New family villa escape in Maldives
Anantara Kihavah Maldives Villas' newest residence is now open. The 1,050-square-metre, three-bedroom, beach pool residence is ideal for families, and features an infinity pool and a connection to an adjoining beach pool villa (offering visitors a fourth bedroom option). Anantara Spa treatments can be taken in the privacy of the residence, while the central villa living area features a full multimedia suite. The residence can accommodate up to six adults and six children, and offers two dining pavilions. Residences cost from US$10,890 (Dh40,001) per night, including taxes. For more information, visit www.kihavah-maldives.anantara.com
Travel for a cause with Bhutan trek
Add a conscience to your globetrotting on a charity challenge to Bhutan with the UAE-based Gulf for Good. The Land of the Thunder Dragon challenge sees participants embark on a demanding seven-day trek. Individuals have to raise their own sponsorship, with 50 per cent of proceeds going to EcoFarm Home, an orphanage near Kathmandu, Nepal. The journey starts in Kathmandu, before a flight to Paro, Bhutan, where the trekking begins. Treks will take up to nine hours per day, reaching an altitude of 3,650 metres. Stops on the itinerary include Jele Dzong, Jangchulakha and Thimphu, ending with a visit to EcoFarm back in Kathmandu. Gulf for Good is offering participants free fitness sessions in Dubai ahead of the trip, which runs from April 15 to 23. Sponsorship is a minimum of Dh19,000 per person, with a Dh2,500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee. For more information, visit www.gulf4good.org
Book a staycation at Al Raha Beach Hotel
Grab the family for a weekend away at Al Raha Beach Hotel in Abu Dhabi. With the Weekend Getaway package, GCC residents will receive a one-night stay for two adults and two children – ages 6 and below – in a deluxe guest room, plus a buffet breakfast at Sevilla. Also included is a 40-minute activity, such as kayaking, snorkelling and boating, plus a 20 per cent discount on food and drinks, and treatments at the Body & Soul spa. Prices start from Dh695 per night, including taxes. For more information visit, www.alrahabeach.danathotels.com
Lounge around with British Airways
Travellers flying first class on British Airways from Dubai International Airport now have access to the new Concorde Bar, part of the airline's new lounge on Concourse D. The area provides a private environment in which to unwind before boarding a flight. This is British Airways' second Concorde Bar – the first opened late last year in Singapore. For more information, visit www.ba.com
The specs
AT4 Ultimate, as tested
Engine: 6.2-litre V8
Power: 420hp
Torque: 623Nm
Transmission: 10-speed automatic
Price: From Dh330,800 (Elevation: Dh236,400; AT4: Dh286,800; Denali: Dh345,800)
On sale: Now
The specs
Engine: 2-litre or 3-litre 4Motion all-wheel-drive Power: 250Nm (2-litre); 340 (3-litre) Torque: 450Nm Transmission: 8-speed automatic Starting price: From Dh212,000 On sale: Now
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Five famous companies founded by teens
There are numerous success stories of teen businesses that were created in college dorm rooms and other modest circumstances. Below are some of the most recognisable names in the industry:
- Facebook: Mark Zuckerberg and his friends started Facebook when he was a 19-year-old Harvard undergraduate.
- Dell: When Michael Dell was an undergraduate student at Texas University in 1984, he started upgrading computers for profit. He starting working full-time on his business when he was 19. Eventually, his company became the Dell Computer Corporation and then Dell Inc.
- Subway: Fred DeLuca opened the first Subway restaurant when he was 17. In 1965, Mr DeLuca needed extra money for college, so he decided to open his own business. Peter Buck, a family friend, lent him $1,000 and together, they opened Pete’s Super Submarines. A few years later, the company was rebranded and called Subway.
- Mashable: In 2005, Pete Cashmore created Mashable in Scotland when he was a teenager. The site was then a technology blog. Over the next few decades, Mr Cashmore has turned Mashable into a global media company.
- Oculus VR: Palmer Luckey founded Oculus VR in June 2012, when he was 19. In August that year, Oculus launched its Kickstarter campaign and raised more than $1 million in three days. Facebook bought Oculus for $2 billion two years later.
The specs
Engine: Dual 180kW and 300kW front and rear motors
Power: 480kW
Torque: 850Nm
Transmission: Single-speed automatic
Price: From Dh359,900 ($98,000)
On sale: Now
The specs
Engine: 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo
Power: 398hp from 5,250rpm
Torque: 580Nm at 1,900-4,800rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed auto
Fuel economy, combined: 6.5L/100km
On sale: December
Price: From Dh330,000 (estimate)
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Key facilities
- Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
- Premier League-standard football pitch
- 400m Olympic running track
- NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
- 600-seat auditorium
- Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
- An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
- Specialist robotics and science laboratories
- AR and VR-enabled learning centres
- Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
