General Travel News
Global Village 15th Season Concludes on 28 February
Dubai-UAE: 27 February, 2011 - Global Village, the premier cultural, shopping and family entertainment destination, today announced it will conclude its 15th season on Monday (28 February).
The last day will be open to all visitors.
For more information, please contact 04-3624114 or visit www.globalvillage.ae. Updates are also available on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.
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