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To showcase the capacity to hold a retail mania, Dubai is again attracting the people of the world to come, visit, and enjoy the incredible deals.

What a great way to start the new year with Dubai Shopping Festival 2016. May it be in Electronics, Fashion, or Jewelry, people are going to be hyped with dropping prices and exciting offers.

During my two weeks experience as a salesperson in mobile phones, people are crowding in to check on their particulars and see whether it has gone down or has better offerings from other shop then they make a purchase. It is usually jam packed on weekends and lesser on weekdays, also considering that everyday is not payday. But still, the amount of business generated through this festival helps inclination in sales.

Since Dubai doesn't rely on oil, an event like this creates a buzz globally and generates more tourist which will turn into income.

Compared to the country I'm from, this festival is really giving off good discounts and offerings. Because, back there, I don't really see price drop and good offers, only old stocks and some non-moving products.

DSF will end on 1st of February. At the time of writing, we still have 2 more weeks to indulge the wonders of shopping.

The new Huawei Nexus 6P will soon be available in the UAE on its official launching date on December 3, 2015. For orders click here. Stocks are available already.

Soon will post a personal review and feature demo.

For the meantime, this is the reported specifications of the Huawei Nexus 6P.

Android 6.0 Marshmallow
64GB fixed internal memory (only this storage will be available in UAE region)
5.7" Screen in AMOLED (1440x2560)
12MP Rear (2160p), 8MP front Camera
3GB RAM
3450mAh

In UAE Gray will be the only color.

If you are one of those people like me that watches UK X-Factor, you should possibly know the four "pocket rockets" from the Philippines that raised the roof of the Wembley Arena in London during their audition.



Although they were not new to contests, it was still a great milestone to have reached UK audiences. Not to mention that the famous show produces really good talents that are still successful at this time being.

As for me, their last performances were perfect but I was expecting a little more different because I kind of heard it somewhere in some parts of the internet, specially Youtube. Yes it was very polished, but I didn't like the songs chosen. Well I'm no professional, its only my personal opinion.



Lauren Murray on the other hand has this vocal power to really get you confused on who should stay. I guess, that is the same reason the judges were on 'deadlock', leaving the decision to the public's vote. I like how Lauren pulled that 'You don't own me...' song, however I wish there was more body language.



I kind of agree to Cheryl's opinion on how she think the British audience responded that maybe it was because the girls (4th Impact) were too perfect that it felt a little 'perfect'. So, Lauren was spared and 4th Impact was out.





I'm still a fan of the 4th Impact. No worries with their careers because they have already showcased their talents to the world. Opportunity will come their way for sure.

Cebu is one of those cities that I have fell in love with. It is fresh, fashionable, and simply the kind of hustle and bustle that gives you peace at the same time.

A beautiful Sinulog photo from sinulog.myguide.ph

One of the city's highlights is its annual festivity to honor Sr. Sto. Niño. People will crowd the Basilica Minor of Sto. Niño in Cebu City, Philippines. They pray and give thanks to child Jesus.

Different activities are held on this occasion. This includes Miss Cebu, which is one of the prestigious beauty pageant in the country. The firework contest and exhibitions from SM and Ayala malls gives night-walkers' their fill.

But one grand occasion defines it all, the Sinulog festival-- the Grand Parade.

Streets will start to get busy, major roads connecting to Fuente all through-out the Basilica will be closed and people will start to fill it to witness the floats and dancing.

Contingents from different part of the country participate in this street dancing competition organized by the city. It was an amazing experience seeing colorful costumes and props turned into art by traditional dances.

People at night becomes more saturated in General Maxilom area where clubs and street parties are raving. This includes a lot of alcohol and casualties. So a tip, be a responsible person and stay away from things that can ruin your experience.

Schedule of activities are usually ready for people to view two months prior of the said month event. Before I usually take the time to reblog the schedule from the committee's website and facebook page.

Now, I'm physically far from my home country. Hoping to get a lot of pictures on facebook to get envy with.

What's your plan for this coming Sinulog 2016?

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The White Friday Sale is actually UAE's version of America's Black Friday Sale.



This was introduced by the country's leading e-commerce website Suoq.com last year. And the said website has reported growth of sales with the help of their mobile app.

Not to mention that Plug-ins has introduced their own online website in lue of the retail craze. Other online business or even other retailer stores gave off some of their best offers.

This will go on from November 25 to 28.

The United Arab Emirates will celebrates its 44th National Day this December 2, 2015. This is a proud celebration of uniting seven Emirates which was founded on 1971 under Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, whom is the first president.

The Seven Emirates of the United Arab are Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah, Sharjah, and Umm al-Quwain.

Different Activities are to be held, this includes a National Day Parade at the Downtown Dubai, a 7K Walk through Mahammed Bin Rashid Boulevard, sporting events as well such as Flyboard X Dubai World Cup, World Air Games, Masters of Dirt Rally and the Emirates Airline Rugby Sevens.

There will be a National Day Boat parade at the Dubai Marina Yacht Club.

source: Dubai Calendar


As a first timer for this occasion, I find it very exciting and interesting on how this country is so proud of their achievements. I have so much admiration to how they have unified and created a very solid ground for growth and prosper for their people and for me as an expat.