Retail partners from retail business groups have reported the importance of major festivals and events throughout the year targeting different segments of shoppers.
Dubai's annual retail calendar for 2020, which has recently been unveiled, includes 18 major festivals and events organized over a period of 248 days, coinciding with the global retail and fashion calendar, will contribute to improving the experience of residents and visitors to the city. The emirate, as well as contributing to the strengthening of Dubai's economy.
“The retail sector in Dubai is one of the pillars of the UAE economy, and Nakheel Malls continues to play a key role in strengthening its position as a leading global shopping, dining and entertainment destination.
“The year 2020 will be exceptional with the launch of Expo 2020 Dubai, and we look forward to strengthening our close relationship with Dubai Festivals and Retail over the next 12 months, with the opening of new destinations such as Nakheel Mall in Palm Jumeirah and the expansion and improvement of our retail outlets. International fame, such as (Ibn Battuta Mall) and (Dragon Market) ».
Fouad Mansour Sharaf, Director General of Property Management (UAE, Bahrain and Oman), Mall of the Emirates, Majid Al Futtaim Properties, said: “Dubai Festivals and Retail has always played a pivotal role in transforming Dubai into a global shopping and entertainment destination. With Dubai Tourism's vision, we support it through our network of shopping centers that focus on customers. We look forward to a special year ahead of us with many retail events and events, starting with the Dubai Shopping Festival 2020. ”
`` We have a close relationship with Dubai Festivals and Retail, and as a local retail group with a range of brands, we focus on customers at the heart of everything we do, '' said Renuka Jagtiani, Chairman and CEO of Landmark Group. We also offer a range of tailor-made packages to meet the needs of our local customers and visitors alike, based on the annual retail calendar. ”
“We are keen to keep Dubai's retail sector growing and growing, and we will continue to contribute to delivering exciting events and promotions to shoppers as part of Dubai's annual retail calendar for 2020, as well as helping to drive growth,” said Nilesh Vid, Chairman of Apparel Group. The tourism sector, and the enhancement of Dubai's position as a preferred global shopping destination ».
Mohammed Baqer, Vice Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Gulf Marketing Group, said: “Dubai is home to a diverse retail market, which is full of promising opportunities for companies and organizations of all sizes. Rich in many distinctive elements and creative ideas ». Timothy Ernst, Al-Futtaim Group's Retail and Entertainment Director, said: “With Expo approaching for the first time in the Middle East on Dubai in 2020, we look forward to providing unforgettable experiences to our visitors from around the world in Dubai.”
Expo 2020 Dubai
Meraas Holding is set to offer visitors a unique experience at Expo 2020 Dubai. "Our destinations aim to offer a wide range of great experiences to residents and visitors," said Sally Yacoub, the chief executive officer of Meraas.
“As the year 2020 is an exceptional year for Dubai, Meraas plans to host a number of world-class events and activities for tourists from all over the world to visit Expo 2020, which will be organized at our beach, cultural and urban destinations. Multiple, including City Walk, La Mer, The Beach, Kate Beach, The Outlet Village, Box Park, Al Seef, Bluewaters, and Exit. Visitors will also have unforgettable experiences in our entertainment options including The Green Planet, Hub Zero, Mattel Play Town, Laguna Water Park and Roxy Cinema. ”