Dubai in summer has a way of making the sofa look very appealing. The heat outside is the kind that rearranges your plans for you, and staying indoors starts to feel less like a compromise and more like common sense. But some experiences are worth braving the heat for. Life, after all, is made up of moments spent outside your own four walls. This weekend, MOJEH Men encourages you to venture into the outdoors with the promise of memories made.
Where To Stay
A successful staycation isn’t defined by the room itself. Of course a sprawling oceanside suite with a wrap-around balcony helps, but a truly worthwhile staycation is about the two things that turn a break into something closer to a holiday: what you eat and how well you switch off. Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai has built its summer around both.
The spa unveils a new set of restorative treatments including a Sculpt & Reshape Series, Performance Recovery and a Summer Detox (the latter is ideal for World Cup-induced fatigue) to go alongside its state-of-the-art fitness facilities. As for dining, Tasca by José Avillez has condensed its best-loved dishes into a menu dubbed The Classics. Featuring favourites like the tuna tartare cones, tempura cod cakes and pastel de natas, the three-course menu is an easy introduction to Portuguese cuisine.
Between luxurious suites, award-winning dining and a world-class spa, Mandarin Oriental Jumeira Dubai makes its case as a one-stop summer address. Book Now.
Where To Eat
Some experiences are better shared, and steak nights are definitely one of them. The Spaniel at Bluewaters Dubai has introduced Steak Frites Fridays; the modern British brasserie is offering a selection of premium cuts, triple-cooked frites and classic sauces from 5PM onwards, served alongside views of the Ain Dubai. With casual drinks and hearty dishes, it is an easy occasion to build a weekend around. Book Now.
What To Shop
There’s a version of the phrase that goes: when it comes to trying something new, the sky really is the limit. Hublot has taken that fairly literally with its newest release. The Big Bang Sapphire Sky Blue is crafted from sapphire with a sky-blue transparency and the brand’s Meca-10 calibre. Limited to just 100 pieces worldwide, adding it to your collection is a fitting way to mark the season. Shop Now.
What To Do
This Saturday, 25 July, all eyes turn to Abu Dhabi for UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov at Etihad Arena on Yas Island. Former light heavyweight champion Magomed Ankalaev was originally set to face Khalil Rountree Jr., but an injury pulled Rountree out, opening the door for Bogdan Guskov. It’s their first meeting and a difference in fighting styles promises a good clash: Ankalaev’s calculated control against a hungry finisher chasing his biggest opportunity yet. Book Now.
News To Know
It may still be months away but this is one event worth booking early. Hans Zimmer returns to Abu Dhabi on Friday, 13 November, performing live at Etihad Arena as part of the 23rd Abu Dhabi Festival. The Academy Award and Grammy-winning composer brings his 19-piece band for a full arena show built around scores from The Lion King, Gladiator, The Dark Knight Trilogy and Interstellar, among others. His live shows have sold out across Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East, so don’t expect tickets to be available for long. Book Now.
