{"id":22321,"date":"2020-02-19T14:04:48","date_gmt":"2020-02-19T10:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/?p=22321"},"modified":"2020-02-19T14:04:48","modified_gmt":"2020-02-19T10:04:48","slug":"12-great-excuses-to-go-out-and-live-your-best-life-in-dubai-this-weekend","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/latest\/12-great-excuses-to-go-out-and-live-your-best-life-in-dubai-this-weekend\/","title":{"rendered":"12 Great Excuses To Go Out And Live Your Best Life In Dubai This Weekend"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>48 beautiffiulllllll hours minus work lay ahead.<\/p>\n<p>And it&#8217;s the time of the year when Dubai is positively hopping with events, so without further ado, here are alllllll the great things you can do in Dubai this weekend&#8230;<\/p>\n<p><!--infeed--><\/p>\n<p><iframe class=\"giphy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/DffShiJ47fPqM\" width=\"480\" height=\"321\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/DffShiJ47fPqM\">via GIPHY<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>12. Saturday on Dubai&#8217;s biggest party cruise &#8211; find a better plan. We&#8217;ll wait&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>For a Saturday party look no further! This is the Lotus Mega Yacht that lives in Dubai Marina and comes complete with a pool, a cinema, a BBQ a buffet,\u00a0 a DJ, drinks and so much more is ready for you, your family and your mates.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets at AED199 -food, soft drinks<\/li>\n<li>AED299 \u2013 regular brunch<\/li>\n<li>AED499 \u2013 VIP brunch<\/li>\n<li>Kids under 5 go free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>VIP brunch? Get\u00a0access to the VIP area with private jacuzzi, premium drinks and bubbles<\/p>\n<p>The Cruise departs from Dubai Marina (next to Pier 7) and passes Atlantis, The Palm and reaches the Burj Al Arab.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: Every Saturday from 12.30pm to 4.30pm<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/event-tickets\/68925\/lovin-dubai-cruise?utm_source=Lovindubai.com&amp;utm_medium=Website&amp;utm_campaign=LD_Cruise_CPS-List_09Feb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GET YOUR TICKS NOW<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><\/p>\n<h2>11. Hit this slick new cinematic-themed brunch at Paramount Hotel<\/h2>\n<p>Paramount Hotel Dubai invites noir film lovers, moviegoers and anyone who appreciates the cinematic world to try the \u2018Cine-manic Brunch\u2019 at Pacific Groove. It is the first of its kind in Dubai, and it is more than the usual brunch.<\/p>\n<p>Think Californian cuisine, serious drama plus fun quirks and an extra hour post-brunch for a happy hour. Funnnnnn!<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-content\">\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>When? Fridays, 1-4pm<\/p>\n<p>Price? Bubbly and house bevvies for AED395 or soft beverages for AED275<\/p>\n<p>Call 04 246 6666 for reservations!<\/p>\n<p>More info <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/paramount-hotel-dubai-cinematic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B7ixoGPp4Q9\/<\/p>\n<h2>10. A FIERCE dining experience awaits at Fairmont the Palm<\/h2>\n<p>Head to a fabulous dinner at\u00a0<em>B\u0101-Boldly Asian.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"article-title\">This restaurant combines luxuriously sleek interiors, with quality Asian cuisine, INCREDIBLE Dubai skyline views and gram \u2018ops like no other. Located at Fairmont The Palm,\u00a0B\u0101 comes from the same hotel which created Little Miss India, one of Dubai\u2019s most famous Indian restaurants; the team here have the knack of creating something extraordinary.\u00a0A signature feast includes the Fujiyama rolls and Takoyaki octopus dumplings to start, Korean fried chicken wings, pan-fried black pepper beef buns and the miso buttered lobster as mains, finished with a fluffy Japanese cheesecake and green tea mousse. YES!<\/p>\n<p>B\u0101-Boldly Asian is open from 6pm to 11:30pm (closed Sundays). Bar and lounge open from 5pm to 1am.<\/p>\n<p>To book, call +971 4 457 3457 or email palm.dining@fairmont.com<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8avUS-JSZ3\/<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"article-title\">9. You can literally live your best life with 25% off on dining and stays at all Jumeirah hotels<\/h2>\n<p>And it&#8217;s all thanks to VISA!<\/p>\n<p>A long-established partnership between Visa and Jumeirah is encouraging your explorer-vibes with a very simple offer\u2026<\/p>\n<p>With\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ae.visamiddleeast.com\/en_AE\/pay-with-visa\/offers-and-promotions\/jumeirah-offers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visa<\/a>, you get up to 25% off on dining and stays across Jumeirah restaurants and hotels.