creating models that would first replicate the manual process of extracting data on SQL Server and Power BI. They interacted with end-users, which included Narayana Health’s management team, surgeons and other medical practitioners to understand their needs. They also collaborated with Microsoft to implement Power BI dashboards that could provide a unified view of important metrics to the management in real-time irrespective of whether they were on their laptop or smartphone.

“It took us about eight months to come up with a data warehouse architecture, automate the data flows, design meaningful KPIs & metrics, and build a comprehensive framework for analytics and decision making. Once that was ready, implementing Power BI to gain real-time insights was very easy!” Rajagopal exclaims.

a person holding a phone in their hands
Narayana Health collaborated with Microsoft to implement Power BI dashboards that could provide a unified view of important metrics to the management in real-time irrespective of whether they were on their laptop or smartphone

With this, the team was not only able to replicate the manual data collection process but was also able to give the management team real-time insights across all hospitals in the company. Apart from financial metrics from every hospital, the Power BI dashboards could throw up real-time data of more than 3,000 doctors across 30 comparable parameters. The implementation has brought about efficiencies, cost savings, and better patient care in ways the team had not even visualized at the beginning of the project.

Real-time decision making: One of the biggest challenges with the existing manual data collection process was that the management team could only get insights at regular intervals. Earlier tracking key financial metrics would involve the senior management reaching out to regional branches. Regional managers would then reach out to individual hospital managers. This hierarchical process could take as many as two to three weeks to complete.

With a centralized system and Power BI dashboards, the leadership team can now track financial metrics in real-time, rework projections instantaneously, and make more informed decisions within hours instead of days. With this, the Narayana Health group has experienced a 70 percent reduction in man-hours spent on reporting and a 50 percent reduction in time towards management reviews.

Predictive analytics for new hospitals: A key requirement of opening a new hospital is to get insights about not only the number of beds but also the healthcare needs of the population in its vicinity, to be able to hire the appropriate team. Armed with historical clinical and patient data, the management can now predict these parameters with more accuracy. The group has been able to standardize processes not just for launching new hospitals but also onboard those it acquires.

Managing nursing staff: A significant challenge for the healthcare industry is high attrition rates among the nursing staff. The team wondered whether data about the nursing staff’s workflow could unlock new insights to help bring down attrition rates. By integrating Power BI to monitor and analyze nurse hours daily, three hospitals within the Narayana Health network experienced an efficiency gain of 15 percent within a month.

“We thrive on granular analysis of data through interactive visualization for richer and faster decision-making. We can accurately forecast under or overstaffing in real-time. We can even predict patient volumes,” says Dr. Ashutosh Raghuvanshi, Group CEO, Managing Director and Vice Chairman, Narayana Health.

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After implementing Power BI at one lab, Narayana Health experienced a 60 percent improvement and close to 95 percent of lab tests were turned around in less than two hours

Making healthcare affordable for patients

The ability to visualize data from across the group opened new avenues to ensure patients get the best care possible at the most affordable prices. The team at Narayana Health is now unlocking insights from historic data as well as data generated in real-time to optimize costs from the perspective of both patients and business goals.

Faster lab turn-around times: One team looked at how they could minimize the visits a patient has to make to the hospital by ensuring they get their lab test reports on the same day. Using Power BI, they were able to compare the performance of different labs across the network and identify roadblocks as well as best practices. They implemented changes in the clinical processes at one of the units and noticed a 60 percent improvement and close to 95 percent of lab tests were turned around in less than two hours. In many cases, this meant that a patient could consult a doctor, get tests done, and get diagnosis done by the doctor on the same day.

Monitoring consumables and antibiotic use: A Power BI dashboard provides insights about the consumables used by doctors for different surgeries. Thanks to this, the management team has been able to establish an average of consumables used for any kind of surgery and can quickly identify trends and cases of even slightly higher usage, which can impact the cost incurred to the patient.

Another parameter monitored is the administration of antibiotics by doctors. This is an important aspect of patient care to ensure that the antibiotics usage is within the limits prescribed by the internal policy at the hospital, which in turn is aligned to WHO standard recommendations. With this, they can quickly identify any aberration and rectify it across the group.

Predicting blood requirement: Thanks to data being available in the system in real-time, hospitals are now able to predict blood requirements on any given day. This has led to optimal stocking and reducing wastage of blood, which is a critical and scarce component.

