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Week-long Emirates LitFest returns to Dubai on Jan.21
Gulf Today
|January 06, 2026
It's that time of year!
Emirates Airline Festival of Literature is back, returning with a full week of unforgettable stories, thought-provoking conversations and engaging activities for all ages.Running from 21 January to 27 January 2026 at the InterContinental, Dubai Festival City, this iconic event promises to be an inspiring week for book lovers, emerging writers, culture enthusiasts and young families alike.
Here's your guide to five unmissable sessions happening over the Emirates LitFest 2026:
BUSINESS BREAKFAST: Boardroom Lessons from a Hostage Negotiator (Special Event)
Date: Wednesday, 21 January, 9am-10:30am; Location: Vista Terrace, Intercontinental
Price: Dhs200 (includes breakfast)
Join former Scotland Yard negotiator Scott Walker for a Business Breakfast exploring key insights from Eye of the Storm: How to Make Good Decisions in Bad Situations. Drawing on his frontline experience, Walker shares strategies for staying calm and performing under pressure.
This is an essential session for leaders and professionals seeking to navigate uncertainty, make smarter choices, and turn high-stress challenges into opportunities for success.
PLESTIA ALAQAD: The Eyes of Gaza (Conversation)
Date: Sunday, 25 January, 2pm-3pm; Location: Al Baraha III, Intercontinental
This story is from the January 06, 2026 edition of Gulf Today.
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