Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Courtesy Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.
Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Courtesy Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo.

5 things to do today: Enjoy a day at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo and celebrate Brazil’s national day



Enjoy a day with your little ones at the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo. Ideal for children 3 and younger, guests will enjoy unlimited access to the research experience as well as the Toddler Touch Pool that features several hands-on activities, including a meet and greet with some of the resident animals. Daily until September 27, 10am to 1pm, Dh100 per adult and children under the age of three, Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, Level 2, The Dubai Mall, 04 448 5200, www.thedubaiaquarium.com

Rejuvenate your mind and body with Radisson Blu Resort Fujairah's daily yoga sessions. Set against the backdrop of the Arabian Gulf, a range of yoga classes and training – suitable for amateurs and professionals – are on offer. Daily, from 7.30am to 8.30am, free for hotel guests, Dh50 per hour for non-hotel guests, O2 Spa, Radisson Blu Hotel Fujairah, 09 244 9700, www.radissonblu.com

Celebrate Brazil's national day with an evening of fun, food and samba. Guests can choose from a range of dishes at the starter buffet, 18 different cuts of meat along with a number of yummy drinks. The evening's entertainment will be a live performance of Latin music, accompanied by samba dancers. Until Thursday, 6pm to midnight, Dh295 per person, Chamas Churrascaria and Bar, Crowne Plaza Dubai, 800 276 963, www.fundining.ae

Book ahead to mix and mingle at the Miranda Davidson Studios' open house. The evening will include information on all things related to MDS courses and a 10 per cent discount code for the attendees. There will also be an open casting call for future feature-film opportunities. Wednesday, 6.30pm to 9.30pm, Park Rotana building, twoFour54, Abu Dhabi, www.mirandadavidsonstudios.com

Make a reservation at British Michelin-star chef Jason Atherton's new restaurant, Marina Social. The menu includes Mediterranean-inspired platters. Daily, InterContinental Hotel Dubai Marina, 04 446 6777, www.ihg.com

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