New world-class brands arrive at Al Ghurair City during DSS 2006

A number of retail stores representing world-class brands have made their debut in the UAE at Al Ghurair City including women's fashion brands La City from France and La Chateau from Canada; fashionable lingerie store La Vien Rose; international fashion accessory store Bonita; children's fashion wear Claire Kids, and food outlet Pollo Ranchero, who are well-known for their Latino-flavoured chicken food products.

Other new stores that have opened during the past month at Al Ghurair City are Aptec Mobile, the leading distributor of telecommunication products across the MENA region; Boboli, the top Spanish fashion brand for children, and Girandola, the renowned children's fashion brand from Portugal, which have been brought to the mall by leading fashion retailer, the WHM Group. Al Ghurair City is the first location in Dubai for both Boboli and Girandola. These brands have joined other famous local and international brands that arrived earlier at Al Ghurair City.

Mukta Sabharwal, a spokesperson for Al Ghurair City said:

"Dubai Summer Surprises has made shopping an exciting experience even during the summer months. The opening of new stores at Al Ghurair City has widened the choice of international and local brands for DSS shoppers. At present there are more than 200 stores at Al Ghurair City, and the arrival of several more unique brands over the next few months will further enhance the mall's position as a top destination for shopping in Dubai".

A variety of merchandise ranging from successful home-grown brands to world-renowned brands, traditional wear to international fashion and lifestyle has made Al Ghurair City a favourite of shoppers, who visit the UAE from around the world.

Other well-known local and international brands at Al Ghurair City include Mexx, Giordano, Calvin Klein, Daniel Hetcher, Springfield, Cartoon Fashion, Mothercare, Esprit, Ecco shoes, Bhs, Guess, Levi's, French Connection, Jashanmal, Damas Jewellery, Paris Gallery, Red Earth, Plug Ins, 2XL Furniture, Jennyfer, Charme, Laurent, Verona, Sweet Lady, Hanayen, Rivoli, Nine West, King of Gaharu, Yateem Opticians, Al Jaber Optical Centre, Starbucks, Baskin Robbins, Gerard, Nandos, Chillis, Fish & Co, and more.

At Al Ghurair City, the line-up of DSS activities has been arranged to provide families a fun atmosphere during each DSS "Surprises", where children can showcase their entertaining and educational skills at interactive events, ice cream competitions, and much more.

Al Ghurair City is also offering DSS shoppers spending a minimum of Dhs.200, or multiples thereof, the chance to win up to Dhs.5 million in prizes under the Shopping Escapade promotion organised by the Dubai Shopping Malls Group. Lucky shoppers can win Dhs. 50,000 daily and a grand prize of a luxury apartment at the end of DSS in September.

International retailers said they were moving into Al Ghurair City because of its transformation into a premier quality family shopping location in Dubai. The first shopping mall to be opened in the Middle East, Al Ghurair City, today offers an array of exciting choices, features and facilities. The mall is a harmonious blend of enclosed and high-street shopping, exciting streetscapes, and provides the best of entertainment and a themed food court. The Al Ghurair City experience has been culturally enhanced through its modern Arabic design and architecture reflecting the local heritage and traditions, while at the same time providing a modern setting that comes with comfort and convenience for shoppers.