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What’s On Team reveals favourite coffee spots in Dubai this International Coffee Day
Spill the beans: Here are some of the best places where you can grab your cuppa from, according to What’s On Team It doesn’t come as much of a surprise that Dubai is big on caffeine culture. Whether it be an early morning pick-me-up, a midday indulgence or even a late evening treat, there isn’t […]

8 cafes you need to head to for International Coffee Day deals
A daily fix of caffeine with a deal? Yes, please! If Dubai wasn’t already coffee obsessed, International Coffee Day on October 1 just presented us with yet another perfect excuse to indulge a little extra in the caffeine-concentrated beverage. Bringing serious coffee energy to the city, these Dubai cafes are rolling out exclusive deals that […]

8 spectacular desert staycations in the UAE that you need to book ASAP
Fancy a five-star stay amidst the dunes? These desert-bound hotels offer the ultimate respite The outdoors basically becomes the only thought running through everyone’s mind the second the thermometer drops a degree. Ours included. And we’re taking everything outdoors this season, dining, fitness, fairs, markets and staycations, too. But, here’s one of the things the […]

Dubai T100 Triathlon returns this November
Time to get your game face on As temperatures continue to drop, Dubai can finally enter its annual fitness era with Dubai Fitness Challenge, free boxing classes in Zabeel and more on the horizon. Add the annual ritual of the Dubai T100 Triathlon to the list and et voilà, Dubai’s fitness and sports calendar just got […]

Here’s your guide to doing outdoor date ‘days’ the right way in Dubai
BRB, we’re doing date ‘days’ in Dubai this season Date nights are officially old news – we’re not doing that anymore. Date ‘days’ are all the rage for the cooler season. As temperatures are heading towards dropping down a few degrees in the region, we are all making a grand list of ‘where to go’, […]

10 of the best places to host a kids’ birthday party in Abu Dhabi
You’ll find good vibes only at these amazing kids’ birthday party spots in Abu Dhabi. It’s unofficially birthday season, so we’ve put together these 10 spots for kids parties to help you get a headway on your party planning in Abu Dhabi. Pick any of these spots for a birthday the kids won’t forget. *The […]

Top 17 new cafes and restaurants joining Dubai’s culinary scene
PSA: Dubai’s dining scene just got an upgrade with these new cafes and restaurants If you think Dubai’s dining scene is slowing down anytime soon – think again. Just in time for the cooler season, we are yet again being treated to some newbies joining the dining squad. From Melbourne-brewed coffee to London hailing cafes, […]

Dubai Police warns Global Village visitors against fake VIP packs
Beware of scams; Dubai Police issues alerts for residents ahead of Global Village’s reopening Global Village – the one thing we’ve been waiting for all year long is due to make its return soon, but along with it comes a warning on fraudulent sites, issued by the Dubai Police themselves. While the masses are most […]

Croissant-lovers: bkry to open its first outlet in Abu Dhabi this October
The flaky crusts of bkry is coming to Abu Dhabi very soon Croissant-lovers, you’re in for a treat; bkry is coming to the capital this October. The new location will introduce an extensive selection of dishes created exclusively for The Arcades, alongside a dedicated Grab & Go concept for guests seeking something quick without compromising […]

10 places to sip your way through Negroni Week in Dubai
Bitter, boozy and ready for a very good week Three ingredients, one orange peel and absolutely no need for an introduction. The Negroni has been holding its own for over a century, and for one week, it gets the drinks menu all to itself. Negroni Week in Dubai is bringing classics, one-off pours and some […]

A three day music festival is coming to Fujairah’s beachside
Out of Office: Sorry, we’re away at the Fujairah beachside music festival Are you looking for the most perfect getaway that’s got beach views, good music and just the best vibes over all? Well, look no further, Snoopy Beats is returning to Fujairah’s famed Sandy Beach Hotel & Resort (and just in time for Halloween […]

These 5 cafes in Dubai are taking protein-maxxing to the next level
These Dubai cafes are making sure you get your daily protein intake No one really does desserts and drinks like Dubai, from viral Ube flavoured drinks to the oh-so popular Dubai chocolate making its way to various other forms drinks and desserts. In short, it’s not much of a foreign concept for the city to […]

7 brilliant things to do in Abu Dhabi this weekend: September 11 to 13
TGIF: Your ultimate guide to weekending the right way in Abu Dhabi is here The weekend just rolled in, which can only mean one thing for you – clock out of work and let us take care of the itinerary. And this weekend is exceptionally special because it’s packed with, well, everything. From the much-anticipated […]