Reducing the time spent by patients in the ICU: Narayana Health runs one of the world’s busiest cardiac programs and the world’s largest pediatric cardiac care facility. A constant challenge at the organization is to optimize throughput to match the demand of patients with the limited manpower, assets, and capacity availableWith real-time analytics they can monitor patients in the ICU and are able to identify any outliers, who have a longer than average duration of stay for any given surgery. This also allows them to identify any bottlenecks and reduce the patient wait time and stay at the hospital.

Better prediction of surgery costs: All this data analysis eventually circles back to Narayana Health’s core mission of providing affordable, high-tech healthcare. Before the implementation of data analytics, the quotes were updated periodically. Now, they can formulate a very narrow band of the expected cost of a treatment, based on multi-year data of the relevant procedures and costs.

a person taking a photo of an x-ray
Narayana Health is currently testing AI to decipher X-Rays

Bringing AI to healthcare

Excited by the possibilities, Narayana Health is looking at new avenues to optimize its operations and augment patient care with technology. One of the ongoing projects being piloted internally is to use Artificial Intelligence to decipher X-Rays to point out any irregularities from a normal X-Ray, which would help doctors save time.

“Eighty percent of the world population has no access to reliable and affordable healthcare. My goal is to ensure that everyone on this planet has access to high-tech healthcare, with dignity,” concludes Dr. Shetty.

Start the New Year with savings through My Emirates Pass

Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, has announced the return of My Emirates Pass, an exclusive seasonal pass that turns an Emirates boarding pass into an exclusive membership package, allowing customers to take advantage of fantastic discounts and benefits in over 500 locations across the UAE.  Emirates’ customers now have more reasons to start off the New Year and explore Dubai’s many attractions.  

Emirates passengers travelling to and through Dubai from January 1 until March 31 2019 can benefit from My Emirates Pass privileges across participating retail and leisure outlets simply by presenting their boarding pass* and a valid form of identification.

Customers can take advantage of special offers across retail outlets and various leisure activities, including: up to 30 percent discount on spa treatments; up to 50 percent off on outdoor activities such as water sports and access to night golf courses; up to 50 percent discount on fine dining; and up to 30 percent off on popular shopping outlet stores. Customers can explore the many offerings available under My Emirates Pass by visiting emirates.com/myemiratespass.*

Mohammad Al Hashimi, Emirates’ Vice President, Commercial Products Dubai, said: “We are very pleased to announce the return of our signature Emirates Pass this winter, encouraging visitors to explore all corners of the UAE. Travellers coming into Dubai, whether for a short visit or a longer stay can now experience what this city has to offer for less, by taking advantage of special privileges across some of the best hotspots. With attractive discounts to over 500 locations – there’s something for everyone to splurge on this New Year.”

Dubai is an ideal holiday and stop-over destination, offering visitors world-class shopping, year-round sunshine and the finest restaurants. Visitors will be awed by the city’s eclectic, iconic landmarks, mesmerizing entertainment shows and adventurous outdoor parks. 

Emirates connects its passengers to more than 150 destinations, in 85 countries, across 6 continents via a seamless stopover in Dubai. Passengers travelling in all classes can enjoy up to 4,000 entertainment channels on ice, up to 20MB complementary Wi-Fi and regionally inspired cuisine prepared by award winning chefs. 

For more information on Emirates, including how to book flights and a complete list of terms and conditions, visit www.emirates.com, travel agent or through the local Emirates Sales Office.

