Raffles in Dubai (Part 1, The Lobby and Suites)

The newest 5 star hotel of Dubai, Raffles takes great pride in being one of the best hotels in the world. Raffles has 11 restaurant outlets, and in 2 months, will open a two story bar/disco at the tip. Although the hotel is not yet fully functional as of the moment, what I have seen is breathtaking and might, JUST MIGHT be worth going back to Dubai for.

This Pyramid inspired hotel shows how the owner, one of the Sheiks favors Egypt and its architectural structure.

Jul B. Dizon Jewellery has always been interested in expanding its network to other countries. At one point, I informed my friend CW of this and he took the chance and was kind enough to show us around the hotel to see any possibility of a store inside Raffles.

After seeing the hotel, there is no doubt that this is the place where JBDJ belongs if it does go to Dubai but knowing now what this city is like, I think we should head to a nearer Asian country instead.

Nonetheless, check out the beautiful Raffles Dubai.

September Birthday Celebrants!!!

BIRTHSTONE- Sapphire
ZODIAC SIGN - VIRGO (Aug 22-Sept 23) and LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22
HOROSCOPE FOR LIBRA: (please see blog entitled "August Bday Celebrants" for Virgo)
Libra is an airy sign ruled by the planet Venus. This star is symbolized by the scale or balance. Justice and harmony are the key factors which govern them. They have the capability to compare and estimate facts and derive unbiased decisions. They detest injustice and cruelty and they always take the side of the wronged. They are gentle, courteous and affectionate in their speech. They seldom have problems attracting the opposite sex. They do not quarrel. They dislike monotony and love travelling. They are good home makers. They collect all things that are beautiful. A keen look, will show a fabulous collection in their house. They are very developed intellectually. We can always see a scholar in Libra. They always try to avoid unpleasantness. This makes them turn away from duties. If Libra is set in a congenial surrounding, a well balanced personality with a strong scientific or philosophic genius emerge doing good to the whole of humanity.

CHRISTIAN WESTBELD, Sept. 17


DAVID BATCHELOR, Sept. 14


RAYMOND SOLON, Sept. 9


SRDJAN MENDOZA, Sept. 21


KATHLEEN GABRIEL, Sept. 9


SEL ANLASBAY, Sept. 13


EYLUL ANLASBAY, Sept. 1


DOROTHY NERI, Sept. 3


FERNANDO DELA VEGA, Sept. 14


GRANT HOOKS, Sept. 10


JANINA DIZON HOSCHKA, Sept. 20


BENJAMIN MADRIGAL, Sept. 8


JUAN SARTE, Sept. 12


BADETTE SANEDRIN, Sept. 11


CAROLINE OLAYVAR IP, Sept. 8


Photos to follow:
DOYEE TACTACAN TUMPALAN, Sept. 20
MARIBETH VILLACORTA, Sept. 23
JOHN OLIVER PASCUAL, Sept. 6


HAVE A GOOD ONE!!!!!