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Your Dubai BFF Weekender (3rd-5th Jan)
Good Afternoon, This is your Dubai BFF...
Scott your BFF
January 03, 2025
Good morning! This is your Dubai BFF, the go-to guide that helps you stay positive and resourceful for everyone around you.
In today’s edition, we have you covered till Sunday. With:
3 Dubai Good News items
A Useful Thing to help Dubai money troubles
9 Events In Da City
3 ideas for Fun Shizz To Do
1 Foodie tip in The Hunger
And Dubai’s Laziest Artist strikes again!
Let’s get groovy:
💼 Business
UAE petrol prices for January 2025 announced
🏒 Sports
Dubai Basketball secure top league spot with victory over Bosnian giants Igokea
💰Finance
UBS boss warns against excessive banking regulation ahead of overhaul
No sponsor today.
I hibernated over the new years. So i may have ignored the sponsor emails. ooopsies
If you have something in Dubai to promote, feel free to reach out :).
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These are some of the activities taking place this week in our city. There is a good balance of sports, entertainment, conferences, concerts, and more.
🎾👟Sports
AHPC League
What is it: The AHPC League is a high-stakes polo event to start the year. This five-day competition, which is played at a 4-6 goal handicap, invites both experienced teams and aspiring players from all around the area to compete.
Where: Al Habtoor Polo Resort and Club
When: Sat 4 January | (More info)
Dubai Racing Carnival
What is it: During the 2024–2025 season, Dubai Racing Carnival will return to the Meydan Racecourse with a sizable prize money and many top-tier events.
Where: Meydan Racecourse
When: Fri 3 January | (More info)
🎵❤️Music & Concerts & Festivals
Saint Levant and Naika live
What is it: In honor of the 30th anniversary of the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF), e& MOTB in Dubai Design District (d3) is hosting free concerts this year, with not one but two amazing performers as the main acts.
Where: Main stage, e& MOTB, Dubai Design District
When: Fri 3 January | (More info)
Leonid Parfenov live
What is it: On January 4, Leonid Parfenov, a well-known journalist and television host, will go to Dubai to promote his new book, Namedni Our Era 2016-2020.
Where: Zabeel Theatre
When: Sat 4 January | (More info)
👶👩👧👦Family
Spacetoon
What is it: Enjoy a wonderful day out with the family to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the Dubai Shopping Festival.
Where: Festival Bay, Dubai Festival City Mall
When: Sat 4 January | (More Info)
Play: Abracadabra 2
What is it: The Kuwaiti production Abracadabra 2 will be performed at Dubai Opera from January 4–5, so get ready for an exciting voyage.
Where: Dubai Opera
When: Sun 5 January | (More info)
🎭🎨Culture, Arts & Community
ARTE MUSEUM Dubai
What is it: Visit ARTE MUSEUM Dubai, the city's newest ethereal cultural treasure, to see the amazing fusion of art, technology, and nature.
Where: ARTE Museum Dubai
When: Sat 4 January | (More Info)
🥂🎪Festivals & Clubbing
Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert Festival
What is it: Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert Festival features a number of instructional programs for budding filmmakers, interactive workshops for kids and young adults, panel discussions with international talent, and film screenings.
Where: Al Marmoom Conservation Reserve
When: Sat 4 January | (More Info)
Jay Chou - Carnival World Tour live
What it is: The 'King of Mandopop' Jay Chou will be playing in Dubai for the first time, so stay tuned.
Where: Coca-Cola Arena
When: Sun 5 January | (More Info)
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Dubai offers something special for everyone, whether you're wanting to spend time with family, friends, or on a romantic date.
🫂🫶🏻Thing To Do For Friends:
Get the adrenaline pumping from 220m up
Estimated cost for 5: AED 2495 | (More Info)
🥰💗Thing To Do For Couples:
Go for a ride at Ain Dubai
Estimated cost for 2: AED 290 | (More Info)
🍭👩👧👦Thing To Do For Families:
Take a trip to the rainforest at The Green Planet
Estimated cost for 4 (2 Kids): AED 580 | (More Info)
Todays Foodie Tip: Leaves and Chicken by Dubai Offshore Sailing Club (DOSC).
“I recently tried the Leaves and Chicken Salad, and it was a delightful experience! The fresh, crisp leaves formed the perfect base, with a variety of greens that added both texture and flavor. The grilled chicken was perfectly cooked—juicy and tender, with a nice char that enhanced the overall taste. The salad was topped with just the right amount of dressing, which complemented the ingredients without overpowering them.”
My verdict: DO TRY
Address: jumeirah beach road - 1 - Umm Suqeim - Jumeirah 3 - Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Book now: You can book your table by calling at +971 4 394 1669
Every newsletter, I like to make some AI art about our city. (Ideas are welcome, please send)
This week, I typed, "new years in dubai"
Deals & Classifieds
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GAP Back to School: Buy 2 Get 1 Free offer
Marks & Spencer Summer Sale: Enjoy up to 75% discounts
That’s it for today!
If you want to connect, please reply to this email. I’d love to hear from you, don’t be shy.
Your Dubai BFF, Scott Max
P.S. As your BFF I like to keep it real….
… by sharing cheesy quotes on happiness & gratitude….
… which teach a mindset that transformed my life for the better…
… stoicism. So here’s your cheesy quote:
"Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions." – Dalai Lama
And to put a cherry on top, I ask you to choose, my dear BFF:
I promise to be positive this week. Make a positive life choice and spread it to everyone in your vicinity. |