Wednesday, August 8
Bring a friend: Book a selected two-hour signature treatment at Espa (choose from the Yas Detox, Sun Escape or the Tension Soother) and take a friend along with you for free. It’ll cost you Dhs725 (which you can split between two of you) and you’ll both also get access to Espa’s luxury relaxation facilities and pool.
Espa, Yas Viceroy, Yas Island (02 656 0862).
Stay in shape: If you want to keep fit but need motivation try Body Pump at Fit Studio tonight. Body Pump includes a range of different weight excersises that work your whole body.
7.15pm, Dhs50 per class. Fit Studio, Muroor Rd next to Jones the Grocer, www.fitsudio.ae (02 445 3395).
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Have haute goodies: Everyone has a sweet tooth in Ramadan and to satisfy those sugar cravings you can get exclusive lollipops (think cheesecake with blueberry filling flavour!), sensational cupcakes and a killer chocolate fondue made from Michel Cluizel chocolate, all under one roof. Head to the Westin and ask them to show you the goods.
Available at The Lounge and other food outlets at Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort & Spa (02 616 9999).
Get new shoes for kids: Purchase a pair of selected children’s shoes from the Back-to-School collection from Geox and youngsters will receive a travel bag bursting with school essentials exclusively made to fit their academic needs.
Marina Mall (02 681 2310).
Thursday, August 9
Shop with benefits: Bebe will be running their free gift with a purchase promotion for the month of August. Buy something for Dhs700 and above and get a free limited edition Bebe gift. The more you purchase the more you benefit. You can also pick up a free gift of a fashionable Bebe carry bag.
Marina Mall (02 681 2310).
Buy original art: Looking for a tasteful Eid gift for that special person? Don’t miss the Ramadan Art Bazaar, where you can buy original artwork at prices that you might find more affordable than usual.
Open daily from 10am-1pm and 9pm-11pm. Until August 26 at Ghaf Art Gallery, Khaleej Al Arabi St, Khalidiyah (02 665 5332).
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Try a new iftar: Fancy a decadent meal to break your fast? Dine on Middle Eatern specialties with family and friends at the grand iftar buffet at Sofra bld. The buffet includes Ramadan beverages and is available from sunset onwards.
Dhs199++ per person, Sofra bld, Shangri-La Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri (02 509 8555).
Eat meat! If you’re a hardcore carnivore, The Meat Co’s hearty Ramadan platter is one thing you don’t want to miss this month. From Dhs219 you can enjoy 350g beef ribs, 140g chicken fillet, 200g steak, steak cut fries and complimentary beverages. Throughout Ramadan, from sunset until 12.30am on weekends (Thursday and Fridays).
The Meat Co, Souk Qaryat Al Beri (02 558 1713).
Friday, August 10
Get to know your camera: Got a new camera but don’t know what to do with it? The Expert Beginners workshop at Keylite Studio runs monthly and costs Dhs180. The August workshop is today from 2pm.
For details, go to www.jayalonzophotoworkshop.com. Keylite Studio, Professionals Building Block A, Najda Street (050 908 7085).
Have iftar on Yas Island: Break your fast tonight with an excellent iftar including Oriental and Arabic delicacies with fresh juices and much more. All food is cooked by the chefs at live cooking stations. Take a group of people and for every iftar booking of ten people you will only pay for eight.
Dhs160 per person, Yas Island Rotana, Yas Island (02 656 4000).
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Play some football: Manchester City FC School of Football kick off their new term in Abu Dhabi in September. The new ten-week course includes weekly training sessions and Saturday football games. Boys and girls aged five-17 years are encouraged to join.
To register email adsof@mcfc.co.uk
Share your food: Volunteer with Cause Connect this Ramadan and help out at their labour camp iftar dinners, to make the Holy Month more special for female labourers in Abu Dhabi. Every Friday throughout Ramadan.
For more information go to their Facebook page www.facebook.com/AbuDhabiCauseConnect.
