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As the Year of the Fire Horse arrives, symbolising energy, ambition and renewal, Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi invites guests to celebrate Lunar New Year with a thoughtfully curated programme of dining, wellness and lifestyle experiences.

Love takes many forms this Valentine’s Day, and The St. Regis Abu Dhabi returns with a series of sought-after experiences designed to fall in love with. From daytime brunches to sunset moments and late-night dinners, each experience is shaped by its setting, allowing romance to unfold naturally rather than follow a single script.

Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa has announced its Ramadan Iftar offering, “Ramadan Nights: Iftar Under the Stars,” available throughout the holy month at La Piscine.

This Ramadan, InterContinental Abu Dhabi Hotel & Residences invites guests to honour the spirit of the Holy Month through experiences shaped by togetherness, reflection, and ease.

Pet lovers in Abu Dhabi can now enjoy outings with their four-legged companions at Appaloosa Sports Bar, which has officially opened its outdoor terrace to pets. Designed for relaxed socialising, the pet-friendly terrace invites guests to enjoy casual dining, refreshing drinks, and live sports screenings in a comfortable open-air setting.

Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Abu Dhabi will host four exclusive collaboration dinners as part of50 Best’s Signature Sessions dining programme during Middle East & North Africa’s 50 Best Restaurants 2026, welcoming internationally acclaimed chefs to the capital for a series of one-night-only dining events.

As the new year begins and travellers seek restorative ways to start 2026 with clarity and calm, Aldhafra Resort, Vignette Collection by IHG invites guests to escape into the quiet majesty of Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter. Set amid sweeping golden dunes beneath vast, starlit skies, the resort unveils a collection of curated desert offerings designed to inspire renewal, connection and slow, intentional travel.

As winter settles over the Empty Quarter, Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara invites travellers to experience the Liwa Desert at its most captivating. With cooler temperatures, clear skies and golden dunes stretching as far as the eye can see, the winter months are the ideal time to explore the resort’s signature desert adventures, wellness rituals and open-air dining experiences, all set against one of the world’s most dramatic landscapes

Some vacations are not just for relaxing they are for creating memories. A honeymoon, a wedding anniversary, or a special getaway for two… This is where Abu Dhabi stands out as one of the world’s most exceptional destinations for romantic holidays, offering elegance, privacy, and luxury.

This December, Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island sets the scene for a truly special holiday season on Abu Dhabi’s most beautiful shoreline. The resort invites guests to come together with family and friends for a line-up of festive dining, live entertainment and activities for all ages. From the first sparkle of the Christmas tree to the excitement of a special Red & Silver New Year’s Eve Gala, every detail is designed to make this festive season memorable and filled with joy.