*Local terms and conditions applyNadeen QablawiPublic Relations, Emirates

Celebrate the Festive Season with Babylon Warwick Hotel

Celebrate the season of joy with your loved ones at the Babylon Warwick Hotel and indulge in an array of festive treats with inventive menus and spectacular live entertainment that will truly turn your moments into memories. Mr. Emad Al Obeidi, General Manager of Babylon Warwick Hotel, said, “We look forward to welcoming our guests to experience a beautiful festive pageant filled with laughter and lasting memories all through the holiday season. No expense is being spared to make this year’s celebrations special. Whether you choose to party with Turkish Pop Star Salih Zulufoglu or enjoy an informal dinner by our relaxing pool and gardens, we will help you craft the perfect celebration.” New Year Party at GILGAMESH HALL (VIP BALLROOM) Join us with your loved ones to welcome the New Year with a sparkling celebration. Date: 31st December 2018 Time: Gates open at 9:00 PM Price: USD 100 per person Venue: Gilgamesh Hall (Vip Ballroom) Live Entertainment: By Turkish Pop Star Salih Zulufoglu Open Buffet: Iraqi & International dishes Kids below 6 years dine Free and those between 6-12 years pay 50% For Bookings Call: 077 2696 7967 / 075 0522 3333 Terms & Conditions Apply New Year Party at URUK HALL Step into the New Year with a spectacular party. Date: 31st December 2018 Time: Gates open at 9:00 PM Price: USD 100 per person Venue: Uruk Hall Live Entertainment: By Wilson Family Band & DJ Ziyad (Iraqi & Western songs) Open Buffet: Iraqi & International dishes Kids below 6 years dine Free and those between 6-12 years pay 50% For Bookings Call: 077 2696 7967 / 075 0522 3333 Terms & Conditions Apply Outdoor New Year Party Welcome the New Year with spectacular fireworks by the pool & gardens and enjoy a sumptuous evening of delicious culinary delights. Date: 31st December 2018 Time: 9:00 PM onwards Price: USD 60 per person Venue: By the Pool & Gardens Live Entertainment: By a DJ, Live Broadcast & Laser Lighting Set Menu: Selection of Mezze, mixed grills, fruits and dessert, hot & cold beverages Kids below 6 years dine Free and those between 6-12 years pay 50% For Bookings Call: 077 2696 7967 / 075 0522 3333 Terms & Conditions Apply New Year Accommodation Package Compliment your festive celebrations with a luxurious stay at Babylon Warwick Hotel and enjoy an unforgettable experience. Start the New Year with a lifetime of memories. Price: –        USD 185 Single / Double Deluxe room City View –        USD 220 Single / Double Superior room River View –        USD 320 Single / Double Junior Suite room River View Terms & Conditions Apply –        Validity: This offer is valid only for New Year duration on 30th Dec, 31st, Dec and 1st Jan including Brunch on 1st January 2019 –        In case of any extension, best available rate will be applied –        These rates are non-refundable and pre-payment required –        Free late check out till 16:00pm on 1st January 2019 For Bookings Call: 077 2696 7967 / 075 0522 3333 For more information and reservations please call +964 7 505 223 333, or email info.babylon@warwickhotels.com About Babylon Warwick Hotel Discover the luxurious Babylon Warwick Hotel in Baghdad. The beautiful 5-star property is conveniently located beside the green zone, next to the historic Tigris River and is only 30 minutes’ drive from the Baghdad International Airport. It offers shopping enthusiasts easy access to the souks and bazars of downtown Baghdad, whilst many of the cities’ top attractions are also only a short drive away. Babylon Warwick Hotel’s overall security profile has been enhanced with the presence of both the local police and contracted International Private Security Company to ensure not that only the hotel benefits from the additional security, but the area in general. The hotel boasts 279 newly refurbished guestrooms and suites equipped with the finest amenities with most offering panoramic views of the Tigris River or city vistas. Babylon Warwick Hotel is a tranquil retreat in the midst of the bustling city with a wide range of facilities. When it comes to recreation facilities guests are spoilt for choice with superb tennis courts, full-service Babylon Spa, temperature controlled in-door and outdoor Olympic sized swimming pools, well-equipped fitness center, kids’ play facilities and four exceptional dining venues. On site are also extensive business facilities including over 1300 sqm of flexible event spaces (choice of meeting rooms and a magnificent ballroom), executive lounge and business center. For more information visit https://warwickhotels.com/babylon-hotel/ For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com

Noor Bank Customers Win Big at 2XL Furniture & Home Decor

2XL Furniture & Home Décor and Noor Bank have announced the winner of the mega prize of their UAE National Day promotion that ran from 25th October to 2nd December 2018. During the period all 2XL shoppers using Noor Bank credit or debit card got a chance to enter a raffle draw to win fabulous prizes at the stores.  Every week, one lucky winner walked away with a gift voucher worth AED 5000. However, the luckiest among all was Mrs. Amna Ghanim Mohammed Binjesaim Alkhateri, who won the grand prize of AED 25,000. Mr. Amit Yadav, Head of Marketing at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor, said, “We are always looking for ways to enhance our customers’ experience and would like to congratulate all the winners. We were glad to partner with Noor Bank for this wonderful UAE National Day initiative to reward our clients and look forward to creating more such opportunities to surprise and delight them.” For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com About 2XL Furniture & Home Décor UAE based 2XL Furniture & Home Décor is a retailer of luxury home furnishings since 2000. The retailer currently has 9 showrooms across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah and Al Ain. The 2XL product range includes exclusive bedroom, living and dining room furniture as well as exquisitely crafted décor items, unique gifting ideas, plush rugs and gorgeous wall art, divine bed and bath linen, eye-catching tableware, and a fun, functional kitchenware range. The 2XL range is very classic and French-inspired. Each retail item has been carefully chosen exclusively for 2XL and denotes a lifestyle that is regal, sophisticated and of a finer taste. We have something to suit every home setting – from ornate gold-plated bedroom settings to the more subdued Parisian hues of shabby chic, quirky contemporary inspirations to more ethnic Eastern-inspired décor ideas. For more information or to shop online please visit www.2xlme.com Connect and tag us on @2xlfurniture #2XLfurniture