<\/p>\n<p>Read that again, and consider it. A quarter off Dubai\u2019s top hotel brand and destinations \u2013 ah-mayzing!<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about the Visa partnership with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ae.visamiddleeast.com\/en_AE\/pay-with-visa\/offers-and-promotions\/jumeirah-offers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jumeirah.<\/a><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B620HxmnKzH\/<\/p>\n<h2>8. Soho Garden has a new venue called HIVE and it&#8217;s already going OFF<\/h2>\n<p>This weekend, HIVE\u2019s going all out with two performances. So, brace yourself for a biggie!<\/p>\n<p>On February 19,\u00a0 Sasha Carassi will pull up to HIVE\u2019s Platform nights, that takes place on Wednesdays. Enjoy a fab ladies night as you sway to the beats of Carassi, coming all the way from Napoli. The DJ\u2019s set will include a list of house and breakbeat sounds of the late 90s to the techno, melodic and deep house sound of today.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2038867772923910\/\">Adam Beyer,<\/a>\u00a0who\u2019s played HUGE festivals like\u00a0Th\u00e9\u00e2tre antique de Lugdunum for Cercle and many EDM events across Europe. The Swedish producer and DJ IS coming to Dubai, at The Hive to play a set on February 21 from 7 pm-4 am. A fun brunch at the same location is also in place so you can really make a whole day out of this event: we\u2019re thinking, brunch, an after-party (to the brunch), HIVE for Adam then Mambo. Pretty sweet!<\/p>\n<p>Call 052 388 8849 for more info!<\/p>\n<p>More info about HIVE <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hivedxb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8vcyNmpIj7\/<\/p>\n<h2>7. A\u00e7a\u00ed lovers: Get to know this funky spot whipping up some of the best a\u00e7a\u00ed in town<\/h2>\n<p>The A\u00e7a\u00ed Spot, a haven for the berry-lovin\u2019 folks who love to get creative with their healthy treats, is the best-est when it comes to dishing up what they serve best: the\u00a0a\u00e7a\u00ed bowl. Oh, the dreamy a\u00e7a\u00ed bowl.<\/p>\n<p>With branches in Sharjah, Mirdiff City Centre, Dubai Marina, DIFC and Deira; it\u2019s no wonder this venue has been revered as new go-to for brekkie, lunch, midday snacks and dinner.<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0The A\u00e7a\u00ed Spot <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/funky-cafe-acai-dubai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8WQpDMjgQh\/<\/p>\n<h2>6. RUN! Global Village has an amazing Kids Fest until February 22<\/h2>\n<p>Make your way to the UAE\u2019s greatest entertainment hub and the world\u2019s leading multi-cultural park, Global Village this month for Season 5 of \u2018Kids Fest\u2019 from February 6 \u2013 22, and enjoy AMAZE weather and even better activities at the global\u00a0paradise\u00a0for kiddos and parents alike.<\/p>\n<p>Kids can take part in a sing or dance-a-long at the specially-created live theatre shows, starring Chhota Bheem, Angry Birds, PJ Masks, Ben and Holly and Global Village\u2019s own Globo. The little ones\u00a0are also invited to take part in high energy Bollywood (Hadippa!) and Hip Hop dance workshops.<\/p>\n<p>But that&#8217;s not all. There&#8217;s also\u00a0Battleship, Snakes &amp; Ladders, 4-in-a-row,\u00a0Ripley\u2019s Believe it or Not!\u00ae the Carnaval, a\u00a0Circus Show and the thrilling Stunt Show Survivor. AMAZING!<\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><\/p>\n<h2>5. The Meat Co. at Souk Madinat is back in business with a whole new look<\/h2>\n<p>With the walls covered with 500 knives of the famous people who&#8217;ve broken bread there, and a cow skeleton as a feature piece, this is a meat-eaters haven for sure.<\/p>\n<p>The South African resto has a fantastic reputation and the new revamp is definitely worth a visit. Everything is cooked live, it feels authentic, the freshly baked bread is AMAZE and the understated glam interiors hit the right note for a special evening out.<\/p>\n<p>More info about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themeatco.com\/dubai-souk-madinat-jumeirah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Meat Company here<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><\/p>\n<h2>4. HIGH JOINT has a new burger and that&#8217;s all the info you need<\/h2>\n<p>This Jumeirah spot was <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/best-of\/best-burgers-dubai-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lovin Dubai&#8217;s top burger of 2019<\/a> and if you&#8217;ve ever had the joy of visiting, you&#8217;ll understand why. Now, they&#8217;ve just dropped a new burger and it&#8217;s a game-changer.<\/p>\n<p>Introducing:\u00a0The Bod-Bod High!