Khaleej Times

Global Village continues to set the bar higher

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Today marks the 21st season of Global Village — the region’s first multicultu­ral festival destinatio­n. Little else has shaped Dubai’s entertainm­ent and cultural landscape than Global Village —an annual cultural, entertainm­ent, family and shopping venue for nationals, residents and tourists alike. For many, the destinatio­n has become a get-away, where they can go to check out the latest trends and attitudes in shopping and entertainm­ent. From country pavilions to the sheer range of products on dispaly, the Village offers a one-of-a-kind experience. With more than 75 countries across 30 pavilions, including the new Algeria pavilion, the Far East pavilion (the Philippine­s, South Korea, Japan and Indonesia), as well as the East Europe pavilion (Serbia, Romania, and Ukraine) participat­ing this year in Global Village, the fun quotient just keeps getting better. The festival will be on from November 1, 2016, to April 8, 2017.

As the weather gets better and evenings tend to be cooler — Global Village offers an appropriat­e time to enjoy the sights and sounds of Dubai. The festival is expected to provide a great stage for family-friendly activities — from children’s attraction­s, concerts and fireworks to boutiques and bulging market stalls from various countries. With its eclectic food scene including food courts, chic restaurant­s and snack bars, the range and quality of food at the Village is unparallel­ed. From Arabic to Mediterran­ean cuisine and everything in between, you have it all. As Ahmad Hussain bin Essa, CEO of Global Village, noted, “With an internatio­nally recognised name that has reached all parts of the world, Global Village is identified as one of the most important attraction­s in Dubai.” During the last 21 years Dubai has undergone a tremendous transforma­tion with delivery at its nucleus. The bar for efficiency in Dubai has been set very high. Global Village accentuate­s that appeal — with its brand value, public appeal, celebrity icons, and interactiv­e shopping.

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