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Dubai Summer Surprises 2026: Unmissable Deals & Events

  • Make it a Dubai Summer with the ultimate programme of non-stop summer fun, as Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) returns for its 29th edition, bringing only-in-Dubai experiences and hundreds of ways to shop, dine, stay, and play.
  • During DSS 2026, shoppers can enjoy the Great Dubai Summer Sale and Back-to-School retail seasons, with participating brands and retailers offering unmissable discounts.
  • Festival favourites such as 10 Dirham Dish, Summer Restaurant Week, Beat The Heat, Modesh World, spectacular concerts, and incredible hotel and attraction offers return alongside new surprises designed to make every summer moment count.
  • Adding to the exciting line-up are new programmes and experiences, including DSS Luxe Edition, Performing Arts Fest, Back-to-School Carnival, Win Your Home in Dubai, Dine Shop Win, and more mega raffles and pop-up experiences.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 25 June 2026: The wait is nearly over as Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) 2026 returns for its highly anticipated 29th edition from 2 July to 30 August 2026. Over 60 action-packed days, and built around the spirit of “Make it a Dubai Summer”, the emirate will offer a vibrant summer calendar filled with unbeatable deals, exciting entertainment, and unforgettable experiences for residents and visitors alike. 

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Win Your Home: A Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment Initiative

First winner of ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’ initiative announced as citywide homeownership initiative gains momentum

Indian expat Aysha Ameer won the first studio apartment awarded through the citywide ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’ initiative, which will see 12 residential units given away across Dubai.

Left: Mohammed Feras Arayqat (Acting Vice President – Retail Calendar and Promotions at Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment)

Right: Aysha Ameer, first winner of the Win Your Home in Dubai initiative

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 23 June, 2026: An Indian expat resident has become the first winner in the citywide ‘Win Your Home in Dubai’ initiative, walking away with a brand-new studio apartment in Dubai.

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Luxurious Father’s Day Gifts: Ajmal Aurum Elixir Insights

This Father’s Day, Gift the Ultimate Expression of Luxury and Sophistication with Ajmal Perfumes

June 16, 2026 – This Father’s Day, Ajmal Perfumes, a brand renowned for crafting exceptional fragrances, invites you to celebrate the incredible fathers and father figures in your life with a gift of timeless luxury: Aurum Elixir.

Fathers are our anchors, our guides, and our biggest inspirations. Expressing gratitude for their quiet strength and enduring love requires a gift that speaks volumes without a word. Ajmal’s Aurum is designed exactly for that.

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Save 30% with Alshaya’s New Aura Loyalty Programme

ALSHAYA GROUP CELEBRATES UAE WITH EXCLUSIVE LIMITED EDITION AURA LOYALTY PASS, WITH 30% SAVINGS ACROSS 30+ BRANDS

  • Alshaya Group launches UAE exclusive upgrade for its existing and new Aura loyalty programme members
  • Members can enjoy 30% savings across participating brands, including Victoria’s Secret, Starbucks, Shake Shack, Ulta Beauty, H&M and Bath & Body Works
  • Primark included by offering double Aura points on already great prices
  • Using the existing Aura app, members can upgrade for the rest of 2026 with a one-time fee of AED 199
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Beyond Points and Discounts: How Regional Brands Are Building Emotional Loyalty

By Adam Whatling, Chief Commercial Officer, Loylogic

For years, loyalty programs across the region operated on a simple formula: spend more, earn more. Points, vouchers, cashback, and discounts became the currency of customer retention. But in today’s market, where consumers are overwhelmed with choice and increasingly resistant to transactional marketing, that model is rapidly losing its power.

Adam Whatling

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