• Terra Solis is a Tomorrowland-inspired retreat opening in the Dubai desert in September. All photos: Terra Solis
    Terra Solis is a Tomorrowland-inspired retreat opening in the Dubai desert in September. All photos: Terra Solis
  • The desert escape is centred around an oasis-like pool, surrounded by palm trees, sand dunes and DJ beats.
    The desert escape is centred around an oasis-like pool, surrounded by palm trees, sand dunes and DJ beats.
  • Poolside vibes await at the Terra Solis bar in Dubai.
    Poolside vibes await at the Terra Solis bar in Dubai.
  • Mesa all-day dining restaurant will serve a Mediterranean-inspired menu.
    Mesa all-day dining restaurant will serve a Mediterranean-inspired menu.
  • There are 48 Polaris bell tents at the resort.
    There are 48 Polaris bell tents at the resort.
  • Perseid Lodges come with queen beds, mini-fridges, a private deck and espresso machines. Photo: Terra Solis
    Perseid Lodges come with queen beds, mini-fridges, a private deck and espresso machines. Photo: Terra Solis
  • VIP rooms are located poolside and come with sun decks, resort views and a private plunge pool.
    VIP rooms are located poolside and come with sun decks, resort views and a private plunge pool.

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Tomorrowland music festival launches pop-up desert glamping escape in Dubai

Adult-only Terra Solis will open in September with luxury tents, lodges, restaurants, DJs and an oasis-style swimming pool

Hayley Skirka
Hayley Skirka

May 09, 2022

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One of the world's biggest dance festivals is opening a new desert destination in Dubai.

Belgian electronic dance festival Tomorrowland is launching Terra Solis, a festival-inspired escape that will open in September bringing poolside beats, day-to-night parties and exclusive events to the emirate.

Open to adults only, the new getaway will be held over 371,000 square metres at Dubai Heritage Vision on Lehbab Road, less than half an hour's drive from Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building.

With glamping tents, an infinity pool, live DJs and desert sunsets, the pop-up destination is set to add a whole new level of entertainment to Dubai's dunes during its first season, which will run until July 2023.

Much of the action will be centred around the oasis-like pool where the resort's resident DJs will create daytime soundtracks and night-time party beats.

Poolside vibes await at the Terra Solis bar in Dubai. Photo: Terra Solis
Poolside vibes await at the Terra Solis bar in Dubai. Photo: Terra Solis

Surrounded by towering palm trees, sunbeds and private cabanas, this is also where guests can enjoy poolside eatery Mesa, the resort's all-day dining space. A Mediterranean menu, infused with flavours from all over the world, will be available from sunrise to after dark.

Sala will be the place to go for sundowners and sunset sessions. Refreshments, light bites and shisha will be on the menu at this cosy escape, where guests can drink in endless desert views.

Bell tents, lodges and VIP cabins

Perseid Lodges come with queen beds, mini-fridges, a private deck and espresso machines. Photo: Terra Solis
Perseid Lodges come with queen beds, mini-fridges, a private deck and espresso machines. Photo: Terra Solis

Visitors are welcome to join for the day, or to make a night of it with a choice of three different accommodation options at the desert getaway.

Polaris bell tents are the entry option and ideal for those seeking an Arabian nights experience. Each comes with a queen-size bed, mini-fridge and shared bathrooms and rates start at Dh770 ($210) for two people.

Perseid queen lodges come with a mini sundeck, a queen-size bed and a private bathroom, with rates from about Dh1,400 per night.

There are 48 Polaris bell tents at the resort. Photo: Terra Solis
There are 48 Polaris bell tents at the resort. Photo: Terra Solis

There are also six Orion lodges, designed for the ultimate desert escape. Each of these VIP lodges has a private pool, outdoor cabana and epic resort views. Rates start at Dh3,100 and all overnight stays include breakfast in the morning.

Bookings are open now for escapes to Dubai's newest desert destination, and restaurant and pool reservations are set to open soon.

First day of Arabian Travel Market 2022 — in pictures:

