Shortened work and school hours coinciding with perfect beach weather, which works well for anyone seeking a daycation in Dubai.
If you fancy catching some rays or cooling off with a dip at one of the city's nicest swimming pools, read on for a guide to the best daycation packages available across the emirate.
Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa
For an extra special daycation, head into the desert to Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa. Nestled in the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve, this place has panoramic views of the dunes and a backdrop of the Hajar Mountains, as well as several daycation options to choose from.
The pool day package starts from Dh450 per person, and includes full-day access to the infinity pool and a three-course lunch at Al Diwaan. Yoga fans can opt for the wellness package, which also includes a one-hour meditative yoga class, and the spa indulgence option comes with a 60-minute treatment at Timeless Spa.
Daily 7am-8pm, includes access to the Timeless Spa infinity pool, lockers and changing room, gym and a three-course lunch inclusive of soft drinks. Yoga sessions available Tuesday and Saturdays at 8am only; advance bookings on 04 832 99; Al Maha Desert Resort, Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve; marriott.com
Fairmont The Palm Dubai
Enjoy pool and beach time at Fairmont the Palm in Dubai and you'll also get money back to spend on food and beverages. Head down to this luxury hotel any day of the week and take your pick from eight temperature-controlled pools. For beach lovers, there's also 800 metres of sandy shores to enjoy.
And, when you start feeling peckish or fancy a refreshing drink, you'll have Dh150 credit to spend on food and beverages across the resort.
Daily, 7am-8pm, Dh150 weekdays, Dh250 weekends, children aged 6-12 cost half price and children under 6 are free; Fairmont The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai; fairmont.com/palm-dubai
Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk
Leave the city behind for a day inspired by the French Riviera at Sofitel Dubai the Obelisk. Head to Soleil to dip into the ‘key of life’ shaped pool, lounge on sunbeds and enjoy the city views. You'll also get cashback to spend on beverages and Mediterranean dishes at Soleil Pool and Lounge.
Packages start from Dh175 per adult on weekdays, with Dh75 of that redeemable on food and beverages. Children’s pool passes start from Dh85, with Dh50 to spend at Soleil, and children under 5 enter free when accompanied by a paying adult.
Daily, 8am-8pm, weekdays from Dh175, weekends from Dh200; advance booking required on 04 324 9999; Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk, Sheikh Rashid Road, Dubai; sofitel-dubai-theobelisk.com
Park Inn by Radisson Dubai Motor City
Spend the day at Dubai’s only motor-themed hotel and you can cool down at the rooftop pool for only Dh59 per adult. Take in the views of Dubai Marina and the Dubai Autodrome, visit the gym or simply relax and unwind. Entry fees are also fully redeemable on food and drinks at outlets across the hotel. And, if you want to make it a proper daycation, upgrade for Dh120 and you'll also get a day room, perfect for refreshing or giving the children a place to nap.
Pool timings daily from 7am-7pm, day rooms available from noon-8pm (maximum of two adults and three children under 12 in a room); Dh59 for adults, Dh29 for children aged 6-12, free for children under 6; advance booking via reservations.motorcity@parkinn.com; Park Inn by Radisson, Dubai Motor City; radissonhotels.com
Doubletree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay
Spend the day at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai in Business Bay and you’ll get pool access, gym access and a premium room to use throughout the day – perfect for freshening up or grabbing a post-swim nap. Rooms can be used by up to three adults, or two adults and two children, with rates starting from Dh200, plus taxes.
Daily from 9am-6pm, blackout dates apply; prices are 50 per cent of standard room rates, starting from Dh200 plus taxes; Doubletree by Hilton Dubai – Business Bay, Bay Square, Dubai; hilton.com
Vida Emirates Hills
Enjoy the day at Vida Emirates Hills where you can catch some rays at the sparkling infinity pool overlooking the greenery of the surrounding golf course. Even better, you'll get your entire entry fee back to spend on pool bites throughout the day.
