If you’ve had a long, productive work week or if you’re a Brazilian football fan then you’re probably looking forward to some relaxing, contemplative ‘me time’ this weekend. Here are our three top picks for this weekend’s delightful distractions…
MOUNTAIN RETREAT
At this time of year the city radiates warmth, but also heat unfortunately. We suggest a little city escape. Why not hop over the border and visit the recently opened Alila Jabal Akhdar Hotel in Oman’s Al Hajjar Mountains. At 2,000m above sea level, the hotel has a dramatic view of the gorge. During Ramadan guests receive an exclusive Mountain Escapade package including two nights of accommodation with welcome dinner, breakfasts, a 90-minute Spa Alila treatment, activities, Wi-Fi access, gym and swimming pool. For reservations email jabalakhdar@alilahotels.com or call (+968) 25344233.
BEAUTIFUL WORDS
It’s been a real treat to come to the office this month – the walls of the Media One Hotel lobby and office foyer are adorned by 45 pieces of incredibly detailed original artwork. The exhibition Good Words, curated by the Majlis Gallery explores the art of Arabic calligraphy. Renowned artists including the UAE’s Abdul Qader Al Rais, Moroccan painter Mimouni el Houssaine and Bahraini Jamal Abdul Rahim pay homage to the beauty of the written word and it’s capacity to evoke emotion through both their meaning and visual appeal. The exhibition runs until July 24, at Media One Tower, Media City.
PACK UP YOUR TROUBLES
Forget about your worries this weekend, and treat yourself with some retail therapy. Trade in your loved, but over-worked handbag for this season’s celebrity companion – the Tod’s D-Cube. Katie Holmes and Uma Thurman are fans of this structured bag that comes in four sizes, various leathers and colour combinations. Visit Tod’s to find your nearest store.
Main image: Scotch & Soda SS14