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The world’s tallest hotel has arrived. Ciel Dubai Marina rises 377 meters above the city, offering 82 floors of refined hospitality within IHG’s Vignette Collection. We travelled to Dubai Marina to experience this architectural landmark, where soaring heights meet thoughtful design, and every element from one of the world’s highest infinity pools to a collection of standout dining venues has been crafted to deliver something truly special. Join us as we discover what it means to stay at the pinnacle of Dubai’s hospitality scene

Each January, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns to Emirates Golf Club’s Majlis Course, welcoming the world’s best golfers to Dubai for one of the standout events of the Rolex Series. Supported by partners including Rolex, BMW, Hero MotoCorp, Emirates and Destination Mina Seyahi, the tournament blends championship competition with the city’s signature hospitality. Celebrated by Executive Tournament Director Simon Corkill and recently won by Patrick Reed, the event continues to showcase Dubai as one of the most exciting and welcoming stops in world golf

When a restaurant earns Michelin guide recognition in a city as competitive as Abu Dhabi, expectations naturally run high. Li Jiang at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal doesn’t simply meet these expectations; it surpasses them with contemporary Asian cuisine served on a terrace overlooking one of the world’s most stunning mosques

A seven-storey luxury villa on Al Reem Island houses Abu Dhabi’s most intriguing wellness concept. Kintsugi Space blends quantum science with ancestral healing traditions, creating a women-only retreat where transformation happens through the deliberate layering of treatments over multiple days. Here, the ancient Japanese practice of repairing ceramics with gold becomes a metaphor for human healing, and technology serves spiritual renewal rather than replacing it

our Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach and Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre present their Valentine’s Day 2026 programmes, featuring everything from intimate omakase dining for one couple per evening to private beachfront cabanas with Dom Pérignon and live violin. The collection includes Mediterranean dining, rooftop celebrations, couples’ spa treatments and a floating yoga experience, offering options that range from casual patisserie takeaways to ultra-luxury encounters designed for complete privacy

Hilton has unveiled two properties in the Holy City, introducing DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah Aziziyah and Wirgan Al Noor, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to serve millions of annual visitors. The dual launch, overseen by cluster general manager Mohamed Lotfy and owned by Wirgan Hospitality, adds 1,767 rooms across strategic locations near Masjid Al Haram and the historic Hira Cave, marking the Tapestry Collection brand’s debut in Makkah whilst establishing the world’s largest property under that banner

Sometimes the finest dining experiences announce themselves quietly, revealing their quality only to those willing to venture beyond obvious choices. La Cava operates in this manner, a wine cellar turned restaurant beneath Rosewood Abu Dhabi that has perfected a handful of dishes rather than managing an unwieldy menu. Our evening here challenged assumptions about UAE dining, delivering food of such exceptional calibre that previous benchmarks required immediate reconsideration. This is hospitality that rewards curiosity and punishes complacency

Rosewood Abu Dhabi rises from Al Maryah Island’s waterfront as a testament to modern hospitality done properly. The 34-storey tower balances corporate efficiency with leisure sophistication, offering guests a rooftop sanctuary above the city’s bustle and dining venues that range from reliably excellent to genuinely outstanding. Direct mall access, thoughtful service, and rooms designed for actual comfort rather than Instagram appeal create an experience that prioritises substance throughout. This is urban luxury executed with confidence and restraint

Lebanese Terrace has established itself as one of Abu Dhabi’s most authentic Lebanese dining experiences. Under Chef de Cuisine Gilber Sakr, the restaurant brings coastal Levantine cuisine to the palace gardens, where olive trees, stained-glass windows, and fire-warmed outdoor booths create an atmosphere that transports diners to Mediterranean shores. Over an evening of exceptional mezze and masterfully grilled seafood, we discovered why this restaurant has quickly earned its reputation for honouring Lebanese culinary traditions with genuine skill and care.

Talea by Antonio Guida sits within the palace gardens of Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, an elegant outdoor restaurant that earned its Michelin star through Head Chef Luigi Stinga’s masterful interpretation of cucina di famiglia