Emirati Women’s Day falls on 28 August, and Ajman Tourism has an exclusive offer to make women feel special. Those looking to unwind in luxury can make use of the exclusive summer campaign. The ‘Ajman, Your Joyful Summer Staycation’ includes a variety of interesting activities, staycations and competitive deals for UAE residents. Meanwhile, here are 7 Summer Staycation Deals In Dubai Where Kids Can Stay For FREE.
The Ajman, Your Joyful Summer Staycation’ Deal
Ajman Tourism’s exclusive deal for women kicks off on Friday, 28 August and will run until 5 September. Emirati women who make a breakfast reservation for two to get one additional breakfast for free. This gives all Emirati women the chance to celebrate the occasion with their female relatives or friends. In addition, guests can also savor international cuisine, avail SPA and wellness treatment offers, participate in sports activities at Al Zorah Natural Reserve, enjoy culture, adventures and much more. The hotels offering the deal include Ajman Saray, Ajman Hotel, Radisson Blu and Fairmont Ajman. Prior booking is required. And in case you’re looking for more staycation options, here are 5 Gorgeous Staycations In The UAE For 2020.
The Theme For This Year’s Emirati Women’s Day
Launched by Sheikha Fatima in 2015, Emirati Women’s Day also coincides with the founding of the UAE’s General Women’s Union that was launched on August 28, 1975. The theme for this year is “Preparing for the next 50 years: Women are the support of the nation”.
Flow Talk Series to celebrate International Women’s Day 2020
Ahead of the fifth Emirati Women’s Day, Flow, a health-conscious eatery and creative hub in Jumeirah Emirates Towers, is hosting a dedicated digital edition to shine the spotlight on four female Emirati visionaries.
Running between 4pm to 6pm, the digital series will highlight the contribution UAE national women play in shaping the country’s ongoing development. The open-to-all sessionwill feature four dedicated IG takeovers for a duration of 15 minutes each via the @flowdubai Instagram page with topics designed to engage, unite, and involve communities across the Emirates.
Meet The Futurists
1. Marwa Al Hashemi, 3 pm
Kicking off the series is oneof the original stars of AYA, a hit YouTube series aimed at the generation Z audiences in the GCC and wider Middle East. Al Hashemi is a professional endurance horse racer and part-time actor and model. An international relations graduate, Al Hashemi has also participated in the Sheikh Sultan bin Zayed Al Nahyan Festival Cup for ladies and in the 120-kilometer Emirates Heritage Club Cup – but has her sights set on even greater feats. Attracted by the inspiring nature of the YouTube show, Al Hashemi is most excited about AYA’s novel approach and its creative fashion challenges. Rarely relying on external inspiration, A Hashemi boasts an innate understanding of style and has lofty dreams of being a globally-recognised fashion icon known for her distinct style and as a positive inspiration to Gen-Z followers.
2. Aida Al Busaidy, 3:45 pm
With over 17 years’ experience, Al Busaidy is a renowned personality in the communications and marketing field. Having started her career in public relations before working with semi-government entities in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, Al Busaidy is currently the Director, C2C Campaigns – Marketing Management at Dubai Tourism. Al Busaidy is also a columnist with several publications and co-hosted a local TV show “Her Say” from 2008 – 2009 on Dubai TV. A passionate advocator for women’s rights and social issues, Al Busaidy is currently working on her first children’s’ book, which is set to launch before the end of the year.
3. E. Dr. Sara Al Madani, 4:30 pm
Sara Al Madani is a well-recognised name across multiple fields including fashion, beauty, entertainment, and more recently, technology. Inspired to start her own business at the age of 15, Al Madani’s success as a young entrepreneur and business woman has propelled her into the spotlight as an inspiration to both Emirati and expat women. Al Madani is an accomplished speaker having participated in over 200 engagements, including frequent fireside talks at universities, colleges, and institutes.
4. Ahlam Bolooki, 5 pm
The Director of the Emirates Festival of Literature – the Middle East’s largest celebration of the written and spoken word – Bolooki has a mission to encourage everyone to read for pleasure. Responsible for devising the strategy to curate a diverse, inclusive and enlightening Festival programme that appeals to audiences of all ages and backgrounds, Bolooki is also the Co-founder of Mangroves 4 Mankind, a licensed social enterprise established in the UAE with the aim to combat climate change by conserving and restoring mangrove ecosystems in every coastal city around the world.
