Lifestyle

Dubai enters 2026 with a fresh wave of luxury hospitality, culinary innovation and technological advancement. Six Senses arrives on Palm Jumeirah, Baccarat brings French crystal house elegance to Downtown, whilst Joby Aviation’s electric air taxis begin connecting the city’s key districts. From Chef Nobu Matsuhisa’s latest venture at One Za’abeel to Emirati chef Sahar Parham Al Awadhi’s modern take on local cuisine at the Etihad Museum, the emirate balances global ambition with cultural authenticity, offering experiences that span heritage neighbourhoods, world-class sporting events and forward-thinking sustainability initiatives

Dubai’s Opera District has gained a sophisticated late-night option where Asian-inspired mixology meets curated music programming. Moon Bar by MiMi, nestled within MiMi Mei Fair, has launched a dedicated evening series running Wednesday through Saturday until 2 AM. The space combines lacquered interiors, rotating DJ sets, and a beverage programme that favours complexity over convention. For those whose social calendar extends past midnight, this venue offers a refined alternative to the city’s louder nightlife options