Saber Al Rubai will perform at the Sharjah World Music Festival. Courtesy Sharjah World Music Festival
Saber Al Rubai will perform at the Sharjah World Music Festival. Courtesy Sharjah World Music Festival

5 things to do: Get tickets to see Saber Rebai or take part in Full Moon Yoga



Get tickets now to see a performance by the Tunisian singer Saber Rebai, who is called the prince of Arab music. Rebai will open the six-day Sharjah World Music Festival next week. His top hits include Heyatak Ya Habibi, Ala Nar and Ajmal Nissa El Dunya. January 7, 9pm, from Dh200, Al Majaz Amphitheatre, Sharjah, www.ticketmaster.ae.

Pamper yourself and get glamorous with indulgent beauty packages from House of Allure and enjoy discounts. The ladies' salon and spa specialises in high-end beauty treatments from facials and manicures to make-up and hair care. Open from 10am to 9pm, Dh1,000 with 15 per cent off all services for Velvet Cherry package; Dh2,000 with 20 per cent off all services for Honeybee package, Khaleej Al Arabi Street opposite Somalian embassy, Abu Dhabi, www.houseofallurespa.com, 02 666 6317

Sign up to take part in Full Moon Yoga at Al Barari's Showcase Gardens. Expand your mind and body, release negative energy, and experience the fun, peaceful energy shared under the full moon. January 24, 7pm to 8pm, Dh100 includes yoga and tea, Al Barari's Showcase Gardens, The Farm, Dubai, register at www.albarari.com.

Register the kids for the Winter Camp at Al Forsan International Sports Resort, where they will enjoy an eclectic mix of activities, including archery, football and a range of arts and crafts. Runs until January 7, 9am to 3pm, Sundays to Thursdays, from Dh700 per week, plus optional early bird camp from 7.30am to 9am, and late stay camp from 3pm to 5.30pm for an additional Dh30, Al Forsan International Sports Resort, Khalifa City, Abu Dhabi, www.alforsan.com.

Book your spot for the advanced blogging workshop at Dubai International Writers' Centre and get tips on how to take your blog to the next level.  January 16, 10.30am to 12.30pm, Dh200, Dubai International Writers' Centre, Al Shindagha Historical Neighbourhood, Al Khaleej Road, Dubai, 04 355 9844, www.diwc.ae.

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