Nestled off the coast of Abu Dhabi on the island of Nurai, Zaya Nurai Island has beckoned elite luxury travelers from across the globe who jet to the opulent and incredibly secluded via helicopter and boat. The premier island retreat is everything that is haute in destination travel, flush with stunning views of endless turquoise waters, the poshest of amenities and uber-attentive staff who mind the smallest of details.

Haute weekend roundup in the UAE featuring sightings of Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, the 2015 Dubai Motor Show, Bentley, Rolls Royce, Montblanc, The World Noor Foundation benefit at Bayan Tree Al Wadi and Katy Perry performing for VIP guests at the Palm.

Diwali is upon us once again. Wondering what some of the most haute ways to celebrate the five day Festival of Lights in Dubai and the UAE are? Look no further than our Top 5, featuring Cartier, Armani Hotels, Dior, Mint Leaf of London and Chanel.

The Dubai Airshow was one of many events that occurred over a haute weekend in the UAE.

On December 15, 2015, Princess Reema’s 10KSA will gather over 10,000 women at an event in Riyadh that will combine education and activities, as well as the formation of the World’s Largest Humanitarian Ribbon.

Be sure to visit these fabulous exhibitors during Design Week 2015 in Dubai.

Boston’s Michael Ross is a public servant with his first attempt at running for mayor under his belt. He also contributes to the Boston Globe and Boston Magazine, with his first national piece for Politico underway. Presently a commercial real estate attorney, he discusses all that is to love about his favorite spots in Boston.

It was a haute weekend in Dubai. Madame Butterfly tickets are available, Dubai Watch Week, Gordon Ramsay’s new Dubai eatery and GITEX 2015 wrapped up.

Daveeda Shaheen, author of The Finjan, cultural advocate and global citizen takes a moment to discuss her favorite Dubai Haute Secrets.