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      This Dubai restaurant week has coincided perfectly with the long weekend

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      If you’re at a loss at what to do this upcoming long weekend, it may be the perfect time to explore some new (or perhaps not so new…) restaurants in Dubai.
      In the most perfect timing ever, Jumeriah Restaurant Week is back as part of Dubai’s Summer Surprises for 2020 which you can enjoy up until August 22.

      Restaurant-goers can dine at some of Jumeriah Group’s most popular restaurants with three-course curated menus for a discounted price. And, of course, there are an array of different cuisines on offer.
      With prices ranging from Dhs120 to Dhs250 per person at the selected restaurants, it’s the ideal time to try out a new spot that you haven’t before or even return to an old favourite.

      Here’s some of our favourite Jumeirah restaurants which are taking part in Restaurant Week.
      Rockfish

      Dhow and Anchor

      The Duck Hook

      Trattoria Toscana

      Lah Lah

      To see the full list of participating restaurants visit the Jumeirah website.
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      Lebanese designer Elie Saab’s message of hope in the wake of the Beirut blast

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      As the city of Beirut continues to recover following the devastating explosion that occurred two weeks ago, fashion designer Elie Saab has shared a message of hope to the people of Lebanon.
      In a candid interview with Reuters, Saab, whose home was destroyed in the blast, recalled the moment he saw his son injured from the explosion.

      “I saw my son covered in blood; I could not believe it,” he said. “I said OK, he is wounded, but it was OK, it was just cuts to his head and arms.”
      However, further recounting the moment Saab admitted that while it was 15 minutes it “felt like two days long”.

      “It was not just because it is a father and son thing, it was because we all work together like one family under one roof,” he added.
      As a result of the blast, Saab’s office and headquarters – which has 200 members of staff working at the HQ – were also badly damaged.

      The designer, who founded his eponymous label in 1982 at the height of Lebanon’s civil war (1975 – 1990), likened the atmosphere in Beirut post-blast to that time.
      “It was the same smell, the same dust, the broken glass. Honestly, we did not want to relive this and it was not necessary,” he told Reuters.
      While the 56-year-old designer admits it has been a “huge setback”, he offered a hopeful message to the people of Beirut.
      “This is a huge setback but we have to be like Beirut – every time dusting itself off and returning to the way it was,” he said. “We must go on … It does not become us as Lebanese to give up.”
      However, it did pay tribute to those who lost their lives saying “the biggest loss is the people you can’t bring back”.
      The devasting explosion killed 178, has left 6,000 injured and damaged entire communities in Beirut.
      For further information on how you can help the people of Beirut click here.
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      5 last-minute Dubai staycations to book for the long weekend

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      Given that the upcoming long weekend was only confirmed last week, you may have not had time to plan out what you’re going to do.
      If there’s one thing we know when it comes to long weekends, you can never go wrong with a staycation.

      Here’s five deals to take advantage of for this upcoming long weekend.
      One&Only The Palm

      Take advantage of One&Only The Palm’s beach hideaway staycation deal so you can relax and unwind at one of Dubai’s most luxurious resorts. With rates starting from Dhs1,850 per night guests will receive a daily breakfast, Dhs500 credit per room per each night’s stay which is redeemable on food and beverage and will receive complimentary late checkout.
      To book call 04 440 1010 or visit oneandonlyresorts.com/the-palm.
      Mandarin Oriental

      Ever since Sheikh Mohammed was recently spotted at this luxury resort, we haven’t been able to get it off our minds. At the moment, the Mandarin Oriental has a staycation deal for Dhs1,200 per night. This includes a daily breakfast for two at The Bay, early check-in at 11am, late check-out until 4pm, a welcome drink upon arrival and daily credit of Dhs185 when you book a room and Dhs365 when you book a suite.
      To book call 04 777 2222 or visit mandarinoriental.com/dubai.
      Anantara The Palm

      Escape to the depths of Thailand whilst staying in Dubai this weekend by staying at Anantara The Palm. In a staycation offer that’s exclusive for UAE residents, guests will get 25 per cent off accommodation in any room or villa. As part of the offer guests will also receive an a la carte breakfast for two people at the resort’s Crescendo or Revo Cafe, 25 per cent off the resort’s award-winning restaurants and 25 per cent off at the Anantara Spa. Rates start from Dhs585 for Premier Lagoon View room on double occupancy.
      To book call 04 567 8888 or visit anantara.com/en/palm-dubai/.
      Sofitel Dubai The Palm

      For the perfect getaway with your other half, take advantage of Sofitel Dubai The Palm’s ‘Couple Summer Escape’ package. Starting at Dhs1,999, you can enjoy two nights in a luxury sea view room with daily breakfast and lunch or dinner included, 30 minutes couples full-body massage, private Beach Cabana daily and an early check-in and late checkout.
      To book call 04 455 6677 or visit sofitel-dubai-thepalm.com.
      Dukes The Palm

      For an amazing all-inclusive deal, book a stay at Dukes The Palm this weekend. Included in the offer – which is valid until 30 September – your choice of hotel room with Palm views; breakfast at all-day dining Great British Restaurant; lunch and dinner severed as a three-course set menu at West 14th Steakhouse; choice of dinner served as a three-course set menu at Khyber; and an unlimited selection of house beverages over meals, also served by the pool and beach. Rates start from Dhs799 per night for a deluxe room for two adults.
      To book call 04 455 1111 or visit barcelo.com/en-gb/dukes-the-palm-royal-hideaway.
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      Uber service is finally available in this UAE city

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      It is hard to remember a time when Uber wasn’t around, but many forget that the ride-hailing service only launched in 2009 and came to Dubai in 2013 and Abu Dhabi in 2018. However, now we can’t imagine being without this convenient pick-up option to take us anywhere we want to go in just a few clicks.
      This convenient personal chauffer app is available in most major cities around the world and has now finally launched in Sharjah making it even easier for commuters to travel into Dubai as well as other cities in the UAE.

