Hospitality
ROMANCE BY THE SEA: VALENTINE’S DAY EXPERIENCES AT AL RAHA BEACH RESORT & SPA
This Valentine’s Day, Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa invites couples to celebrate love with a choice of romantic dining experiences, from an elegant evening at Sevilla Restaurant to a private Romantic Dinner by the Beach, alongside a special sweet treat available throughout February at Café Mozart.
Valentine’s Day Buffet Dinner at Sevilla Restaurant
Taking place on 14 February 2026, guests can enjoy a special Valentine’s dining experience at Sevilla Restaurant, ideal for couples and loved ones looking to celebrate over exceptional cuisine in a refined setting. Priced at AED 220 per person, the buffet dinner will be available from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM, and is open to singles, couples and groups alike.
Romantic Dinner by the Beach
For a more intimate celebration, couples can opt for a Romantic Dinner by the Beach, set against the serene shoreline of Al Raha Beach Resort & Spa, offering an elevated Valentine’s experience under the stars. Available from 6:30 PM to 11:00 PM, the 5-course menu dining experience is priced at:
Macarons Box + Rose Latte at Café Mozart
For a lighter Valentine’s moment or a thoughtful gift, guests can enjoy a Box of 5 assorted Macarons paired with a Rose Latte for AED 55, available daily at Café Mozart throughout the full month of February.
Hospitality
DUBAI MARRIOTT HARBOUR HOTEL & SUITES CELEBRATES THE HOLY MONTH OF RAMADAN WITH TWO DISTINCT IFTAR EXPERIENCES
This Ramadan, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites invites guests to break their fast with two curated Iftar experiences designed to suit different dining styles and occasions. From a refined steakhouse setting with sweeping Marina views to a generous buffet ideal for families and group gatherings, the hotel offers a considered and relaxed approach to Ramadan dining in the heart of Dubai Marina.
IFTAR AT PRIME52
Located on the top floor of the hotel, Prime52 offers an intimate and polished way to breakfast, combining panoramic Marina views with exclusive Ramadan dishes available alongside the restaurant’s à la carte menu. The setting is well suited to guests seeking a quieter, more refined Iftar experience for family gatherings or small groups.
Ramadan highlights focus on premium ingredients and slow-cooked flavours, including seared foie gras with spiced pear, Emirati-style baby lamb shank braised with aromatic spices, and homemade kunafa served with date ice cream, introducing subtle local touches to the evening.
- Where: Prime52, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites
- When: Throughout Ramadan, 6pm to 12am
- Price: À la carte prices
IFTAR AT COUNTER CULTURE CAFÉ
For guests who enjoy variety and a relaxed, sociable atmosphere, Counter Culture Café presents a generous Iftar buffet throughout the Holy Month. Designed with families and group gatherings in mind, the buffet offers a comfortable and welcoming dining experience with a broad selection of international dishes and Ramadan favourites. Highlights include a live Ouzi station, live shawarma, and an extensive dessert spread featuring traditional Ramadan sweets.
- Where: Counter Culture Café, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites
- When: Sunday to Thursday, sunset to 10pm | Friday to Sunday, sunset to 11pm
Hospitality
FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON ANNOUNCES VALENTINE’S DAY CELEBRATIONS ACROSS ITS DINING AND ENTERTAINMENT VENUES
This Valentine’s Day, Four Points by Sheraton at Dubai Production City invites couples, friends, and singles to celebrate love in all its forms with a thoughtfully curated lineup of dining experiences, live entertainment, and interactive moments across its hotel venues on 14 February. From romantic set menus and live performances to playful photo opportunities and social experiences, the hotel promises a memorable Valentine’s celebration tailored to every mood and preference.
Commenting on the celebrations, Nitin Makhijani, General Manager, Four Points by Sheraton Production City, said, “Valentine’s Day is about celebrating connection in all its forms. At Four Points by Sheraton, we’ve curated a variety of experiences across our dining and entertainment venues—from intimate dinners to lively social evenings—ensuring our guests can celebrate the occasion in a way that feels personal and memorable.”
Guests visiting Four Points by Sheraton on Valentine’s Day will be welcomed with a special Love Wall and Instant Photo Moment, featuring a heart themed backdrop and a “Write a Note” wall where couples can leave heartfelt messages. Guests checking in or dining at the hotel will receive a mini welcome treat, such as a cookie or chocolate, while hotel staff will be available to capture quick photos for guests—perfect for sharing on social media and creating lasting memories.
Across its dining and entertainment venues, the hotel offers a diverse range of Valentine’s Day experiences. PizzaExpress Live presents a romantic curated set menu paired with a bottle of wine.
McGettigan’s combines dining and entertainment with a Valentine’s set menu priced at AED 399 per couple, including a bottle of house wine or three cocktails, alongside a Couples Karaoke Duet Competition hosted by Shanice, with a prize for the winning couple, and live screening of the Scotland vs England match at 8:40 PM.
High Five Bar & Shisha Lounge offers a Valentine’s set menu priced at AED 349 per couple. Champions Sports Bar provides a relaxed celebration option with a three course Valentine’s set menu, including a glass of sparkling wine per couple.
Wagah Border offers a Valentine’s Special priced at AED 199 per couple, available from 6:30 PM to 10:30 PM, featuring a four course set menu, two sparkling pours, and live entertainment.
With its diverse culinary offerings, engaging entertainment, and thoughtfully curated guest experiences, Four Points by Sheraton positions itself as a vibrant destination for Valentine’s Day celebrations across the city.
Hospitality
ME BY MELIÁ DUBAI UNVEILS FEBRUARY’S MUST-EXPERIENCE MOMENTS: IFTAR EVENINGS, SPA ESCAPES & CABANA DAYS

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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