Daily from 7am-7pm, Dh120 per person, fully redeemable on food and beverages. Bookings via 04 872 8888 or hithere.hills@vidahotel.com; Vida Emirates Hills, The Hills, Emirates Hills; www.vidahotels.com
Sofitel Dubai The Palm
Make the most of your downtime this month with all-day pool and beach access at Sofitel Dubai The Palm. There’s a 500-metre private beach and multiple outdoor pools to choose from, with access throughout the week. Day guests also get 20 per cent off at restaurants and bars across the resort and, if you want to reserve your spot in the sun, dedicated loungers directly in front of the main pool can be booked for an additional Dh210 per couple. A word of note: towels are not provided due to Covid-19 regulations, so make sure you pack your own.
Sunday-Thursday, 9am-6pm, Dh150 per adult, children Dh65, under 6s free, Friday-Saturday, Dh200 for adults, Dh100 for children, under 6s free; bookings via 04 455 6677; Sofitel Dubai The Palm, Palm Jumeirah; sofiteldubaithepalm.com
Hilton Dubai Jumeirah
If you fancy a weekend at the beach with change from Dh100, then Hilton Dubai Jumeirah's Wavebreaker Beach and Restaurant is a good pick. Set right on Jumeirah Beach, this family-friendly haunt offers all-day beach and pool access on Fridays and Saturdays for Dh99 per adult, and half-price access for children aged 6 to 12, or free for those under 5. On weekdays, it's Dh129 per person, but that's fully redeemable on food and beverages at Wavebreaker restaurant.
Daily from 8am-7.30pm; Fridays-Saturdays Dh99 per adult, Sundays-Thursdays Dh129 per adult with Dh129 redeemable in F&B; Hilton Dubai Jumeirah, Dubai Marina, Dubai; hilton.com
La Ville Hotel & Suites
Spend the day taking in views of the Dubai skyline from the rooftop infinity pool at La Ville Hotel & Suites in City Walk. Day guests will also get credit back to spend on food and beverages at LookUp Rooftop Bar and, if you download the Marriott Bonvoy app, you can earn and redeem points as you lounge by the hotel pool.
Daily from 7am-6pm; weekday entrance from Dh100, includes Dh50 F&B credit, weekend entrance from Dh150, includes Dh100 F&B credit; children aged 6-12 get a 50 per cent discount; La Ville Hotel & Suites, City Walk, Dubai; livelaville.com
DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach
Experience the ultimate daycation at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach. The infinity pool and private beach here both come with views of Ain Dubai and Bluewaters Island.
Visit on a weekday and you’ll essentially get pool and beach access for free, as the hotel will give you Dh100 credit to spend on food and beverages. Weekends, unfortunately, don't have the cashback offer, but entry on Fridays and Saturdays starts from Dh150 per adult, which isn't bad for one of Dubai's most popular areas.
Daily from 9am-9pm; Dh100 per person on weekdays (fully redeemable on F&B); Dh150 on Fridays and Saturdays (non-redeemable); children aged 6-12 cost Dh50, children under 5 free of charge; DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai Jumeirah Beach, JBR, Dubai; hilton.com
Radisson Red Dubai Silicon Oasis
The Lazy Loungers promotion at Radisson Red Dubai Silicon Oasis is a great choice if you’re looking for somewhere low-key to lunch and swim. Spend Dh100 on food and beverages anywhere in the hotel, and you’ll get access to the rooftop pool at Red Roof free of charge. Choose to dine at the pet-friendly OUIBar & Terrace, Cali-Poke for quick bites on the go, or tuck into light bites as you lounge poolside.
Daily from 9am until midnight; Radisson Red Dubai Silicon Oasis; radisson.com
Conrad Dubai
If you're seeking a girls' only daycation, head to Conrad Dubai where you can enjoy some pampering at the spa, coupled with pool time. Every Wednesday, ladies can enjoy lounging at Bliss 6 – the hotel's pool deck surrounded by lush greenery. Afterwards, retreat to the spa for a 60-minute facial followed by a 30-minute back and shoulder massage.
Wednesdays from 8am-midnight; Dh375 per person (women only); prior booking via dubaispa@conradhotels.com; Conrad Dubai, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai; hilton.com
Park Hyatt Dubai
For those looking for a relaxing daytime getaway, Park Hyatt Dubai has a package for two that includes entry to the lagoon pool, daytime access to a lagoon beach room, Dh200 credit for food and beverages, and complimentary beach bags. You’ll also get refreshing watermelon served to you as you soak up some rays.
And, if by the end of the day you really don’t want to leave, you can extend your stay overnight for an additional Dh300.
