David Guetta to perform an online show from the helipad of Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel

Chart-topper David Guetta will perform an online show from the helipad of Dubai's Burj Al Arab hotel.

Streaming on his social media channels, including Facebook and YouTube, from 6pm on February 6, the rooftop destination will provide a stunning panoramic backdrop of Dubai as the French EDM DJ spins hits such as I Gotta Feeling, Titanium and Memories.

The concert also aims to raise funds for Unicef and Dubai Cares’ campaign Education Uninterrupted, which supports education and distance learning for children, students and teachers affected by the pandemic.

Guetta's Dubai stop forms part of his United At Home concert series, as part of which he teams up with humanitarian organisations to perform streamed sets from various picturesque locations.

The campaign kicked off in April 2020, when he delivered a poolside show overlooking Downtown Miami and the waters of Biscayne Bay. The event was well-received with 25 million and 17 million views on YouTube and Facebook respectively.

Guetta followed it a month later with another show at New York City's Top of the Rock Observation Deck at Rockefeller Centre. With 24 million streams, the show aimed to raise funds for Covid-19 relief efforts.

Perhaps, the most stunning of all was Guetta's freezing New Year's Eve gig at the Louvre in Paris, during which he gave a euphoric set on the empty concourse of the beautifully lit museum.

With Guetta presently the reigning number one spinner on the prestigious DJ Mag Top 100 list, the man is on top of his game. His show on top of one of Dubai's most recognisable landmarks serves to underscore his status.

David Guetta performs live from Dubai; Saturday, February 6; 6pm onwards; davidguetta.com

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If you go...

Fly from Dubai or Abu Dhabi to Chiang Mai in Thailand, via Bangkok, before taking a five-hour bus ride across the Laos border to Huay Xai. The land border crossing at Huay Xai is a well-trodden route, meaning entry is swift, though travellers should be aware of visa requirements for both countries.

Flights from Dubai start at Dh4,000 return with Emirates, while Etihad flights from Abu Dhabi start at Dh2,000. Local buses can be booked in Chiang Mai from around Dh50

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Tips on buying property during a pandemic

Islay Robinson, group chief executive of mortgage broker Enness Global, offers his advice on buying property in today's market.

While many have been quick to call a market collapse, this simply isn’t what we’re seeing on the ground. Many pockets of the global property market, including London and the UAE, continue to be compelling locations to invest in real estate.

While an air of uncertainty remains, the outlook is far better than anyone could have predicted. However, it is still important to consider the wider threat posed by Covid-19 when buying bricks and mortar.

Anything with outside space, gardens and private entrances is a must and these property features will see your investment keep its value should the pandemic drag on. In contrast, flats and particularly high-rise developments are falling in popularity and investors should avoid them at all costs.

Attractive investment property can be hard to find amid strong demand and heightened buyer activity. When you do find one, be prepared to move hard and fast to secure it. If you have your finances in order, this shouldn’t be an issue.

Lenders continue to lend and rates remain at an all-time low, so utilise this. There is no point in tying up cash when you can keep this liquidity to maximise other opportunities.

Keep your head and, as always when investing, take the long-term view. External factors such as coronavirus or Brexit will present challenges in the short-term, but the long-term outlook remains strong.

Finally, keep an eye on your currency. Whenever currency fluctuations favour foreign buyers, you can bet that demand will increase, as they act to secure what is essentially a discounted property.