The rental market in Dubai is getting out of hand - at least, that's what the news seems to suggest. Rental prices have hit staggering highs, with apartment rents being at their highest point since February 2017. What does this mean for landlords and tenants going forward? And could we be on the cusp of a reversal? Simon Boden, Leasing Director of LuxuryProperty.com, examines the latest rental trends. In this episode, we cover: - What the rise in $1 million+ rentals means for the market - How the general market is being impacted by the price increases in prime and super prime - The post-Covid ..read more

Dubai's real estate market is extremely lucrative for professionals from all walks of life, who aim to live the so-called 'Dubai dream' as they market some of the finest homes in the city. But registered brokers number in the tens of thousands - how does any agent stand out and find continued success? Maisie Hopkins, Training and Development Manager at LuxuryProperty.com, has a few tips. In this episode, we cover: - Maisie's background a sales trainer and her experience with BMW - Separating the dream from the reality of working in Dubai real estate - Finding the right brokerage to work for a ..read more

Racing season is almost over and it is going out with a bang, as the final race is schedule on the famous Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi. But a week before that, there is a brand new entry to the race schedule - the Las Vegas Grand Prix. One of the exhibitors at the event is Tyler Price, founder of ExoticWorld cars. Tyler joins the podcast to talk about his relationship with ResortWorld and the Wynn Resorts, what the advent of gaming in the UAE could mean for the country, and more. In this episode, we cover: - How ExoticWorld got involved with the Las Vegas Grand Prix - How the first Wynn Re ..read more

There are some car brands that are better known for design and others that put performance at the forefront - Audi is a brand that does both seamlessly, and is always looking for new ways to innovate. Elmir Arnautovic, the Director of Marketing & Communications for Audi Middle East, talks about the exciting developments that took place over the course of 2021, and the bold vision for the future that Audi will be delivering on over the next few years. In this episode, we cover: - The introduction of Audi's first electric models in the Middle East in 2021 - New concept models that will make ..read more

The real estate market across the world saw an uplift in 2021, especially key markets like Dubai, London and New York. There were over $30bn worth of sales closed in the prime New York market, and 2022 looks to be even bigger. SERHANT, the brokerage firm founded by celebrity realtor Ryan Serhant, took over the marketing and sales of a luxury condominium building in Manhattan known as The Westly. Talia McKinney, who is part of the sales team at SERHANT and specialises in The Westly, comes on the show to talk about what makes this New York's hottest residential project. In this episode, we cover ..read more

The UAE's relationship with coffee goes back decades and is constantly evolving. Sometimes, it feels like there is a new coffeeshop opening up every day. But there are a few that stand out from the rest - Third Wave at Al Barari is just one such example. Yousif Al Hammadi, the founder of Third Wave talks about what it takes to create a unique coffee concept in a dynamic city like Dubai how the coffee experience continues to change, putting more focus on creating the perfect cup for each and every customer. In this episode, we cover: - The concept behind Third Wave and the meaning behind the br ..read more

'Italian bespoke design' is a phrase that captures the very essence of luxury. Italy is one of the world's design powerhouses, whether it is in the world of fashion, automotive, or architecture. And there is one studio that is bringing the very best of Italian home architectural design to Dubai - Made in Italy 360, founded by Gratziela Gerkens. In this episode, Gratziela discusses her unique vision and her journey from designing penthouses in Europe to designing some of Dubai's finest mansions. In this episode, we cover: - Made in Italy 360's latest project, the gorgeous Villa Blanca in Dubai ..read more

In this episode Elena Weber, Founder of Icons Coffee Couture, talks about establishing a new type of coffeeshop experience in Dubai and selling the most expensive coffee in the world ..read more

The 11th edition of Dubai's most exciting golf tournament - the DP World Tour Championship - is on from the 21st to the 24th of November at Jumeirah Golf Estates. Stephen Hubner, Director of Golf at Dubai Golf, was at the JGE Clubhouse on opening day to talk about the tournament, Dubai's love of the sport and what we can expect in the city's golfing future ..read more

What do Kate Winslet, Amy Adams, Demi Lovato and Kim Kardashian-West have in common? They have all, at some point, worn a piece of jewellery crafted by the prestigious diamond house Mouawad. One of the house's Co-Guardians and the head of its retail operations, Pascal Mouawad, comes by the show during a brief visit to Dubai and tells us what makes the name Mouawad stand head and shoulders above the rest ..read more