Dubai Weekend
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As the sweltering UAE heat continues, indoor activities remain at the forefront of our minds for weekend plans.

And, of course, GRAZIA is always here to bring you a curated guide of the best things going on in the emirate.

From the perfect spa experience to a refined pool day, we’re here to bring you another edition of the GRAZIA Dubai weekend guide.

Relaxation at its finest

Waldorf Astoria
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Start your weekend off on a relaxing note with the ultimate spa experience at the Waldorf Astoria DIFC. The popular hotel invites you to its spa for a summer experience with its thoughtfully designed package which features a 60-minute stress relief or dune bliss massage, which is then complemented by a 30-minute flotation pod session, after which you can enjoy a healthy lunch at Peacock Alley. The complete package is priced at Dhs900.

For more information, visit their website here.

Tokyo Nights, Dubai Bites

matagi dubai
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Matagi brings Tokyo after dark vibes to Dubai, with a sleek, intimate setting that serves up some of the best Japanese food in the city. True to izakaya style, the menu is all about perfectly composed small plates, each designed to be shared and savoured together. Which sounds easier said than done, because everything is so good, you’ll want to devour it all yourself… Start with melt-in-the-mouth sashimi and maki rolls before moving on to robata-grilled specialties, the black cod of dreams, and wagyu gyozas that will have you dreaming of dumplings long after your visit. All washed down with cocktails that arrive like liquid art. What more could you possibly ask for?

For more information, visit their website here.

Retail Therapy

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Fancy an indulgent shopping trip this weekend? Then we recommend you head to Dubai Mall, as luxury travel brand Aviteur has now landed in the Middle East, which you can now shop at Nous. If you’re in need of a suitcase upgrade following a summer of heavy travel,  the brand’s Travel Capsule Collection offers the perfect balance of contemporary sophistication and refined craftsmanship to create the ideal travel bags. With the collection centring around the newest Carry-On 25, a timeless design offered in black and walnut, it is time to get shopping.

For more information, visit their website here.

Sunkissed Skylines

The Lana
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On the rooftop which overlooks the stunning Dubai Skyline, The Lana Dorchester Collection invites you to escape the heat, taking to the sky to enjoy a rooftop pool day. Surrounded by infinite panoramic views of Downtown, this makes for a day out to recharge and make the most of the summer days, despite the heat. For Dhs750, this is fully redeemable for food and drinks at the in-house restaurant High Society. Allowing yourself to indulge in the Michelin-starred menu, trying a variety of dishes from chef Jean Imbert, which are bound to leave you wanting more.

For more information, visit their website here

Where dining and dancing collide

NAHATE
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NAHATÉ Dubai is one of the most adventurous dining experiences as the destination behind the World’s Most Expensive Cocktail they have continued to innovate blending the worlds of dinner and dance they have created both an elusive and exclusive experience. With partnerships with brands such as Jacob & Co. and Baccarat, they created something distinctly unique. Despite the elevated dining experience, the venue transitions after dark into a vibrant space filled with house music and afrobeats. Creating the perfect spot to indulge in captivating flavours as the atmosphere turns up.

For more information, visit their website here