The iPILOT A380 simulator at Magic Planet. Courtesy iPILOT
The iPILOT A380 simulator at Magic Planet. Courtesy iPILOT

Five things to do today: fly an A380 in a simulator and enter a cake-decorating competition judged by Cake Boss Buddy Valastro

Fly an A380 in a simulator; enter a cake-decorating competition judged by Cake Boss Buddy Valastro; indulge in an Indian iftar at Kwality; enjoy deals on skin treatments at Rebecca Treston at Euromed; and sign up for The Happiness Program.

Ellen Fortini

July 15, 2014

Fly an A380 in the iPILOT simulator, a total-immersion experience in an enclosed cockpit that actual pilots use for training. Instructors will accompany visitors to give an overview and explain the procedures before take-off or landing at airports worldwide. From Dh270, Magic Planet, Mirdif City Centre, Dubai, www.theplaymania.com

Enter a cake decorating competition for the chance to have your masterpiece judged by the American baker Buddy Valastro, the star of the TV show Cake Boss, and the Emirates Palace pastry chef Alexander Haebe. Winning cakes will be showcased at Emirates Palace. Enter for free by July 31 and bring your cake to Emirates Palace on August 9, www.thinkflash.ae

Indulge in an Indian iftar at Kwality with a buffet of soups, vegetarian and non-vegetarian starters and main courses, breads, biryani and desserts. From sunset to midnight, from Dh59 for adults, Dh30 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6, Salaam Street, Abu Dhabi, 02 672 7337, www.theroyalorchidgroup.com

Visit Rebecca Treston at Euromed to treat your skin and enjoy one free treatment when you buy two Pristine Vitamin C express facials or get a free mesotherapy treatment when you buy two Pristine Plus Carboxy therapy facials. From Dh700 for the express facials, from Dh1,200 for the therapy facials, Villa 611, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai, 04 394 5422, www.euromedclinicdubai.com

Sign up for The Happiness Program and take part in yoga, meditation, breathing techniques and games that reduce stress and enhance overall health and well-being. From July 20 to 25, 6.30pm to 9.30pm, Dh750 includes lifetime membership to the Art of Living Foundation, 7th floor, Emsons building, Electra Street, Abu Dhabi, www.artofliving.org, 02 676 0121

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Abu Dhabi GP schedule

Friday: First practice - 1pm; Second practice - 5pm

Saturday: Final practice - 2pm; Qualifying - 5pm

Sunday: Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (55 laps) - 5.10pm

Meydan race card

6pm Dubai Trophy – Conditions(TB) $100,000 (Turf) 1,200m 

6.35Dubai Trophy – Conditions(TB) $100,000 (Turf) 1,200m
1,800m 

7.10pm Jumeirah Derby Trial – Conditions (TB) $60,000 (T)
1,800m ,400m 

7.45pm Al Rashidiya – Group 2 (TB)  $180,000  (T) 1,800m 

8.20pm Al Fahidi Fort – Group 2 (TB) $180,000 (T) 1,400m 

8.55pm Dubawi Stakes – Group 3 (TB) $150,000 (D) 1,200m 

9.30pm Aliyah – Rated Conditions (TB) $80,000 (D) 2,000m  

Key facilities
  • Olympic-size swimming pool with a split bulkhead for multi-use configurations, including water polo and 50m/25m training lanes
  • Premier League-standard football pitch
  • 400m Olympic running track
  • NBA-spec basketball court with auditorium
  • 600-seat auditorium
  • Spaces for historical and cultural exploration
  • An elevated football field that doubles as a helipad
  • Specialist robotics and science laboratories
  • AR and VR-enabled learning centres
  • Disruption Lab and Research Centre for developing entrepreneurial skills
How to protect yourself when air quality drops

Install an air filter in your home.

Close your windows and turn on the AC.

Shower or bath after being outside.

Wear a face mask.

Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.

If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.

Game Changer

Director: Shankar 

Stars: Ram Charan, Kiara Advani, Anjali, S J Suryah, Jayaram

Rating: 2/5