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Exploring The Hidden Facts Of Mercato Shopping Mall

Discover the hidden gems of Mercato Shopping Mall in Dubai, where the charm of a Mediterranean town in Italy comes to life. Immerse yourself in the unique architecture, vibrant ambiance, and diverse shopping experience that make this mall a must-visit destination. Unveil the secrets and delights that await in this captivating fusion of cultures.

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Shops San Diego

Shops San Diego boasts a diverse array of shopping experiences, ranging from large malls to unique local boutiques, catering to a wide range of preferences and needs. Key areas of interest include the historic Gaslamp Quarter, known for its trendy fashion stores and art galleries, and the upscale La Jolla district, featuring designer shops and specialty stores. For more mainstream retail, Fashion Valley and Westfield UTC are prominent malls, Bazaar Del Mundo offering numerous brand-name retailers. Furthermore, there are several outdoor markets such as Little Italy Mercato, where visitors can find local crafts, art, and fresh produce.

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Slide right into summer at Mercato Mall! Bask in the vibes of all ages—the Giant Slide is free for Dubai Summer Surprises from June 28 to September 1. Don’t let this epic summer adventure slide by!

📍Mercato Mall, Jumeirah.

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DSS To Kick Off with 12- Hour Mega Sale

Mega sale will take place on 28 June from 10am until 10pm, with exclusive discounts of up to 90 per cent across more than 100 brands Participating malls include Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira, City Centre Me’aisem, and City Centre Al Shindagha In celebration of the most anticipated event in Dubai this summer, Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2024 will start its biggest edition to date with a mega 12-hour flash sale on 28 June from 10am until 10pm. For one day only, exclusive deals of up to 90 per cent off will be up for grabs across over 100 leading local and international brands at Majid Al Futtaim malls. There has never been a better time to shop for the latest fashion and accessories at top retail brands, as well as home furnishings, perfumes, cosmetics, and beauty products, optics, electronics, as well as supermarket and department stores. Shoppers can make the most out of the incredible sale at Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, City Centre Deira, City Centre Me’aisem, and City Centre Al Shindagha. Adding to the excitement, shoppers spending AED 300 or more can download the SHARE app and head to the Spin the Wheel activation zone at Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Mirdif, and City Centre Deira for a chance to win instant prizes, SHARE points ranging from AED 50 – AED 1,000, VOX Cinema tickets, gifts, and vouchers.Dubai Summer Surprises 2024 is supported by key sponsors Al Futtaim (Dubai Festival City Mall and Dubai Festival Plaza), Majid Al Futtaim (City Centre Deira, City Centre Mirdif, and Mall of Emirates), Dubai Holding Asset Management (Al Seef, Bluewaters, City Walk, The Beach, and The Outlet Village), Mercato Shopping Mall, Merex Investment, Nakheel (Ibn Battuta, Nakheel Mall, and The View at The Palm); as well as AW Rostamani, Emirates Airlines, ENOC, e&, and talabat. For more information, visit @CelebrateDubai on social media and the Dubai Summer Surprises website.  Source link via The Novum Times

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Aedes ha affidato a Promos la gestione del Serravalle Retail Park e del Roero Retail Park

Salgono a 3 i parchi commerciali sul territorio piemontese gestiti dalla Promos. Oltre ai due retail park, infatti, dal 2018 Promos gestisce anche il Mondovicino Outlet Village (Mondovì – CN) di proprietà della Famiglia Caramelli. “Questo incarico arricchisce il nostro portfolio, in un settore, quello della gestione, che ci vede attivi da oltre 30 anni”, ha dichiarato Filippo Maffioli, CEO Promos. Il mandato, avviato il 1° ottobre 2023 e avrà l’obiettivo di riposizionare entrambi i centri. “I due retail park hanno caratteristiche molto differenti tra loro” prosegue Maffioli, “ma li accomuna la possibilità di perfezionarsi e, di conseguenza, crescere ulteriormente. Queste due strutture rappresentano per noi una scommessa sulla quale abbiamo deciso di investire seguendo il nuovo approccio strategico che ci vede sempre più attivi nella riqualificazione di asset non più performanti e nella rivalorizzazione di centri dal potenziale ancora inespresso in un mercato oggi saturo ma con ancora molto da dire”. In posizione strategica, entro i 90 minuti d’auto da Torino, Milano, Piacenza e Genova, il Serravalle Retail Park (40mila mq e 37 store) si trova in provincia di Alessandria ed è parte del complesso commerciale che include Serravalle Designer Outlet e shopping mall. Il Roero Retail Park, di Santa Vittoria D’Alba (CN), ospita su circa 9.500mq 6 tenant che corrispondono al 100% dell’occupancy. Read the full article

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😍 Durante gli otto giorni di Festa di Metà Autunno (中秋节) alla Giornata Nazionale (中华人民共和国国庆节), l'Economia Cinese è stata testimone di un enorme boom dei consumi 🤩

📊 Dal 29/09 al 06/10, il flusso di passeggeri sulle strade pedonali in tutto il Paese è aumentato del 94,7% rispetto al 2022, e quello nelle principali aree commerciali di 36 città di grandi e medie dimensioni del 164% rispetto al 2022 👏

🤩 Nel frattempo, il volume delle vendite dei principali centri commerciali, rivenditori ed e-commerce di Pechino ha raggiunto i 9,27 Miliardi RMB, con un aumento del 21,8% rispetto al 2022 📈