Saturday, August 11
Get a cold stone facial: Fasting works wonders as a way to detox naturally and we all know that a detox means break-outs. Why not treat your face this evening to the cold stone facial at Rayana Spa. It’s a soothing treatment that’s perfect for sensitive skin prone to hives and sun damage.
The 90-minute cold stone facial costs Dhs700 at Rayana Spa, Hyatt Capital Gate (02 596 1100).
Get to the gym: If you want to stay fit head straight to Haddins Gym where they are open until midnight during Ramadan. You can work out and do classes such as TRX, Pilates, Zumba and yoga.
Haddins Gym, 6am-midnight (02 403 4200).
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Shop for great bath products: No one likes to be smelly, especially in this weather. So make sure you go and check out the great range of bath and beauty products at the newly opened Bath & Body Works.
Bath & Body Works, Marina Mall (02 681 2310).
Have iftar for less: For a truly authentic iftar experience head to Café Arabia where you can fill up on their buffet and famous Ramadan sweets and drinks, all for Dhs95. Iftar in the capital doesn’t get much cheaper than that.
From 6.30pm-8.30pm. À la carte is also available from 7.30pm. Café Arabia, between Al Karama and Airport Rd (02 643 9699).
Sunday, August 12
Try a new store for men: If you want to look dapper then you need to make a visit to the new Harvey’s of London store at Marina Mall. Known for their super stylish men’s shoes, you’ll also find great shirts and ties.
Harvey’s of London, Marina Mall (02 681 2310).
Help to inspire young minds: Are you a do-gooding corporate worker or a professional with skills to share? Volunteer with Injaz-UAE, who are putting people like you into classrooms where you can prepare the next generation for the working world.
Contact Pierre Atallah at atallah@injaz-uae.org (050 657 1151).
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Learn pottery: If your child wants to learn a new skill then pottery may be something great for them to try. Abu Dhabi Pottery offers classes for kids aged five and up.
Khalidiyah Gardens, Khalidiyah (02 666 7079).
Downsize your wardrobe: Marks & Spencer together with the Red Crescent are running a Ramadan clothing collection throughout the month, so if you need to make room in your closet, why not pass the clothes on?
The collection points are at Marina Mall, Fotouh Al Khair Mall and Dalma Mall, they will be in place until the end of Eid al-Fitr.
Monday, August 13
Buy kids’ clothes: If you want to save some money on new season collections than Chipi has already got a sale on for their new stock. You can get up to 50 percent off selected items until August 27. Hurry!
Al Wahda Mall (02 443 7000).
Have Ramadan desserts: Maison Sucre are doing Ramadan-themed cupcakes and desserts to spread the joy of the Holy Month. Get your hands on the Knafeh cup (Dhs20), Rose water cupcake (Dhs12), Sticky date cupcake (Dhs12), Mahalbiya dessert (Dhs16) and more.
Maison Sucre, Khalidiyah (02 639 6622).
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Celebrate with the family: Spend iftar wth your family at Cedar Lounge. Enjoy Arabic music and great views of the creek. Dine on a wide variety of delicious Lebanese and Arabic cuisine prepared by their skilled chefs.
Dhs195++ per person from sunset to 8pm. Children under five dine free. Cedar Lounge, Fairmont Bab Al Bahr (02 654 3223).
Tuesday, August 14
Book an Eid holiday: Park Rotana are offering a Ferrari World package for Eid. For Dhs465 for a single or Dhs680 for a double you will receive a one-night stay, ticket to Ferrari World, internet, breakfast and transportation to Ferrari World and back via shuttle bus.
Park Rotana, Khalifa City A (02 614 6000).
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Play golf with your friends: Organises a golf function with your buddies and get a great deal. Yas Links are offering great rates for groups of 20 and above. With prices starting from Dhs199 per person and a dinner buffet at Dhs99 per person, you’ll be looking for an excuse to throw a party.
Yas Links (02 810 7710).
