Unveiling Exciting New Culinary Hotspots, Nightlife Gems, and Unforgettable Adventures

As Dubai’s fame rises, the array of activities also perpetually increases. The eagerness to serve tourists is more robust than ever, with an unceasing influx of fresh experiences, dining establishments, and activities for travelers corresponding to the 8% rise of foreign visitors from January to October 2024 compared to the previous year.

If you’re planning a trip to the United Arab Emirates and pondering what to experience, here is a compilation of new activities and attractions in Dubai.

Novel beach spot: Sakhalin Beach Club at J1 Beach

J1 Beach in Jumeirah aspires to become the largest beach club globally featuring 13 diverse and thrilling bars, restaurants, and dance venues.

The location is currently unveiling new spots in stages, with the initial concepts already operational and additional ones expected in the upcoming months.

A must-visit is the newly launched Sakhalin Dubai Beach Club, a seafood haven that boasts a terrace offering breathtaking vistas of the Gulf. Renowned chef Vladimir Mukhin infuses a unique Russian flair into every dish, while beach loungers along the shore invite patrons to unwind, indulge in champagne, and fluidly transition from lunch to evening.

Whimsical Entertainment: Museum of Candy

Sweet fantasies come to life at the world’s inaugural Museum of Candy.

Created for both kids and adults, the freshly opened museum contains 15 immersive spaces filled with everything from a massive plastic gummy bear pool to enormous cotton candy clouds and a forest of lollipops.

The Instagram-ready and sugar-rich visit culminates at the museum’s vibrant café, filled with endless gastronomic wonders.

Chic Cocktails: Rose Bar at the Delano Hotel

The newly introduced Delano Dubai brings its enchanting charm to Dubai’s bar scene with its revamped Rose Bar.

This new incarnation takes cues from the original location in Miami’s South Beach, conceptualized by nightlife icon and Studio 54 co-founder Ian Schrager.

The Dubai version captures the stylish yet unpretentious allure of the Miami counterpart, offering inventive cocktails crafted by lead mixologist Lorenzo Satta in luxurious, cozy bar booths and an entertaining, Instagram-ready disco corridor.

Latest dining spot at the Atlantis Hotel: Studio Frantzén

Studio Frantzén is the latest dining establishment and bar at the Atlantis Hotel that has been the talk of the town. This vibrant venue showcases the elegance of award-winning chef Björn Frantzén’s sophisticated Nordic fare in Dubai’s radiant city.

There’s an energetic vibe at the venue, highlighted by the larger-than-life bear at the entrance (a tribute to the chef’s name, as ‘bear’ translates to ‘björn’ in Swedish), a lavishly moss-covered dining area, and a chic bar serving the delectable rhubarb and bay leaf signature cocktail—and remember to indulge in dessert within the bespoke candy room at the rear of the restaurant.

Luxurious desert adventure: Sonara Camp

Sonara Camp, established by Stephanie Reichenbach, brings top-tier dining, drinks, and entertainment into the mesmerizing Arabian desert.

Reichenbach’s team offers superb wines and cocktails paired with gourmet dishes such as tuna sashimi and T-Bone steak, served at your table at the perfect moment. Coupled with extravagant entertainment, featuring falcon and hawk exhibitions, rides on camels adorned with opulent Arabian harnesses and saddles, as well as performances from fire breathers, acrobats and captivating belly dancers.

Relative to other desert excursions, an evening at Sonara carries a premium price; however, the unparalleled service, exquisite food, and top-notch entertainment make it deserving of the expense.

Chic beach club with Italian essence: Missoni Resort Club at Drift Beach Dubai

The renowned Italian brand Missoni’s distinctive zigzag patterns have found a new abode at Drift Beach Dubai, which is one of the most stylish beach clubs in the UAE located within the One&Only Royal Mirage.

Missoni-themed daybeds, cabanas, and umbrellas provide quintessential Italian charm. It’s an ideal spot to unwind from shopping with a quick swim and a refreshing drink right in the heart of a fashion hub. Drift restaurant features French cuisine paired with sweeping views of Dubai’s iconic skyline.

Savor Global Flavors: Dubai Mall Food Tour by Frying Pan Adventures

The Dubai Mall Food Tour organized by Frying Pan Adventures offers a one-of-a-kind insight into the city, with certified Dubai tour guides (and avid food enthusiasts) leading you to the finest eateries within the Dubai Mall.

This is an enjoyable and effective way to sample the variety that Dubai has to offer through 16 distinctive signature dishes.

From sushi and sandos to lime corn salad, dan dan noodles, and delectable Breton butter cake, along with camel milk chocolates, spicy fries, beetroot rice and lily flowering tea, there is an array to entice your taste buds.

Discover Dubai’s Past:Al Shindagah Museum

A captivating collection of art, craftsmanship, photography, and relics, Al Shindagah is the UAE’s largest cultural heritage museum, serving as a repository of the ancient traditions of the area and its inhabitants.

With enthusiasm from both residents and visitors, the museum delves into millennia of artistry and advancement throughout the region. Additionally, you can visit the Perfume House, an interactive museum that highlights the significant oil and fragrance commerce of the area, providing an intriguing look back in time.

Acclaimed Levantine Cuisine: Sufret Maryam

Last year, Salam Daqqaq, the Palestinian chef behind Bait Maryam, was awarded the title of Best Female Chef in the Middle East & North Africa for 2023. Now, she has introduced a second establishment, Sufret Maryam, which presents a more sophisticated interpretation of Levantine cuisine while preserving the friendly atmosphere and inviting environment that have endeared her initial restaurant to many. The new venue is located within the lively culinary hotspot Wasl 51 in Jumeirah.

How to Reach: Flights to Dubai

Dubai’s national airline, Emirates Airlines, offers 96 weekly flights between Dubai and the United States. A subsidiary of The Emirates Group, it is recognized among the world’s top airlines for its exceptional service, and its in-flight entertainment system has been voted number one each year since 2005.

Connections to the US:

• Two daily non-stop flights to New York.
• One daily flight to Boston, Chicago, Dallas/Fort Worth, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington, D.C.
• Five weekly direct flights to Orlando.

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