Daily from 10am-7pm; Dh850 for two adults, plus taxes; Park Hyatt Dubai, Dubai Creek Club St, Port Saeed; hyatt.com
Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, Dubai JBR
Just in time for Ramadan, Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham Dubai JBR has introduced new daycation packages starting at Dh249 that include a daytime room, pool access and 30 per cent off spa treatments at Rayya Wellness.
Those looking to enjoy dining options can opt for the Dh299 package, to get Dh250 in hotel credit – Dh100 of which can be redeemed on F&B and Dh150 at Rayya Wellness. And, if you’re bringing the family, the Dh359 package comes with four tickets to your choice of Laguna Waterpark or The Green Planet.
Daily from 9am-6pm; prices inclusive of taxes; dayroom occupancy is maximum two adults and two children under 6; for bookings, email reservations@ramadajbr.com or call 04 399 9979; Ramada Hotel & Suites by Wyndham, JBR, Dubai; rhotels.com
Atlantis, The Palm
White Beach at Atlantis, The Palm is one of the most stylish beach clubs in the city, ideal for anyone seeking an Insta-friendly daycation destination. Dive into the infitiny pool or relax on the floating beds, and enjoy uninterrupted views of the Arabian Gulf and the Dubai Marina skyline. With good music and delicious bites on offer, guests will also get money back to spend on food and beverages throughout the day.
Sundays, Mondays and Wednesdays from 10am-7pm; Dh150, redeemable on F&B; Fridays and public holidays from 10am-7pm, Dh300, with Dh200 redeemable on F&B; reservations available online; White Beach, Atlantis, The Palm, Palm Jumeirah, Dubai; atlantis.com
*This article previously included the Address Beach Resort, but the hotel is closing the adult pool for maintenance from Tuesday, April 13 until Saturday, May 22, and the infinity pool is reserved for in-house guests only, rather than resort guests.
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UFC Fight Night 2
1am – Early prelims
2am – Prelims
4am-7am – Main card
7:30am-9am – press cons
TCL INFO
Teams:
Punjabi Legends Owners: Inzamam-ul-Haq and Intizar-ul-Haq; Key player: Misbah-ul-Haq
Pakhtoons Owners: Habib Khan and Tajuddin Khan; Key player: Shahid Afridi
Maratha Arabians Owners: Sohail Khan, Ali Tumbi, Parvez Khan; Key player: Virender Sehwag
Bangla Tigers Owners: Shirajuddin Alam, Yasin Choudhary, Neelesh Bhatnager, Anis and Rizwan Sajan; Key player: TBC
Colombo Lions Owners: Sri Lanka Cricket; Key player: TBC
Kerala Kings Owners: Hussain Adam Ali and Shafi Ul Mulk; Key player: Eoin Morgan
Venue Sharjah Cricket Stadium
Format 10 overs per side, matches last for 90 minutes
When December 14-17
Dubai Bling season three
Cast: Loujain Adada, Zeina Khoury, Farhana Bodi, Ebraheem Al Samadi, Mona Kattan, and couples Safa & Fahad Siddiqui and DJ Bliss & Danya Mohammed
Rating: 1/5
Skoda Superb Specs
Engine: 2-litre TSI petrol
Power: 190hp
Torque: 320Nm
Price: From Dh147,000
Available: Now
RESULTS
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Who's who in Yemen conflict
Houthis: Iran-backed rebels who occupy Sanaa and run unrecognised government
Yemeni government: Exiled government in Aden led by eight-member Presidential Leadership Council
Southern Transitional Council: Faction in Yemeni government that seeks autonomy for the south
Habrish 'rebels': Tribal-backed forces feuding with STC over control of oil in government territory
Benefits of first-time home buyers' scheme
- Priority access to new homes from participating developers
- Discounts on sales price of off-plan units
- Flexible payment plans from developers
- Mortgages with better interest rates, faster approval times and reduced fees
- DLD registration fee can be paid through banks or credit cards at zero interest rates
Conflict, drought, famine
Estimates of the number of deaths caused by the famine range from 400,000 to 1 million, according to a document prepared for the UK House of Lords in 2024.
It has been claimed that the policies of the Ethiopian government, which took control after deposing Emperor Haile Selassie in a military-led revolution in 1974, contributed to the scale of the famine.