🇨🇳 Nella splendida Hangzhou, dove sono stati ospitati i Giochi Asiatici, sono state registrate 27,63 milioni di transazioni, per un valore di 10,15 Miliardi RMB in otto giorni 🤩, con un aumento del 58,3% rispetto al 2022 📈

💬 «Il Mercato dei Consumi per le vacanze ha mostrato una serie di nuove caratteristiche, tra cui un mercato in forte espansione, ricchi elementi culturali, un'atmosfera vivace e movimentata. [...] La ripresa e la continua espansione del Mercato dei Consumi riflette l'enorme slancio dei consumi Cinesi e la capacità di ripresa e vitalità dell'Economia Cinese», ha dichiarato la Compagna Wang Wei, Direttrice di 市场经济研究所 presso il Centro di Ricerca sullo Sviluppo del Consiglio di Stato ⭐️

🔍 Approfondimento: 社会主义市场经济 ⭐️

💬 «Gli affari sono andati benissimo durante le vacanze. Le strade sono piene di gente, e in questi giorni vendiamo oltre 2.000 porzioni di spaghetti di riso al giorno», ha dichiarato Huang Guizhen, proprietario di una bancarella nella città di Mianyang ❤️

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😍 During the eight days of Mid-Autumn Festival (中秋节) to National Day (中华人民共和国国庆节), the Chinese Economy witnessed a huge consumption boom 🤩

📊 From 29/09 to 06/10 the flow of passengers on pedestrian streets across the country increased by 94.7% compared to 2022, and that in the main commercial areas of 36 large and medium-sized cities by 164% compared to to 2022 👏

🤩 Meanwhile, the sales volume of major shopping malls, retailers and e-commerce in Beijing reached RMB 9.27 Billion, an increase of 21.8% compared to 2022 📈

🇨🇳 In beautiful Hangzhou, where the Asian Games were hosted, 27.63 million transactions were recorded, worth RMB 10.15 billion in eight days 🤩, an increase of 58.3% compared to 2022 📈

💬 «The Holiday Consumer Market has shown a number of new characteristics, including a booming market, rich cultural elements, a lively and bustling atmosphere. [...] The recovery and continued expansion of the Consumer Market reflects the enormous momentum of Chinese consumption and the resilience and vitality of the Chinese Economy," said Comrade Wang Wei, Director of 市场经济研究所 at the Development Research Center of the State Council ⭐️

🔍 Further information: 社会主义市场经济 ⭐️

💬 «Business was great during the holidays. The streets are full of people, and these days we sell over 2,000 portions of rice noodles a day,” said Huang Guizhen, owner of a stall in Mianyang city ❤️

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Unveiling Dubai’s Retail Magic: From Malls to Souks

Dubai, the shining jewel of the United Arab Emirates, is home to towering skyscrapers, luxurious hotels, and a shopping scene like no other. Dubai provides a shopping experience that can satisfy every shopper's needs, from luxurious high-end malls to busy local souks. We'll take you on a tour of Dubai's malls and souk districts, where you will learn how luxury meets tradition all in one destination.

High-End Malls: A Shopper's Paradise

Dubai is well known for its lavish malls, which are distinctive proof of the city's commitment to grandeur and luxury. Dubai's world-class shopping centers provide more than just a place to make purchases; they also offer unique experiences.

The Dubai Mall

The Dubai Mall, one of the biggest shopping malls in the world, is located at the heart of Dubai's retail paradise. There are more than 1,300 boutiques, including the most prestigious luxury brands, including Gucci and Chanel. Don't miss the mesmerizing Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, an underwater wonderland located inside the mall.

Mall of the Emirates

The Mall of the Emirates is the place to go if the idea of skiing in the middle of a desert mall fascinates you. This mall houses the indoor ski resort Ski Dubai and provides a unique shopping experiences in Dubai with a variety of luxurious boutiques and dining options.

City Walk City Walk is one of Dubai's most Instagrammable locations and combines high-end architecture with European-style street shopping. From trendy designer stores to fashionable streetwear, shoppers may find everything they are looking for. Beautiful views of the bustling streets, large squares, and London-style streets give this location an interesting ambiance. Choose from a variety of cuisines for a great meal, get tickets to your favorite movie at the theater, or explore a variety of other entertainment alternatives for a fun-filled evening. Explore Dubai's Retail Magic on Instagram

Mercato Mall The Mercato Mall is one of the most unique malls in the Jumeirah area of Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The mall was designed to look like the Renaissance era in Italy, with rich cobbled flooring and piazzas. Shoppers may spend the day exploring the latest collections from global brands such as Gap, Mango, Bershka, and H&M. There are also some excellent food alternatives nearby. Cinnabon serves delectable pastries, while Arabian Tea House serves traditional Emirati snacks and a warm cup of karak chai. There's also a separate entertainment center for children, filled with lots of rides and games.

Wafi Mall Wafi Mall stands as one of the best shopping destinations in Dubai, inspired by ancient Egyptian architecture. Visitors will immediately notice Egyptian letters and intricately carved sculptures throughout the mall, immersing them in the ambiance of Egypt. The mall offers a superb Arabian shopping experience, with a focus on luxury and a wide selection of fashionable retail stores offering kandoras and beautiful abayas. Additionally, the mall features a curated collection of designer labels as well as a diverse range of dining options and entertainment, ensuring a memorable day for you and your loved ones.

