Abu Dhabi is set to receive its most exclusive branded residence development to date. Jumeirah Group, the hotel company behind the iconic Burj Al Arab in Dubai, has announced a new residential project on Al Maryah Island in the heart of Abu Dhabi's financial district. The Expression of Interest (EOI) phase is now open, meaning interested parties can register for allocation before the official sales...
Off-plan villas in Abu Dhabi are often cheaper than similar completed properties, meaning you make more profit upon handover. But that is not the focus of this article. Even if you assume the exact same purchase price, the same appreciation, and the same profit, an off-plan purchase in Abu Dhabi still yields a higher return than in Dubai. That may sound illogical, but it comes down to the structure of the...
The off-plan market in Dubai gets all the attention, but Abu Dhabi offers several structural advantages that significantly lower the risk profile. This does not mean Dubai is bad, as buying off-plan there is still more attractive than in many European markets. But for those who prefer to err on the side of caution, there are concrete reasons why Abu Dhabi is an interesting alternative. From better payment...
Ramadan 2026 has officially commenced in the United Arab Emirates. Following the moon sighting by the official committee at Qasr Al Hosn in Abu Dhabi, it has been confirmed that Thursday, 19 February is the first day of fasting. Oman was the first Gulf country to confirm the date, followed by Turkey, Singapore, France, and Australia. For everyone in the UAE, this means adjusted working hours, changed...
