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As we head towards the beginning of March…
What is coming from the mountain? Is it the weekend? Yes, it sure is, and we have tons of ways to celebrate it with gusto.
Friday 24 February
padel out to sea
WPT Modon Abu Dhabi fall The Masters Championship 2023 is currently taking place on Hudayriyat Island. The game is played at the stunning Bab Al Nojoum glamping, which has a center court and two side courts, right on the sands of the island’s beaches. There are affordable tickets (from AED 50) to watch world-class players in what is undoubtedly the capital’s hottest trending sport, and there is a fan village (entrance is AED 35).
Bab Al Nojoum, Hudayriyat Island, 21-26 February, from AED 50.Book at Abu Dhabi.platinumlist.net
Mall tolerance
The $1.2 billion megaproject, Reem Mall, appears to be in soft opening stages, with the feed of its integrated social channels acting like a conveyor belt of “shutdown” announcements over the past few days. When fully completed, it will offer 85 different dining options and more than 450 stores within 2 million square feet of retail space. It looks like the mall is now in a soft opening phase, with a range of stores (and cinemas) now open and serving the public.we list some shops herebut all the best adventures begin with a mystery.
good business
This Lebanese café with stunning seaside views of Al Maryah Island welcomes guests for a brand new business lunch. A business lunch rooted in Lebanese culture includes a starter or salad, a main course and soft food for AED 160. If you want mezze and salad it will cost you Dhs30 extra.
Em Sherif Sea Cafe, West Bay Abu Dhabi Corniche, Al Bateen, Monday to Friday, 12.30pm to 2.30pm, AED 160 per person. Tel: (0)56 880 5333 @emsherifcafeabudhabi
total
The beloved Australian-born fitness brand is known for intense but fair workouts and dramatic conditioning results. These classes combine HIIT sessions, functional training (that’s where the “F” in the name comes from), circuit training, and cool-down periods where you can lock the trainer in their eyes and mouth. Although the last part is completely optional. Each 45-minute class is designed to burn fat, build muscle, improve functional form, burn up to 1,000 calories, make your eyeballs sweat and dry the poor worms on the litter box, at least for the first time. There’s no question this is a life-changing piece of clothing, it’s full of body positivity and community energy, it works fast, and comes with a three-day free trial.
Active Sports Pavillion, Al Maryah Island, Dhs120 drop in session, unlimited monthly pass Dhs1,119, multi-month purchase discount. Tel: (056) 332 3113, @f45_training_almaryahisland
Saturday 25 February
make a difference
The art house, formally known as Makespace, has a new name — Make — and a new face, but their clever collection of events all take place in the same funky space. At Make Kids and adults alike can take part in a dizzying array of art, design, technology and craft workshops – offering hands-on instructional sessions in jewelry making, lettering, ceramics and metalworking. For a full list of their upcoming courses, follow their social channels.
Block C1, Al Zeina, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi. Tel: (0)2 558 8624. @makeabuddhabi
cunning stunt
You can still enjoy sky dramas and carnival fun at the ongoing Zayed Festival in Abu Dhabi. The family fun-filled extravaganza is based in Al Wathba and broke (four more) Guinness World Records this year (and technically last year) for New Year’s Eve celebrations with a 60-minute finish time and fireworks display. The weekly Fireworks Carnival will take place every Saturday at 10pm until the festival ends on March 18, 2023.Of course, it won’t be on the same scale as the NYE extravaganza, and the grand drone show is reserved for special events (stay tuned), but Entrance will remain Dhs5 onlyIt wasn’t all that went along with the oohs and bangs at the Zayed Music Festival over the weekend. We can now look forward to the return of Extreme Weekend. Festival-goers will be able to watch the stunning, death-defying motorcycle ride every Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday from now until February 25 (6.30pm and 8.30pm daily) car offroad stunts and extreme racing drifting performance.
Al Wathba, until April 1, 4pm to midnight (1am on weekends), Dhs5 for admission. zayedfestival.com
hand of seville
This brand new Saturday brunch is inspired by the sparkle, food and finesse of Southern Spain’s gastronomic culture.your meal begins Served with assorted sausages, salads and a generous cheese platter. A click of the castanets and it is powered on. The star of the show is the Iberian seafood staple, paella. An exquisite blend of rice, meat, stock, seafood and vegetables – lovingly prepared at live cooking stations. There’s also meat, seafood and skewers (grilled to order), Spanish meatball delicacies – whitefish, prawns in a tomato and garlic sauce, fresh fruit, and desserts centered on churros and a chocolate fountain. Enjoy your meal against the backdrop of a live DJ, accompanied by your choice of soft drinks or house beverages. Those who choose the latter can even enjoy homemade sangria. until the party. Choose the house package from Dhs285 and use the swimming pool and beach for free.
B-Lounge, Sheraton Abu Dhabi Hotel and Resort, every Saturday from 12.30pm to 3.30pm, soft price Dhs185, house Dhs285. Tel: (02) 697 036, @sheratonabudhabi, marriott website
Sunday, February 26
alternate reality
Located in Al Qana, Pixoul is the largest gaming center of its kind in Abu Dhabi, including the latest developments in location-based entertainment (LBE). In addition to futuristic VR technology, the venue will also operate the region’s first certified esports (that’s competitive gaming for anyone new to it) academy. With the headset on, you can freely roam a variety of strategy, racing, and *finger gun* shooters alone or with a team.
Al Qana, Sunday to Thursday noon to midnight, Friday to Saturday noon to 2am, prices start from Dhs35. pixoulgaming.com
you are already online
Al Ain Adventure, fresh from a small pandemic hibernation, has reopened and is offering rough surf and whitewater rodeos for thrill-seekers across the country. You’ll find it in the Jebel Hafeet area of ​​Al Ain, although it’s not yet fully operational – the park offers rafting experiences, kayaking, surfing and access to the on-site wave pool. You can buy a package that includes Wadi Adventure, wave pool and rafting for AED 125. There is an intermediate surf package (including board rental) for AED 290. Professional surf packages start at Dhs325.
Jebel Hafeet, Al Ain, open daily from 11am to 7pm, prices start from AED 125. Tel: (03) 781 8422, @alainadventure
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