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Jovilyn Carman
Jovilyn is content editor and author, delivering timely and engaging stories on Dubai’s lifestyle, trends, major events, and the city’s ever-evolving future across culture, business, and innovation.
Stories by Jovilyn Carman
Studio Ghibli Exhibition Gets New 2027 Opening Date
The World of Studio Ghibli won't open as soon as fans expected. Organizers have officially moved the exhibition to summer 2027, with tickets starting from AED 125 for the immersive experience.
15 Jul 2026
Anthony Joshua Was Spotted Cycling Through Dubai Like Everyone Else
Anthony Joshua surprised fans after being spotted cycling through a Dubai neighborhood instead of training in the gym. The relaxed outing comes months after the boxing champion officially made Dubai his primary home.
15 Jul 2026
Hudson & Rye Opens as Dubai's First Authentic New York Deli
Forget the airport. Dubai's first authentic New York deli has officially opened in DIFC Square, serving classic Reubens, towering pastrami sandwiches and iconic cheesecake. The founders already have plans to open up to 10 locations across the UAE.
14 Jul 2026
Beauty of Joseon Brings New Red Bean Serum to Dubai
Beauty of Joseon gave Dubai an exclusive first look at its new Red Bean PDRN and Peptide Pore Firming Serum through Lamise Beauty, highlighting the UAE's growing importance in the global K-beauty market.
14 Jul 2026
This Perfume Is Doing More Than Making You Smell Good
Your next perfume purchase could do more than upgrade your fragrance collection. Every Bon Bon Girl bottle now donates AED 20 to Dubai Cares, helping fund education and youth empowerment programs while you shop.
13 Jul 2026
Dubai Welcomes a K-Pop Demon Hunters Pop-Up Experience
Dubai just scored one of this summer's biggest fan experiences. The viral K-Pop Demon Hunters pop-up has landed at City Centre Mirdif for only 11 days, giving fans the chance to step inside Netflix's record-breaking animated phenomenon before it's gone.
12 Jul 2026
6 Dubai Parties Are About to Own Your Weekend
Dubai weekend parties are heating up with six major events happening across Business Bay, Meydan, Downtown, and Dubai Creek. If you're still deciding where to go tonight, this lineup makes the choice a lot harder.
11 Jul 2026
Dubai Mall Just Hit Tourists With A Summer Dress Code Reminder
Dubai Mall has reshared its long-standing dress code ahead of the busy summer travel season, reminding visitors to dress modestly while respecting local culture. The reminder has reignited conversations online as millions of tourists arrive in Dubai.
10 Jul 2026
These 8 Dubai Bookshops Just Exposed BookTok's Best Kept Secret
Think Dubai is all luxury malls and skyscrapers? These eight bookshops are quietly building one of the city's coolest communities, with everything from AED 1 bargains to rare signed first editions.
9 Jul 2026
Casa Milano Big Summer Sale Is Back With Huge Discounts
Casa Milano's Big Summer Sale is now live with discounts ranging from 25% to 80% on luxury home solutions. Shoppers who spend AED 5,000 at selected UAE showrooms can also enter a raffle for exclusive prizes until August 2.
7 Jul 2026
Reem Alswaidi Slayed Day One Of Paris Couture Week
Reem Alswaidi gave Paris Couture Week Day One a serious style jolt in Qatari design by MAISON DE SOIE and Crocus, pairing dotted tailoring, sleek accessories, and Paris prestige in one major look.
7 Jul 2026
Dubai's First Kids Pizza Academy Is Every Parent's New Obsession
Dubai just got its first dedicated Kids Pizza Academy, and it's replacing screen time with dough, toppings, and real cooking. Dodo Pizza's newest JLT concept lets children become mini chefs through interactive masterclasses, birthday parties, camps, and more.
6 Jul 2026
Five New Restaurants Spots In DIFC You Need On Your List
DIFC just welcomed five new restaurants, from the UAE's first New York deli to a Kyoto coffee brand everyone's obsessed with, and Dubai's dinner plans are officially complicated.
5 Jul 2026
Dubai’s Biggest Luxury Sale Just Dropped And Everything’s Up To 75% Off
Forget the mall crawl. Coca-Cola Arena is turning into Dubai's biggest luxury clearance event with up to 75% off brands including Hermès, Versace, Burberry, and Balenciaga. Entry is free, but the best deals won't stay on the shelves for long.
5 Jul 2026
Emirates Just Dropped Its Most Luxurious Bulgari Kits Yet
Your next Emirates flight could come with a serious luxury upgrade. The airline has unveiled new Bulgari amenity kits packed with exclusive fragrances, redesigned premium bags, and eco-conscious materials for First and Business Class travelers.
4 Jul 2026
This Business Bay Party Could Sell Out Before the Weekend
Dubai's nightlife calendar just got another must-attend event. Soul of Cavo brings Sonadora to Cavo Dubai on July 11 with a stacked DJ lineup, one house drink included, and tickets starting from $42.51.
