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He may be the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, but His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum truly is a family man at heart.His daughter, Her Highness Sheikha Latifa Bint Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Chairperson of Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), recently shared two photos of her son with Sheikh Mohammed doting on the young Mohammed bin Faisal Al Qassimi.Her Highness shared two photos of the toddler with his grandfather with her 1.1 million followers on Instagram.The first featured the young Mohammed bin Faisal giving his grandfather a small red flower. The second photo then showed Sheikh Mohammed kissing his grandson on the head with the flower in his right hand.“My heart is full,” Sheikha Latifa captioned the post on Instagram.Earlier this year, a series of other sweet photos were shared by Sheikha Latifa.Sheikh Mohammed was seen holding Sheikha Latifa’s newborn daughter, Shaika bint Faisal Al Qassimi also with her husband Sheikh Faisal Saud Khalid Al Qasimi and their three-year-old son.– For more about Dubai’s lifestyle, news and fashion scene follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram.Images: @latifamrm1 Instagram  More

April’s – ‘The Gratitude Issue’ – Download Now Bahraini entrepreneur and life coach Abeer Al Matooq helps people find true happiness which, in turn, supports finding gratitude in all aspects of life.Can you talk us through your career? I started working very early on in my life, first as summer jobs during which I continued throughout my high school and university careers. My career then “officially” began when I started my first job at a large multinational company. I was still doing this in tandem with my Bachelor’s degree in English Literature and Psychology.  From there, I progressed in my career where I was appointed Director of Human Resources and Administration in one of the government entities in Bahrain. From there, I decided to establish my own coaching consultancy firm where I now work with organisations as well as individuals to help align their daily actions with their end goals and results, helping them work from a space of clarity, focus and power.How to you help people find purpose in their lives?Most people don’t live their best lives because they do not know how to find it. In coaching, we call it the geography of happiness. However, if you don’t know what you’re looking for, how will you find it? This is where I come in to help people find their purpose. Purpose is what keeps you connected to your own core, which is the source of your true happiness and joy. There is a huge difference between what many people assume as happiness and what true happiness actually is.What are the benefits of life coaching?Life coaching gives you clarity, so you get to know who you are, what exactly you want, what are the feelings you are longing for, what makes you happy, what resonates with you and what brings you fulfillment and more meaning to your days. It can also help you create Life coaching can help you create peace with potential tragedies you have gone through and work through trauma to create a more balanced and fulfilled reality for yourself. If you feel like you’re at a standstill in your life, it can get you out of that so-called “rut” and it helps you take your power back and be the leader in your life and the writer of your own story. Overall, life coaching can help you balance your energy so you can enjoy the true essence of who you are. It also helps you manage your relationships better with confidence and true self-love.You’ve achieved so much throughout your career – what are you most proud of?I am most proud of the person I am today, my ability to see through challenges and work through it all while remaining the loving and joyous person I know myself to be. I actually love my ability to remain this grounded and balanced while moving forward constantly.Who would you say your mentors are in life?There are so many, so I cannot name them all, but I am truly grateful to each and every one of them. I was always blessed to have genuine people around me who took the role of my wise and loving mentors.What does it feel like being a woman in this region that is paving the way for others?I am blessed to be born in this day and age, and I’m so very grateful for all the women who came before me and opened doors that were previously closed. Today I do feel both grateful and responsible to be someone who eagerly drives change for other women to be able to speak their truth and be the best they want to be.What are your hopes for women in the future?Honestly, my hope is for us not to even take gender into it because to make this world a better place to live we need men and women to support each other. My view is that we all came here with a message, a purpose and a role in the orchestra of life. So, by working together harmoniously we will reach a beautiful balance.Can you outline the ways you give back to the Bahraini and wider GCC