<\/p>\n<p>If you like your burgers DRIPPING, this is the one for you. It&#8217;s a double patty burger complete with onion rings,\u00a0provolone and cheddar cheese, Dill BB sauce, a soft bun that&#8217;s just so good and then (the icing) two dripping miso maple glazed candied beef bacon rasher, which just take this to another level.<\/p>\n<p>Bow down to this beaut&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8nscDKpkVB\/<\/p>\n<h2>3. Try the fun new brunch Aaj Kal at Bar Baar for just AED99<\/h2>\n<p>A brunch including Indian food, pasta, burgers, street food, live cooking stations all for AED99 &#8211; amazing!<\/p>\n<p>The vibe was great with DJ and performances throughout the day. There&#8217;s a flea market with toys and some Indian jewellery and also a lady applying henna for the guests.\u00a0(And, they&#8217;ve also got ice bucket shisha which you could order separately!)<\/p>\n<p>Where? Sundowners poolside, Majestic City Retreat Hotel, Mankhool .<\/p>\n<p>When? Fridays, 12pm &#8211; 4pm<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8ZDjyVBKSl\/<\/p>\n<h2>2. One to mark for next week: A fab Tuesday ladies day at WHITE Beach<\/h2>\n<p>This beach club needs zero introduction. Ladies get in line for this beaut day out!<\/p>\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>You get to choose the type of package to determine how much more iconic you want your Tuesday to turn out. Dubai is never dead, not even on weekdays, so take advantage of this opportunity to have a great time. A standard package will get you unlimited grape and cocktails for only AED100, while the premium package can get you more bevvie options for AED150.<\/p>\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>P.S. Gents can use up AED100 out of the AED200 entrance fee for food and beverages, while women get 50% off the food menu. Ain\u2019t that fab?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-embed-block\">\n<p>When? Tuesdays from 12-5 pm.<\/p>\n<p>Call White Beach on +971 552 004 321 or email whitebeach@atlantisthepalm.com to book a table<\/p>\n<p>More info <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/white-beach-ladies-day-dream\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8Qrv9fjCR5\/<\/p>\n<h2>1. The iconic Canal Run is back on February 28<\/h2>\n<p>Get your trainers out, you&#8217;ve got a week left to prep for this!<\/p>\n<p>The OIC-BUPA Global 10km run is almost here! One for all levels, you choose 1km, 3km, 5km or 10km. It&#8217;s a well-run (geddit?!) event with water and aid stations along the way and a bag of goodies for all participants.<\/p>\n<p><em><a href=\"http:\/\/raceme.ae\/event\/dubai-canal-run\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">More info about the Canal Run here.\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8OS_rlDNGa\/<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"48 beautiffiulllllll hours minus work lay ahead. And it&#8217;s the time of the year when Dubai is positively hopping with events, so without further ado, here are alllllll the great things you can do in Dubai this weekend&#8230; via GIPHY 12. Saturday on Dubai&#8217;s biggest party cruise &#8211; find a better plan. 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Saturday on Dubai&#8217;s biggest party cruise &#8211; find a better plan. We&#8217;ll wait&#8230;<\/h2>\n<p>For a Saturday party look no further! This is the Lotus Mega Yacht that lives in Dubai Marina and comes complete with a pool, a cinema, a BBQ a buffet,\u00a0 a DJ, drinks and so much more is ready for you, your family and your mates.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tickets at AED199 -food, soft drinks<\/li>\n<li>AED299 \u2013 regular brunch<\/li>\n<li>AED499 \u2013 VIP brunch<\/li>\n<li>Kids under 5 go free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>VIP brunch? Get\u00a0access to the VIP area with private jacuzzi, premium drinks and bubbles<\/p>\n<p>The Cruise departs from Dubai Marina (next to Pier 7) and passes Atlantis, The Palm and reaches the Burj Al Arab.<\/p>\n<p>Dates: Every Saturday from 12.30pm to 4.30pm<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dubai.platinumlist.net\/event-tickets\/68925\/lovin-dubai-cruise?utm_source=Lovindubai.com&amp;utm_medium=Website&amp;utm_campaign=LD_Cruise_CPS-List_09Feb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">GET YOUR TICKS NOW<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image_block","image":{"ID":21529,"id":21529,"title":"lovin dubai cruise","filename":"Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","filesize":0,"url":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/inspo\/best-of\/weekend-activities-dubai-2\/attachment\/screenshot-2020-01-29-14-33-38\/","alt":"","author":"397","description":"","caption":"","name":"screenshot-2020-01-29-14-33-38","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":21527,"date":"2020-01-29 10:34:06","modified":"2020-01-29 