Ibn Battuta Mall Ibn Battuta Mall, the largest themed shopping mall in Dubai, was meticulously built to commemorate the incredible journey of the renowned explorer Ibn Battuta. The mall has numerous themed areas inspired by the countries he traveled to, functioning as a diverse reservoir for both commerce and culture.

Nakheel Mall Nakheel Mall, a vibrant addition to Dubai's retail landscape nestled at the heart of Palm Jumeirah, beckons you to discover this thrilling shopping destination. The mall boasts VOX Cinemas for an immersive 4D movie experience, The View at The Palm for breathtaking vistas, 350 retailers for retail therapy in Dubai, and Trésind Studio for inventive Indian cuisine. Families can shop with peace of mind as their children enjoy a supervised playroom featuring LEGO City.

Dubai Hills Mall The Dubai Hills Mall, located within the Dubai Hills Estate community, is a premier lifestyle destination, surrounded by picturesque green lawns and a park. This vibrant hub hosts 600 businesses, spanning two million square feet, and serves as an excellent boost to the city's extensive shopping landscape. It features a hypermarket, a cineplex, major establishments, and four family-friendly entertainment facilities, offering a diverse mix of shopping, dining, and recreational activities. When you visit, make sure not to miss the exciting experience of the fastest indoor rollercoaster. Book Your Dubai Shopping Tour

Souks: A Glimpse into Dubai's Heritage

While Dubai's luxurious malls provide a modern shopping experience, the city's essence is found in its traditional marketplaces, known as souks. These markets offer a glimpse into Dubai's rich history as well as the opportunity to bargain for one-of-a-kind treasures.

Gold Souk The Gold Souk is one of the oldest traditional souks in Dubai and is a shining landmark to the city's fascination with luxury. Rows upon rows of stores display some of the world's finest gold jewelry and precious jewels.

Spice Souk Enter the wonderful world of Dubai's Spice Souk, where the air is rich with the perfume of exotic spices and herbs. Spice vendors sell a fantastic selection of spices here, from saffron to cardamom, allowing guests to sample the aromas of Middle Eastern cuisine.

Textile Souk The Textile Souk in Dubai is a fabric lover's paradise. There are many materials to choose from, including silks, cotton, and satins, to make your own personalized outfit or to take home as keepsakes.

Souk Madinat Souk Madinat Jumeirah, nestled between the five-star Mina A'Salam and Al Qasr hotels, is ideal for people who enjoy souk-style shopping. Discover a labyrinth of narrow streets featuring unique souvenirs, exquisite paintings, and sculptures. Explore the many local and international design shops and enjoy a seaside dinner. At the end of your tour, go on a traditional abra ride and witness the breathtaking views of the iconic Burj Al Arab in the distance.

Souk al-Bahar Souk Al Bahar is the modern reinvention of a traditional Arabian souk-style bazaar that provides a fascinating shopping experience where you can discover a selection of things such as dates, perfumes, jewelry, souvenirs, and more. This souk additionally offers one of the best locations for enjoying a meal while watching the fascinating evening shows of the Dubai Fountain.

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OutMazed Tourism welcomes you to discover the magic of Dubai, where luxury seamlessly blends with heritage. Our thoughtfully designed tour packages cater to the unique interests of every tourist, ensuring they have an enjoyable and memorable vacation. 

Our experts will guide you around Dubai's renowned shopping districts, from high-end stores to busy souks. Explore iconic malls, go skiing in the Mall of the Emirates, or bargain in Deira's souks. With historical excursions, you can immerse yourself in Dubai's rich heritage of culture, learning about the city's evolution from a fishing town to a global metropolis. We personalize your experiences to your interests at OutMazed Tourism, whether you're a fashionista, history buff, adventurer, or beach lover. Our experts guarantee that your Dubai journey is seamless and unforgettable.

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7 Best Things To Do In Dubai For Couples For A Memorable Trip

Dubai, a place that was once a desolate desert, is now establishing new norms for the travel and tourist sector. Dubai is home to everything, from the most luxurious Burj-Al Arab to the highest Burj Khalifa. Couples might truly find their ideal getaway in Dubai because it offers practically everything. There are many romantic activities to do in Dubai for couples, whether you decide to go on a romantic nighttime desert safari or get a room at one of the most opulent hotels after getting an emirates visa for Nigerian citizens.

7 Things to do in Dubai for Couples

Here are a few activities you might do in Dubai with your partner to create memories that will last a lifetime, among the many different experiences that Dubai has to offer. So, apply emirates visa for Nigeria nationals and get yourself one. 

1. Hot Air Balloon Ride

One of the most romantic activities for couples in Dubai is hot air ballooning. In Dubai, there are numerous desert hot air balloon rides. The majority of them come with breakfast and a falconry show of the area. Watching the dawn rise over the desert with camels and gazelles prancing on the horizon is very lovely. Even falcons could be seen soaring in Dubai's skies. Depending on your package, conveyance typically includes a luxury vehicle.