community?I was and still am engaged in a number of projects that support women in leadership or who aspire to be in leadership to unlock their potentials and learn about their unique strengths in order to put them into use and create better futures and careers. I also create a lot of content in this regard and share it on my social media platforms, website and more. I also have a best-selling book Be True To The Song In Your Heart, which was also then translated into Arabic so it could reach a wider audience.How do you want to inspire others?By helping people know themselves more, love themselves more and better understand and appreciate the difference each and every one person can make.What have been the largest hurdles launching throughout your career? For me personally, it was always striking a balance between life and workWhat have been the key milestones?I would consider leaving my safe job as an executive and launching my own business a milestone because from there my career and entire life took a turn and a new version of me was revealed. This version of myself is stronger and more focused and more loving, too.This is ‘The Gratitude Issue’ – how do you practice gratitude in your life?I do a lot of journaling and I regard it as a very important practice of mine, it helps me keep things in perspective especially during tough and challenging times. It helps me stay focused on what’s good, what’s bad and what’s working. I have a strong belief that there is good in every bad – we just have to be intelligent enough to see I and focus on it to have more of it. Gratitude is magic – I know so.April’s – ‘The Gratitude Issue’ – Download Now – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Photography by Ali Alriffai More

In the past year, it’s safe to say Netflix watching hours have skyrocketed. With that, it’s always interesting to see what’s trending on the streaming giant and what is most popular with avid users.Well, research company Comparitech has given us an insight into user habits on Netflix and revealed the most popular films country by country – including Saudi Arabia and the UAE.According to their data, Clueless was the most popular film out of the surveyed countries, ranking top in 10 nations, including Saudi Arabia. As Cher would say, “As if!”Mean Girls was also particularly popular, ranking top in six countries.However, interestingly for the UAE, the top ranking film on Netflix was a one-off. Baywatch starring Zach Efron and Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson only ranked top in the UAE.As for the most popular series in the UAE, Lucifer came out on top. And for Saudi Arabia it was cartoon Spongebob Squarepants.– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature Image: Unsplash, Images: Paramount Pictures More

While being titled as one of the most luxurious capitals in the world, Dubai is a hub to millions of visitors every year, some of which include celebrities.Emirates Woman has curated a list of A-list-approved hotels where popular faces from around the world have chosen to have a getaway.Atlantis, The PalmThis stunning entertainment resort is home to a unique set of suites, with luxurious dining facilities and thrilling attractions such as the waterpark, swimming with the dolphins and an entertainment arena for kids. This ocean-themed hotel has had many countless celebrities either visit or stay during their visit to Dubai. A-listers include the Kardashians who were in Dubai back in 2012. Khloe Kardashian even posted a picture of her underwater suite back in 2015 with other celebrities such as Robert De Niro, Lily Allen, Naomi Campbell, Michael Jordan and Lindsay Lohan.For more information visit atlantis.comBurj Al ArabDubai’s most iconic hotel is the epitome of luxury with its exceptional hospitality offerings and opulent interiors. With this dramatic helipad situated on top of the hotel, pro golfer Tiger Woods has previously teed off from it, while star tennis player Roger Federer has played the game on a makeshift court. Grammy Award-winning singer Justin Bieber has also previously stayed in the 7-star hotel, sharing a video of his lavish suite. Claudia Schiffer and Andy Murray have also previously stayed in the hotel.For more information visit Jumeirah.comSheraton Grand HotelThis hotel has popular guests visit it the past as they’ve come to explore the Caribbean Oasis – Miss Lily’s. From Rihanna to Bella Hadid, they’ve all paid at least one visit to this first international outpost located inside Dubai’s Sheraton Grand Hotel on Sheikh Zayed Road.For more information or to make a reservation visit misslilys.comAlso read: 8 restaurants where you’re likely to bump into someone famousJumeirah Zabeel SarayWhile embodying the extravagance of the Ottoman Empire’s Tulip era, this five-star luxury hotel consists of 379 rooms with picturesque ocean views and stunning interiors that are fit for a royal. Singer Nichole Scherzinger has stayed at this property for her shoot of the UK TV show The X Factor and Greece star John Travolta – who flew himself to Dubai in a plane and