Your Guide to a Different Kind of Valentine's Day in the UAE
Soar over golden dunes at sunrise, dine by candlelight at the Louvre, or sip cocktails atop a dazzling skyline.
Love is in the air, and whether you're a hopeless romantic, a thrill-seeker, or just someone who enjoys a beautiful moment with your special someone, there seems to be something for everyone in the UAE this Valentine's Day.
From intimate gourmet experiences to breathtaking adventures, these are the most exciting and alternative ways to spend the day of love in the Emirates. Hot Air Balloon Adventure
📍Dubai Desert
📅February 14th
Soar above the Arabian desert with your other half, as you sip on champagne and admire the Dubai skyline. La Perle Acrobat Show
📍Al Habtoor City, Dubai
📅February 14th Grab your beau and go watch a breathtaking performance with gravity-defying aerial stunts. Art Lounge Valentine's Dinner
📍Louvre Abu Dhabi
📅February 14th A dreamy al fresco Valentine's dinner with sweeping city views atop the Louvre Abu Dhabi will definitely ignite that spark. Overnight Desert Safari
📍Dubai Desert
📅February 14th-15th What better way to say 'I love you' than going dune bashing, riding camels at sunset, and cuddling by a bonfire? Cocktail Masterclass at Ruya
📍St. Regis The Palm, Dubai
📅February 14th
🕒7:00 PM – 8:30 PM A couple that learns how to make Turkish-inspired cocktails together, stays together. Angham Live Concert
📍Cultural Foundation, Abu Dhabi
📅February 14th Nothing screams romance quite like getting serenaded by the iconic Egyptian singer Angham. Helicopter Ride over the Jumeirah
📍Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
📅February 14th
Take your love to new heights by soaring above Dubai's iconic landmarks, including Burj Al Arab and Palm Jumeirah. Permanent Jewelry Experience
📍Linked by Permanent Jewelry Studio, Dubai
📅February 14th You know what they say: If you liked it, then you should have put a matching bracelet on it
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