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In the latest update for Abu Dhabi’s green list for travel, the UAE capital has removed the United Kingdom from the list, meaning quarantine is now required.The green list was implemented by the UAE capital just before Christmas in order to encourage safe travel. Those travelling from countries on the green list are allowed into Abu Dhabi with no quarantine time, provided they have a negative COVID-19 PCR test result.While the UK was removed from the green list, alongside Tajikistan, one country was added – Malta, which is now open for UAE travellers.For countries not on the green list, a period of self-isolation for 10 days is currently in place.The updated green listCurrently, 28 countries are on Abu Dhabi’s green list.
Australia
Azerbaijan
Bhutan
Brunei
China
Cuba
Germany
Greenland
Hong Kong (SAR)
Iceland
Israel
Japan
Kyrgyzstan
Malta
Mauritius
Moldova
Morocco
New Zealand
Portugal
Russia
Saudi Arabia
Singapore
South Korea
Spain
Switzerland
Taiwan, Province of China
United States of America
Uzbekistan
At present, the UAE also remains on the UK’s red list meaning for residents and citizens, 14 days of quarantine is required in a hotel at the cost of the passenger.For the most up-t0-date news on Abu Dhabi’s green list visit the Visit Abu Dhabi website.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature Image: Visit Abu Dhabi More

Empowering and celebrating women in the region remains a vital message for Adidas as they reveal their partnership with the winners of Saudi Arabia’s first-ever women’s football league.As the official sponsors of Riyadh-based Challenge Football Team, this latest partnership stands in line with the brand’s long-standing mantra ‘Impossible Is Nothing’. Supporting regional and local sports communities, Adidas is set to engage women through sport by believing in sports power to change lives and rebellious optimism.By putting females at the forefront of sports conversation, Adidas aims to support Saudi Arabia’s efforts as part of its 2030 vision to empower and create opportunities for women within the region, with this partnership encouraging the next generation of football players in Saudi Arabia.When asked about the partnership with Adidas, Rawh Alarfaj, the Challenge Team Founder and CEO said, “We are honoured to be the first female football team to be sponsored by Adidas in Saudi Arabia. We’ve really seen the Challenge Football team gain momentum since the establishment of the first women’s football league in Saudi Arabia in 2020, and we hope to inspire girls and women in Saudi Arabia and beyond to pursue their passion.”Cultivating local talent within the Kingdom and across the sporting realm, Adidas will take front row seats as Saudi Arabia continues to break barriers for women, furthering optimism for the future of women in sport.Midfielder for the Challenge Football Team, Haneen Al-Amari, also shared her pride about the partnership with Adidas.“I joined the Challenge family in 2018 and I am honoured to be part of the team’s continuous achievements and ambition to succeed,” she said. “We’ve seen Challenge Football team gain momentum since the establishment of the first women’s football league in Saudi Arabia in 2020, and we hope to inspire girls and women in Saudi Arabia and beyond to pursue their passion.“Special thanks to Adidas for supporting our goals and believing in our vision.”To find out more about the partnership between Challenge Football Team and adidas, visit adidas.ae– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Supplied  More

With Abu Dhabi known as a haven for luxury travellers, there’s plenty of five-star properties in this capital for tourists or residents to unwind at, as the rooms will make you feel like royalty from the moment you enter.The UAE’s capital plays host to a plethora of recognisable names of five-star resorts including the St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Zaya Nurai Island Resort and many more.As lavish lodgings are at the epitome of hospitality in the UAE, Abu Dhabi has a concentration of 32 per cent of luxury hotels, with over 146 of them in this luxurious world-renowned capital, per The National.According to a research report by luxuryhotels.com, Abu Dhabi tops the list with the highest concentration of five-star hotels, followed by Shenzhen, China – 23.6%, Beijing, China – 22%, Shanghai, China – 22%, Zhuhai, China – 21.1%, Makkah, Saudi Arabia – 21%, Singapore, Guangzhou, China – 13.5%, Guilin, China – 12.4% and Vancouver Canada with 12.41% of five-star hotels.While Dubai doesn’t make the top 10, it does make it into the top 20 list, and is also home to a plethora of luxury hotels including the world’s only seven-star hotel, the Burj Al Arab.The data was compiled by taking data from Euromonitor’s top 100 city destinations report and using booking.com, to find out all the hotels each city has with a five-star ranking.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Zaya Nurai Island Resort More

Her Royal Highness Princess Salma bint Abdullah II was pictured last week deputising for His Majesty King Abdullah II at the inauguration of the Military Women’s Training Centre in Zarqa.The third child of the King of Jordan and Queen Rania, 20-year-old Princess Salma was representing her father, the Supreme Commander of the Jordan Armed Forces- Arab Army, on Monday.In an Instagram post from the Royal Hashemite Court’s page, Princess Salma was seen saluting entering the event which is established in cooperation with NATO.The caption reads, “Deputising for His Majesty King Abdullah II, the Supreme Commander of the #Jordan Armed Forces- Arab Army, Her Royal Highness Princess Salma bint Abdullah II inaugurates the Military Women’s Training Centre in Zarqa, established in cooperation with NATO.”In the post, Princess Salma is pictured within the nursery of the centre, which provides care for the children of the centre’s female personnel.Last year, the Princess made history by becoming the first Jordanian female to complete preliminary pilot training on fixed-wing aircraft, earning her wings and being presented them in a ceremony at Amman’s Al Husseiniya Palace, by her father, in January 2020.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Instagram @rhcjo More