Dr Miriam Bradley, senior lecturer in humanitarian studies at the University of Manchester, has argued that, by the early 1980s, “several government policies combined to cause, rather than prevent, a famine which lasted from 1983 to 1985. Mengistu’s government imposed Stalinist-model agricultural policies involving forced collectivisation and villagisation [relocation of communities into planned villages].
The West became aware of the catastrophe through a series of BBC News reports by journalist Michael Buerk in October 1984 describing a “biblical famine” and containing graphic images of thousands of people, including children, facing starvation.
Band Aid
Bob Geldof, singer with the Irish rock group The Boomtown Rats, formed Band Aid in response to the horrific images shown in the news broadcasts.
With Midge Ure of the band Ultravox, he wrote the hit charity single Do They Know it’s Christmas in December 1984, featuring a string of high-profile musicians.
Following the single’s success, the idea to stage a rock concert evolved.
Live Aid was a series of simultaneous concerts that took place at Wembley Stadium in London, John F Kennedy Stadium in Philadelphia, the US, and at various other venues across the world.
The combined event was broadcast to an estimated worldwide audience of 1.5 billion.
The lowdown
Bohemian Rhapsody
Director: Bryan Singer
Starring: Rami Malek, Lucy Boynton, Gwilym Lee
Rating: 3/5
Scores
Oman 109-3 in 18.4 overs (Aqib Ilyas 45 not out, Aamir Kaleem 27) beat UAE 108-9 in 20 overs (Usman 27, Mustafa 24, Fayyaz 3-16, Bilal 3-23)
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Mr Kandhari is legally authorised to conduct marriages in the gurdwara
He has officiated weddings of Sikhs and people of different faiths from Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Russia, the US and Canada
Father of two sons, grandfather of six
Plays golf once a week
Enjoys trying new holiday destinations with his wife and family
Walks for an hour every morning
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce degree in Loyola College, Chennai, India
2019 is a milestone because he completes 50 years in business
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UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
The specs: 2018 Volkswagen Teramont
Price, base / as tested Dh137,000 / Dh189,950
Engine 3.6-litre V6
Gearbox Eight-speed automatic
Power 280hp @ 6,200rpm
Torque 360Nm @ 2,750rpm
Fuel economy, combined 11.7L / 100km
RESULTS
6.30pm Maiden (TB) Dh82.500 (Dirt) 1,400m
Winner Meshakel, Royston Ffrench (jockey), Salem bin Ghadayer (trainer)
7.05pm Handicap (TB) Dh87,500 (D) 1,400m
Winner Gervais, Connor Beasley, Ali Rashid Al Raihe.
7.40pm Handicap (TB) Dh92,500 (Turf) 2,410m
Winner Global Heat, Pat Cosgrave, Saeed bin Suroor.
8.15pm Handicap (TB) Dh105,000 (D) 1,900m
Winner Firnas, Royston Ffrench, Salem bin Ghadayer.
8.50pm UAE 2000 Guineas Trial (TB) Conditions Dh183,650 (D) 1,600m
Winner Rebel’s Romance, William Buick, Charlie Appleby
9.25pm Dubai Trophy (TB) Conditions Dh183,650 (T) 1,200m
Winner Topper Bill, Richard Mullen, Satish Seemar
10pm Handicap (TB) Dh102,500 (T) 1,400m
Winner Wasim, Mickael Barzalona, Ismail Mohammed.
Final scores
18 under: Tyrrell Hatton (ENG)
- 14: Jason Scrivener (AUS)
-13: Rory McIlroy (NIR)
-12: Rafa Cabrera Bello (ESP)
-11: David Lipsky (USA), Marc Warren (SCO)
-10: Tommy Fleetwood (ENG), Chris Paisley (ENG), Matt Wallace (ENG), Fabrizio Zanotti (PAR)
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Islamophobia definition
A widely accepted definition was made by the All Party Parliamentary Group on British Muslims in 2019: “Islamophobia is rooted in racism and is a type of racism that targets expressions of Muslimness or perceived Muslimness.” It further defines it as “inciting hatred or violence against Muslims”.
Drishyam 2
Directed by: Jeethu Joseph
Starring: Mohanlal, Meena, Ansiba, Murali Gopy
Rating: 4 stars
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How much do leading UAE’s UK curriculum schools charge for Year 6?