  • Visitors at the Dubai stand on the third day of the Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors at the Dubai stand on the third day of the Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Visitors at the Etihad stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors at the Etihad stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A Flynas advertisement on the first day of Arabian Travel Market.
    A Flynas advertisement on the first day of Arabian Travel Market.
  • The Iraq stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Iraq stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Visitors at the Qatar stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market.
    Visitors at the Qatar stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market.
  • Visitors at the Rotana stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors at the Rotana stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Children's toys on display at the Emirates stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    Children's toys on display at the Emirates stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Neom stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Neom stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Armani stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Armani stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Flynas stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Flynas stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Performers dance at the Saudi Arabia stand on the second day of the Arabian Travel Market. Pawan Singh / The National
    Performers dance at the Saudi Arabia stand on the second day of the Arabian Travel Market. Pawan Singh / The National
  • Visitors take photos at the flydubai stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    Visitors take photos at the flydubai stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The Jordan stand. Pawan Singh / The National
    The Jordan stand. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The second day of Arabian Travel Market welcomed visitors from around the world. Pawan Singh / The National
    The second day of Arabian Travel Market welcomed visitors from around the world. Pawan Singh / The National
  • The event is considered a bellwether for the travel industry in the Middle East, offering an insight into the trends that will shape the year ahead. Pawan Singh / The National
    The event is considered a bellwether for the travel industry in the Middle East, offering an insight into the trends that will shape the year ahead. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A total of 112 countries looking to revive their tourism numbers will be featured on the exhibition's show floor, from Japan to Jamaica and South Africa to Italy. Pawan Singh / The National
    A total of 112 countries looking to revive their tourism numbers will be featured on the exhibition's show floor, from Japan to Jamaica and South Africa to Italy. Pawan Singh / The National
  • People visit the South Africa stand at the Arabian Travel Market. Pawan Singh / The National
    People visit the South Africa stand at the Arabian Travel Market. Pawan Singh / The National
  • A model of the Airbus A350-1000 at the Etihad stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre. All photos: Pawan Singh/The National
    A model of the Airbus A350-1000 at the Etihad stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre. All photos: Pawan Singh/The National
  • More than 1,500 exhibiting companies are taking part in the four-day tourism showcase that will welcome about 20,000 visitors.
    More than 1,500 exhibiting companies are taking part in the four-day tourism showcase that will welcome about 20,000 visitors.
  • Travel and tourism are starting to show signs of recovery from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, with many companies starting to ramp up their recruitment as countries reopen their borders.
    Travel and tourism are starting to show signs of recovery from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, with many companies starting to ramp up their recruitment as countries reopen their borders.
  • Staff from Al Ain Zoo showing some birds and reptiles at the Abu Dhabi stand.
    Staff from Al Ain Zoo showing some birds and reptiles at the Abu Dhabi stand.
  • Saudi Arabia has a major presence at this year's Arabian Travel Market, including representatives from Neom, the kingdom's $500 billion futuristic mega city.
    Saudi Arabia has a major presence at this year's Arabian Travel Market, including representatives from Neom, the kingdom's $500 billion futuristic mega city.
  • Arabian Travel Market is considered a bellwether for the travel industry in the Middle East, offering an insight into trends for the year ahead.
    Arabian Travel Market is considered a bellwether for the travel industry in the Middle East, offering an insight into trends for the year ahead.
  • Emirates airline launched its premium economy cabin at Arabian Travel Market.
    Emirates airline launched its premium economy cabin at Arabian Travel Market.
  • The Abu Dhabi stand at Arabian Travel Market was busy on the first day of the event.
    The Abu Dhabi stand at Arabian Travel Market was busy on the first day of the event.
  • Artists showcasing handmade items at the Abu Dhabi stand.
    Artists showcasing handmade items at the Abu Dhabi stand.
  • Staff from Al Ain Zoo introduce visitors to birds at the Abu Dhabi stand.
    Staff from Al Ain Zoo introduce visitors to birds at the Abu Dhabi stand.
  • Etihad Airways showcasing its economy class seats at Arabian Travel Market.
    Etihad Airways showcasing its economy class seats at Arabian Travel Market.
  • The soaring price of oil and the impact of the war in Ukraine are tempering the travel industry's expected resurgence.
    The soaring price of oil and the impact of the war in Ukraine are tempering the travel industry's expected resurgence.
  • Staff from Al Ain Zoo show visitors reptiles at the Abu Dhabi stand.
    Staff from Al Ain Zoo show visitors reptiles at the Abu Dhabi stand.
  • The Darina holidays stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai.
    The Darina holidays stand on the first day of Arabian Travel Market held at Dubai World Trade Centre in Dubai.
  • Visitors at the Brussels stand.
    Visitors at the Brussels stand.
  • Visitors at the Maldives stand.
    Visitors at the Maldives stand.

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Ziina users can donate to relief efforts in Beirut

Ziina users will be able to use the app to help relief efforts in Beirut, which has been left reeling after an August blast caused an estimated $15 billion in damage and left thousands homeless. Ziina has partnered with the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees to raise money for the Lebanese capital, co-founder Faisal Toukan says. “As of October 1, the UNHCR has the first certified badge on Ziina and is automatically part of user's top friends' list during this campaign. Users can now donate any amount to the Beirut relief with two clicks. The money raised will go towards rebuilding houses for the families that were impacted by the explosion.”

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Tailors and retailers miss out on back-to-school rush

Tailors and retailers across the city said it was an ominous start to what is usually a busy season for sales.
With many parents opting to continue home learning for their children, the usual rush to buy school uniforms was muted this year.
“So far we have taken about 70 to 80 orders for items like shirts and trousers,” said Vikram Attrai, manager at Stallion Bespoke Tailors in Dubai.
“Last year in the same period we had about 200 orders and lots of demand.
“We custom fit uniform pieces and use materials such as cotton, wool and cashmere.
“Depending on size, a white shirt with logo is priced at about Dh100 to Dh150 and shorts, trousers, skirts and dresses cost between Dh150 to Dh250 a piece.”

A spokesman for Threads, a uniform shop based in Times Square Centre Dubai, said customer footfall had slowed down dramatically over the past few months.

“Now parents have the option to keep children doing online learning they don’t need uniforms so it has quietened down.”

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Updated: May 10, 2022, 3:57 AM
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