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The Flaris LAR 1is a single-pilot, four-passenger personal jet that was revealed at the 2013 Paris Air Show. Projected then to make its virgin flight in 2015, it was not until this July when flight tests began in Poland, following 2 years of ground tests that were completed in June.

The Flaris LAR 1: World’s Smallest Business Jet

Dubbed the “world’s smallest business jet”, the LAR 1 is developed by Metal-Master, a Polish company that is “firmly based in the modern world, focusing on progress and innovation.” Producing technology used in manufacturing automobile parts since 2000, Metal-Master established Flaris in 2012 as its aircraft brand. The company seeks to serve as an “incubator” for structural and technological solutions through its production os S1-category planes.

Private Jets Are Now Passé: The Flaris LAR 1 Personal Jet Fits In Your Garage - The Insider Middle East Dubbed the “world’s smallest business jet”, the LAR 1 developed by Metal-Master has detachable wings that size down the craft enough to fit in a garage. The Flaris LAR 1is a single-pilot, four-passenger personal jet that was revealed at the 2013 Paris Air Show. Projected then to make its virgi...

DON’T YOU WANT TO GET AWAY FROM EVERYTHING SOMETIMES, IN AN ESCAPE-WORTHY WORLD OF YOUR OWN WITH YOUR LOVED ONES?

Imagine a luxury yacht ride in a hypnotic sunset backdrop. How about a desert or beach islands where there isn’t a single soul in sight? If you fancy being marooned on a remote island, a la characters they show in Hollywood films, check out our list of the world’s most expensive private islands that are dripping with luxury and memorable experiences. You’ll be in the middle of luxury, with a host of pampering amenities at your fingertips. Disconnect from technology and people to enjoy a private retreat of your own.

World’s Most Expensive Private Islands Available on Rent - The Insider Middle East Don’t you want to get away from everything sometimes, in an escape-worthy world of your own with your loved ones? Imagine a luxury yacht ride in a hypnotic sunset backdrop. How about a desert or beach islands where there isn’t a single soul in sight? If you fancy being marooned on a remote islan...

THE JAPANESE DINING DESTINATION JUST OPENED IN BVLGARI RESORT DUBAI WITH ONLY NINE SEATS

OPENED LATE LAST YEAR AS ONE OF DUBAI’S MOST ANTICIPATED NEW RESORT DESTINATIONS, BVLGARI RESORT DUBAI IS GIVING US ANOTHER REASON TO PUT THE HOTEL ON OUR MUST-VISIT LIST. ITS NEWEST – AND QUITE POSSIBLY DUBAI’S SMALLEST – DINING VENUE HAS JUST OPENED – HŌSEKI.

Meaning “gemstone” in Japanese, the dining experience is positioned to be just as sought after as the precious baubles given that the restaurant is comprised of just nine seats. While minuscule Michelin-starred tables are par for the course in Japan, this is something new for Dubai where restaurants tend to tumble down multi-level spaces and spread across warehouse-worthy floorplans.

Is Hoseki Dubai’s most exclusive new restaurant? - The Insider Middle East The Japanese dining destination just opened in BVLGARI Resort Dubai with only nine seats Opened late last year as one of Dubai’s most anticipated new resort destinations, BVLGARI Resort Dubai is giving us another reason to put the hotel on our must-visit list. Its newest – and quite possibly Dub...

BEAT THE HEAT AND PAMPER YOURSELF IN MOUNTAIN-TOP LUXURY

As summer approaches and temperatures begin to rise in the Middle East, it can be tempting to flee far and wide to seek cooler climes. What may come as a surprise is that cooler temperatures are closer than you think. Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort offers a refreshing staycation this summer thanks to its mountain location which remains 15 to 20 degrees cooler than the rest of the GCC, making it the perfect place to .

Summer savings for GCC residents at Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhdar Resort - The Insider Middle East Beat the heat and pamper yourself in mountain-top luxury As summer approaches and temperatures begin to rise in the Middle East, it can be tempting to flee far and wide to seek cooler climes. What may come as a surprise is that cooler temperatures are closer than you think. Anantara Al Jabal Al Akhd...

CAESARS PALACE BLUEWATERS DUBAI WILL BE THE WORLD’S SECOND CAESARS PALACE HOTEL

Dubai developer Meraas has signed an agreement with US firm Caesars Entertainment Corporation to open its first two luxury hotels in the Middle East at the upcoming $2.1bn Bluewaters Island development.