- Nord Anglia International School (Dubai) – Dh85,032
- Kings School Al Barsha (Dubai) – Dh71,905
- Brighton College Abu Dhabi - Dh68,560
- Jumeirah English Speaking School (Dubai) – Dh59,728
- Gems Wellington International School – Dubai Branch – Dh58,488
- The British School Al Khubairat (Abu Dhabi) - Dh54,170
- Dubai English Speaking School – Dh51,269
*Annual tuition fees covering the 2024/2025 academic year
Yahya Al Ghassani's bio
Date of birth: April 18, 1998
Playing position: Winger
Clubs: 2015-2017 – Al Ahli Dubai; March-June 2018 – Paris FC; August – Al Wahda
The specs
Engine: 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6
Power: 540hp at 6,500rpm
Torque: 600Nm at 2,500rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed auto
Kerb weight: 1580kg
Price: From Dh750k
On sale: via special order
If you go
The flights
Emirates and Etihad fly direct to Nairobi, with fares starting from Dh1,695. The resort can be reached from Nairobi via a 35-minute flight from Wilson Airport or Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, or by road, which takes at least three hours.
The rooms
Rooms at Fairmont Mount Kenya range from Dh1,870 per night for a deluxe room to Dh11,000 per night for the William Holden Cottage.
BUNDESLIGA FIXTURES
Saturday, May 16 (kick-offs UAE time)
Borussia Dortmund v Schalke (4.30pm)
RB Leipzig v Freiburg (4.30pm)
Hoffenheim v Hertha Berlin (4.30pm)
Fortuna Dusseldorf v Paderborn (4.30pm)
Augsburg v Wolfsburg (4.30pm)
Eintracht Frankfurt v Borussia Monchengladbach (7.30pm)
Sunday, May 17
Cologne v Mainz (4.30pm),
Union Berlin v Bayern Munich (7pm)
Monday, May 18
Werder Bremen v Bayer Leverkusen (9.30pm)
AGUERO'S PREMIER LEAGUE RECORD
Apps: 186
Goals: 127
Assists: 31
Wins: 117
Losses: 33
RACE CARD
6.30pm: Maiden (TB) Dh82,500 (Dirt) 1,200m
7.05pm: Maiden (TB) Dh82,500 (D) 1,900m
7.40pm: Handicap (TB) Dh102,500 (D) 2,000m
8.15pm: Conditions (TB) Dh120,000 (D) 1,600m
8.50pm: Handicap (TB) Dh95,000 (D) 1,600m
9.25pm: Handicap (TB) Dh87,500 (D) 1,400m
UAE currency: the story behind the money in your pockets
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APPLE IPAD MINI (A17 PRO)
Display: 21cm Liquid Retina Display, 2266 x 1488, 326ppi, 500 nits
Chip: Apple A17 Pro, 6-core CPU, 5-core GPU, 16-core Neural Engine
Storage: 128/256/512GB
Main camera: 12MP wide, f/1.8, digital zoom up to 5x, Smart HDR 4
Front camera: 12MP ultra-wide, f/2.4, Smart HDR 4, full-HD @ 25/30/60fps
Biometrics: Touch ID, Face ID
Colours: Blue, purple, space grey, starlight
In the box: iPad mini, USB-C cable, 20W USB-C power adapter
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What the law says
Micro-retirement is not a recognised concept or employment status under Federal Decree Law No. 33 of 2021 on the Regulation of Labour Relations (as amended) (UAE Labour Law). As such, it reflects a voluntary work-life balance practice, rather than a recognised legal employment category, according to Dilini Loku, senior associate for law firm Gateley Middle East.
“Some companies may offer formal sabbatical policies or career break programmes; however, beyond such arrangements, there is no automatic right or statutory entitlement to extended breaks,” she explains.
“Any leave taken beyond statutory entitlements, such as annual leave, is typically regarded as unpaid leave in accordance with Article 33 of the UAE Labour Law. While employees may legally take unpaid leave, such requests are subject to the employer’s discretion and require approval.”
If an employee resigns to pursue micro-retirement, the employment contract is terminated, and the employer is under no legal obligation to rehire the employee in the future unless specific contractual agreements are in place (such as return-to-work arrangements), which are generally uncommon, Ms Loku adds.
