The UAE’s 15th Dubai Shopping Festival got under way at the end of January with visitors expected to attend from as far afield as Europe, the US and Asia.

The event offers special deals and discounts at more than 6,000 retail outlets, including 50 malls, across the emirate as well as the opportunity to win generous prizes.

More than 150 international and regional events are scheduled to be showcased during the month-long event including musicals and concerts.

And this year Emirates and Visa teamed up to offer free one-month visas for those coming to visit the shopping extravaganza.