Lovin Dubai Newsletter August 14

Happy hump day! 💪 It’s smack-dab the middle of the week and Lindsay Lohan and brilliant bosses are on Dubai’s radar today. Keep on readin’

NEWS

An Employee Praised Her Former Emirati Boss Who Showed Her Compassion During A Personal Crisis

• In a LinkedIn post, a Dubai resident shared a memory she had of her former Emirati boss who showed her tremendous compassion 😍

• She said she rejoined the office after travelling abroad for her mother’s funeral. Upon her return, HR told her they would deduct from her salary as she exceeded her allocated paid leave. But her boss didn’t stand for it.

• She used up all her PTO (paid time off) for her parents. She went on to say her mother was going through rounds of chemo and had to be there to support her.

• Her boss vouched for her to get paid time off so she could take care of herself and take the time to heal 🥲

SHARABLES

🍿Sharable bits and tips! 

• If you’re reading this from Abu Dhabi or Dubai then congratulations because you live in one of the safest cities in the world!

• 📹 Happy Independence Day to Pakistan 🇵🇰 Residents celebrated in Dubai streets last night and the vids look amazing 🎉

• Residents spotted a new toll gate being installed on Al Khail Road yesterday 👀

• HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is vacationing in London right now and an Emirati poet saw him and decided to recite some poetry to His Highness 😍

NEWS

Jamie Lee Curtis Says Dubai Is Where Lindsay Lohan Found Herself

• In an interview with Entertainment Tonight, Jamie Lee Curtis speaks about Lindsay Lohan in total admiration, applauding her decision to move to Dubai all alone and find out who she is.

• The Hollywood star shifted to Dubai and lived alone for 5 years before meeting her Kuwaiti husband and Dubai resident Bader Shammas. They’ve been happy Dubai residents ever since and even proud parents!

• In a Vogue interview a while ago, Lindsay herself said that Dubai helped her to achieve a “sense of calm” and taught her how to set boundaries.

IN COLLABORATION WITH PUBLSH

From AED 2,500 A Month To Leading A Top Media Agency: How Two Friends’ 18-Hour Workdays Are Achieving Their Dubai Dream

• Taking a Bold Leap: Kushal Desai traded his cosy job in India for a one-way ticket to Dubai, diving headfirst into the city of dreams with just a 3-month visa and a suitcase full of ambition ✨

• The Power of Persistence: After five tough months and countless interviews, Kushal finally snagged a job just 10 days before his visa expired—proving that the hustle in Dubai can be as relentless as the heat.

• Door-to-Door Grit: Sagar Chotrani’s sales journey began with lugging 15 kgs of Yellowpages through Dubai’s summer streets—an experience that toughened him up for the road ahead 💪

• A Golden Opportunity: 🏆 In the chaos of 2020, Kushal and Sagar saw a unique chance in a crowded market. They left their corporate gigs, rolled up their sleeves, and launched Publsh—turning startup dreams into reality.

• Innovation with a Punch: Publsh is set to shake up the GCC with Publsh.ai, a DIY PR platform that promises results, proving that in a city of relentless innovation, it pays to think outside the box!

IN COLLABORATION WITH UNISAT

Make Smart Savings At Unisat Emirates Throughout The Year

• Unisat Emirates in Ajman is a renowned destination for great savings, offering unbeatable deals all year round 🤩

• With a vast selection of products from wines to spirits, these deals are sure to impress 🍹

• Shop at this convenient liquor store without a license 👏

• FREE home delivery is available in Ajman on orders above AED200 (orders will be accepted until 11pm for same-day delivery).

• Find their location HERE!

IN COLLABORATION WITH PARFUMIX

People Are Obsessing Over This Dubai Perfume Brand

• Ever wondered what makes a fragrance truly unforgettable? In the heart of Dubai, Parfumix is answering that question with a splash of elegance and innovation ✨

• These long-lasting scents are literally fab! So, what’s the secret? Well, the brand is committed to quality and a collection of top-notch ingredients sourced from around the globe 🌎

• Parfumix is dedicated to sustainability, using responsibly sourced ingredients and eco-friendly packaging 🍀

• Now with over 10 locations now in the UAE, Bahrain, and Oman, Parfumix is making luxury more accessible. And they’re expanding even further…

• Where? Shop: 6 Kuwait Masjid , Behind Gold Souq Al Soor Street , Degaya, Deira, Dubai 🛍

COMMTEXT

👀 Out of Commtext

When you see someone you know on the Lovin Dubai Instagram feed, you’re bound to have the same reaction as Fadie! 😍

MERCH

🌞 Lovin Merch: Summer Picks!

• When you’re out, running errands and simply Lovin your life, you have your handy dandy flask to keep your drinks cool. You’ve got your cap to shade you from the sun, your notebook to record your brightest ideas.


• Anything and everything that’ll remind you that you’re lovin’ life, there’s a Lovin Merch product for you.


• Click here to add them goodies to your cart.

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