9 amazing things in the UAE

Parties, new venues, Earth Hour, virtual reality, movies and more: your weekend is sorted

Here are our top picks on activities to enjoy this weekend in the UAE.

1. Observe Earth hour

Earth Hour is a worldwide movement for the planet organized by the World Wide Fund for Nature. Held worldwide, there are many ways you can contribute. Go here to lend your social voice towards the cause and see events happening across the globe. Observe the hour with something as simple as switching off your wifi, phones, lights or taking a walk. Dubai Garden Glow will switch off its lights for an hour and also host a musical event for visitors along with a peace walk with candles.

Or take it a notch higher, indulge at Steigenberger with their Earth Hour special massage only available on Saturday inspired by elements of the earth (Oud sea salt and coffee).\

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1. Under the stars with Cielo

Cielo sky lounge is now open with a new look and interesting menu featuring a host of international favorites including sharing platters and scrumptious desserts, coupled with an extensive beverage offering. Whether looking to dine, drink or simply unwind with friends, Cielo offers weekly promotions including ladies nights, Two for One Saturdays and the special 2 in 1 Friday brunch.

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3. Ghostbusters: Hyper-reality experience ![]( Meraas has partnered with The Void, a US-based company, to bring its critically-acclaimed, hyper-reality experience to Dubai. Residents and visitors to Dubai will be able to experience THE VOID at a new destination scheduled to open at The Beach on 24 March. Visitors embark on a journey on the streets of New York in an experience called Ghostbusters: Dimension, inspired by the Ghostbusters universe. Track and trap supernatural foes through a New York apartment complex in an environment that combines physical props and sets, real-time interactive effects, and virtual reality technology.

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4. The Spinney’s Cup 2017

Hosted at the Desert Palm Resort (near Dragon Mart); this free event is jam-packed with fun for all the family. The annual event is free to attend and will give you a day of family fun for all ages. All you need to do is register on the website.

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5. Party on the rooftop LookUp is La Ville Hotel & Suites’ rooftop bar, boasting impressive views of Dubai’s city skyline and a menu of handcrafted beverages and bites.

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6. Spring Festival at Yas Waterworld ![]( Yas Waterworld is bringing seasonal fun and adventure to this week with its Springfest 2017. An exciting range of activities, shows, and much more await the whole family from March 23 to April 15. A major attraction is the mermaids’ show. Hairat Yas will be home to two beautiful and colorful mermaids every weekend during the Springfest. Young guests will get the chance to meet and interact with the mermaids and have the moment captured for years to come.

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7. Ladies night over the weekend What better way to celebrate the weekend than with three glasses of complimentary blush bubbly at the Rib Room Bar before selecting something delicious from the bar menu. It’s perfect for a classy girls’ night out and is available on both Thursday and Friday.

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8. Modern, home-grown and organic Flow

Dubai’s newest home-grown Paleo health hub and creative workspace, Flow is a youth initiative and focuses on health, fitness and in-mind positivity. It aims to be a creative and organic space for young people. Along with a sharing-style menu filled with healthy snacks, salads and small plates, there will also be an extensive selection of daily grab-and-go bites, fresh fruit juices, plus a mixture of vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free and Paleo-friendly options. Flow also boasts the country’s first-ever ‘milk taps’ for customers with almond, rice, soya and coconut milk, as well as low fat and whole cow’s milk available.