Best Spots to Watch Football Live

Are your clients in Dubai during the biggest football tournament of the year? These are some places where they can catch all the live screenings.

Cheer out loud with fellow football supporters at the several Dubai Fan Zones. Dubai is one of six cities that will host official FIFA Fan Festivals around the world. The BudX FIFA Fan Festival set in Dubai Harbour, which is sure to keep up to 10,000 football fans entertained throughout the tournament.

Watch by the shore at the Dubai Creek Golf & Yacht Club's lounge and restaurant QD's or enjoy all that sporting action with fellow football enthusiasts right in the heart of the city at the Address Dubai Mall's poolside restaurant Cabana.

Dedicated football fans will find many intimate sport bars and venues throughout the city, as well as family-friendly venues, such as Fanzone by McGettigan’s at Dubai Media City Amphitheatre, home to the UAE's largest TV screen.

Those who want a more elevated experience can catch a game at Privilege, on the 75th floor of the SLS Dubai hotel in Business Bay or take in glittering views of the Arabian Gulf at The Lotus Lounge at Anantara The Palm Dubai. 

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Expo City is Back!

Expo City Dubai is a future-centric mini-city that builds on the legacy of Expo 2020 Dubai – the first World Expo to be held in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia region.

Open since 1 October 2022, Expo City brings back many of the entertainment offerings that delighted visitors during the world-class exposition, including the flagship Al Wasl Plaza, Garden in the Sky observation tower and famed Surreal water feature. 

The main thematic pavilions all remain, with Alif – the Mobility Pavilion and Terra – the Sustainability Pavilion, transforming into interactive educational experiences, while the Opportunity Pavilion is now the Expo 2020 Dubai Museum. 

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Embark on New Adventures in Hatta

Located nearly 130km southeast of central Dubai, Hatta's craggy mountains, scattered springs and lush valleys offer a stark contrast to the glassy facades of the city.

From taming the rough terrain on a mountain bike to tackling the teal waters of Hatta Lake by kayak, your clients will find plenty of Hatta activities at this mountain town.

A major draw is the Hatta Heritage Village, showcasing rural living dating back centuries with reconstructed huts and buildings selling traditional wares. The village also houses life-size prototypes, documents and sculptures. Take a tour around the Village and you’ll see two watchtowers and a fort, as well as a mosque from olden times.  

Just a short drive from the Heritage Village is Hatta Hill Park, a sprawling, lush space often used for picnics and barbecues. Climb up to the highest point, a tower, for fantastic views of the area.

There's been plenty of buzz about the Hatta Honeybee Garden and rightly so. Visitors can step into the shoes – and protective gear – of a beekeeper for a day, an ideal activity for all ages.
 
After a long day of exploring and trying out Hatta activities, your clients can take a glamorous twist in Hatta's brand new stay additions which include Hatta Dome Park – the perfect choice for those looking for the ultimate glamping experience – and Hatta Caravan Park, the first luxury caravan park in the region.

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With live performances, sporting action, shopping festivals and family experiences, there's always something happening in Dubai. 

Dubai Shopping Festival (15 Dec - 29 Jan) – Enjoy daily deals, immersive competitions, raffle draws and memorable events. Big-name celebrities join the season's top thrills, while shoppers enjoy incredible savings and take home grand wins, families can make the most of a new series of DSF Markets, where outdoor experiences of all kinds take center stage.

World Tennis League (19 Dec - 24 Dec) – Novak Djokovic, Alexander Zverev, Simona Halep are only some of the 16 world-class tennis stars that will make their way to Dubai’s Coca-Cola Arena for the World Tennis League, followed by a musical extravaganza at night featuring globally-renowned DJs like Tiesto and Armin Van Buuren.

Kadim Al Sahir live (23 Dec - 24 Dec) – One of the most successful Arab singers in history, Kadim Al Sahir, is gearing up to enthral you with a mesmerising live act on 23 and 24 December. The artist, known as the 'Caesar of Arabic Songs', has sold more than 100 million records around the globe.

InClassica at Coca-Cola Arena (12 Feb - 23 Feb) – The InClassica International Music Festival is returning to the city with numerous enthralling live musical performances at the Coca-Cola Arena. A-list soloists include Saleem Ashkar and Yeol Eum Son, on the piano and Jasmine Choi on the flute.

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New Years Eve in Dubai

With glitz, glamour and a whole lot of celebrations in Dubai, there's no better place to ring in the new year. From live concerts and beachside celebrations to fireworks aplenty, Dubai knows how to usher in the new year in style.

Catch A One-Of-A-Kind Fireworks Show

Burj Khalifa will no doubt be a show-stopping centre-piece as stunning fireworks, lights and lasers flash across the Downtown sky. Head down to Dubai Mall early to secure a viewing spot at the Dubai Fountain promenade. Other spots to watch the night sky light up include Bluewaters Island, Dubai Festival City Mall and Atlantis, The Palm.

Say Goodbye To 2022 With A Live Performance

Your clients can have the chance to listen to the Grammy Award-winning star Kylie Minogue perform a string of hits at Atlantis, The Palm's Gala Dinner on 31 December. Another way to end the year on a high note is by attending Dubai Opera's live performances by a stellar line-up that includes bands, DJs and performers who will be playing live all through the night.

Celebrate Bedouin-Style

Those looking to ring in the new year in a tranquil way can escape to Dubai's desert. A curated list of options include a variety of desert safari packages, complete with live cultural entertainment and fireworks. 

Best Breakfast Spots in Dubai

Your clients can experience the best start to their day at these foodie hotspots in the city. Whether they are after a bustling atmosphere or indulgent choices we've put together some ultimate suggestions to restaurants serving the most delicious plates in Dubai.  

Those looking for picture-perfect instagrammable spots should head to Jumeirah's Al Wasl Road where Barcelona-born coffee shop Brunch and Cake offers its famed brightly-coloured dishes. 

Balanced eats and wholesome treats include one of the city's hidden gems SEVA, a dedicated wellbeing centre boasting a plant-based café amid its tranquil zen-like garden complete with cobbled pathways, rustic log tables and colourful decor.

There's been plenty of buzz about the Hatta Honeybee Garden and rightly so. Visitors can step into the shoes – and protective gear – of a beekeeper for a day, an ideal activity for all ages.

If your clients are used to bold flavours, Sikka Café's expansive menu boasts a mélange of local, Indian and Persian flavours loved by Emiratis for centuries. 

For stunning vistas that will elevate your clients morning meals recommend AURA Skypool, where they can sip an antioxidant-packed, kale-rich smoothie while taking in the views from the world's first – and highest – 360 degree infinity pool on Palm Jumeirah.