10:34:09","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/png","type":"image","subtype":"png","icon":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":700,"height":681,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38-150x150.png","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38-300x292.png","medium-width":300,"medium-height":292,"medium_large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","medium_large-width":700,"medium_large-height":681,"large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","large-width":700,"large-height":681,"1536x1536":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","1536x1536-width":700,"1536x1536-height":681,"2048x2048":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","2048x2048-width":700,"2048x2048-height":681,"small":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38-230x224.png","small-width":120,"small-height":117,"custom-size":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/01\/Screenshot-2020-01-29-14.33.38.png","custom-size-width":206,"custom-size-height":200}},"image_caption":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>11. Hit this slick new cinematic-themed brunch at Paramount Hotel<\/h2>\n<p>Paramount Hotel Dubai invites noir film lovers, moviegoers and anyone who appreciates the cinematic world to try the \u2018Cine-manic Brunch\u2019 at Pacific Groove. It is the first of its kind in Dubai, and it is more than the usual brunch.<\/p>\n<p>Think Californian cuisine, serious drama plus fun quirks and an extra hour post-brunch for a happy hour. Funnnnnn!<\/p>\n<div class=\"article-content\">\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>When? Fridays, 1-4pm<\/p>\n<p>Price? Bubbly and house bevvies for AED395 or soft beverages for AED275<\/p>\n<p>Call 04 246 6666 for reservations!<\/p>\n<p>More info <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/paramount-hotel-dubai-cinematic\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B7ixoGPp4Q9\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>10. A FIERCE dining experience awaits at Fairmont the Palm<\/h2>\n<p>Head to a fabulous dinner at\u00a0<em>B\u0101-Boldly Asian.<\/em><\/p>\n<p class=\"article-title\">This restaurant combines luxuriously sleek interiors, with quality Asian cuisine, INCREDIBLE Dubai skyline views and gram \u2018ops like no other. Located at Fairmont The Palm,\u00a0B\u0101 comes from the same hotel which created Little Miss India, one of Dubai\u2019s most famous Indian restaurants; the team here have the knack of creating something extraordinary.\u00a0A signature feast includes the Fujiyama rolls and Takoyaki octopus dumplings to start, Korean fried chicken wings, pan-fried black pepper beef buns and the miso buttered lobster as mains, finished with a fluffy Japanese cheesecake and green tea mousse. YES!<\/p>\n<p>B\u0101-Boldly Asian is open from 6pm to 11:30pm (closed Sundays). Bar and lounge open from 5pm to 1am.<\/p>\n<p>To book, call +971 4 457 3457 or email palm.dining@fairmont.com<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8avUS-JSZ3\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2 class=\"article-title\">9. You can literally live your best life with 25% off on dining and stays at all Jumeirah hotels<\/h2>\n<p>And it&#8217;s all thanks to VISA!<\/p>\n<p>A long-established partnership between Visa and Jumeirah is encouraging your explorer-vibes with a very simple offer\u2026<\/p>\n<p>With\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ae.visamiddleeast.com\/en_AE\/pay-with-visa\/offers-and-promotions\/jumeirah-offers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Visa<\/a>, you get up to 25% off on dining and stays across Jumeirah restaurants and hotels.<\/p>\n<p>Read that again, and consider it. A quarter off Dubai\u2019s top hotel brand and destinations \u2013 ah-mayzing!<\/p>\n<p>Learn more about the Visa partnership with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ae.visamiddleeast.com\/en_AE\/pay-with-visa\/offers-and-promotions\/jumeirah-offers.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Jumeirah.<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B620HxmnKzH\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>8. Soho Garden has a new venue called HIVE and it&#8217;s already going OFF<\/h2>\n<p>This weekend, HIVE\u2019s going all out with two performances. So, brace yourself for a biggie!<\/p>\n<p>On February 19,\u00a0 Sasha Carassi will pull up to HIVE\u2019s Platform nights, that takes place on Wednesdays. Enjoy a fab ladies night as you sway to the beats of Carassi, coming all the way from Napoli. The DJ\u2019s set will include a list of house and breakbeat sounds of the late 90s to the techno, melodic and deep house sound of today.