Hospitality
Dubai Helishow 2024: Global Leaders to Showcase Cutting-Edge Innovations in VTOL, UAV, and Helicopter Sectors
With just one month to go, the highly anticipated Dubai Helishow 2024 is set to open its doors from October 22-24, 2024, at the Spectacular Skydive Dubai, bringing together global leaders in the VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing), UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle), and Helicopter industries.
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, and Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and Ruler of Dubai, this exclusive exhibition will serve as a platform for industry professionals, military leaders, innovators, and business owners to explore the latest technological advancements and emerging trends in the region’s rapidly growing vertical aviation market.
Alongside the exhibition, the Dubai Heliconference 2024 will feature a series of insightful talks, panel discussions, and keynotes, focusing on critical innovations in hybrid and electric helicopters, AI integration, UAV combat operations, civil aviation, and much more. This high-profile event provides a unique opportunity to gain valuable insights into future trends and establish key connections.
Maysoon Abulhoul, Chief Operating Officer of Domus Group, the organisers of Dubai Helishow 2024, emphasised the strategic value of the event:
“Dubai Helishow 2024 is on track to be our most impactful edition yet. The exhibition will not only spotlight cutting-edge advancements in vertical flight but also serve as a crucial hub for strategic networking and business opportunities with industry leaders. For any serious player in the helicopter and UAV sector, this event offers an invaluable platform to connect, collaborate, and gain a competitive edge.”
Sharief Fahmy, Executive Director of Kaman Middle East, highlighted the show’s importance in reaching the right audience:
“Dubai Helishow is the ideal exhibition and conference for us to engage directly with our key visitor profile; – military officials, civil aviation professionals, police authorities, firefighting, search and rescue aviation operators, This event allows us to showcase the latest technologies and stay connected with those shaping the future of the UAV, VTOL, and helicopter sectors.”
Preliminary Dubai Heliconference 2024 Agenda Highlights –
The Dubai Heliconference 2024 will run concurrently with the exhibition and features industry leading experts discussing key topics such as:
· Hybrid and Electric Helicopters (eVTOL) – Market readiness and future prospects.
· Military Helicopter Technologies – Stealth, advanced avionics, and enhanced surveillance capabilities.
· AI Integration in Helicopters – AI-based navigation, control systems, and safety enhancements.
· Drones in Military Operations – A highly topical subject in international debates, focusing on Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicles (UCAVs) and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance)
· Drones Swarm Drone Technologies – Coordinated tactical operations using drone swarms.
Attendees can expect over 45 expert speakers, 400 conference attendees, and 100 exhibitors presenting cutting-edge innovations across the civil, military, rescue, and commercial aviation sectors. The event also promises an unparalleled networking environment, attracting over 7,000 visitors.
Hospitality
SKYLINE DRAW AT LEVEL 43 SKY LOUNGE
Level 43 Sky Lounge introduces Skyline Draw, a new weekly social media-driven promotion offering guests with a selected surname a complimentary first drink and 30% off their total bill. The winning surname will be announced every Monday at 12:00 PM via the venue’s Instagram Stories.
The selected surname will be determined based on a random selection of guest surnames from those who dined at Level 43 in the previous week.
Guests who share the chosen surname can enjoy the exclusive offer, adding an interactive and engaging element to their dining and social experience at the venue.
Details:
• Offer: Complimentary first drink and 30% off the total bill for guests with the selected surname
• Announcement: Every Monday at 12:00 PM via Instagram Stories
• Location: Level 43 Sky Lounge, Four Points by Sheraton Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai
• For reservations: +971 56 414 2213
Hospitality
AVANI+ LANEXANG VIENTIANE HOTEL OPENS IN THE HEART OF THE LAO CAPITAL

Avani Hotels & Resorts has opened Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel, introducing the brand’s premium lifestyle hospitality to the Lao capital. Set on Fa Ngum Road, overlooking Chao Anouvong Park and the Mekong River, the 197-key hotel offers a fresh base for business trips, city breaks and riverside stays in Vientiane.
The opening marks Avani’s second hotel in Laos, following Avani+ Luang Prabang, and brings the brand’s practical, upbeat approach to the country’s capital. Designed for travellers who want comfort, flexibility and a sense of place, Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel combines smart Page 1 of 5 guestrooms, connected social spaces, relaxed dining, wellness facilities and meetings and events spaces designed for both local and international guests.

Guestrooms and suites range from Deluxe Rooms to a Presidential Suite, with layouts that support both work and downtime. Clean lines, efficient space planning and warm contemporary details reflect Avani’s easy-going style, creating a stay that feels polished without being overcomplicated.
The hotel is opening in phases, with a curated selection of rooms, dining, leisure and meeting facilities available from launch. Additional venues and services will be introduced progressively in the months ahead.
Dining will play a central role in the hotel experience, with four venues launching in stages. Mekong Mosaic, opening on 1 July 2026, is the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant, serving international comfort cuisine alongside Lao-inspired dishes, live cooking stations, wellnessfocused options and flexible formats including in-room and poolside dining. Sabaidee Social will follow in Q3 2026, bringing a Mediterranean-inspired tapas and bar concept to Vientiane, with casual dining, drinks and live entertainment. The Pantry will offer a relaxed café and co-working space, serving specialty coffee, bakery items, desserts and grab-and-go options throughout the day. Salongxay, scheduled to open in Q4 2026, will present a refined Thai-Lao dining experience, with contemporary takes on traditional recipes, a strong wine programme and an intimate setting for dinners and special occasions.
Wellness facilities are also being introduced in phases. During the first stage of opening, guests can access the outdoor swimming pool and fitness facilities. AvaniSpa and expanded wellness experiences will be added as the hotel moves toward its full launch, bringing Avani’s balanced approach to wellbeing to the centre of Vientiane.
Avani+ Lanexang Vientiane Hotel is set to become a key address for meetings, events and celebrations in the capital. Lanexang Hall can accommodate up to 320 guests, supported by additional meeting rooms and outdoor event spaces. Select event facilities are available during the first phase of opening, with the full meetings and events offering to be introduced progressively.

Guests can also tap into curated local experiences and personalised concierge services, connecting them with Vientiane’s cultural heritage, riverside lifestyle and evolving urban scene. The hotel supports Avani’s sustainability ethos through the use of locally sourced ingredients, support for local producers and artisans, seasonal menus, the reduction of single-use plastics where possible and thoughtful operational practices.
Hospitality
SUSHI & BEYOND IS NOW FOUR NIGHTS A WEEK
Toshi, the Pan-Asian restaurant at Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai, has its popular Sushi & Beyond promotion on four nights a week. Running every Thursday through Sunday from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM, the unlimited buffet is currently being offered at an exclusive limited-time price of AED 149 per person, making it one of the city’s most accessible evenings of quality Pan-Asian dining

Guests can expect the full Sushi & Beyond experience: the artistry of Sushi Master Chef Kot at the sushi and sashimi counter, alongside Mama Nata’s rotating menu of Pan-Asian appetisers, mains and desserts. The weekly schedule now makes it easier than ever to plan a visit, whether for a Thursday night dinner, a weekend outing, or a reason to end Sunday on a high.

Details at a glance:
- Days: Thursday to Sunday, weekly
- Timings: 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM
- Price: AED 149 per person — unlimited (Exclusive offer for a limited time)
- Venue: Toshi, Grand Millennium Hotel Dubai
- Phone: +971 4 423 4100
- WhatsApp: +971 50 494 2390
- Email: fbreservations.gmhd@millenniumhotels.com
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