2. Picnic

The once-barren region has dramatically changed its scenery over time thanks to improvements, and it now has a number of attractive picnic areas where couples may have a romantic outing. There are a number of parks in Dubai, such as the Dubai Miracle Garden, Dubai Garden Glow, Zabeel Park, Safa Park, and Dubai Butterfly Garden, as well as a number of beaches, such as Jumeirah Beach, Kite Beach, Marina Beach, Madinat Jumeirah, Jumeirah Beach Park, Al Mamzar Beach, White Beach, Sharjah Beach, Kite, and Surf Beach, etc., that could serve as the ideal picnic spot for you and your Love.

3. Horse Riding

Arabian horses are famous around the world and have been exported from the Arabian Peninsula since the dawn of time. Therefore, why not ride the gorgeous animals in their own country with your partner? Your adrenaline may get very worked up on a horseback ride through the desert with the sand blowing behind you and cutting through the wind. However, it would still be a fantastic experience because it is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating things for couples to do in Dubai.

4. Boating

One of the seven emirates that make up the nation is the emirate of Dubai, which is situated on the Persian Gulf's southeast coast. As a result, this area has a lot of shorelines, which offers plenty of options for boating on a nice day. On luxury yachts, the crew is typically included, and you can order any food and beverages you want. This sport has the potential to become one of the most romantic things to do in Dubai for couples amid the calm sea and the leisurely boating.

5. Shopping

Dubai has established norms for hospitality and tourism across all sectors. As a result, it is home to some of the largest, most extravagant, and grandest malls in the entire globe. Some of them are Dubai Mall, Sahara Center, Mall of the Emirates, City Centre Deira, Mercato Shopping Mall, BurJuman, Ibn Battuta Mall, Oasis Mall, Wafi Mall, etc., which can offer visitors to Dubai nearly anything they could possibly need and are the ideal places for you to hang out with your significant other.

6. Desert Safari

Due to Dubai's location amid the legendary Arabian deserts, no trip to Dubai would be complete without seeing the desert and taking your choice of a ride on a safari across the sand sea. In Dubai, there are many possibilities for desert safaris that offer visitors a unique experience. From budget classes to luxury safaris are all options. Even camels are an option for your expedition. A jeep safari, on the other hand, would guarantee a far more action-packed adventure and would undoubtedly rank among the most exciting things to do in Dubai for couples.

7. Scout Dubai from Burj Khalifa

The Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest structure, is a symbol of how far mankind has advanced from its mud hut origins. The Burj Khalifa stands 829.8 meters tall overall. Before its 2010 opening, it was known as the Burj Dubai. A fountain system outside is lit up by 6,600 lights and 50 colored projectors. It is 270 meters tall and sprays water 150 meters into the air while playing Arabic and other music. For you and your spouse, it can be a beautiful site and one of the most romantic things to do in Dubai after getting an emirates visa for Nigeria passport holders.

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Shopping San Diego

Bazaar Del Mundo marketplace is the best for Shopping San Diego offers a diverse experience catering to different tastes and preferences. From upscale malls like Fashion Valley and luxury boutiques in La Jolla to unique finds in the Gaslamp Quarter and eclectic shops in Hillcrest, there is something for every shopper. Local markets such as the Little Italy Mercato provide a taste of the region's artisanal products and fresh produce. Whether looking for high-end retail, local souvenirs, or vintage items, San Diego's shopping scene is vibrant and varied, reflecting the city's rich cultural mix.

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Dubai Shopping Festival 2022-23

Dubai, one of the seven Emirates of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) located on the Arab Peninsula, undoubtedly leaves an impressive impression with all its luxury and splendour. You can't get enough of the city in one visit, with its world-famous attractions, top-notch restaurants, exhilarating adventures, cutting-edge technology, and rich culture. Along with all these excitements, the long-awaited Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is no exception!

What is the Dubai shopping festival?

For those who don’t know about the Dubai Shopping Festival, it is a month-long shopping gala that lets your shopping personality burst out and buy anything you want at incredible rates. All those vibrant lights, glamour, sports and adventure, and delicious cuisines will fill your trip to make it the grand Dubai Shopping Festival.

The Dubai Shopping Festival takes place every year for a month, ideally in the months of December and January. You might have heard of Dubai as a fantastic shopping destination with ultra-luxury malls and budget shopping streets, but this festival will take all the excitement of shopping to whole new heights.

Where does the Dubai Shopping Festival take place?

The Dubai Shopping Festival is celebrated across the city. Once in Dubai, you feel like you are in a shopping paradise. The entire place will be jam-packed with offers and deals at mind-blowingly discounted prices. Each shop has something to offer at the festival, from big to small dealers.

Below are some of the most famous indoor and outdoor markets for you:

Dubai Mall, Al Fahidi Souk, Gold Souk, Global Village, Al Rigga Street, Mall of Emirates, Festival Waterfront Centre, The Layali Dubai Concert, Al Seef Street, DSF Desert Camp, Asianet Film Awards, Mercato Shopping Mall, Festival Waterfront Centre, Promenade at Dubai Festival City, Lulu Village, Night Souk, Ibn Battuta Mall, Lamcy Plaza, 

So, now that the location is sorted, grab your Dubai visa and get ready to experience the most unforgettable shopping festival of your life.

