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ME BY MELIÁ DUBAI UNVEILS FEBRUARY’S MUST-EXPERIENCE MOMENTS: IFTAR EVENINGS, SPA ESCAPES & CABANA DAYS

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Top‑down view of a plated breaded fried cutlet with rosemary, sweet potato fries, sauerkraut, roast tomatoes, olive oil and seasonings on a wooden table at ME by Meliá Dubai

February is the perfect time to pause, reset, and embrace a well-deserved escape, and ME by Meliá Dubai delivers the ultimate setting to reconnect, reflect, and unwind.

With the Holy Month beginning this February, the hotel has curated a standout lineup of experiences designed for meaningful connection, serene moments, and mindful wellness, to be enjoyed in a way that feels personal and purposeful.

Whether gathering to break fast at Iftar, indulging in Ramadan-inspired spa rituals, unwinding with a romantic Valentine’s spa experience, or soaking up the sunshine with a chic cabana day, there’s something to match every mood and moment this month.

After Dusk Ramadan Edition

Experience the spirit of Ramadan at ME by Meliá Dubai’s pool terrace, where guests are invited to gather for a welcoming Iftar served at sunset. Set within an elegant and refined setting, the experience features a thoughtfully curated selection of traditional and contemporary flavours, creating a calm, reflective atmosphere that makes each evening of the holy month truly special.

Guests can begin with an abundant spread of cold and hot mezze, from Muhammara, Hummus andMoutabel to favourites like Kibbeh, Cheese Rakakat, Spinach Fatayer andFalafel, alongside vibrant classics including Tabbouleh, Fattoush andWarak Enab. The buffet continues with comforting staples such as Lentil Soup, a generous Salad Bar, and a standout selection from the carvery and grill stations, including Roasted Lamb Leg, Slow-Roasted Beef Cheeks, roasted Whole Farm Chicken,Chicken Shish Tawook and Shrimp Skewers, served with an array of flavourful sauces. For the main course, guests can enjoy signature Ramadan dishes such as Ouzi with Braised Lamb and Oriental Rice, Samkeh Harra, Dawood Basha, Freekeh, and Vermicelli Rice, before ending the evening on a sweet note with indulgent desserts like Mahalabiya, Umm Ali, Date Pudding,assorted Arabic sweets, and fruits of the day.

Blending timeless Ramadan traditions with ME by Meliá Dubai’s contemporary flair, this Iftar experience is designed to feel both elevated and inviting. Whether guests are gathering for a special occasion or simply embracing the spirit of the season, it offers the perfect backdrop for a relaxed and memorable evening.

  • Where: Pool Terrace, Level 1
  • Time: Sunset – 10:30 PM
  • Electric shisha is available at an additional charge.

Wellness by ME – Amour Luxe

Wellness by ME brings a refined Valentine’s escape to ME by Meliá Dubai, designed for couples and individuals seeking the ultimate reset. This limited-time spa experience combines targeted tension relief with radiant skin results, featuring a 30-minute Rescue Back, Neck & Shoulder Massage using soothing aromatic oils, followed by a 30-minute Express Glow Facial tailored to each individual’s skin, ensuring hydration, refreshment, and restored luminosity. Priced at AED 500, guests will also have full access to the pool and sauna, plus a refreshing beverage, a standout February ritual for romance, relaxation, and glow.

Availability: 1st-28th February

Wellness by ME – Serene Glow

Designed especially for the Holy Month, Serene Glow offers a calming, restorative retreat at Wellness by ME, created to help guests recharge, rebalance, and embrace mindful self-care. Thoughtfully curated to support the body during Ramadan, the experience targets common effects of fasting such as muscle tension, fatigue, and dryness through a soothing combination of expert massage and a hydrating facial that refreshes both body and mind.

Guests can choose between two Ramadan-exclusive options: AED 450 (60 minutes) featuring a 30-minute Rescue Release Massage paired with a 30-minute Express Glow Facial, or AED 550 (90 minutes) combining a 60-minute Relaxing Massage with the same glow-boosting facial for deeper restoration. Each journey is complemented with full access to the pool and sauna, plus a refreshing herbal beverage, making Serene Glow the perfect way to unwind, restore energy, and feel renewed throughout the season.

Availability: Entire month of Ramadan. 16th February – 18th March

Central Restaurant – Business Lunch

This February, Central Restaurant welcomes guests to step away from the hustle and enjoy a well-deserved pause with its Business Lunch, a thoughtfully crafted experience designed to inspire warmth, connection, and culinary delight. Curated by the Executive Chef, the seasonal menu highlights comforting flavours and refined touches, celebrating the very best of the season in every dish.

