Day: December 6, 2024

An unlikely oasis at Bab Al Shams… Sometimes, you need to get away. You need to step back, escape the noise, slow down the clocks and turn off your big-person-thinking-brain. When such a situation befalls, you look towards the desert – perhaps the few pockets of peace left in the metropolis that seems to be
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Looking for things to do this weekend? Look no further…  The search for the best things to do in Dubai at the weekend isn’t exactly the easiest endeavour. Why? Because there are so many options including catching a drone show, cooking with Santa, watching a movie under the stars and more… Without further ado, here
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Eyes on the starting grid… Cooler days are here, festive fever is in the air, and it’s all happening. But if you’re still wondering What’s On, here are 9 things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend. Friday, December 6 Say YaSalam… …and rock out to Maroon 5. Why? Because the global music powerhouses will
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Sponsored: The show-stopping skypool promises fabulous food, drinks and firework views… If you’re looking for a New Year’s Eve destination in Dubai that’s really got the wow factor, then Cloud 22 is the place to be. This suspended infinity pool at Atlantis The Royal is already a destination du jour for fabulous pool days with
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Say hello to extended hours at Dubai Safari Park… New announcement from Dubai Safari Park – extended hours have been put in place and a novel night safari experience will be available for visitors till January 12, 2025. The new attraction will allow visitors to discover for themselves the mysteries of the animal world by
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Zayed International Airport making waves… In news that surprises no one, Zayed International Airport in Abu Dhabi has been crowned ‘World’s Most Beautiful Airport’ at the prestigious Prix Versailles, The World Architecture and Design Award, in the Airports category. The airport has been awarded in recognition of the architectural and design accomplishments. The announcement was
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Big names, bigger experiences… If you’ve been following What’s On, you’d have noticed our announcement on the Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants awards coming to Abu Dhabi in January 2025. It also said the event would include programming including #50BestTalks (a thought leadership forum), Flavours of 50 Best, an evening brunch that
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And it’s one of our favourites, too… Motorsports finest stars are all in the UAE right now ready for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix this weekend. And as is tradition (as of the last three years), the drivers got together for a group dinner to celebrate the end of the season. For the 2024 dinner,
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Day 6 of the What’s On Festive Advent Calendar…  A breathtaking new dining experience has drifted in to Dubai, and with this special prize, you and a lucky guest will get to experience it. Taking over a stunning sea-facing terrace on the fifth floor of Jumeirah Al Qasr, Balloons at the Palace invites you to
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Sponsored: Exclusive perks include bubbly on arrival, butler service, and access to dedicated lounges and pools…  JA The Resort is an all-encompassing destination for staycations that offer a welcome retreat from the city. And if you’re looking to elevate your next getaway when checking-in close to home, the premium Residence suites at JA Palm Tree
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