3 Jul 2026
Safa Siddiqui Chose Her Red Snake Skin Look Above All
Safa Siddiqui had many standout Dubai Bling looks, yet her red snake skin outfit became the one she chose above the rest, thanks to its fierce fit, luxe styling, and unforgettable fashion bite.
3 Jul 2026
The Restaurants Dubai Girls Are Obsessed With
Dubai's dining scene is full of restaurants that serve standout food and stunning interiors. From Sirene by Gaia to Sakhalin, these seven venues have become favorites for stylish meals and photo-worthy moments.
2 Jul 2026
Dubai's 64th Floor Friday Brunch Is the Summer Night Out Everyone Wants
Dubai's Friday brunch scene just got a major upgrade. Malibu Sky Lounge's 64th-floor After Dark Friday Brunch combines skyline views, live entertainment and free-flowing dining, making it one of the city's hottest summer experiences.
1 Jul 2026
Asma Sami Credits Bali For A Deep Spiritual Recharge
Asma Sami thanks beautiful Bali after embracing travel, culture, sacred sights, relaxation, rejuvenation, and the rebirth power of an island she believes holds one of the earth’s chakras.
1 Jul 2026
Manushi Chhillar Aces Award Night In Black Svelte Regalness
Manushi Chhillar aced award night dressing in a black sculpted dress, diamond detail, glossy hair, and screen siren beauty as she was awarded by Bollywood Hungama in killer fashion form.
30 Jun 2026
Hanan Tarq Obid Captivates In A Major Black Polka Slay
Hanan Tarq Obid stuns in black polka dots, sculpted texture, sleek head styling, and a quilted bag for a fashion look loaded in attitude, elegance, and camera-ready couture appeal.
30 Jun 2026
Dubai Restaurants with Amazing Burj Khalifa and Marina Views
29 Jun 2026
Dubai Unveils Region's First Falcon Market
Dubai is getting the region's first Falcon Market, a Dh50 million destination announced by Sheikh Hamdan alongside an AI-designed park and Creek lighting project.
28 Jun 2026
Toys "R" Us Just Revealed Every Dubai Location Parents Need to Know
Parents are racing to bookmark this list after Toys "R" Us revealed every store across Dubai. From Dubai Mall to Palm Jumeirah, here's where to find your nearest location before your next family shopping trip.
27 Jun 2026
Safa Siddiqui Reveals What Truly Tops Her Luxury Lists
Safa Siddiqui shocks luxury lovers after revealing natural diamonds outrank Birkins, fashion, and every extravagant favorite in her glamorous world of statement living and unapologetic excess.
26 Jun 2026
Dubai's Beach Cleaning Robots Work While the City Sleeps
Dubai Municipality has deployed autonomous electric robots that clean the city's beaches overnight, removing micro-litter before residents and tourists arrive each morning — part of Dubai's wider smart city push.
25 Jun 2026
Pamala Serena: The Epitome of a Formidable Woman
Pamala Serena owns a life story packed with luxury, intellect, pageant glory, and jaw-dropping resilience. Netflix's Desi Bling brought her into the global spotlight, yet her strongest chapter began long before any camera rolled.
25 Jun 2026
LEGOLAND Hotel Dubai Pirate Nights: 50% Off Stays
LEGOLAND Hotel Dubai has launched Pirate Nights — part of its Sleepover Series — transforming the property into an immersive pirate-themed staycation with treasure hunts, LEGO challenges, free kids dining, and up to 50% off hotel stays until June 28, 2026.
21 Jun 2026
Vintage Stores Dubai Doesn't Want You to Miss
Dubai's vintage scene goes far beyond luxury malls. From rare vinyl at The Flip Side to archival fashion at Digg It Vintage and collectible books at Zerzura, these hidden spots are powering the city's growing culture of pre-loved, one-of-a-kind finds.
20 Jun 2026
Things To Do In Dubai This Weekend: June 19–21
Looking for things to do in Dubai this weekend? June 19–21 is packed with free Coca-Cola Arena concerts, Prison Island BOGO offers, Arabic music legends, Bollywood nights, award-winning theatre, comedy shows, and The Ripe Market's summer indoor residency.
19 Jun 2026
Pepsi Night Edition Dubai: Free Awake Kits at JBR
Pepsi Night Edition has launched in Dubai and across the Middle East — a limited-edition, extra-caffeine soft drink built for late-night FIFA World Cup 2026 viewing. Head to The Beach, JBR this weekend to claim a free Awake Kit while stocks last.
19 Jun 2026
Dubai Restaurant Deals That Feel Almost Illegal
Dubai restaurant deals are having a moment. Dubai's dining scene moves fast, and most restaurant promotions vanish before people even hear about them. These six spots are offering genuine value without compromising on quality — from Michelin-recognised communal dinners at AED
19 Jun 2026
Karan Kundrra on Tejasswi Proposal & Parents' Permission
Karan Kundrra sat down with Siddharth Kannan and got candid about seeking his parents' approval before proposing to Tejasswi Prakash in Dubai — and why he has zero regrets about it.
