The Dubai Expat Diaries

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Valentine’s day is around the corner and everyone’s scrambling to sell or buy that perfect romantic experience or gift. From AED 10,000 romance packages to a AED 7,000 James-Bond styled marriage proposal…and a plethora of options for the lesser romantic mortals amongst us, there is plenty to do, see and experience this 14th of February in Dubai! Some interesting options on Valentine’s Day this year:

• The AED 10,000 Romance Package: The Dhow Pontoon Romantic Dinner  – Enjoy dinner under the stars on the Dhow pontoon in a romantic setting for 2 only.  A spectacular 7 course set menu with a bottle of KRUG , a limo to collect you from your doorstep (Dubai only), a boat ride to the dhow, dinner and a nights stay in a Royal Club room at the Le Meridien Mina Seyahi. Also included is a Spa Treatment for 2. (The Le Meridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina –  +971 4 3181374)
• The AED 7,000 Proposal: The 007 Wedding Proposal Package with Bluebanana.ae – Spa for her. Sky Dive for him. She is then limo-driven to the skydive landing…where Romeo exposes a tuxedo underneath the Jumpsuit…and a Diamond Ring! Followed by a limo drive to Ajman Kempinski Hotel, Dinner, an overnight stay and breakfast. (Book at BlueBanana.ae online and check our their other experience packages)
• Take a Chill Pill at Barasti and Support Breast Cancer: Barasti Bar on Jumeirah Beach is tickled Pink this Valentine’s Day – you can hang out with your significant other, win great prizes (including best dressed!) and feel great about the fact that a portion of all your spending goes to support The Breast Cancer Foundation of The Emirates.

• Valentine’s at the Burj Al Arab – Al Mahara Restaurant - Experience culinary excellence in Burj Al Arab’s world-famous seafood restaurant and discover the mysterious magnificence of the world under the sea. Delight your partner with a six-course gourmet dinner accompanied by a complimentary glass of Champagne and special Valentine’s gift. Price: AED 1,650.00 per person – Call +971 4 301 7600
• Top 50 Valentine’s Day Dinners – TimeOut Dubai has put together a list of Top 50 Romantic dinners in Dubai – check them out – the list is pretty dry, with just restaurant names and contacts, however it should hopefully refresh your memory and give you a couple more options to think about! See the article here.
• Send some Flowers…with a few clicks! If you’re like the rest of us and want to do something but just can’t muster up the energy to do some legwork…your mouse may be able to rescue you from your plight. Order a dozen roses or a bunch of exotic flowers online at dxbflower.com!

There’s a lot more to do, of course! Your imagination is the limit to “wow”.

Tell us what your ideal Valentine’s day / night in Dubai or the UAE is (or was, after you’ve surprised your partner ) Good luck!!!

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