Your UAE guide of new experiences to try, September 15 to September 30, 2025.
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Try a wellness brunch
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For all the fitness aficionados, SOHUM Wellness Sanctuary has launched an exclusive wellness brunch. This soulful, plant-based ritual nourishes your body and calms your mind for a relaxing week ahead. Having launched on September 14, it’s not just a brunch rather restoration on a plate (and in the spa). It takes place every Sunday, from 12pm to 4pm.
For more information visit sohumwellness.ae
Indulge in some new gelato flavours
This September, Gelateria La Romana UAE teams up with Netflix to launch four limited-edition gelato flavors inspired by hit series: Netflix Popcorn & Chill (caramelized popcorn), Stranger Banana Split (Stranger Things), Dalgona Biscuit (Squid Game), and Gum Gum Choco Berry (ONE PIECE). Available until November across all seven UAE locations, the artisanal collection captures the joy of storytelling in every scoop, timed with the final season of Stranger Things.
For more information visit gelateriaromana.com
Unwind at this newly opened private villa
Meliá Desert Palm has introduced six exclusive one-bedroom Al Waha Villas, a serene new hospitality concept set within its 64-hectare private polo estate just 20 minutes from Downtown Dubai. Designed as sanctuaries of mindfulness and understated luxury, each 189 sqm villa features a private courtyard, and pool, complemented by wellness-focused rituals such as the nourishing Superfood Afternoon Tea, restorative Sleeping Ritual, and ancient-inspired Ritual of the Water. With bespoke meditation or sound healing sessions, aromatherapy, curated sleep kits, and health-conscious amenities, Al Waha offers guests an intimate retreat that blends Arabian elegance with Spanish accents, inviting stillness, reconnection, and holistic well-being.
For more information visit melia.com
Visit this new beach club
For a Parisian getaway, Casablanca Beach Club arrives in style in collaboration with Ounass. It brings a Casablanca touch to parasols, loungers, cabanas, and a beach restaurant, all adorned in its signature pastel hues. Guests can also step into the world of Ounass at a dedicated pop-up located at the entrance of Casablanca Beach Club. Guests can explore standout pieces from Casablanca’s FW25 capsule collection while enjoying Ounass’ signature, seamless shopping experience. The pool day is priced at Dhs250 per person with Dhs150 redeemable from Monday to Friday and Dhs350 per person with Dhs200 redeemable on F&B. Located at Atlantis The Palm, everyone is promised an escape the moment they enter.
For more information visit Atlantis.com
September 15
Visit this exclusive collab
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An exclusive pop-up is all set to take place at Cinema Akil, with Saathi and Project Chaiwala. Three delectable sandwiches ranging from the Schezwan, Potato tofu to Bhurji Nihari, are being launched for everyone to try. By giving traditional dishes a twist, this exclusive collab is not one to miss out on.
For more information visit projectchaiwala.com
September 24 & 25
Savour an exclusive fine-dining meal
This September, The Arts Club Dubai partners with Kokoro, the UAE’s first hand roll bar, for an exclusive four-hands dinner blending the Club’s Rōhen kitchen with Kokoro’s contemporary Japanese style. Limited to two seatings of 20 guests each priced at Dhs950 per person, the menu features refined nigiri, inventive hand rolls, and desserts like shiso raspberry sorbet and crème caramel with Okinawan kokutō, with optional sake pairings by Heavensake. “This collaboration feels like the perfect meeting of minds,” says Kokoro founder Tamer El Khayat. There will be two seatings from 7pm to 9pm and 9pm to 11pm. It taking place on Wednesday & Thursday, September 24 & 25, 2025.
For more information visit theartsclub.ae
September 26
Experience this one-night exclusive takeover
Library Bar is hosting a one-night-only special menu takeover. Recognised as one of the most influential figures in the global bar scene and recently named World’s 50 Best “Bartender of the Year”, Iain McPherson is the creative force behind Panda & Sons in Edinburgh, ranked No.30 on The World’s 50 Best Bars and No.4 on the Top500 Bars. Known for his forward-thinking approach to cocktail making, he will bring his signature techniques to Abu Dhabi for this exclusive collaboration. It’s taking place on September 26, from 7pm to 11pm at The Abu Dhabi EDITION, with reservations to be made in advance due to limited seating.
For more information visit editionhotels.com
September 27
Experience this wellness retreat
For a rejuvenating experience, Banyan Tree Dubai in collaboration with Samadhi is hosting a one-day immersive experience. With a curated programme of movement, restoration and self-enquiry, the day begins at 8am with Vinyasa Flow, followed by an ice bath ritual. Breakfast is then served post-session at Tocha, after which guests can enjoy access to the pool, beach and rainforest hydrothermal facilities throughout the day. Guests can also get a 20 percent saving on dining. As the day ends, guests can gather for an evening session of breathwork and sound healing to reflect, release and reconnect. It takes place on Saturday, September 27 from 8:30am to 7:30pm and is priced at Dhs650 person, inclusive of all the sessions. If guests choose to stay it’s priced at Dhs2,040 with breakfast.
For more information visit samadhi-wellness.com
Put holistic healing first
For a complete reset, Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa, has a three experience of yoga, mediation, sound healing, art and spa rituals for the mind and body to be restored. On Friday, September 19, a complimentary sunset beach yoga and meditation is taking place from 6pm to 7:30pm. On Saturday, September 20, from 9am to 12pm, a special movement and creativity journey is taking place with a nourishing breakfast and art session for Dhs299. On Sunday, September 21, a complimentary sunrise ritual with yoga, floating meditation and sound healing in the pool.
For more information visit danathotels.com
Visit this ASICS pop-up
This September, ASICS brings the spirit of Tokyo to Mall of the Emirates with an immersive pop-up from September 19 to 21 2025, celebrating the resilience, rituals, and community of running. Visitors can explore the Runner’s Mart stocked with wellness essentials, test the latest high-performance footwear in the Trial Zone, and refuel at the post-run Fuel-Up Station. A cherry blossom installation invites personal affirmations, while the stories of ASICS’ Sunrise Chasers highlight the brand’s philosophy of “A Sound Mind in a Sound Body.” Free and open to all, the Tokyo Collection Pop-Up blends culture, innovation, and community for a meaningful experience.
For more information visit asics.com
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