How to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day in Dubai

Emirati Women’s Day was created by Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak in 2015 to honour the contributions and accomplishments of Emirati women. Happening on August 28, the theme for this year is “Inspiring Reality; Sustainable Future”, so here our suggestions to celebrate the special occasion with your loved ones

Palazzo Versace

Make the most of this unique day with a quintessential high tea featuring an extensive selection of the finest teas and tempting Emirati delights at Mosaico lounge in Palazzo Versace’s lobby. The afternoon tea embraces the flavours of the Emirates through carefully curated savoury and sweet light bites, presented in Versace style. While staring out at the tranquil pool and Dubai Creek, savour a range of delectable treats like a rose-flavoured apricot tartlet, saffron cream with pistachio basbousa, and Arabic coffee with Madagascar vanilla.

August 28 from 10:30am-7pm. AED 360 per stand. Call +9714 556 8805 and visit the website or Instagram

Park Hyatt Dubai

Grab the girls and unwind in luxury this Emirati Women’s Day with an opulent one-night stay at one of the modern four-bedroom Holiday Villas at Dubai Creek Golf Residences with views of the tranquil Dubai Creek Golf Club. The staycation includes private in-villa 30-minute body spa treatment, yoga class, manicure & pedicure with nail polish, three-course Thai Kitchen dinner by a private chef, and a choice of either floating breakfast basket or floating sundowner basket with special mocktails for up to 4 guests.

Additionally, you can have access to Amara Pool & Spa, steam and sauna facilities and experience an in-salon Rossano Ferretti Hair Spa (located at Park Hyatt Dubai), which includes world class hair treatment and blow-dry at an exclusive rate of AED1,600 for all four guests.

Until August 30. Villa Staycation Package – AED13,500++ per night. Call +9714 602 1222 and visit the website or Instagram

St. Regis Dubai, The Palm

Treat yourself to a well-earned break at the opulent Iridium Spa, located at The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm, on this Emirati Women’s Day. Iridium Spa offers a variety of rich, rejuvenating experiences aimed at the mind, body, and soul, all of which are inspired by the legendary Iridium Room of the St. Regis New York.

The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm is treating all women to “Timeless Treatments at Iridium Spa,” which includes 25% savings across all treatments on August 27 and 28, to honour this historic day. Indulge in premium experiences like the ‘Caviar Body Ritual’, a full body cleanse using Rarity Body Soap, formulated with the finest ingredients such as Pearl, Caviar, Gold, Diamond, Platinum, Stem Cell Orchid, Ruby, Sapphire, and Meteorite.

Iridium Spa, The St. Regis Dubai, The Palm. August 27 and 28. From 10am-10pm. Call +9714 218 0000 and visit the website or Instagram

Café Society

On August 28, Café Society celebrates Emirati Women’s Day by offering a 50% discount on the full menu to all women. Located in Dubai Marina, Café Society is a dreamy location to commemorate the event, surrounded by an opulent decor and alluring menu with breakfast classics such as Toasted French Brioche, Chocolate Pancake, Eggs Benedict and Mediterranean Breakfast.

For mains, indulge in delightful dishes such as Rigatoni, Filet Mignon, Brazilian Picadinho Carioca, Wagyu Beef Burger, Grilled Norwegian Salmon and Mushroom Lasagna.

August 28. Call +9714 318 3755 and visit the website or Instagram

Armani/SPA

This Emirati Women’s Day, have a well-deserved break at Armani/SPA for 90 minutes with a relaxing treatment inspired by the Arabian Peninsula.

After the body wrap, inhale the classic aromas of rose and oud before enjoying their customized candle massage and the delicious combination of sandalwood and bergamot.

3rd floor of Burj Khalifa. August 26-28 from 9am-10pm. AED999 (including access to Armani Terme bathing facilities and spa lounge). Call +9714 888 3282 and visit the website or Instagram

Sugargram

With Sugargram’s limited-edition Emirati Women’s Day cupcake boxes, you can celebrate the day in a sweet way and make memories that will last a lifetime.

Itty Bitty Cupcake City boxes with fun Emirati Women’s Day themes are available from now until the end of August. A beautiful line drawing of a woman’s face sporting a floral crown coated in gold foil graces the design of this box. These miniature cupcakes not only come with a lovely Emirati Women’s Day cover to protect them, but they also welcome the new flavour of the month, Coconut Chanel, a tropical burst of coconut with buttercream and coconut shavings.

Call +9715 6242 3435 and visit the website or Instagram

Eunoia By Carine

Ladies celebrate Emirati Women’s Day with a magnificent breakfast feast at Eunoia by Carine, a hidden gem in La Mer, surrounded by elegant furnishings and offering breath-taking sea views.

Embark on a culinary trip comprising flavourful specialties created by chef Izu Ani that have extraordinarily rich flavours. Eggs Royale, French Toast, Shakshuka, and a bakery basket full with wonderful viennoiseries, baked breads, and jams are just a few of the delicious dishes on the French Mediterranean menu. The deal includes made-to-order bottomless breakfast items and unlimited hot and cold beverages.

Hyatt Centric Jumeirah Dubai, La Mer Beach. August 27 and 28 from 7-11am. AED99 per person. Call +9714 302 1241 and visit the website or Instagram

Canal Central Hotel Business Bay

To honour Emirati Women’s Day, this luxurious hotel is offering a 25 percent discount on rooms (on the best available rate) and 15 percent off on food and beverages at the on-site restaurants. A fresh flower will also be given to the ladies.

Book a table at La Cruise, the all-day dining restaurant and terrace for international cuisine, while Lilly’s Social House, set in a gorgeous outdoor garden space, gives breath-taking views of the Dubai skyline and Burj Khalifa. Popular classics with a Creole flavour can be found on the menu, along with specially prepared beverages.

Call +9714 873 2100 and visit the website or Instagram

The Crossing

The Crossing, a fine dining restaurant located at The H Dubai, has a very special offer just for Emirati women as it’s giving away free gift hampers, upon providing proof of ID.

The Crossing showcases a refined neo-Indian dining experience and embraces an approach to design and aesthetics that is fundamentally Indian, with basic furnishings, uncluttered walls, potted plants, and understated accents that are modelled inspired by the waiting rooms of Indian trains.

August 28. Call +9714 491 9695 and visit the website or Instagram