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/events\/2038867772923910\/\">Adam Beyer,<\/a>\u00a0who\u2019s played HUGE festivals like\u00a0Th\u00e9\u00e2tre antique de Lugdunum for Cercle and many EDM events across Europe. The Swedish producer and DJ IS coming to Dubai, at The Hive to play a set on February 21 from 7 pm-4 am. A fun brunch at the same location is also in place so you can really make a whole day out of this event: we\u2019re thinking, brunch, an after-party (to the brunch), HIVE for Adam then Mambo. Pretty sweet!<\/p>\n<p>Call 052 388 8849 for more info!<\/p>\n<p>More info about HIVE <a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/hivedxb\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8vcyNmpIj7\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>7. A\u00e7a\u00ed lovers: Get to know this funky spot whipping up some of the best a\u00e7a\u00ed in town<\/h2>\n<p>The A\u00e7a\u00ed Spot, a haven for the berry-lovin\u2019 folks who love to get creative with their healthy treats, is the best-est when it comes to dishing up what they serve best: the\u00a0a\u00e7a\u00ed bowl. Oh, the dreamy a\u00e7a\u00ed bowl.<\/p>\n<p>With branches in Sharjah, Mirdiff City Centre, Dubai Marina, DIFC and Deira; it\u2019s no wonder this venue has been revered as new go-to for brekkie, lunch, midday snacks and dinner.<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0The A\u00e7a\u00ed Spot <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/funky-cafe-acai-dubai\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8WQpDMjgQh\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>6. RUN! Global Village has an amazing Kids Fest until February 22<\/h2>\n<p>Make your way to the UAE\u2019s greatest entertainment hub and the world\u2019s leading multi-cultural park, Global Village this month for Season 5 of \u2018Kids Fest\u2019 from February 6 \u2013 22, and enjoy AMAZE weather and even better activities at the global\u00a0paradise\u00a0for kiddos and parents alike.<\/p>\n<p>Kids can take part in a sing or dance-a-long at the specially-created live theatre shows, starring Chhota Bheem, Angry Birds, PJ Masks, Ben and Holly and Global Village\u2019s own Globo. The little ones\u00a0are also invited to take part in high energy Bollywood (Hadippa!) and Hip Hop dance workshops.<\/p>\n<p>But that&#8217;s not all. There&#8217;s also\u00a0Battleship, Snakes &amp; Ladders, 4-in-a-row,\u00a0Ripley\u2019s Believe it or Not!\u00ae the Carnaval, a\u00a0Circus Show and the thrilling Stunt Show Survivor. AMAZING!<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image_block","image":{"ID":22195,"id":22195,"title":"Kids Fest @ Global Village (2)","filename":"Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2.jpg","filesize":0,"url":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2.jpg","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/sponsored\/global-village-kids-fest\/attachment\/kids-fest-global-village-2\/","alt":"","author":"1822","description":"","caption":"","name":"kids-fest-global-village-2","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":22193,"date":"2020-02-15 18:18:32","modified":"2020-02-15 18:18:32","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":1958,"height":1247,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2-300x191.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":191,"medium_large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2-768x489.jpg","medium_large-width":768,"medium_large-height":489,"large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2-1024x652.jpg","large-width":900,"large-height":573,"1536x1536":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2.jpg","1536x1536-width":1536,"1536x1536-height":978,"2048x2048":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2.jpg","2048x2048-width":1958,"2048x2048-height":1247,"small":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2-230x146.jpg","small-width":120,"small-height":76,"custom-size":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/Kids-Fest-@-Global-Village-2.jpg","custom-size-width":314,"custom-size-height":200}},"image_caption":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>5. The Meat Co. at Souk Madinat is back in business with a whole new look<\/h2>\n<p>With the walls covered with 500 knives of the famous people who&#8217;ve broken bread there, and a cow skeleton as a feature piece, this is a meat-eaters haven for sure.<\/p>\n<p>The South African resto has a fantastic reputation and the new revamp is definitely worth a visit. Everything is cooked live, it feels authentic, the freshly baked bread is AMAZE and the understated glam interiors hit the right note for a special evening out.