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Flat / Apartment for sale in Braintree
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Justin left high and dry
Justin left high and dry Amanda Fisher and Amira Agarib / 6 May 2013 Dubai authorities made a “special rule” allowing underage Justin Bieber into a top nightclub, but the pop sensation promptly left after being denied alcohol, performing an ‘illegal’ car manoeuvre on his way out, according to the club. Bieber, in town for concerts on Saturday night and last night, left club Movida, located in the Radisson Royal Hotel along Shaikh Zayed Road, in dramatic fashion about 2.15am on Friday morning, surfing on the rooftop of an SUV as it rode away, club manager Richard Haddon said. “There were a lot of people who were outside (watching)…he obviously knows how to get publicity.” In accordance with Dubai traffic laws, riding an SUV is an offence. But a Dubai police official denied knowledge of the incident involving the singer at the nightclub and his alleged stunt on the road, which he said was a violation. “Laws are applicable to all residents and visitors; only residents can obtain an alcohol licence,” he said. Most clubs do not ask for proof of age, the police official said and confirmed that 21 was the minimum drinking age in bars, nightclubs and restaurants. Haddon said while he did not witness Justin’s manoeuvre, and could not comment on how dangerous it was, he “wouldn’t recommend it” to other patrons. The 19-year-old, who is two years too young to enter clubs or drink alcohol, in line with Dubai rules, has been implicated in a string of unfavourable incidents in recent months, including repeatedly playing concerts late — again beginning his first Dubai show two hours late, prompting concerns from some parents — trying to smuggle a capuchin monkey into Germany, and getting photographed smoking what appears to be marijuana. Bieber arrived in Movida about 1.30am with an entourage of about 20, including his security, Haddon said, and seemed in good spirits. “He enjoyed himself.” Haddon said Bieber had spent some time in the middle of the club as he walked through to use the washroom. “The crowd loved it, normally with celebrities they tend to go straight to the (VIP) table.” However, he did not interact with other club-goers, as “he had four decent-sized security guards around him all night,” Haddon said. Movida, which also has a club in London renowned for drawing in A-list celebrities, had attracted big names such as 50-Cent, Usher and Nicki Minaj to the Dubai club in the year it had been open, he said. Haddon would not reveal which authority had given the exemption, though he said it was the first time such a move had ever been taken by Movida. When contacted, the Dubai Municipality and Dubai Events and Promotion Establishment also denied being the authority that had authorised the move. “Part of the stipulation was (Bieber) wasn’t allowed to consume alcohol…and that was the reason why in the end he left,” Haddon said. Bieber had started off on soft drinks, but left after three quarters of an hour when he was denied alcohol. “It was a bit of a surprise (he left). The rest of the people in his group were all over 21 and they were drinking.” Haddon said Bieber’s management, who appeared to be trying to keep the increasingly volatile teen heartthrob on a “short leash”, were made aware of the no-alcohol policy well in advance of the evening. “He’s obviously one of those people who his management don’t find easy to control.” Haddon said celebrity appearances were organised through contacts in concert promotion, with Movida cornering the “celebrity market” in Dubai. “Whenever they’re bringing big stars into town, they generally let us know in advance if they’re looking to party.” A spokeswoman for Done Events, the company looking after Bieber’s Dubai trip, said she could not comment on his antics outside the show. “Anything he did he did was on his own accord.” It would be difficult to tell the songster to avoid going out while in Dubai, “because he’s Justin Bieber”, but the company would have given him advice to avoid hot water had he asked, she said. “We obviously can’t control him and if he wants to go out and sightsee we can guide him in the general direction…but things like clubbing etc, we don’t promote and we didn’t offer for him to do that. “He is free to do what he wants.” news@khaleejtimes.com Continue reading
Wyndham Hotel Group Announces First Wyndham Hotel in the U.A.E.