Guests can savour standout creations such as the Charming Broccoli, featuring smoky charred broccoli, sweet dried cranberries, crunchy sunflower seeds, and crispy bacon; the luxuriously smooth Golden Velvet Soup; the refreshing Papaya Mist, with delicate smoked salmon and vibrant edamame; the Coral Catch, a warm, succulent grilled prawn and nutty bulgur salad; the aromatic Sun Souvlaki, with tender chicken, soft pita, and creamy tatziki; and the decadent Ricotta Fold, silky spinach and ricotta ravioli finished with butter and parmesan.

For a comforting finish, an assortment of desserts provides the perfect sweet ending. This midday experience is the ideal retreat from a busy day, offering both flavour and relaxation.

Whether dining solo, taking a well-earned break from the day or gathering colleagues for a networking lunch, this midday experience offers a deliciously memorable way to savour the season.

  • Availability: Monday to Friday – 12:00pm to 6:00pm

The Cabana Experience

Soak up the winter sunshine in ultimate style with the Cabana Experience. Perfect for sunbathing, splashing in the pool, or simply lounging in comfort, each cabana is designed to be a private oasis. Standard room guests can enjoy a cabana for AED 250 (for two people), complete with two refreshing beverages of choice, mineral water, cooling towels and a hand fan, plus sun protection by Deeper Beauty to keep everyone perfectly pampered under the sun. Suite guests receive a complimentary cabana with the same indulgent inclusions. Whether it’s sipping a chilled drink poolside, cooling off in the pool, or simply basking in the rays, the Cabana Experience transforms an ordinary day into a sun-soaked escape full of relaxation, fun, and effortless luxury.

  • Availability: Ongoing
  • Included: x2 beverages, mineral water, cooling towels, hand fan and SPF protection.
  • For reservations and inquiries: +971 54 991 7481
  • Offer subject to availability. Terms & conditions apply.
  • Fee is non-redeemable
  • Cabana access is limited to a maximum of 2 guests.
  • Children below 6 years old enjoy complimentary access.

Deeper Beauty – Sun Care Elevated

ME by Meliá Dubai proudly continues it’s collaboration with  Deeper Beauty, a UAE-born SPF brand that seamlessly blends inclusivity, sustainability, and high-performance skincare. Crafted to protect and celebrate every skin tone, Deeper Beauty’s lightweight, non-white cast formula delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection without compromise, making it especially suited for darker complexions. Perfect for sun-soaked days by the pool or outdoor adventures, it ensures skin stays nourished, protected, and radiant.

Available at the pool retail shop, guests can choose from: Blocked and Busy SPF50 Sunscreen – 100ml | AED 120 or Blocked and Busy SPF50 Sunscreen – 50ml | AED 55

Whether applied before a relaxing cabana day or on-the-go, Deeper Beauty makes sun protection effortless, effective, and suitable for every skin tone.

Whether celebrating Valentine’s, embracing the spirit of Ramadan, or simply taking time to reset, ME by Meliá Dubai delivers a curated calendar of standout moments designed to leave guests feeling refreshed, recharged, and inspired.

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Qatar Airways Unveils Onboard Signature Music Created in Partnership with Award-Winning Composer Hans Zimmer

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Qatar Airways today unveiled its new onboard signature music, created in partnership with world-renowned composer Hans Zimmer.

Inspired by Qatar and its culture, Qatar Airways’ new onboard music brings a distinctive sound identity to the passenger experience through its collaboration with the iconic composition of Hans Zimmer. The music is also featured on the ‘Burgundy Symphony’ album, a bespoke five-track album that encapsulates the airline’s wider sound identity and signature sound elements.

The collaboration brings together Zimmer’s acclaimed cinematic storytelling and Qatar Airways’ commitment to delivering memorable experiences, creating a recognisable sound that reflects the emotions, moments and memories that define travel.

The launch was celebrated at Hans Zimmer’s highly-anticipated concert in Doha on 6 November, where audiences were given an exclusive first look at the story behind the collaboration through a specially created film on the creative process and inspiration behind Burgundy Symphony, alongside a preview of the music. Qatar Airways passengers can experience the new composition onboard from today.

The Burgundy Symphony album captures the rhythm of travel through five original tracks, each reflecting a different stage of the journey:

Dawn opens the collection with a sense of anticipation and possibility experienced when stepping beyond the daily routine and discovering new horizons.

Dusk reflects the tranquillity of flight as daylight fades and travellers are carried above the clouds beneath a sky illuminated by stars.