The deal, which includes a conference centre and beach club, is the hotel operator’s first under a plan to expand into new markets with licencing and management agreements.

Pictures: Caesars Palace hotels to open at Dubai’s $2.1bn Bluewaters Island - The Insider Middle East Caesars Palace Bluewaters Dubai will be the world’s second Caesars Palace hotel Dubai developer Meraas has signed an agreement with US firm Caesars Entertainment Corporation to open its first two luxury hotels in the Middle East at the upcoming $2.1bn Bluewaters Island development. The deal, which...

THE ATTRACTION WILL BE THE UAE’S SECOND INDOOR THEME PARK

A new Warner Bros (WB) indoor theme park on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island is set to open to the public in July, developer Miral has announced.

Spread across 1.65 million square feet, Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi will feature a total of 29 rides, attractions and live entertainment options.

These will be split over six lands: Metropolis, Gotham City, Cartoon Junction, Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch, and Warner Bros Plaza.

Abu Dhabi’s $1bn Warner Bros theme park to open in July 2018 - The Insider Middle East The attraction will be the UAE’s second indoor theme park A new Warner Bros (WB) indoor theme park on Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island is set to open to the public in July, developer Miral has announced. Spread across 1.65 million square feet, Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi will feature a total of 29 rides, ...

The Dutch DJ, 41, is one of the most-successful DJ-producers in the world and played a major role in popularizing trance music. He has been ranked No.1 in the world in “DJ Mag” a record five times and has consistently been placed in the top five.

Van Buuren is no stranger to the Middle East, having performed in Dubai, Beirut, Bahrain, Jordan and Cairo in the past, but this will be his — and any major international DJ’s — first gig in the Kingdom.

Armin Van Buuren to play Saudi’s first “DJ party” in June - The Insider Middle East Jeddah’s King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) will host one of the world’s biggest DJs on June 17 when Armin Van Buuren performs at what is being billed as Saudi’s “first DJ party.” The Dutch DJ, 41, is one of the most-successful DJ-producers in the world and played a major role in populariz...

Just over 10 years after Dubai acquired it, the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) ocean line – which has been restored as a floating hotel – is set to open.

On April 18, the QE2 will have a soft launch, which will be followed by a more formal opening.

Rooms at the vessel will start at around $163 (AED600), with discounted deals expected in Ramadan, which starts in mid-May.

Floating hotel opened in Dubai - The Insider Middle East The Queen Elizabeth 2 is permanently docked at Port Rashid Just over 10 years after Dubai acquired it, the Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2) ocean line – which has been restored as a floating hotel – is set to open. On April 18, the QE2 will have a soft launch, which will be followed by a …

Black Edition: 2018 Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo
Bold yet graceful, assertive yet elegant, these are some of the design attributes that are most associated with Maserati’s “total black” editions, designed to strike a chord with business leaders and professional executives.

Black Edition: 2018 Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo - The Insider Middle East Constructed with the utmost attention to detail, every Maserati is a true masterpiece of Italian design. Black Edition: 2018 Maserati Ghibli Nerissimo Bold yet graceful, assertive yet elegant, these are some of the design attributes that are most associated with Maserati’s “total black” editio...

Gevora Hotel – the world’s tallest, beating out Sheikh Zayed Road-neighbour JW Marriott Marquis Dubai by a metre – opened this February, and now its pool is open to the public for a refreshing splash as well.

Dive in to Gevora Hotel’s skyscraper pool - The Insider Middle East The pool at the world’s tallest hotel is now open to the public in Dubai Gevora Hotel – the world’s tallest, beating out Sheikh Zayed Road-neighbour JW Marriott Marquis Dubai by a metre – opened this February, and now its pool is open to the public for a refreshing splash as well. Sitting on...

THE MARINA VIEW TERRACE BAR, A REIMAGINED HOTEL SUITE TAKES DAY-CLUBBING TO THE SKIES IN DUBAI

Five Palm Jumeirah, Dubai, The Penthouse - The Insider Middle East THE MARINA VIEW TERRACE BAR, A reimagined hotel suite takes day-clubbing to the skies in Dubai Rising up to the 16th floor of Five Palm Jumeirah, you’ll enter the rarified air of penthouse-dwellers. Originally designed for regal stays, the new year has opened up this sprawling top-floor suite to a...