If you live in the UAE, your Emirates ID is basically a backstage pass to the city. From skyline views at the Burj Khalifa to half-price dinners on the Marina, Dubai’s biggest attractions and restaurants are rolling out exclusive resident discounts this summer. Here’s your roundup of the best deals to bookmark before they expire. Iconic Views & Attractions Burj Khalifa – AED 99 Silver Ticket Skip the tourist price. UAE residents can access Levels 124 and 125 of the world’s tallest building for just AED 99 using promo code SAVE100. Valid until 31 August 2026 — original Emirates ID…
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Sam Allcock
Sam Allcock is a UK expat based in Dubai and the founder of Digital24, a press release distribution platform used by PR agencies and in-house communications teams to secure media coverage. With nearly two decades in SEO and digital PR, he has previously built and exited two agencies. He writes about life, business and culture in Dubai.
Dubai’s ladies’ night scene has gone way beyond a couple of free glasses of house white. These days it’s free-flowing wine paired with proper multi-course menus, rooftop views, bull rides, and even entire evenings across four venues for the price of one. Here are 12 that are actually worth clearing your calendar for, organised by night of the week so you can plan a full week of it if you’re feeling ambitious. Sunday Antika eases you into the week with Levantine mezze, free-flowing drinks, and live performances — a soft landing into Monday rather than a full-blown night out. 📍…
August in the UAE means one thing for locals and residents: staycation season. With temperatures pushing everyone toward air-conditioned lobbies and pool decks, hotels across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah have rolled out some of the year’s steepest discounts — up to 75% off, resort credits, free nights, and kids-stay-free deals. Here’s the full breakdown, region by region. Palm Jumeirah The Palm remains the staycation capital of the UAE, and this August the range runs from beach-club budget stays to full villa experiences. Ultra-Luxury Picks For a splurge-worthy staycation, these are this August’s standout offers: Jumeirah &…
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Dubai’s pool and beach club scene is world-class — but it doesn’t have to cost a fortune to access. Most of the city’s best spots offer complimentary entry on weekdays, with some extending the deal to ladies all week long. Whether you’re after a boho-luxe J1 Beach vibe, Miami-inspired Palm sunbeds, or an elegant Mediterranean escape, here’s exactly where to go — and when — to get in without paying a penny on the door. Free Every Day (Monday – Sunday) The 305 — Palm West Beach, Palm Jumeirah Where: The 305, Palm West Beach, Palm JumeirahFree access: Monday –…
Dubai’s drinks scene doesn’t have to break the bank. Whether you’re after a beachside beer on the Palm, a rooftop cocktail in Media City, or a classic pint at a proper Irish pub, there are more happy hour deals in this city than most people realise — and a good chunk of them start well below AED 35. Here’s the full list, sorted by price so you know exactly where to head. Drinks from AED 26 NOLA Eatery & Social House — JLT Where: NOLA Eatery & Social House, Cluster P, JLTHappy hour: Daily 5PM–7PMFrom: AED 26 A stylish New…
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