The elegant Bulgari Resort & Residences Dubai opened its doors in December 2017 and in keeping with the brand’s jewellery pieces, the resort epitomises luxury. Located on the private manmade island of Jumeira Bay, it is the latest addition to Bulgari’s luxe hospitality collection. Carved into the shape of a seahorse, Jumeira Bay offers guests an exclusive urban oasis easily accessible to the central Dubai coastline by a 300m adjoining bridge. With a private marina, the Bulgar

The beginning of 2018 saw the 5 per cent value-added tax (VAT) come into force for the United Arab Emirates. As of the 1st January this year, the VAT (also referred to as the goods and sales tax) was levied on most goods and services, particularly those classed as ‘non-essentials’. It is the first time the UAE has introduced direct taxation and, according to Gulf News, it is expected to generate AED12 billion ($3bn USD) from tax revenue in the first year. The income will be u