World’s largest hotel company with over 7,000 hotels aligns with British developer The First Group DUBAI (May 5, 2013) – Wyndham Hotel Group, the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,380 hotels and part of Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (NYSE: WYN), today announced plans for the first Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts property in the United Arab Emirates following the signing of an agreement with Sigma III Limited, a subsidiary of British-owned developer The First Group, to manage its impressive 33-storey building in the Dubai Marina. Currently under development, the Wyndham Dubai Marina is expected to open within the next three years with 497 guest rooms including 251 luxurious suites. The hotel will also comprise nearly 6,800 square feet of food and beverage outlets, including all-day-dining and speciality restaurants, as well as a coffee shop, an executive lounge and a bar. Alongside meetings and conference space, the hotel will also offer almost 2,500 square feet of spa and leisure facilities including a gym and outdoor pool with a pool bar. “We’re very excited to be bringing our namesake Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand to Dubai, following its successful introduction to the region through the spectacular Wyndham Grand Regency Doha,” said Rui Barros, senior vice president and managing director Europe, Middle East and Africa, Wyndham Hotel Group. “I have no doubt that Wyndham Dubai Marina will be another superb addition to the brand, which we are already growing in key cities throughout the Middle East.” In addition to the Wyndham Grand Regency Doha, which opened in 2011, Wyndham Hotel Group has already announced the development of two Wyndham Hotels and Resorts properties in the Middle East. The Wyndham Grand Manama and Wyndham Grand Riyadh are both anticipated to open by the end of next summer. This will further strengthen the hotel group’s diverse portfolio throughout the Middle East which already consists of more than 30 hotels and over 6,100 rooms ranging from economy right through to upper-upscale. “The First Group is proud to be collaborating with such a renowned name in the global hotel industry on one of our most prestigious hotel developments to date,” commented Danny Lubert, co-founder and joint chairman of The First Group. “We are excited to be partnering with Wyndham Hotel Group on the first Wyndham Hotels and Resorts property in the U.A.E.” “We are delighted to have Wyndham Hotel Group on board and are certain this partnership will be a huge success,” agreed Gary Shepherd, co-founder and joint chairman of The First Group. “Wyndham Dubai Marina adds to our dynamic portfolio of hotel projects across the U.A.E. and Africa and we look forward to watching this stunning project take shape.” The Wyndham Hotels and Resorts brand is also experiencing strong growth outside of the Middle East. On March 01, 2013 alone, Wyndham Hotel Group added eight hotels under the Wyndham Hotels and Resorts flag in major markets across the U.S. through a deal with FelCor Lodging Trust, Inc. as well as opening 11 Wyndham Hotels and Resorts properties across Germany as part of a strategic partnership with Grand City Hotels, with seven more hotels still set to join the brand. This partnership will see a total of 43 hotels and more than 5,400 rooms rebranded under Wyndham Hotel Group flags in Germany, Belgium and the Netherlands over the next two years. About Wyndham Hotels and Resorts Wyndham Hotels and Resorts, LLC, offers upscale hotel and resort accommodation throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, Europe, the Middle East and China. All Wyndham® hotels are either franchised by the company or managed by Wyndham Hotel Management, Inc., one of its affiliates or through a joint-venture partner. Additional information and reservations for all Wyndham hotels are available by visiting www.wyndham.com. About Wyndham Hotel Group Wyndham Hotel Group, part of the Wyndham Worldwide (NYSE:WYN) family of companies, is the world’s largest hotel company with approximately 7,380 hotels and 631,800 rooms in 66 countries under the hotel brands: Wyndham® Hotels and Resorts, Ramada®, Days Inn®, Super 8®, Wingate by Wyndham®, Baymont Inn & Suites®, Microtel Inn & Suites® by Wyndham, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham®, TRYP by Wyndham®, Howard Johnson®, Travelodge® and Knights Inn®. In addition, the company has licence agreements to franchise the Planet Hollywood Hotels, Dream® and Night® brands and provide management services globally. All hotels are independently owned and operated excluding certain Wyndham, Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham and TRYP by Wyndham hotels as well as certain international Ramada, Days Inn and Super 8 hotels, which may be managed by one of the affiliates of Wyndham Hotel Group. Wyndham Hotel Group is based in Parsippany, N.J., United States. Additional information is available at www.wyndhamworldwide.com. For more information about hotel franchising opportunities visit www.whgdevelopment.com or email development.EMEA@wyn.com. About The First Group The First Group is an internationally acclaimed British-owned global property development company based in Dubai, specialising in delivering property solutions to meet the demands of the international property investor market. The group has a proud history of over 25 years’ experience and success and offers innovative and unparalleled hotel and property investment opportunities in the U.A.E. and Africa. With offices spanning Dubai, Moscow, Almaty, Kazan, Astana, Abuja and Lagos, The First Group continues to produce and develop bespoke property investments in some of the world’s most desirable locations. For more information visit www.thefirstgroup.com. About The First Group Asset Management (TFG Asset Management): The First Group’s Asset Management is dedicated to dealing with every aspect of a completed development, to ensure investors enjoy maximum returns on their property. Once a project is complete, the TFG Asset Management team takes over from Client Services to manage the entire rental process, including marketing, tenant liaison, guaranteed leasing, contracts and finances, whilst also working in partnership with hotel management companies such as Wyndham Hotel Group. # # # Continue reading