Nestled in Dubai’s iconic man-made structure at The Palm, Waldorf Astoria is the perfect haven for that luxurious weekend escape with your loved ones to unwind from the bustling city life.With a combination of family-friendly fun and a wealth of world-class facilities at this idyllic property, you’re sure to have a rejuvenating experience with dedicated hospitality that is sure to transport you to a different part of the world.As you take in the skyline sea view of Dubai from your room, the area offers marble designed washrooms with a walk-in closet and showers with a space that compliments the hotel’s features as amenities such as a comfortable seating area, work desk, walk-in closet and spacious balconies are also offered for the guests.For the ultimate weekend getaway, Emirates Woman has curated a guide of all the diverse range of activities and facilities that Waldorf Astoria has to offer with a tailor-made space made for your family or loved ones.Indulge in a luxurious spa experienceThe award-winning spa at Waldorf Astoria offers a unique experience with an unforgettable journey through locally inspired rituals by a team of experts. From thermal relaxation rooms to traditional practices incorporates through each service, guests can experience the 12 treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms, ice fountain, water flotation lounges, whirlpool hot tubs and showers as they relieve their stress from a hard week and give a day of wellness to themselves. With a plethora of massage therapies offered under one roof, guests can choose from an exotic range of treatments including the healing stone massage, de-stress candle massage by Neom, Golden body by Omorovicza and many more.Experience the outdoorsWith two temperature-controlled swimming pools at the venue, open from 7am until 7pm, guests can lay back on the cosy beach beds, as they experience the soft white sands of the hotel’s 200m private beach facilities, which are on the sunniest part of the Palm. With a host of outdoor recreational activities on board from tennis to parasailing, the property will ensure you have more than enough for the ultimate adrenaline-fueled weekend, especially as the little ones can be left at the Coco’s Kids Club, where they’ll be supervised to enjoy some time to yourself.The cuisineSocial by Heinz BeckFeaturing cuisine from the world-renowned 3-Michelin star Chef Heinz Beck, social offers a laid-back contemporary environment with an artistic interpretation of the modern kitchen through highly evocative dishes that make it an ideal setting for everyday dining and special celebrations. Every Saturday, the restaurant allows guests to experience the true Italian touch with an infusion of the timeless tradition of dining from its origins, where good food and company is enjoyed at the table. From Burrata’s with fresh cherry tomatoes to risotto with zucchini prawns and calamari, there’s a selection of delectable delights that guests can choose from with the menu starting from Dhs350 per person for the family-style menu with soft drinks.LAOWith delicious Vietnamese flavours at the helm of this unforgettable dining experience, guests can relish authentic Asian home-style cooking with authentic spices, sauces and cooking techniques with traditional dishes from across southeast Asia in a vibrant atmosphere, with both indoor and alfresco seating, overlooking the picturesque views of Dubai. From Tom Yum Goong to steamed seabass, a mouth-watering menu of Asian classics is offered with a modern twist for guests to keep coming back for more.If you’re looking to refresh with an elegant evening of handcrafted cocktails made especially for you, the Serafina bar offers a Venetian experience with live entertainment exuding an era of luxe charm. For a delightful evening resplendent of afternoon teas or freshly baked pastries, the Peacock Alley offers a classic Dubai high society experience as you indulge in an exquisite selection of delights.While being committed to ensuring that all guests have a safe and enjoyable experience, from check-in to check-out, face masks must be worn at all times within the property with all the social distancing measures that need to be adhered to.Located on the Crescent Rd, of The Palm Jumeirah, to make a reservation or for more information visit Hilton.com– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Supplied More

As the United Arab Emirates celebrates 50 years since the unification of the emirates, the nation has been looking back on how far things have progressed in the region in such a short period of time.A new TikTok video which has gone viral on the social media platform depicts this perfectly showcasing the drastic difference between what the UAE used to look like and what it does now.Showcasing archived videos from many years ago, many ancestors from the UAE living in the desert land of the nation.The clip then jumps to footage of the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the world’s tallest building, portraying just how far the nation has come.Aptly, the clip is captioned, “[The] definition of ‘we made it’.”
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Similarly, many people in the comments of the video – which has now received over x views – shared their pride in the UAE.“Our ancestors would be so proud of us,” one person said.“Crying – so proud of how far we have come,” another said.“All in less than 50 years,” one other highlighted.The year of the 50thEarlier this year, it was declared that the UAE would hold a year-long celebration, as declared by His Highness Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the UAE, to mark the nation’s 50th anniversary.Per WAM, the ‘Year of the 50th’ is set to start on April 6, 2021, and will officially end on March 31, 2022.“‘Year of the 50th’ represents a historic defining moment in our journey that started immediately after the declaration of the UAE’s union in 1971,” His Highness said. “It’s an acknowledgement of the resolute will and strong determination our Founding Fathers had while building up their nation.“It also comes in recognition of the sincere efforts made by our citizens for our nation to be what we are seeing today as one of the best growing and fastest developing countries in the world.”– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature Image: Unsplash  More