Celebrate the Start of the New Year at Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai with Exclusive ‘Break Night’ Offer for Hoteliers and Cabin Crew

To celebrate the start of the New Year, the Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai has launched an exclusive ‘Break Night’ promotion for Hoteliers and Cabin Crew. Begin the year with a sizzling New Year’s party at Cactus Jacks on 1stJanuary 2019 from 9pm to 3am. Enjoy a bublicious evening with a dazzling 40% of on house beverages accompanied by live entertainment with DJ and band.

Mr. Simon Moore, General Manager of Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai, said, “We are pleased to extend this exclusive promotion to our fellow hoteliers and crew members to make their New Year celebrations extra special. It is a great privilege to welcome them to our hotel on this wonderful occasion.”

Cactus Jacks is one of the most popular Latino restaurants in Dubai serving Latino comfort food and late night “fiestas” daily. The outlet is known for its famous frozen margaritas and mojitos; with delicious speciality fajitas, great theme nights, and live entertainment from the resident DJ from Tuesday to Sunday.

For bookings please call 04 702 8888 or Email: cactus.mahd@millenniumhotels.com

For hotel marketing contact: Sheryl Aquiatan Assistant Marketing Manager Millennium Airport Hotel Dubai Mob: 00971 56 506 0983 Tel: 00971 4 702 8888 sheryl.aquiatan@millenniumhotels.com 

For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com

Millennium Hotels and Resorts, Middle East and Africa Millennium Hotels and Resorts is a dynamic, global hotel company, which owns, asset manages and operates over 130 hotels worldwide. With almost 40,000 rooms and a portfolio of brands; including Biltmore, Grand Millennium, Millennium, Millennium Place, M Hotel, Copthorne, Kingsgate, Millennium Executive Apartments and Studio M, that serve different market segments, representing quality and value in every class.

Currently operating 35 hotels in the Middle East and Africa, the Group has an extensive expansion strategy in place, with 40 hotels in the pipeline. Each property in the region is unique, catering to the varying tastes and needs of the international business and leisure traveller but with a consistent promise to provide a first class service and a rewarding experience for guests. Millennium Hotels and Resorts is committed to differentiating itself by embracing the true spirit of diverse traditions, with a sincere respect to historical heritage and local culture.

With the motto “More than Meets the Eye”, Millennium & Copthorne is committed to a customer-centric philosophy and complete guest satisfaction.

For more information, please visit www.millenniumhotels.com

Baristas’ Corner at Royal Central Hotel The Palm Serves Up Chocolate Treats from Mirzam

Chocolate lovers have reason to rejoice. Creamy, crunchy, milk or dark; whatever your chocolate craving – Baristas’ Corner at the Royal Central Hotel has got it all from Mirzam Chocolate Makers.

Developed by Emirati entrepreneurs Mr. Abdulla Alabdulla, Partner and Co-Founder and Mr. Mohamed Hassan Alshamsi, Managing Partner and Co-Founder, Baristas’ Corner is a specialty coffee house. It offers a wide selection of refreshing and unique brews as well as chocolate treats that will make you swoon with delight.

In keeping with the festive spirit, this weekend Baristas’ Corner hosted a special evening for chocolate tasting in collaboration with Mirzam. It was certainly a dream proposition for chocoholics. The chocolates were presented in various forms and origins including pure chocolate pieces as well as a variety of hot chocolate drinks in different flavours.

Mr. Alshamsi, said, “Chocolate needs to be enjoyed and experienced and we were delighted to welcome our guests to sample the great range of products from Mirzam available at Baristas’ Corner. It gave people the opportunity to see, touch, hear, smell and taste their favourite flavours.”

Mr. Mohamed Hassan, General Manager of Royal Central Hotel The Palm, stated, “It can’t be Christmas without chocolates and hence all the reason to indulge. At Baristas’ Corner guests can find a superb selection of chocolate treats along with a wide array of the finest coffees.”