Dubai Mall, Al Fahidi Souk, Gold Souk, Global Village, Al Rigga Street, Mall of Emirates, Festival Waterfront Centre, The Layali Dubai Concert, Al Seef Street, DSF Desert Camp, Asianet Film Awards, Mercato Shopping Mall, Festival Waterfront Centre, Promenade at Dubai Festival City, Lulu Village, Night Souk, Ibn Battuta Mall, Lamcy Plaza, 

So, now that the location is sorted, grab your Dubai visa and get ready to experience the most unforgettable shopping festival of your life.

What to buy at the Dubai Shopping Festival?

This might be a tricky question. As soon as you enter the Dubai Shopping Festival, you will be spoilt with seamless choices, which can be overwhelming. So, to ease your dilemma, we have curated some must-check –merchandise for you.

Apparels

The Dubai Shopping Festival's designer clothes will astound you with their incredible prices. Right from your favourite luxury brands, find your fit in casual or party wear from BOGGI, Christian Louboutin, Rodeo Drive, Armani, Prada, Chanel, Bebe, Louis Vuitton, Prada, and much more.

Gold Jewellery

Dubai offers you the most intricate designs in the purest form of gold at a reasonable price. From authentic designs to modern art, the DSF gives you a perfect opportunity to buy gold jewellery for yourself or your loved ones.

Leather bags and jackets

The city is known for its top-quality leather, and DSF is a perfect chance to hunt and stock up on the classy and stylish collection of leather bags and jackets, that too, at affordable rates.

Watches

Looking for a refined collection of watches? DSF is the place for you. Pick from the top brands for your favourite brands: Michael Kors, Burberry, Cartier, Rado, and more.

Perfumes and Cosmetics

Choose from Bvlgari, De Beers, and more of your favourite brands while you don’t miss the authentic collection of attars and fragrances.

Home Décor

DSF is the perfect time to choose the best home décor for your dream house. Head straight to Carpet Oasis for the best deals.

Gadgets

Top collections at unbelievable prices. Duty-free shopping for Apple, Bose, Cross Gold, Fujitsu, Sony, and other popular brands. 

Dry fruits and species

Pack the best quality dry fruits and aromatic spices at the most reasonable rates at DSF.

For the latest updates, download the Dubai Shopping Festival App. The Dubai Shopping Festival ticket price costs only around INR 500 per person. So, plan your trip to enjoy and experience all these events  at the most memorable festival ever!

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Venti Vanilla Frappe with Whip

This morning I popped into Starbucks on the way to work - mostly because it was the only place on my way and I was starving. As I stood in the line and looked around the sparsly decorated coffee chain I couldn't help but feel nostalgic.

Starbucks will forever remind me of Friday afternoons at Mercato Mall. Vanilla Ice Frappes with that nasty whipped cream that coats the top of your mouth with a thin layer of something awful.

When Mercato opened in 2002 it was a game changer for teens. Not only did the mall have a cinema and food court but it was near enough to our house that none of our mums minded having to drive us there and back if it meant we'd leave them alone for a few hours.

For the most part, the mall was safe. That being said, I can't count the number of times we were followed around by gangs of boys.

The mall was small but it had lots of little corridors and corners where there were almost no people around, making them places you did not want to end up when you had five or six teenagers a few steps behind you.

Once we went to the mall to go to the cinema and try on clothes we couldn't afford. We went into Berska on the ground floor on a hunt for a belt and after a little bit of browsing, we walked out of the shop to head upstairs to the cinema when we noticed four boys following us.

They were older than us, probably about 16, and had these jeering smiles plastered across their faces. When they realised we'd noticed them they quickened their pace, jumping on the escalator right behind us, knowing we couldn't go anywhere.

They stood just far enough back that they were able to look up our skirts (this was the early 2000s, they weren't exactly long) and one guy reached out and grabbed my friend's ass.

She slapped his hand away and as we got to the top of the escalator we jumped off and made a beeline for the cinema where there were more people and, primarily, adults.

The boys followed us, undeterred by the crowds, they 100% believed they were untouchable; that was when the catcalling started.

They taunted us with vulgar comments about our bodies, told us what they wanted to do to us and no one did anything. People looked put out that they were being disturbed by these loud teens but paid no mind to the two 13-year-olds trying to get away from them.

We ran up the cinema stairs to the screens, where the guy tore our tickets and we rushed into our movie, hoping we'd be safe in the darkness of the theatre.

The whole movie was tainted by the fear that the boys would follow us in, that they'd be waiting for us when we left - thankfully one thing you can always count on is the short attention span of a teenage boy so they weren't.

As we left we both swore to not tell our parents what had happened. Mercato was the only place we were allowed to hang out on the weekends, if they thought it wasn't safe too we'd be stuck at home with our younger siblings all weekend.

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I see it approaching… the much awaited deeply desired… LONG WEEKEND!!  Yipeeee!!     (sourced: quoteshunger.com)

This is the good thing living in the Middle East particularly in UAE as we have so many different EID holidays and it adds up, can last up to a week!

Abu Dhabi is only less than 2 hours’ drive by car.  Lots of people think that Dubai is the Capital of UAE but sorry it is actually Abu Dhabi, a much quieter and so-called “Garden City” as you will forget this is a desert country!  Unlike in Dubai, it is more of shining towers and night-life and crowds.  Both Dubai and Abu Dhabi have their own beautiful resorts too, as they boast both deserts and nice beaches mind you! Incredible isn’t it?  You may think it is all a desert but nope you are mistaken.