And just like that after 20 seasons and 14 years, Keeping Up With The Kardashians (KUWTK) has ended.The show that defined the genre that is reality television over the last decade where the Kardashian-Jenner family shared many significant moments – both good and bad – with millions of people has officially closed this chapter.However, ensuring she shared one last important aspect of her life with the audience, Kim Kardashian revealed exactly why she decided to end her nearly seven-year marriage to Kanye West.[embedded content]Kardashian candidly admitted on-camera, in scenes which were filmed back in October, that she had sought the help of a therapist who made her realise she was in an unhappy marriage.“I just want total happiness,” she admitted. “Obviously, I know complete bliss is not a full reality but if I can have it more the majority of the time, that’s all I want to do.”Reflecting on what she has managed to achieve over the last 14 years, Kardashian admitted that turning 40 was a wake-up call for her, particularly about West’s decision to move to the US state of Wyoming, where he purchased a ranch.“I never thought I was lonely, and I always thought that’s totally fine, I can just have my kids, my husband moves from state to state and I’m on this ride with him and I was OK with that,” she said.“And then after turning 40 this year I realised, no, I don’t want a husband that lives in a completely different state to me. I thought, ‘Oh my God, that’s when we’re getting along the best.’”Ultimately, she said she wanted someone who shared the same values as her.“I want someone that we have the same shows in common, I want someone that wants to work out with me,” she said.“Wherever that takes me I just want my pure happiness, so that’s what I’m working on: figuring out how to get there,” she added.Kanye West moves onCoinciding with the finale of KUWTK, reports emerged that West has started a new romance with Victoria’s Secret supermodel Irina Shayk.As West celebrated his 44th birthday, he and Shayk have been spotted together in France.Per PEOPLE, sources have said they stayed for three nights at the picturesque Villa La Coste, where they hung out together in New York City before travelling to France.Meanwhile, according to a report by E!, Kardashian isn’t phased by the romance between the pair, as long as it doesn’t impact their four children together – North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.The reality star even took to Instagram to wish West a happy birthday.“Happy Birthday, Love you for life!” she said, sharing a photo with their children.Separation reportsBack in January, E! News reported the pair – who first met back in 2002, but started dating in 2012 – had separated, but at the time Kardashian hadn’t officially filed for divorce.The beauty mogul and the rapper were effectively living separate lives and hadn’t “spent time together as a married couple in months” and only spent time together with their four children.The couple officially announced they were divorcing in February of this year.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Kim Kardashian West Instagram More

It appears following the announcement of his divorce from Kim Kardashian, Kanye West has started a new romance with Victoria’s Secret supermodel Irina Shayk.As West celebrated his 44th birthday, he and Shayk have been spotted together in France.Per PEOPLE, sources have said they stayed for three nights at the picturesque Villa La Coste, where they hung out together in New York City before travelling to France.Meanwhile, according to a report by E!, Kardashian isn’t phased by the romance between the pair, as long as it doesn’t impact their four children together – North, Saint, Chicago and Psalm.The reality star even took to Instagram to wish West a happy birthday.“Happy Birthday, Love you for life!” she said, sharing a photo with their children.Separation reportsBack in January, E! News reported the pair – who first met back in 2002, but started dating in 2012 – had separated, but at the time Kardashian hadn’t officially filed for divorce.The beauty mogul and the rapper were effectively living separate lives and hadn’t “spent time together as a married couple in months” and only spent time together with their four children.Difficulties in 2020Last year was a particularly difficult year for West’s mental health. In the latter half of 2020, West began posting a series of erratic Twitter posts regarding personal matters, his family and more.Following this, there were various reports that the couple’s marriage was strained but Kardashian was determined to make it work.At the beginning of August, Kardashian took to Instagram to address the erratic behaviour her husband has been showing and also addressed his bipolar disorder.“As many of you know, Kanye has bipolar disorder,” she began. “Anyone who has this or has a loved one in their life who does, knows how incredibly complicated and painful it is to understand.”She continued to say, “I understand Kanye is subject to criticism because he is a public figure and his actions at times can cause strong opinions and emotions.”The 39-year-old went onto highlight how the loss of his mother has affected him, as well as struggling with mental health issues has put “pressure” on him.“Living with bipolar disorder does not diminish or invalidate his dreams and his creative ideas, no matter how big or unobtainable they may feel to some,” she said. “That is part of his genius and as we have all witnessed, many of his big dreams have come true.”She asked that everyone give “grace” to the individuals, including her husband, who are struggling with mental issues, and also asked for “compassion and empathy” during this trying time.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Kim Kardashian West Instagram More