Follow Us on @RoyalCentralAE @BaristasCornerOfficial #CanalCentalAE #CentralHotels #BaristasCorner

About Central Hotels Central Hotels has very quickly established itself as a reputed hotel management group in the UAE with its flagship property First Central Hotel Suites located in Barsha Heights (TECOM) near Sheikh Zayed Road. Building up on this amazing success, the brand is now poised to expand its footprint targeting the UAE as the primary market for growth in addition to other lucrative destinations in the Middle East. The group has recently added to its portfolio spectacular new 5-star hotels such as Canal Central Business Bay and Royal Central The Palm followed by Central House Citywalk focused on millennials, Beach Central The Palm, Diamond Central – Business Bay, and Island Central in Dubai.

For more information visit www.central-hotels.com

About Royal Central Hotel The Palm The stunning Royal Central Hotel The Palm is a place where fantasy lives up to reality. The 5-star hotel features 207 elegantly-appointed rooms and suites, each beautifully designed to intuitively meet the needs of discerning travelers. Set in the iconic Palm Jumeirah, Royal Central Hotel offers an array of recreational activities from water sports to an outdoor infinity pool, state-of-the-art gym and health spa, along with exciting dining options. Guests have access to one of the best private beaches in the city while enjoying unhindered views of the world-famous architectural landmarks such as Atlantis The Palm and Burj Al Arab as they unwind and relax in a beautiful setting. It is also the best spot to watch the city’s spectacular fireworks. Book your stay at Royal Central Hotel via +971 4 873 9300.

For Media Contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR M: +971 50 6975146 | T: +971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com

Turn your Bedroom into a Dreamy Retreat with 2XL Furniture & Home

After a hectic day, all one needs is the bedroom. And when done right, they are hard to leave in the mornings. The bedroom collections including accessories at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor this season symbolize renewal and relaxation and will give you all the inspiration you need to decorate your private sanctuary. Amit Yadav, Head of Marketing at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor, said, “Whether you are planning to refresh your bedroom décor or setting up a new home, we have got a wide variety of items at 2XL, from statement furniture pieces to gorgeous accessories, to elevate your spaces.  With the right mix of elements, you can make your bedroom truly cozy and comfortable. What is important to remember is when bringing multiple design elements together, symmetry is the key. A neutral palette creates a calm and serene feeling and is hence a popular choice for bedrooms.”

Here’s what is on offer for bedroom accessories at 2XL Furniture & Home Décor: This metallic mirror can give a touch of glamour to any wall while creating a sense of subtle drama

Herbert Mirror Colour: Gold Material: Metal Price: AED 287 This beautiful soft blue lamp gives soothing vibes especially when paired with a white shade. Brass Table Lamp, dimensions:  38x38x62cm Material: Fabric, Ceramic Price: AED 244 You can’t go wrong with this petite chair – perfect for a cozy seating nook to relax at the end of the day or read your favourite book. White Fur Chair, HB1736 Material: Artificial Fur, Wood Price: AED 676 A black shelve can have a great impact when combined with white elements and other contrasting art objects. Metal Shelves, dimensions: 120x20x100cm Colour: Black Material: Metal Price: AED 629 Add a pop of gold and silver to jazz up the mood. Sequin Cushion Cover, Size: 45x45cm Colour: Silver & Gold Material: Polyester, Sequins Price: AED 59 Mixing vintage style with modern design adds character to a design scheme. This statement bedside table is a great space saver and keeps your room clutter free. Yonalita Bedside Table Colour: Ivory/Blue Material: Mahogany Price: AED 1,360 Whether your room is classic or quirky or somewhere in the middle this console will suit any style Pietro Console, Dimensions: 55x34x60cm Colour: Black Material: Iron Price: AED 737 For media contact: Hina Bakht Managing Director EVOPS Marketing & PR Mob: 00971 50 6975146 Tel: 00971 4 566 7355 Hina.bakht@evops-pr.com www.evops-pr.com About 2XL Furniture & Home Décor UAE based 2XL Furniture & Home Décor is a retailer of luxury home furnishings since 2000. The retailer currently has 9 showrooms across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Fujairah and Al Ain. The 2XL product range includes exclusive bedroom, living and dining room furniture as well as exquisitely crafted décor items, unique gifting ideas, plush rugs and gorgeous wall art, divine bed and bath linen, eye-catching tableware, and a fun, functional kitchenware range. The 2XL range is very classic and French-inspired. Each retail item has been carefully chosen exclusively for 2XL and denotes a lifestyle that is regal, sophisticated and of a finer taste. We have something to suit every home setting – from ornate gold-plated bedroom settings to the more subdued Parisian hues of shabby chic, quirky contemporary inspirations to more ethnic Eastern-inspired décor ideas. For more information or to shop online please visit www.2xlme.com Connect and tag us on @2xlfurniture #2XLfurniture