If you want to stroll around (preferably at night in summer but it is now Spring so all good not too hot) better have your sandals/jandals or comfy shoes with you as it can be a long walk.  It is easy to get lost in what you see and find something you like that you forget the time or even get lost.  It is nicer to have a long walk along the bay walk at night because it is cooler and the places are all lighted up nicely!  These photos cannot do justice to the beauty of these places as I am using an old Samsung camera phone. 

MarinaBay Dubai, vinneve

SoukALBahar opposite side of DubaiMall, vinneve

  Mercato – Italian style shopping mall in its unique Rennaisance architecture. They usually have some shows for this special day of Eid and it’s free to enjoy inside the mall.

Mercatoshow, vinneve

MercatoDubai, vinneve

And finally, after 2 days of action, it is time for us to relax and go home.  There is still a lot of roadworks everywhere.  Demands vs Supply.

Duabiroadworks2015, vinneve

Duabiroadworks, vinneve

BurjALArabDubai, vinneve

 Originally published on October 9, 2015, @evewanderer11

              Holiday Photos “City Style” I see it approaching... the much awaited deeply desired... LONG WEEKEND!!  Yipeeee!!     (sourced: quoteshunger.com) This is the good thing living in the Middle East particularly in UAE as we have so many different EID holidays and it adds up, can last up to a week!

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Walking around aimlessly while listening to Sufjan Steven's, such a beautiful place 🤍🍃🌿

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COLD HEART IN A COLD CRUEL WORLD

Tenevo i piedi appoggiati sulla scrivania, la sedia inclinata.

Una bottiglia quasi vuota di bourbon filtrava il giallo sporco della luce del sole morente di un pomeriggio di tardo autunno newyorchese in riflessi ambrati che facevano sembrare le ragnatele polverose del mio ufficio quasi piacevoli.

Bevetti l’ultimo sorso, liscio - la macchina del ghiaccio in quel condominio fatiscente aveva tirato le cuoia in una notte di mezza estate - e mi scottai il labbro aspirando con disincanto l’ultimo millimetro della mia Pall mall senza filtro.

Il crimine non dorme mai - pensai, guardando la brace spegnersi - ma ultimamente doveva star facendo un pisolino con gli occhi aperti perché nessuno aveva più bussato sulla porta a vetri con su scritto OTAVIRP EROTAGITSEVNI - ZTIWOKCAJ NOMOLOS.

Perlomeno, quello era ciò che leggevo io, dalla parte sbagliata del vetro ma forse la mia vita era proprio quello: sperare che la gente si affidasse a uno che vedeva il mondo come un riflesso distorto della realtà.

Accesi un’altra Pall Mall.

Improvvisamente la porta si spalancò con un tintinnio di vetri polverosi e le gambe più lunghe e lisce di tutta la vecchia Mela portarono dentro una bionda boccolata di fresco, con un golfino aderente e una minigonna così corta che mi pareva di sentire ansimare Padre Connoly a sette isolati di distanza. Le labbra corrucciate sembravano capaci di sbottonare la cerata di un marinaio durante una tempesta col mare a forza nove e quelle tette prepotenti non avevano certo bisogno di un reggiseno per suggerirti di...

Mister Jacowitz... sta parlando a voce alta - fece lei.

Questo è il problema di aver dato le ferie alla mia segretaria - risposi, togliendo i piedi dalla scrivania e tendendo il nodo alla cravatta sgualcita - niente più macchina da scrivere pestata con stizza a coprire il suono dei miei pensieri. Cosa posso fare per lei, Mrs...?

Miss Fiona Birdwisthle - disse lei, premurandosi di stendere con finta noncuranza le dita prive di anello - e lei deve aiutarmi a ritrovare una persona.

- Chi, un fidanzato che ha cambiato idea all’ultimo momento? Un barboncino dimenticato in qualche boutique?

No, Mister Jackowitz - fece lei, una lacrima di rabbia che faceva capolino tra le sue lunghe ciglia vellutate - qualcuno che ha avuto torto su internet!

Sibilai il mio disappunto a denti stretti - Forse dovrebbe rivolgersi alla polizia... io sono solo un investigatore privato e l’ultima volta che mi sono occupato di un caso simile mi sono ritrovato sanguinante in vicolo mentre guardavo il lato sbagliato di un tubo di piombo brandito dall’amministratore di una pagina facebook di complottisti no-vax con 125.000 iscritti.

Ti prego, Solomon! - fece lei, passando al tu e innaffiando il mio cuore tenero con una cascata di lacrime damascate di mascara - Si tratta di un bruto che commenta sempre i miei post e i miei video in modo ironico e senza nemmeno mettermi un like! 

Come si chiama? - chiesi aprendo il cassetto della mia scrivania e facendo scivolare la 38 nella fondina ascellare.

Non lo so... deve aver creato molti profili falsi ma io so che è la stessa persona! Ti scongiuro, Solomon... non posso sopportare l’idea che su internet ci sia qualcuno che abbia torto!

- Bambolina... non sono a buon mercato ma quando si tratta di una bionda triste e in pericolo tolgo il portafoglio dalla tasca destra della giacca e lascio battere forte il cuore. A caso chiuso mi basta una cena romantica e candele lasciate consumare sul tavolo mentre in camera si balla. Ora torna a casa e lasciami fare qualche domanda in giro.

