From leisurely waterfront brunches and Italian family-style feasts to seafood evenings, Thai specialities and a sky-high brunch above the city, discover six ways to make the weekend a little more memorable In a city that knows how to make an occasion of a meal, the setting is often just as memorable as what’s on the table. This October, Emaar Hospitality Group brings together six culinary experiences that span vibrant Thai flavours, Italian family-style feasts, abundant seafood and leisurely brunches above the city and by the water. Each offers a different way to experience Dubai through its food, its views and […]

A private villa is often the best way for a group to experience Dubai. Everyone stays under one roof, you get a pool and outdoor space to yourselves, and the cost per person can beat booking several hotel rooms. But group bookings carry more risk than a couple’s weekend away. One wrong detail, like a bedroom that turns out to be a sofa bed or a strict noise rule nobody read, can sour the whole trip. Run through the checks below before you pay a deposit on any of the luxury holiday homes in Dubai on your shortlist, and you […]

Few places in Dubai let you step out of the lift and onto the sand within minutes. Jumeirah Beach Residence does exactly that, with a 1.7-kilometre promenade of cafes, shops and restaurants between the towers and the sea. For a holiday, that means no taxis to the beach and dinner a short stroll away. The tower you pick still shapes the trip, from the view to the walk to the water. This guide to the best beachfront apartments in JBR compares the main towers and clusters along The Walk, with what each is like to stay in and who it […]

The Plaza Season is bringing a new calendar of experiences to Dubai, giving the city more reasons to meet, move, discover and connect at Uptown Dubai. The Plaza Season will bring together a curated programme of free-to-attend events across 21,000 square metres of open-air space. The Plaza sits at the heart of Uptown Dubai as a major events and entertainment destination, hosting everything from large-scale live performances and festivals to cultural showcases and community gatherings.  As Dubai enters the cooler months, The Plaza’s programme will bring together a series of free-to-attend events, from movement, wellbeing and independent cinema. The varied line-up […]

Looking for something different to do in Dubai? Whether it’s a wellness date, a post-work reset or a little self-care with a friend, Embody Fitness is giving residents another reason to prioritise their wellbeing with an exclusive 2-for-1 Recovery Suite offer at its luxury fitness destination in ICD Brookfield Place, DIFC. Offering a refreshing alternative to the traditional spa experience, Embody’s private Recovery Suite brings together infrared saunas, invigorating ice baths and a relaxation lounge, creating the perfect setting to switch off, recharge and escape the demands of everyday life. Guests can move between the soothing warmth of the infrared […]

IKKA announces its reopening this October, welcoming guests back to its distinctive dining experience overlooking the Dubai skyline, where contemporary cuisine, art and culture come together. Located high above Jumeirah, IKKA continues to offer a unique setting where dining extends beyond the plate, with its permanent, rotating in-house art gallery forming an integral part of the experience. As part of its reopening, IKKA will present ONENESS, a contemporary art exhibition running from 16 October to 15 November 2026, in collaboration with Sellah Global Events and featuring works from TeryMari Gallery. Showcasing artists Susan Villanueva de Guzman and Marc Salamat, the […]

Yugen Care by Dr. Gehad introduces Yugen & Celeste, a functional chocolate concept built around three distinct formulations: Performance, Beauty and Clarity. Combining chocolate with selected functional ingredients, the collection offers a new perspective on everyday indulgence, shaped by the philosophy of “Indulgence, With Intention.” The launch coincides with the opening of Yugen Café in Jumeirah 3, Dubai, bringing together coffee, matcha, wellness-oriented beverages and functional chocolate within the Yugen Care ecosystem. Together, Yugen & Celeste new chocolate collection and café reflect the brand’s broader vision of making wellness part of everyday lifestyle, alongside clinic’s existing health and longevity services. […]

Zaha Hadid. Tea and Coffee Set, 1995-1996. Courtesy of Barjeel Art Foundation. Dom Art Projects, an independent art institution based in Dubai, presents its third not-for-profit exhibition,The Matter of Light. Curated by Eugenia Kikodze, the exhibition explores the formal and perceptual aspects of light through a wide range of approaches, from rationalist modernism and expressionism to ironic conceptualism. The exhibition, which will run from 27 October 2026 through 10 March 2027, brings together a multigenerational group of artists from across the Arab world and Eastern Europe, including Akram Zaatari, Andrey Grositsky, Armen Bugayan, Blue Soup Group, Boris Turetsky, David Ter-Oganyan, […]

Looking for somewhere to keep the kids entertained this Halloween without settling for another standard costume party? Lala Little Wonders is turning its immersive family destination in Al Quoz into a Halloween playground, with themed activities, creative workshops, entertainment, mini-games and plenty of spooky fun for little ones. Running from October 12 to 18, and just in time for half-term break, The Spooky Streak is designed to give families more than just a few hours of Halloween entertainment. The entire venue will take on a Halloween theme, with children encouraged to come dressed up and explore the park, enjoy the […]