Here are our top picks on what to do this weekend
1. Burj Al Arab Cabana day retreat
Experiences are never expensive or cheap, only priceless. This September, Burj Al Arab extends its cabana day retreat offer to all (guests and visitors) at special rates. visitors and hotel guests can lounge in one of the 32 fully serviced luxury cabanas (eight of which are ‘royal’ cabanas), relax by the stunning pools of the Terrace, and laze away on the beach area. Each cabana accommodates up to four people and royal cabanas come with a private bathroom, shower and veranda.
Location Burj Al Arab, Dubai Cost Dh1,800 onwards (weekday) Dh2200 onwards (weekends) Royal Cabana Dh3,000 onwards (weekdays) Dh3,750 onwards (weekends) Dates Rates valid till September 30 Timings Cabanas can be booked for full days from 8am to 6pm Contact +971 4 301 7400 Email BAAReservations@jumeirah.com
2. Peepshow Freakshow with DJ Scottie B
DJ Scottie B is an internationally renowned DJ and has worked with famous artists including Rihanna, Kelly Rowland and Harmony Samuels among others. Start the weekend right with a DJ night-party at the edgy and unconventional Cirque Le Soir.
Location Fairmont Hotel, Shaikh Zayed Rd, Dubai (Near World Trade Center metro station) Dates Thursday, September 22 Timings 10.30pm to 3am Contact +971 50 9955 400 Email reservations@cirquelesoirdubai.com
3. DJ night at Blue Marlin Ibiza
This party is sure to rock with a line-up of internationally renowned female DJs including Nicole Moudaber, Francesca Lombardo and Anja Schneider. The music from these powerhouses is going to be epic with techno as well as fusions of harmony and EDM.
Location Ghantoot Al Jazira Hotel, Dubai Dates Friday, September 23 Timings 1pm to 11pm Cost Free (reserve in advance) Contact +971 56 113 3400 Email reservation@bluemarlinibiza-uae.com
4. Spinney’s Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge
Registrations are still open for the second build-up ride of the cycling challenge. Supported by the Dubai Sports Council, the Dubai 92 Cycle Challenge expects to welcome over 2,500 participants this year. Spinneys, the official sponsor of the event, will be on-hand to keep the riders well-fueled and hydrated over the course of the challenge. This ride and upcoming build-up rides after this one are preparatory races for the grand finale of 92kms in December.
Location Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum City – District One Cycle Track Dates Race date October 7 (Registrations still open) Website
5. Try tropical flavours at Yogurtland
Tropical flavours in yoghurt is a thing and you only need to visit Yogurtland to try these limited-edition treats. The featured goodies are passion fruit sorbet, dragon warrior passion tart and toasted coconut frozen yogurt.
Location Dubai Mall/Boxpark Dates Till end of October Cost Varies
6. Kabayan nights at Four Points by Sheraton
Four Points by Sheraton has revamped their exciting themed-nights and guess what – Friday night is Kabayan night! The buffet features kare-kare, abodo, bulalo and luscious sweet treats such as biko and halo-halo. With signature Pinoy flavours and an excellent ambience, Friday nights just got a whole lot better for many UAE expats.
Location The Eatery, Four Points by Sheraton, Mankhool Road, Dubai Dates Fridays Timing 7pm to 11pm Cost Dh99 per person Contact +971 4 501 3115 Email dtn.restaurants@fourpoints.com
7. Free session for kids at German Football Academy
The newly opened German Football Academy, formed through a partnership between FC Dubai and German International School Dubai, is a great venue for children of ages and abilities to learn new skills and to be physically active. Open to all, these sessions will help children to develop technically, physically, psychologically and socially while inculcating sportsmanship and team spirit in their minds. Try out one free session on their open day to decide on whether to enroll your child in the academy.
Location German International School Dubai, Al Quoz, Dubai Dates September 23 Cost Free (on open day) Registration Required Contact +971 4 348 3869 Email josh@footballcenter.ae Website
Movie Time
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Staying in?
Not up to braving the crowds in Dubai? Find a new TV series to watch - Stranger Things and Narco are on our must-watch list. You can also try finding a podcast you like.
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