The height of stunts: Tom Cruise sits atop Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa has featured prominently in the Dubai shooting schedule of the film and Cruise, reprising his role as superspy Ethan Hunt, just a few days ago was running around the windows below the tower's Observation Deck, 124 floors above the ground.
Dubai’s Emaar Properties Showcases Worldwide Projects at Cityscape Global
A highlight is a spectacular display of Downtown Dubai, the 500-acre destination development anchored by Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building housing the world's first Armani Hotel. With the Dubai Mall, possibly the world's largest shopping and entertainment destination, several world-class hotels, residences, and prime office space, Downtown Dubai underscores Emaar's strategy of developing fully integrated communities that energize the economy.
Emirates Airline extends Sydney hotel offer
Passengers stay at the Stamford Plaza Sydney Airport Hotel. Those travelling onwards to Europe, or other destinations on the Emirates network, can also receive one free night in Dubai at The Armani Hotel, or The Address.
At the top
Otis GM Sebi Joseph talks about the company's long involvement in the region, from 1967 in Abu Dhabi, culminating with the iconic Burj Khalifa. Otis Elevator Company is represented directly in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait.
Burj Dubai – The World’s Tallest Building
The world's tallest building, Burj Khalifa (formerly known as Burj Dubai), officially opened Jan. 4 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates. Architect Adrian Smith, who designed Burj Khalifa while at the Chicago office of Skidmore, Owings & Merrill, attended the opening ceremonies. Burj Khalifa's official height was announced at 828 meters, or 2,716.5 feet. "It was the culmination of many years of work and one of the most thrilling moments of my career," said Smith, who left SOM in 2006 to start his own firm, Adrian Smith + Gordon Gill Architecture.
The world’s first Armani Hotel opens
The Armani Hotel occupies the first eight floors as well as levels 38 and 39 of the Burj Khalifa, Dubai's tallest tower. With a total of 160 rooms and suites furnished with refined luxury, the Armani hotel truly represents a unique fusion of opulence and minimalism.
McLaren Automotive MP4-12C makes its UAE debut
McLaren Automotive’s debut high-end sports car, the MP4-12C to introduce a new era to UAE’s high-performance sports car market. McLaren Automotive’s debut high-end, high-performance sports car, the MP4-12C, has been revealed in the United Arab Emirates for the first time. The highly anticipated model from the British manufacturer was unveiled today at a special event for VIPs and media at the prestigious Armani Hotel in Dubai.
From the catwalk to catering
The list goes on – Nicole Farhi has restaurants within her Bond Street and New York stores; Giorgio Armani has a café above his London shop, while his Armani Hotel in Burj Khalifa, Dubai, has eight restaurants plus Armani Dolci, his very own sweet shop.
Man jumps to his death from Burj Khalifa
Dubai Police said: "The police operations room received a call about a suicide at the Burj Khalifa today, and CID and investigation teams were immediately dispatched.” After he jumped, the man hit the metal barriers of the tower, causing some damage before landing.
Burj Khalifa: We speak to the people who made it possible
The architect: George Efstathiou. The building is shaped like a Y, because this is a good model for residential layouts: it allows the maximum amount of perimeter for windows in living spaces and bedrooms. Tall buildings must be very efficient in their planning so that costs can be kept down. The pointed ends of the Y also resemble Islamic archways and there is Islamic patterning in the paving and floor patterns.