<\/p>\n<p>More info about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.themeatco.com\/dubai-souk-madinat-jumeirah\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Meat Company here<\/a><\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"image_block","image":{"ID":22325,"id":22325,"title":"MEATCO SMJ (1)","filename":"MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","filesize":0,"url":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/latest\/12-great-excuses-to-go-out-and-live-your-best-life-in-dubai-this-weekend\/attachment\/meatco-smj-1\/","alt":"","author":"397","description":"","caption":"","name":"meatco-smj-1","status":"inherit","uploaded_to":22321,"date":"2020-02-19 09:34:55","modified":"2020-02-19 09:34:55","menu_order":0,"mime_type":"image\/jpeg","type":"image","subtype":"jpeg","icon":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/wp-includes\/images\/media\/default.png","width":700,"height":467,"sizes":{"thumbnail":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1-150x150.jpg","thumbnail-width":150,"thumbnail-height":150,"medium":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1-300x200.jpg","medium-width":300,"medium-height":200,"medium_large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","medium_large-width":700,"medium_large-height":467,"large":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","large-width":700,"large-height":467,"1536x1536":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","1536x1536-width":700,"1536x1536-height":467,"2048x2048":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","2048x2048-width":700,"2048x2048-height":467,"small":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1-230x153.jpg","small-width":120,"small-height":80,"custom-size":"\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/1\/2020\/02\/MEATCO-SMJ-1.jpg","custom-size-width":300,"custom-size-height":200}},"image_caption":""},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>4. HIGH JOINT has a new burger and that&#8217;s all the info you need<\/h2>\n<p>This Jumeirah spot was <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/best-of\/best-burgers-dubai-2019\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Lovin Dubai&#8217;s top burger of 2019<\/a> and if you&#8217;ve ever had the joy of visiting, you&#8217;ll understand why. Now, they&#8217;ve just dropped a new burger and it&#8217;s a game-changer.<\/p>\n<p>Introducing:\u00a0The Bod-Bod High!<\/p>\n<p>If you like your burgers DRIPPING, this is the one for you. It&#8217;s a double patty burger complete with onion rings,\u00a0provolone and cheddar cheese, Dill BB sauce, a soft bun that&#8217;s just so good and then (the icing) two dripping miso maple glazed candied beef bacon rasher, which just take this to another level.<\/p>\n<p>Bow down to this beaut&#8230;<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8nscDKpkVB\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>3. Try the fun new brunch Aaj Kal at Bar Baar for just AED99<\/h2>\n<p>A brunch including Indian food, pasta, burgers, street food, live cooking stations all for AED99 &#8211; amazing!<\/p>\n<p>The vibe was great with DJ and performances throughout the day. There&#8217;s a flea market with toys and some Indian jewellery and also a lady applying henna for the guests.\u00a0(And, they&#8217;ve also got ice bucket shisha which you could order separately!)<\/p>\n<p>Where? Sundowners poolside, Majestic City Retreat Hotel, Mankhool .<\/p>\n<p>When? Fridays, 12pm &#8211; 4pm<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8ZDjyVBKSl\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>2. One to mark for next week: A fab Tuesday ladies day at WHITE Beach<\/h2>\n<p>This beach club needs zero introduction. Ladies get in line for this beaut day out!<\/p>\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>You get to choose the type of package to determine how much more iconic you want your Tuesday to turn out. Dubai is never dead, not even on weekdays, so take advantage of this opportunity to have a great time. A standard package will get you unlimited grape and cocktails for only AED100, while the premium package can get you more bevvie options for AED150.<\/p>\n<div class=\"articles-text-block\">\n<p>P.S. Gents can use up AED100 out of the AED200 entrance fee for food and beverages, while women get 50% off the food menu. Ain\u2019t that fab?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"article-embed-block\">\n<p>When? Tuesdays from 12-5 pm.<\/p>\n<p>Call White Beach on +971 552 004 321 or email whitebeach@atlantisthepalm.com to book a table<\/p>\n<p>More info <a href=\"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/sponsored\/white-beach-ladies-day-dream\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<p>https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/B8Qrv9fjCR5\/<\/p>\n"},{"acf_fc_layout":"text_block","content":"<h2>1. The iconic Canal Run is back on February 28<\/h2>\n<p>Get your trainers out, you&#8217;ve got a week left to prep for this!<\/p>\n<p>The OIC-BUPA Global 10km run is almost here! One for all levels, you choose 1km, 3km, 5km or 10km. 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