The Orchard introduces a restorative pause, inspired by moments of calm and reflection amidst the pace of everyday life. The inspiration for the composition is drawn from the sense of escape offered by the ORCHARD – one of Hamad International Airport’s most distinctive passenger experiences.

Homecoming reflects the quiet gift of returning home and the small but lasting ways travel enriches life. The track encapsulates the adventure continues beyond touchdown, with memories of places and skies keeping moments of wonder alive long after the journey ends.

An Ode to Qatar, concludes the album with a tribute to the nation’s rich heritage and forward-looking vision. The piece brings together a sense of history, culture, and ambition, reflecting a country where tradition and progress exist in harmony.

Following the unveiling, Burgundy Symphony is now available on the Qatar Airways YouTube channel, inviting audiences around the world to experience Hans Zimmer’s original compositions inspired by the journey of travel and the spirit of Qatar Airways.

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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah Wins Sustain Sharjah Award for Second Year Running

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Coral Beach Resort Sharjah has won the Sustain Sharjah award for Hotel Properties at the Sharjah International Travel and Tourism Forum 2026, organised by the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA). This marks the resort’s second consecutive recognition under the initiative.

The accolade acknowledges the property’s progress at Level 2 of the programme’s Explorers journey, structured around four core pillars: Guest, Experience, Local, and Story. Across each pillar, the resort has prioritised measurable, practical measures that engage guests, support the surrounding community, and ensure transparent sustainability reporting.

Central to this achievement are three primary operational initiatives:

  • Onsite water bottling plant: Replaces single-use plastics with reusable glass bottles, eliminating approximately 300,672 plastic bottles annually.
  • Winnow AI food-waste system: Weighs and monitors kitchen waste in real time, enabling culinary teams to curb excess directly at source.
  • Onsite biodigester: Installed in 2026, making the property the first hotel in Sharjah to process organic waste entirely on site.

Commenting on the achievement, Iftikhar Hamdani, Area General Manager of Coral Beach Resort Sharjah, said: “Securing the Sustain Sharjah award for the second consecutive year is an honour for our entire team. Initiatives such as our water bottling plant, AI-driven waste monitoring, and onsite biodigester reflect our daily operational commitment—one shared with our guests, partners, and the local community. We thank the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority for this recognition and for their steady leadership in advancing sustainable tourism across the emirate.”

Coral Beach Resort Sharjah is a signatory to the Glasgow Declaration on Climate Action in Tourism and continues to align its operations with broader international climate targets.

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Qatar Airways Connects Doha to Caracas, Venezuela, and Bogotá, Colombia with First Flight

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Qatar Airways has inaugurated its new twice-weekly service connecting Doha with Caracas and Bogotá. The service represents a significant milestone for the airline, as Qatar Airways becomes the first Gulf carrier to serve Venezuela, and the first airline to operate nonstop services from the Middle East to both Bogotá and Caracas. The new route underscores the airline’s commitment to strengthening global connectivity for the region and is operated on Boeing 777-200LR aircraft.

Qatar Airways flights to Caracas (CCS) and Bogotá (BOG)

Qatar Airways’ flight schedule has been designed to provide smooth onward connections through Hamad International Airport to key markets including Australia, China, Japan, Lebanon, South Korea, and the United Arab Emirates. This offers passengers greater flexibility and seamless transfer options across Qatar Airways’ global network of over 170 destinations.

Departing every Wednesday and Sunday:

Doha (DOH) to Bogotá (BOG) – Flight QR783: Departure 07:35; Arrival 16:25

Bogotá (BOG) to Caracas (CCS) – Flight QR783: Departure 17:55; Arrival 21:00

Caracas (CCS) to Doha (DOH) – Flight QR783: Departure 23:30; Arrival 20:35

The addition of Caracas and Bogotá marks the 16th and 17th destinations in the Americas served by Qatar Airways. The airline began serving South America in 2010 with its inaugural flight to Brazil’s São Paulo.

The airline has recently expanded its partnership with LATAM to include LATAM Airlines Colombia, offering travellers greater access to the region. Qatar Airways will place its code on LATAM-operated flights between Bogotá and key domestic destinations including Cartagena, Armenia, Barranquilla, Bucaramanga, Cali, Cúcuta, Ibagué, Leticia, Medellín, Montería, Neiva, Pereira, Pasto, Riohacha, San Andrés Island, Santa Marta, and Yopal.

Qatar Airways continues to strengthen global connectivity, serving more than 170 destinations this winter. Bookings can be made at qatarairways.com or through the airline’s mobile app.

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