      Just like the Dubai users, riders in Sharjah will have access to UberSelect, Uber’s most affordable service, once you download the app and add your details.
      This move is also great news for potential new drivers who might’ve struggled with a drop in riders when everyone was working from home.

      The latest launch is part of Uber’s ongoing efforts to continue providing more access to Uber’s technology and in line with the company’s commitment to invest in the region’s potential for growth by expanding and serving more of the community and creating additional earning opportunities for drivers during a challenging time.
      With that in mind, you can feel comfortable knowing that Uber has rolled out enhanced safety features to give everyone using the app a peace of mind. From mandating masks for both riders and drivers, and offering them the flexibility to cancel a ride without incurring a penalty, if they’re not wearing a mask, to regular sanitisation of the cars and making hand sanitizer available for riders.
      “COVID-19 has presented unprecedented challenges, but as we work towards accelerating recovery, we’re focusing on our strengths – offering safe, reliable, and affordable mobility solutions and investing in securing the livelihoods of drivers by creating additional earning opportunities,” says Rifad Mahasneh, General Manager, GCC & Levant at Uber MENA.
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      Kylie Jenner becomes victim of fake photoshopped post on Instagram

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      When you’re as famous as Kylie Jenner is, there’s no doubt people are going to talking about you. However, it’s when false stories and rumours start to circulate that things start to become problematic.
      While the Kardashian-Jenners aren’t normally ones to ever address fake news about them, the makeup mogul wasn’t about to let the most recent false rumour about her to spread.

      In a recent photo the 23-year-old posted to Instagram, Jenner initially captioned the post with the white heart and gold stars emojis which she changed to “brown eyed girl” moments later.

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      A post shared by Kylie (@kyliejenner) on Aug 16, 2020 at 12:43pm PDT

      However, a doctored post began circulating online claiming Jenner had actually captioned the post “brown-skinned girl”. Of course, the post was fake.
      The Kylie Cosmetics CEO provided proof that the post was fake on her Instagram story.

      “Here’s the fake version that everyone believed,” she said, showing two side-by-side shots of the doctored Instagram post. “Saw online someone Photoshopped this photo I posted to change my caption from ‘brown eyed girl’ to ‘brown skinned girl’. I never said this.”
      It just goes to show, don’t believe everything you see online…
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      A new Jumeirah hotel is opening with a fabulous staycation deal

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      At the beginning of next month, Jumeirah Group is set to open a brand new hotel with a fantastic staycation deal.
      Based in Dubai Marina, Jumeirah Living Marina Gate is set to open its doors on September 1.

      The luxury hotel creates the aura of the perfect home-away-from-home ambience, with residences coming complete with an open plan kitchen ranging from studios to a three-bedroom suite, all with incredible views of Dubai Marina.
      The hotel also comes complete with an infinity pool and a kids pool with a recreation area. There’s also a residents’ lounge, which serves food all day in a buffet-style kitchen.

      In celebration of its opening, those who book before October 31 on stays up to September 30 next year, they will receive a 20 per cent discount on rates (or 30 per cent if you intend to stay for more than seven nights) which start from Dhs396 per night.
      A 30 per cent discount will also be available on spa treatments at the Spa at Native Club, 20 per cent discount off participating Jumeirah restaurants in Dubai and 25 per cent discount on beach access Jumeirah Zabeel Saray – Palm Jumeirah.
      In addition, there’s an exclusive rate available to guests of Dhs75 who wish to visit Wild Wadi Waterpark.
      Time to get that staycation booked in!
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      New brunch and stay package to take advantage of this weekend

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      What better way to kick off a long weekend than with a buzzy party brunch followed by a relaxing stay, breakfast the next morning, pool access and a late checkout?
      Love Parties’ Play and Stay has launched an overnight package featuring an evening brunch at Love Parties’ We Brunch: After Dark, one bedroom apartment at the 5-star InterContinental Dubai Marina, breakfast, late check-out until 6pm and pool access all for just Dhs599 per person, based on two people sharing.

      We Brunch: After Dark is already one of Dubai’s favourite Friday night brunches. Running from 8pm to 11pm at the Accents Restaurant, expect a vibrant atmosphere, old school tunes and an impressive selection of international dishes.

      Apartments are modern and comfortable with floor-to-ceiling windows offering amazing views of the Marina, while the breakfast is just as varied as the brunch and is also served at the Accents Restaurant.
      Thanks to a generous late checkout, you have the whole day to chill at the stylish swimming pool or take a walk down to nearby JBR beach.
      Book online while booking brunch at www.webrunchdxb.com.
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