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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

In today’s corporate environment, communication, presence, and authenticity are no longer “soft skills” but rather defining leadership skills. As organizations look beyond traditional executive training, one unexpected discipline is proving to be remarkably effective: stand-up comedy.

The Laughter Factory Academy introduce a stand-up comedy workshop for executives and corporate teams, led by award-winning comedians from the UK and Canada. Designed for senior leaders and professional teams, the workshop offers an engaging, hands-on approach to developing confident, impactful communication.

Why Stand-Up Comedy?

Stand-up comedy is one of the most demanding forms of public speaking. It demands clarity of thought, emotional intelligence, adaptibility under pressure, and the ability to be resoursful and quick.

These are the same skills leaders rely on when presenting to boards, addressing teams, managing crises, or influencing stakeholders. Comedy training strengthens these abilities by placing participants in an unscripted, human, and highly engaging communication environment.

The impact extends far beyond speaking skills, by stepping outside formal corporate structures, participants experience a shared challenge that builds trust, psychological safety, and authentic connection. Hierarchies soften, communication opens, and teams engage with one another on a more human level.

A Shift in Leadership Development

As leadership expectations continue to evolve, organizations are moving away from scripted communication and toward genuine presence and human connection. In this shift, stand-up comedy is emerging not as entertainment, but as a powerful leadership development tool that sharpens clarity, confidence, and storytelling skills.

This workshop equips leaders to communicate more effectively, connect more authentically with their teams, and hold the room in moments that matter. The result is stronger leadership presence, deeper team cohesion, clearer internal communication, and greater alignment across the organization. Because great leaders don’t just deliver information, they engage, inspire, and create connection. This is not about turning executives into comedians.It is about turning leaders into stronger communicators.

This stand-up comedy workshop is available for corporate bookings across the UAE, with sessions customized for executive teams, leadership off-sites, and corporate development programs.

Ladurée blends French elegance with Middle Eastern flavours in a refined Ramadan 2026 collection created for gifting, Iftar and elevated seasonal rituals.

This Ramadan, Ladurée unveils a poetic seasonal gift box inspired by the enchanting tales of 1001 Nights, the collection celebrates the spirit of generosity through refined patisserie and thoughtful gifting. The season introduces a new Date, Honey and Cinnamon macaron, alongside indulgent Ramadan pastries, a striking Ramadan cake, and a Balaleet French toast. Complemented by traditional savoury offerings and an Arabic Coffee set, the collection offers a sophisticated expression of Ramadan hospitality, designed for modern celebrations and elegant gatherings. The selection is designed for refined gifting and elevated Iftar and Suhoor moments.

Season’s Signature Macaron

Renowned for its iconic macarons, Ladurée introduces a Ramadan-exclusive Date, Honey and Cinnamon macaron. Featuring two cinnamon macaron shells filled with a creamy date, honey and cinnamon jam, offering a warm and aromatic flavour profile created especially for the holy month.  An elegant addition to Iftar and Suhoor spreads, it offers a refined sweet touch for both intimate gatherings and lavish buffets.

Limited Edition Ramadan Macaron Gift Boxes (1001 Nights Collection)

This Ramadan, Ladurée presents an exquisite limited-edition collection inspired by the enchanting tales of 1001 Nights, blending Parisian savoir-faire with the rich flavours and traditions of the holy month. Encased in bespoke dark blue and gold gift boxes adorned with moon motifs, the collection is designed to elevate gifting, Iftar and Suhoor moments with a sense of elegance, generosity and celebration. The Ramadan macaron gift boxes are available in four sizes, making them ideal for both personal and corporate Ramadan gifting.

Date & time: Throughout Ramadan | Available all day | Price: In UAE – AED 126 for a box of 6 macarons, AED 222 for 12, AED 313 for 18 and AED 692 for the 42 piece box. | Location: Across all outlets in UAE

Ramadan Pastry & Cake – A Striking Centrepiece for Iftar & Suhoor

The Ramadan pastry is a sophisticated seasonal creation featuring a gingerbread biscuit base layered with date crunchy paste, light spiced coffee cream, an ivory thin chocolate leaf and a vanilla macaron. It is available in both individual portions and a larger size designed to serve up to eight guests, making it a refined choice for Iftar and Suhoor gatherings.

Complementing the pastry selection, an individual portion priced at AED 55 in the UAE and SAR 54 in KSA, as well as a larger cake designed to serve eight guests, priced at AED 389 in the UAE and SAR 250 in KSA, offering a visually elegant and indulgent centrepiece for Ramadan entertaining.

Date & time: Throughout Ramadan | Available all day | Price: In UAE – Individual | portion – AED 55 & for eight guests – AED 389 | Location: Across all outlets in UAE

Balaleet French Toast – A Contemporary Twist on an Emirati Classic

Adding a modern interpretation to beloved local flavours, the Balaleet French toast features brioche topped with Balaleet vermicelli, cardamom, saffron, rose water, halawa, pistachio praline and rose petals, finished with chocolate saffron sauce, gold flakes and orange blossom. The Ramadan-exclusive dish is priced at AED 72 in the UAE and SAR 74 in KSA.

Date & time: Throughout Ramadan | Available all day | Price: In UAE – AED 72 | Location: Across all outlets in UAE

An Iftar & Suhoor Experience Inspired by Tradition, Crafted with Elegance
Ramadan Savoury Selections & Arabic Coffee

For Iftar and Suhoor, Ladurée presents a thoughtfully curated savoury offering that brings together time-honoured Ramadan flavours with refined presentation. The selection begins with comforting Harira soup, prepared with chickpeas, green lentils, tomato, cumin, coriander and parsley, alongside a high-tea style assortment of hot and cold appetizers including fatayer, stuffed dates, savoury baklava with halloumi and pistachio, and breaded halloumi, offering an elevated interpretation of traditional starters.

The experience continues with signature main courses such as a luxurious Ouzi, featuring delicate filo pastry filled with fragrant rice, minced beef and lamb, cinnamon, seven spices, pistachio, pine nuts, chestnuts and raisins, as well as Moghrabieh chicken, combining Moghrabieh pearls with tender chicken, oriental broth, chickpeas and pearl onions for a comforting and authentic Ramadan dish.

Completing the experience, the Arabic Coffee set offers Emirati dark roast coffee served with a selection of homemade biscuits, mixed dried fruits and nuts, along with two macarons and two Eugénie of choice, creating a refined and memorable finale for Iftar or Suhoor gatherings.

Date & time: Throughout Ramadan | Available all day | Price: AED 129 | Location: Across all outlets in UAE