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Sail the weekend’s wild waters…
Somehow, we found ourselves teetering on the last weekend in May, which will be halfway through the year at this time next month. This is a great check point to stop and ask yourself if you are where you want to be. Small decisions and dogged perseverance can make the difference between success and failure. It can start, right here…
Friday, May 26
What’s new in cinemas this week…
Next up is Disney’s live-action animated feature, a captivating tale of a young fish girl living “under the sea” who becomes so obsessed with costumes, strong young princes, and all manner of human life that she Bargain with a Faustian, a scheming sea witch, and breathe true love once through your mouth. The TLM reboot also has fantastic Neptune-star casting prospects, putting Ursula in the care of Melissa McCarthy, King Triton in the scaly hands of Javier Bardem, and Davyd “Hamilton Wearing Sand” Diggs in soft Shell bows out as Sebastian the Crab. We hope it finds its own voice, because it really feels like it deserves to be “part of our world.”
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a tonic gym
Now open on the waterfront in Yas Bay – The Warehouse Gym offers the perfect way to earn and burn off a variety of delicious artisanal calories from restaurants around the bay. Membership costs just Dhs199, with mixed classes and ladies-only classes available, and personal trainers are all handpicked for their expertise, turning excuses into reps and bulging biceps. They have a Blackbox studio (the brand’s signature multi-sensory workout), a cycling studio, an Olympic weightlifting area for those looking for fitness, a functional training area, and obviously crossfit, weightlifting, cardio Exercise equipment, squat racks and free parking are available. They also offer boxing classes (and kids boxing classes), Grit classes (strength and conditioning), ab and glute workouts, and more.
Yas Bay Waterfront (near Lock, Stock and Barrel), Monday to Friday 5.30am to 11pm, Saturday to Sunday 7am to 10pm. Tel: (02) 675 2221, @whgym_abudhabi
sip and travel
Looking for a fun way to spend the weekend? How about the ultimate tasting experience offering over 100 wines, beers and spirits? Then bookmark Friday 26th May as Gray Mackenzie & Partners (GMP) hosts the ultimate wine tasting experience at Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi. The event is offered by GMP for 70 ml and tickets are priced at AED 100, making it wallet-friendly. The Dhs100 required for entry is fully redeemable, so you can enjoy a selection of boutique beverages from around the world. Whether you’re a wine connoisseur, partial to spirits, or looking to expand your knowledge of beers from every corner of the globe, this is the ultimate tasting experience. To accompany your list of drinks, they will offer a selection of hors d’oeuvres and cold cuts pairings, as well as a cheese buffet perfectly paired with a selection of wines.
70ml GMP, Le Royal Meridien Abu Dhabi, Friday 26th May, 6pm-10pm, Dhs100. Tel: (056) 404 9988, @gray_mackenzie_partners
Saturday, May 27
road to the limit
The Xtreme Zone at Galleria Al Maryah Island offers 44,200 square feet of recreational adventure. There’s the synaptic stimulation of electronic entertainment; all the button-pressing fun of a video arcade; and the intense virtual reality (VR) experience. Prefer your events to be a little more simulated? You can play the sticky splits at their 12-lane bowling alley, double jump your pals at the trampoline park, beat the heights on the climbing wall, or take the Tag Arena’s limited-time obstacle course for leaderboard bragging rights.
Al Maryah Island Galleria, Abu Dhabi Al Maryah Island Saturday-Wednesday 10am-10pm, Thursday-Friday 10am-midnight. Tel: (02) 493 7400, thegalleria.ae website
family affairs
This Saturday, Yas Acres Golf and Country Club is hosting a Family Fair – it’s open to all, free to attend and offers some great deals on activities, food and entertainment. The itinerary includes face painting, arts and crafts, free kids lunch boxes, pool access, poolside cooking stations, pop-up market, live entertainment and more. This is one of our great Yass.
Yas Acres Golf & Country Club, Yas Island, Saturday 27th May, 3pm-9pm, free. Register on (02) 208 7222 or email: dining.yagcc@viyagolf.com. @yasacresgolfcc
Bifa and Barbie
The UAE outpost of the rave enclave, Café del Mar, seems to have established quite a following. Lagoon pools, boutique beaches and the big beat of Ibizan are a rare but very popular combination for Abu Dhabi’s many suitors, and one of the most popular weekly appointments is the Saturday BBQ pool party. Held every Saturday between 1pm and 5pm, this water fest includes unlimited select beverages, unlimited BBQ plates, pool, towels and lounge chairs.
Yas Bay Waterfront, Saturday 1pm-4pm, from AED 499. Tel: (0)50 402 2283. @cafedelmarabudhabi
you are already online
Al Ain Adventure, fresh from a small pandemic hibernation, has reopened and is offering rough surf and whitewater rodeos to 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
Sunday, May 28
Pixoul or it didn’t happen
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
Dinner with a show
Teatro, an Abu Dhabi dinner spot keen to put drama on their plates, has just unveiled a brand new menu. Fresh additions include, but are not limited to, Alfredo Linguine with extra juicy king prawns; Prime Wagyu Sirloin; USDA Sirloin; and light and refreshing salad solutions, Shrimp and Lobster Louie.
Rotana Park Theater, East Ring Road, Abu Dhabi. Tel: (02) 657 3333. Rotana
Maya-hee, Maya-who, Maya-ah, Maya-ha-ha
What price is heaven? This fantastic island getaway is just a 10-minute boat ride southwest of Abu Dhabi’s mainland. They offer Horizon pool and beach passes for 200 dirhams (weekdays) for men (free until 2pm for women), but you get a full refund for food and drinks at the hotel. Dhs250 is a bit more on weekends, but you can get a cool Dhs100 for dining and drinking at the resort (or unlimited swimming between noon and 3pm). Roundtrip boat transfers are included in the cost of your pass.
Al Maya Island, from AED 200, near Gate 1 of the Presidential Palace (use Google Maps to locate the Al Maya Marina), 10am-8pm. Tel: (02) 667 7777, almayauae.com
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