was a guest at the launch of Breitling’s emergency watch – also stayed at the Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. In addition, Tom Cruise filmed important scenes at the Dubai resort for the fourth installment of Mission Impossible.For more information visit Jumeirah.comOne & Only Royal MirageFamous YouTubers Zoe Sugg and Alfie Deyes have previously paid a visit the this beautifully laid out resort which works as a quiet getaway in the middle of the city. This Arabesque architecture showcases immaculate gardens, soothing fountains and luxurious domes, providing an escape from the bustling city life.For more information visit oneandonlyresorts.com– For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramFeature image: Instagram @burjalarab More

April’s – ‘The Gratitude Issue’ – Download Now An exceptional edit of the best spiritual retreats around the world.COMO Uma Paro, BhutanLocated in the Kingdom of Bhutan amongst the country’s mountains, COMO Uma Paro is a luxurious retreat where you’ll be able to reconnect with yourself incorporating a wide range of Ayurvedic treatments and yoga sessions throughout your stay. With just 29 rooms available at this exclusive retreat, their wellness experts are there to be hands-on with guests to help them rejuvenate the mind, body and soul.The HighlightCOMO Uma Paro’s ‘Himalayan Wellness Discovery’ programme offers a six-night itinerary for guests to be immersed in the full COMO Shambhala Experience. Yoga and meditation is led by the resort’s resident expert and a daily massage therapy is also included in the stay.Ananda in the Himalayas, IndiaRestore peace and balance in both mind and body at this five-star refuge located in the heart of the Himalayas in Northern India. The luxury escape uses the power of ancient Indian sciences of Ayurveda, Yoga, Meditation & Vedanta to help guests reconnect their mind and body to its optimum health and capacity.The HighlightAnanda’s ‘Dhyana Meditation’ programme helps guests to harmonize their minds and tap into their potential of higher consciousness. It guides guests through Pratyahara which is the withdrawal of the sense from the mind, to focus on their mental awareness which will enable them to continue meditative awareness long after the programme ends.Silver Island Yoga, GreeceAs the only private island yoga retreat in the world, Silver Island Yoga is a truly unique experience. The exclusive retreat accommodates a maximum of 10 guests giving the chance for true reflection. Furthermore, the resort is entirely off-grid using only solar power energy to run the resort.The HighlightThe week-long retreats on offer ensure you totally get away to transform your mind. It’s meant to create an experience that inspires peace, abundance, serenity and mindful living. Being off the grid also allows guests the opportunity to have an authentic digital detox.The OSHO Meditation Resort, IndiaEncompassing the underlying spirit of Zorba the Buddha – a place for someone whose feet are firmly on the ground, like Zorba the Greek, and yet whose hands can touch the stars, like Gautam the Buddha – the OSHO Meditation Resort in India is a place where the mind, body and soul can play and heal harmoniously together.The HighlightSet in the idyllic setting of Pune, India, around 120km southeast of Mumbai, this resort is one of the largest centres in the world focussing on personal growth and mediation, making it the ideal place to rejuvenate your sense of self.Bali Silent Retreat, IndonesiaThis retreat aims to nourish the body and soul of its guests to reconnect with their true selves and find their inner voices in their own way through the power of meditation and yoga.The HighlightIt’s all about reconnecting with yourself in silence through daily yoga and meditation, as well as exploring the eco-sustainability gardens, soak in the hot springs and participate in Balinese cultural activities.Amanoi, VietnamA restorative wilderness by the sea, this Aman resort offers a tranquil seclusion for its guests. With its duo of Wellness Villas, you are invited to experience their immersive holistic retreats amid the natural wonders of Vietnam.The HighlightIn their ‘Mindfulness & Stress’ programme, this programme uses specialist movement classes including yoga, Qi Gong and Tai Chi to help participants physically relax. Alongside, expert-led meditation and spa treatments that soothe the central nervous system work to release tension and cultivate lasting harmony between body and mind.Kamalaya Holistic Spa Resort, ThailandLocated in the luxury setting of Koh Samui, Thailand, this getaway combines authentic ancient healing traditions with contemporary therapies to ensure all guests nurture their wellbeing in all aspects of life.The HighlightThe ‘Embracing Change’ programme helps guests to enrich their emotional wellbeing and life fulfilment, addressing emotional habits and life situations to restore emotional balance within life.April’s – ‘The Gratitude Issue’ – Download Now – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and InstagramImages: Supplied More