19 Jun 2026
Bvlgari Resort Dubai Unveils La Terrazza
Bvlgari Resort Dubai has launched La Terrazza, a seasonal Italian summer concept running until 30 September 2026. The activation transforms Il Caffè into a Mediterranean-style destination featuring pizza by Pier Daniele Seu, gelato by Chef Niko Romito, and FIFA World Cup 2026
18 Jun 2026
DWTC World Cup Fanzone Dubai: Tickets, Times & Tips
The DWTC World Cup Fanzone has turned Dubai World Trade Centre Halls 2 & 3 into one of the city's largest indoor FIFA 2026 viewing destinations. Organised by DXB LIVE, it hosts up to 2,000 fans per match, screens all 104 games, and runs until 28 June. Tickets from AED 63 on
18 Jun 2026
Body Quotidian at Sharjah Art Foundation — Free Entry
The Body Quotidian exhibition at Sharjah Art Foundation's Gallery 6 is free to visit until September 20. Artists Laila Majid and Inaam Zafar turn everyday objects — mirrors, lamps, hands — into thought-provoking sculptures, photographs, and paintings.
18 Jun 2026
Farhana Bodi's Mykonos Black Lace Look Stuns in Cavo Tagoo
Dubai Bling star Farhana Bodi turns a Mykonos sunset into a fashion moment, serving sculpted resort glamour in a black lace Naked Wardrobe outfit at Cavo Tagoo Hotel. Sleek shades, diamond accessories, and bare feet complete the island-rich vacation look.
18 Jun 2026
Talal Sam & Sultan Murshid Live at Beat the Heat DXB Dubai
Talal Sam and Sultan Murshid headline Beat the Heat DXB Season 5 at Dubai World Trade Centre on July 25, 2026. The indoor Khaleeji music night takes over Hall 8, with tickets starting from AED 105.
17 Jun 2026
Arte Museum Dubai Cuts Beach Aurora Tickets 50% For Limited Time
One of Dubai's most photographed attractions just got cheaper. Arte Museum Dubai has launched a limited-time 50% discount on Beach Aurora tickets, the immersive digital installation flooding social feeds with glowing shoreline visuals. Book before June 21 to save.
16 Jun 2026
Kasia Vuorinen: Queen Of Supercars Stuns Behind The Wheel
Kasia Vuorinen, the Queen of Supercars, makes the steering wheel a fashion stage. See how her ice white look fuses high fashion with full-throttle horsepower.
16 Jun 2026
Lojain Omran Stuns At Baccarat Luxury Event With Tanagra
Lojain Omran stunned at a grand Baccarat evening hosted by Tanagra, turning a crystal-filled hall into a total luxury spectacle alongside Rana Al Kassim, with couture credits from Charbel Karam, Patrick and Marcel.
15 Jun 2026
Dubai Sports World 2026: Your Indoor Summer Sports Escape
Dubai Sports World 2026 returns for its 16th edition from June 19 to August 25, turning Dubai World Trade Centre's Za'abeel Halls into a fully air-conditioned summer sports destination with courts, a free gym, family zones and community events.
15 Jun 2026
SERVE & SCULPT: Dubai's Women-Only Wellness Event
SERVE & SCULPT brings Pilates, padel, fashion and wellness together for a women-only afternoon at The Lob in Al Quoz on June 27. Every ticket includes a sculpting Pilates class, social padel, a complimentary La Brisa Fashion outfit and a wellness goody bag.
14 Jun 2026
FH World Circle: Farhana Bodi's Global Networking Hub
FH World Circle, founded by entrepreneur and Dubai Bling personality Farhana Bodi, is a global connection hub built on strategic introductions, high-level partnerships, and invitation-only experiences for business leaders, brands, and investors.
14 Jun 2026
Home Bakery Turns 14: Free Cake With Every UAE Order
Home Bakery is marking its 14th birthday by handing out a free slice of cake with every order at all UAE branches on June 13 and 14, with no promo code or minimum spend required.
13 Jun 2026
Shory Childhood Story Giveaway: Win AED 10,000 Weekly Plus a Mercedes
Shory's new #EveryChildhoodHasAStory campaign invites UAE residents to share childhood photos and videos on Instagram. Weekly winners take home AED 10,000, and one standout story wins a brand-new Mercedes-Benz. No purchase is required to enter.
12 Jun 2026
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi Unveils Two Big New DC Rides
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi has revealed two new DC attractions for its Metropolis zone: Kryptonite Collider, a 32-rider centrifuge experience opening July 26, 2026, and Superman Up and Away, a face-down flying roller coaster set for 2028.
12 Jun 2026
Khaan Saab Live in Dubai: Dhurandar Experience at Troy
Punjabi star Khaan Saab headlines the Dhurandar Experience at Troy inside Ramee Dream Hotel, Business Bay, on Friday, June 12. Here are the full event details, ticket prices, and entry rules for his one-night Dubai performance.
12 Jun 2026
LE SSERAFIM x ILLIT x KATSEYE: Iconic By Mistake Drops
LE SSERAFIM, ILLIT and KATSEYE have joined forces on "Iconic By Mistake," the first time three major HYBE girl groups release a song together, sparking one of 2026's biggest K-pop moments.
11 Jun 2026