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La notte era calata sulla città che non dorme mai come una battona che annusa il giorno di paga degli scaricatori portuali ma io sapevo dove trovare le giuste informazioni su questo tizio. Solo che a rimestare tra la feccia dei bassifondi qualcosa di puzzolente ti rimane sempre attaccato alla suola e a me non piaceva lustrarmi le scarpe.

La sala scommesse di Bertie a Hell’s Kitchen ti pestava un occhio come un brillante falso incastonato sull’incisivo marcio di un pappone portoricano ma tutti sapevano che quella era solo un’attività di copertura. Bertie era un informatore della polizia postale e dio solo sa quanto le sue conoscenze gli avessero più di una volta salvato il culo... non puoi far chiudere migliaia di profili flaggandoli di segnalazioni e sperare che qualche stronzo disperato non ti venisse a scaricare un canne mozze nel culo.

Trovai Bertie nel suo fumoso ufficio sul retro, circondato da blogger di Only Fans che avevano cliccato ‘Ho 18 anni’ quando erano in seconda media.

Ciao, Bertie - feci io, chiudendomi la porta alla spalle.

Hey, Sol! - starnazzò lui - Se sei venuto per quella storia del furto di profilo, io non c’entro nulla! Voglio dire... non puoi mettere come password 12345 e poi lamentarti che qualcuno ti fotte l’identità. È come chiederlo a voce alta!

Un po’ come tu mi stai chiedendo di massaggiarti le gengive con questo crick? - sibilai io, avanzando verso la scrivania. Le ragazze si dileguarono veloci come se avessero sentito la campanella della ricreazione.

- Eh.. no... calmati Sol, sennò chiamo ad alta voce i fratelli Di Salvo e arrivano qua in un momento a farti il culo!

- Dove credi che abbia preso questo crick, Bertie? Dal bagagliaio della tua Dodge Charger dove ho messo a dormire sogni emicranici i tuoi stupidi gorilla. Tu lo sai chi sto cercando, Bertie?

L’ometto stava sudando e si agitava come il tipo con la tromba in un complesso Mariachi - Senti Sol, te lo giuro su dio... io me ne sono tirato fuori perchè non ne volevo sapere nulla! La persona che stai cercando è poco raccomandabile! Chiunque abbia provato a ribellarsi o a montargli una shitstorm contro adesso riposa in fondo alla baia con un paio di scarpe di cemento! Chiedilo a Edna la Zozzona... sicuramente lei se l’è scopato!

Edna la Zozzona. Se alle puttane intitolassero le vie allora dovrebbero dare il suo nome alla Interstatale 90. Una volta hanno dovuto mandare uno speleologo a recuperare il ginecologo che la stava visitando. Edna la Zozzona... se avevi un cromosoma Y ti aveva scopato. In realtà ti aveva scopato anche se respiravi. O se avevi respirato fino a qualche giorno prima. 

La trovai seguendo il cigolio arrugginito che facevano le sue gambe mentre mostrava la mercanzia tra la Brodway e Madison Avenue. Ciao, Edna - feci io, mantenendomi a distanza di sicurezza dalla ventosa - come vanno gli affari al mercatino dell’usato?

- Quanto sei spiritoso, Solly... eppure non mi sembrava proprio che qualche anno fa tu mi disprezzassi!

- Ti stai confondendo col mio bisnonno, Edna... mi hanno dato il suo nome. Pensa che ha preferito disertare e unirsi all’esercito austro-ungarico che farsi trifolare un’altra volta da te. Ma adesso basta convenevoli... sto cercando un tizio che ha torto su internet. Lo conosci?

- Hai descritto il 99% delle persone che stanno su internet. O perlomeno così afferma l’altro 99%.

- E quell’un per cento invece ha ragione?

- No. Hanno un Motorola Star Tac che non si connette a internet. Comunque cosa ti fa credere che sia un lui? Secondo recenti ricerche il 40% di che perpetra online harassment è di sesso femminile e il gender gap si colma fino quasi a invertirsi se l’oggetto dell’odio è un’altra donna. Oltre a essere più intelligenti noi donne sappiamo essere anche più cattive. Ti ricordi quella battona che stava a Brighton Beach, quella che ebbe un’attacco di dissenteria mentre faceva una gang bang con quel gruppo di seminaristi? Ecco, sul suo profilo Tinder il giorno dopo qualcuno...

La lasciai a parlare da sola, ancora più confuso di prima, quel tipo di confusione che si poteva dipanare solo con una tequila da El Barrio, idea che misi subito in atto.

Mentre ero seduto al bancone e dissertavo tra me e me di massimi sistemi - cioè se si dovesse ciucciare prima il limone o il sale - Miguelito, il proprietario del locale, mi urlò dalla cucina - Soooool! C’è una chiamata per te!

Trangugiai la tequila e presi la cornetta del telefono sul bancone - Pronto.

La voce all'altro capo del filo era quella del sergente Curtis della Squadra Omicidi, che mi doveva un favore per quella soffiata sul fantino zoppo dato trenta a uno (l’avevo azzoppato io).

- Solomon... stai ancora cercando quello che aveva torto su internet? - Cercando ma non trovando, Curtis. - Beh... qualcuno che risponde a quella descrizione è stato appena portato in obitorio. Faresti bene a fare subito un salto.

