Valentine’s Day 2022 in Abu Dhabi is around the corner and everyone is on the hunt for the best ways to celebrate with their loved ones. But just because it’s Valentine’s Day, it doesn’t mean you have to spend a fortune to impress someone.
In fact, there are cheap Valentine’s Day date ideas that promise a good time with your favourite person. Valentine’s Day is about quality time, after all.
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From beautiful walks and Valentine’s-themed foods to new movies to watch at the cinema and more, here are the best ways to celebrate Valentine’s Day in Abu Dhabi without breaking the bank.
Enjoy a day at the beach at the Abu Dhabi Corniche
A beach day is great any day of the week, so why not enjoy the Abu Dhabi Corniche this Valentine’s Day? The best part is it’s absolutely free to roll out your towel, grab a book, and even build sandcastles together – if that’s your vibe. Go to the beachside zone Al Bahar on the Corniche to see all the activities you two can do without spending a dirham.
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Daily 7am-sunset. Corniche, al-bahar.ae.
Go for afternoon tea at Lobby Lounge
Want to celebrate Valentine’s Day at a hotel, but don’t want to break the bank? Afternoon tea is the perfect low-key date for February 14, and beyond. For all of February, Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, is serving a Valentine’s Day-themed tea from 2pm to 6pm daily. There are red and pink savouries and pastries presented in a heart shape. Two hours of bubbly can be added for an extra Dhs85 per person.
Dhs110 (food) Dhs195 (bubbly). Tue Feb 1-Mon Feb 28, 2pm-6pm. Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri, Abu Dhabi, Khor Al Maqta (02 509 8555).
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Have a chocolate date at Chai Lobby Lounge
There’s a reason why chocolate is tradition on Valentine’s Day. Chai Lobby Lounge is serving up special chocolate treats, with pastries starting at Dhs25, homemade chocolate bars from Dhs20, and cakes from Dhs90. You can even personalise them. The cakes are available from Tuesday February 1 to Monday February 28 between 7am and 8pm. Dig in.
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From Dhs20. Tue Feb 1-Mon Feb 28, 7am-8pm. Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street (02 307 5555).
Share a Valentines-themed CrazyShake at Black Tap
Nothing says romance like sticking two straws into a thick milkshake and sharing it with your partner. Even more romantic? The vibes at Mamsha Al Saadiyat, where you can take a walk to the sound of the waves after sharing your shake. Black Tap is even doing a special red velvet cake batter shake for Valentine’s Day 2022. The shake comes with a vanilla frosted rim, red and white sprinkles, and a slice of red velvet cake, plus, whipped cream and chocolate drizzle.
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From Dhs62. Mamsha Al Saadiyat, Saadiyat Island (02 446 5128).
Sip hot chocolate and dig into a brownie at Escape
Feeling chilly this Valentine’s Day? Warm up with a hot chocolate and melting brownie at Escape. Afterwards, take a walk or bike ride on the corniche, settle into one of the benches, and listen to the sound of the water while watching the world go by. The Corniche is one of the best places to catch an Abu Dhabi sunset, too – talk about romantic.
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Dhs50. Daily, Radisson Blu Hotel & Resort, Abu Dhabi Corniche (02 681 1900).
Split a saffron milk cake at Rain Café
How about a café date this Valentine’s Day? Look no further than Rain Café. Puffy clouds, soothing blue tones, and a rare treat for Abu Dhabi residents: it’s “raining” at this cute café. Rain has locations across the city including the Abu Dhabi Corniche, Muroor and Yas Mall. No matter the location, the décor is always cute. There for a Valentine’s date? Split the saffron milk cake, or embrace the day with a rose latte.
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Abu Dhabi Corniche, Muroor, Yas Mall (02 677 7366).
Watch Marry Me at the movies
J.Lo is at it again with a rom-com we can’t miss this Valentine’s Day. Head to the movies from Thursday February 10 and you can watch Jennifer Lopez, Owen Wilson and Utkarsh Ambudkar star in what looks like a fun rom-com. Music superstars Kat Valdez and Bastian are getting married, but when Kat learns that Bastian has been unfaithful, she decides to marry Charlie, a stranger, instead. Sounds like just the movie for a V-day date.
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Rated 18+.
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