MEET AND GREET

A snapshot of Dubai’s top 10 venues for meetings and events in 2020

A snapshot of Dubai’s top 10 venues for meetings and events

1DUBAI WORLD TRADE CENTRE is the region’s largest events venue, with more than 122,000 sqm of covered space and a strategic location in the heart of the emirate, just 5km from Dubai International Airport. DWTC events host more than three million international and local delegates every year. www.dwtc.com

2DUBAI EXHIBITION CENTRE will be located at the Expo 2020 Dubai site and offer 45,000 sqm of flexible event space for all types of conferences, exhibitions and entertainment events. Key features will include 28,000 sqm customisable exhibition area; two theatres/auditoriums with respective capacities of 2,500 and 400 guests; two 2,000-plus-capacity multi-purpose halls that can be combined for larger events; and 10 meetings rooms. The facility will be adjacent to the Expo 2020 Metro link, which connects to key destinations across the city. www.expo2020dubai.com

3E2 DUBAI SOUTH EVENT & EXHIBITION CENTRE is a state-ofthe-art mega facility developed by Dubai South that is fully equipped to host exhibitions, trade shows, corporate events, live concerts and weddings. A short drive from Dubai World Central International and a 50-minute drive from Dubai International, E2 features a 40,000 sqm indoor area, 3,000 sqm royal pavilion, 60,000 sqm static zone, 103 chalets and nine meeting rooms. www.e2-dubaisouth.ae

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MANDARIN ORIENTAL JUMEIRA is one of the closest beachfront resorts to Dubai’s financial and business districts and offers a stunning 700 sqm glass-walled ballroom with beachfront terrace, plus four elegantly appointed meeting spaces and a 121 sqm private Bridal Room. www.mandarinoriental.com

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EMERALD PALACE KEMPINSKI DUBAI offers three meeting rooms, a ballroom with pre-function area and the largest private cinema on the Palm. The events area covers 2,163 sqm with function rooms capable of accommodating up to 1,500 people. www.kempinski.com

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COCA-COLA ARENA is a 17,000-seat state-of-theart arena spanning half a million square feet and capable of hosting largescale international music concerts, exhibitions, sports events, and private functions. Close to Dubai International and accessible via Dubai Metro, it offers extensive catering and hospitality facilities, including 40 VIP suites. www.coca-cola-arena.com

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ATLANTIS THE PALM is a meetings and events hotspot, thanks to its vast range of indoor and outdoor venues and its iconic location, on the apex of the Palm Jumeirah. In addition to three ballrooms, 14 meeting rooms and two boardrooms, unique spaces for hire include The Lost Chambers Aquarium, the Royal Bridge Suite and private beaches. The Asateer Tent is ideal for large functions and parties. www.atlantis.com

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MADINAT JUMEIRAH is styled to reflect Dubai’s heritage and home to magnificent venues suitable for all type of events and conferences. The property has more than 11,000 sqm of flexible spaces across its hotels and dedicated conference and events centre, which is surrounded by waterways and charming Arabian architecture. www.jumeirah.com

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INTERCONTINENTAL FESTIVAL CITY in Dubai Festival City (DFC), just minutes from Dubai International Airport, features flexible and intimate business venues. The Event Centre is one of the city’s most elegant facilities with 4,250 sqm of space and a top-notch professional services team on hand to help. www.dubaifestivalcityhotels.com

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BEACH HOTEL is a definitive destination for groups seeking luxurious business spaces, with venue options including the Safinah Ballroom, capable of handling up to 1,500 guests; Meyana Auditorium for up to 400 guests; the Marasi Meeting Rooms for up to 150 guests; and the flexible outdoor Events Arena for up to 2,500 guests. www.jumeirah.com