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BOKSHA
Welcome to BOKSHA, the region’s online marketplace dedicated to discovering authentic designs created by UAE homegrown talent.
The name BOKSHA (بقشة) comes from an Arab Gulf dialect referring to the piece of fabric tied from the top and used as a head carrier by street sellers to hold their garments. Once at the marketplace (souk), the sellers would place their Boksha on the ground and showcase their items for sale.
Mai Dubai
Mai Dubai as a company was established in December 2012, but construction only started in June 2013 and the facility was completed in a matter of 11 months. After the successful commissioning of our machines, our sales team went to market in March 2014. We realised early on that the brand represents Dubai, a global brand which stands for high quality, high standards and a grand consumer experience, so there is no compromise when it came to our effort and investment towards building a best-in-class company. In terms of our name, we needed something different so Mai is the spoken way of saying water in Arabic and In English when someone hears Mai Dubai they think “my Dubai” so it becomes very easy to remember either way.
After over four years since the launch of Mai Dubai, it has become one of the leading bottled drinking water companies in the UAE, and certainly a highly popular brand. Today Mai Dubai is a household name not only in the UAE but in several markets around the world.
Y N M Dubai
Founded in 2014 – Y N M is a Dubai based ready-to-wear fashion label which specializes in simple, and elegantly refined contemporary hand-made garments that are entirely designed in house. Here at Y N M we believe in classical simplicity, minimal delicacy, and modern femininity.
Forma By Olya
Limited edition eco-conscious authentic art prints. Created on recycled paper, using vegetable inks, shipped to you in eco-friendly packaging. There are only small quantities of all the artworks, and once they are sold out, they will not be repeated again. Now you do not have to compromise between doing good for our planet, and decorating your home.
Oo La Lab
Oo La Lab is a craft fragrance lab where perfume ingredients are stored in small batches and hand-poured to order. Use the Oo Fragrance Table to select ingredients and build up your own fragrance formula, or work with an Oo La Mixologist to design one. 1000’s of unique olfactory combinations can be crafted. Oo La Lab hosts sensorial workshop sessions under the title ‘Chemistry of Oo’.
Statement By Nisha
Statement by Nisha is a brand of statement and bespoke designer jewellery for the woman of today. The designs are bold, chick and contemporary and inspired by Arabic, Ottoman and Indian cultures. The unique creations are a culmination of east and west designs and cater to and empower women who intend to make a statement.
Hatta Honey
ANHB is one of the leading companies in the field of bees and its requirements, and specializes in the production of queens and beets and honey production in more than 5 Arab countries and the agent of more than 15 international companies to sell the requirements of manure, has achieved since the establishment of a remarkable prosperity, In a series of acquisitions and partnerships with honey producers in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia and the Arab Republic of Egypt.
Ripe
Ripe is a passionate company with a small but dedicated team, handpicked because we love what they do. We aim to promote healthy eating amongst UAE residents by providing easy access to the best and freshest produce. We also play a rich role in the community … supporting local farms and promoting local agriculture.
Why Go-Lokal?
We should support our local market (local products & local brands) by empowering people within the UAE to do business with local companies and local entrepreneurs that are based and operate from within the UAE.
By connecting the local community we aspire to support the local economy, making its unique brands better known, and create awareness for authentic tour experiences. Go-Lokal gives you access to all hidden gems the UAE has to offer.
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Mleiha
Mleiha, a UNESCO-nominated World Heritage Site in the Central Region of the Sharjah map, is home to a number of significant sites, including Bronze Age tombs and pre-Islamic forts. Fascinating artifacts and fossils were discovered here, including pottery, iron tools and camel skeletons. The Mleiha Archaeological Centre, which opened in 2016, houses these discoveries and even more artifacts that uncover ancient UAE history.
The centre also offers a range of tours and activities. You can explore the archaeological sites or venture into the sand dunes with a desert safari. Alternatively, you can also try other desert adventures like riding a quad bike or dune buggy over the sand. If you prefer to go on foot, consider trekking to Camel Rock for an expansive view of the desert. The surrounding area is a beautiful location for a desert camp on soft dunes and under glittering night stars.
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