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L’anatomopatologo tolse il lenzuolo dal corpo e l’illuminazione cruda dei neon non mi risparmiò nemmeno un particolare. 

Lavoro brutale - dissi - ma non da professionisti. Chi gli ha fatto questo aveva un conto in sospeso con il poveraccio ma poi si è lasciato prendere la mano. Se fosse sopravvissuto di sicuro non avrebbe più sbloccato il suo iphone col riconoscimento facciale.

Mister Jackowitz - mi fece il coroner, mordendo nervosamente l’asticella dei suoi occhiali in tartaruga - le posso parlare con franchezza? Non lo scriverei mai tra le cause di morte sul referto autoptico ma anche se all’apparenza il cadavere appartiene a una persona che aveva torto su internet, in realtà io mi sono fatto un’altra idea.

- E cioè?

- Lo sguardo vitreo, le narici dilatate, le escorazioni da tastiera sulla punta delle dita. Questa non è una persona che aveva torto su internet... questa è una persona che voleva avere ragione su internet!

Poi sollevò una busta trasparente - Questo è l’unico effetto personale trovato sul corpo. Una catenella da collo con una lettera. Ha idea cosa possa significare, Mister Jackowitz?

E improvvisamente l’ultimo pezzo del puzzleandò al suo posto, con un rumore simile a quello della porta metallica di una camera a gas che si chiude dietro il condannato 

- Sì... che probabilmente il prossimo cadavere sul suo tavolo sarà il mio.

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Dio stava giocando a biliardo e dai lampi che illuminavano il mio ufficio, subito seguiti dal tremolio dei vetri scossi dal tuono, stava perdendo alla grande. 

La porta cigolò lentamente e poi lei era lì, una silhouette d’ombra, vestita di una pelliccia bianca che nella penombra vibrava di energia elettrostatica. O forse era la carica elettrica sospesa tra noi due, palpabile nell’aria come prima di una tempesta di sesso.

- Solomon... sono venuta appena mi hai chiamato! Hai trovato chi aveva torto su internet?

- Diciamo che l’ho trovato. Interessante che tu ne stia parlando al passato, visto che giace stecchito in obitorio... ma tu non lo potevi sapere.

- Oh, Solomon... allora non potrà farmi più nulla! Sono una donna libera! Libera di postare i miei contenuti originali senza essere più perseguitata dalle critiche!

- Vedi, baby... non so se mi abbia più ferito il fatto che tu mi abbia usato per farlo uscire allo scoperto e arrivare fino a lui per farlo fuori oppure che io ci sia caduto a pie’ pari come un allocco che ha danzato inturgidito al battito delle tue ciglia.

Ma cosa stai dicendo Solomon?! Tu mi hai salvato e io mantengo sempre le mie promesse... - e con un sinuoso gesto delle spalle fece cadere a terra la pelliccia. Sotto indossava solo il piercing all’ombelico. Si avvicinò lentamente e con una mano cominciò ad allentarmi il nodo della cravatta.

- Non era lui ad avere torto, zuccherino... eri tu che non sopportavi l’idea che la sua ragione fosse migliore della tua!

Qualcosa si ruppe nel suo sguardo seducente - Oh ma guarda... sei solo contento di vedermi oppure il duro che senti in mezzo alle gambe è la mia calibro 22 premuta suoi tuoi gioielli di famiglia?

Cristo! - sussurrai - La mossa Kansas City... guardi le tette a destra e non ti accorgi della pistola a sinistra!

- Potevamo essere felici io e te Solomon... avere un profilo condiviso, metterci i like a vicenda. Ma come hai fatto a capirlo?

Allungai una mano e con le dita sollevai il ciondolo che portava al collo - Il tizio morto. Ne aveva uno uguale al collo. Quando sei venuta la prima volta ero troppo distratto dalle tue tette ma poi ho ricordato, quasi troppo tardi.

Quasi?! - sibilò lei di rabbia - Ma È troppo tardi!

- Dimmi, piccola... cosa significa quella t minuscola? Tumblr? Dovevo capire che mi stavo infilando in un covo di narcisisti esagitati che si masturbano l’ego a colpi di reblog...

La pressione della canna della sua 22 aumentò in modo preoccupante - Senti, brutto stronzo! Ho più di 10.000 follower e ogni mio post viene rebloggato perlomeno...

Mi spiace, zuccherino - feci io con tono triste, guardando sopra la sua spalla sinistra.

- Cos...

E la 38 fece fuoco dalla tasca destra della mia giacca.

Fiona lasciò cadere la sua pistola e mi fissò con un oceano di stupefatta incredulità negli occhi - Come hai potuto farmi questo, Solomon? Io... io avevo ragione e lui aveva torto! 

Lei stava andandosene nel regno del grande mistero e avevo poco tempo - Pupa, il paradosso di Popper è un non sequitur concepito per mettere in risalto l’impossibilità di delineare un confine preciso tra il totalitarismo di chi parteggia per un numero sufficiente di persone che abbiano formalmente ragione e la fazione minore di chi invece è incasellato tra coloro che hanno torto ma che in virtù del loro egotismo riflesso contaminano la discussione trasformandola in una schermaglia infinita e sterile dove la reductio ad hitlerum si manifesta fin dalle prime battute.” 

Forse era troppo sottile ma mentre la luce le si spegneva negli occhi credo che alla fine abbia capito.