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Ideas to refresh yourself with relaxing pool days, overnight hotel stays or great family dining experiences. FUN IDEAS FOR THE LONG WEEKEND!

Make the most of your 3-day weekend this month with these ideas for relaxing staycations, delicious dining experiences and much-needed pool days!

A FAMILY ‘FOODCATION’ AT THE MEYDAN HOTEL!

If you want to take a break from cooking and leave it to the experts to indulge your family, The Meydan Hotel’s Foodcation package is just the ticket for this long weekend. Head to the iconic hotel and relax in spacious rooms and later, indulge your tastebuds in a complimentary lunch or dinner experience at Farriers, Millennium Lounge or Qube Sports Bar. Enjoy access to the hotel’s infinity pool, fully equipped gym and spacious rooms with a stunning balcony view and a next day breakfast, the perfect end to your stay.

Price: AED 670 per night. When: Valid until the end of summer 2021

FAIRMONT THE PALM’S RESIDENTS STAYCATION DEAL IS BACK!

Pack those bags and look no further than Fairmont The Palm for an unbelievably luxurious staycation! Until 24th September, you can book a relaxing stay from AED 599 per room and receive a daily credit of AED 599 to spend on food and drinks, fully redeemable at any of the hotel’s stunning dining outlets. Check into a luxurious Fairmont the Palm room and enjoy access to the hotel’s private beach and eight temperature-controlled swimming pools, perfect to cool down from suite rooms for guests to kick back and relax with breath-taking views of Dubai’s skyline. Fairmont the Palm is set in an idyllic location on the Palm Jumeirah, with direct access to the West Palm Beach and within walking distance from the newly opened Nakheel Mall. For bookings visit: www.fairmont.com/palm-dubai/offers/stayon-us-uae-residents-offer/

RIVA BEACH CLUB’S FRIDAY FAMILY BRUNCH

RIVA Beach Club, the relaxed, family friendly venue located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah is back with the perfect afternoon Friday Brunch! Foodies, families and friends are welcome to enjoy a three course-set menu served directly to the table every Friday from 1 - 4pm with pool and beach access. You begin your culinary journey with a selection of delectable starters including vegetable spring rolls, hummus, fattoush salad and buffalo wings while main courses feature highlights such as roasted fish, BBQ ribs, grilled beef sirloin, herb marinated chicken and more. Completing the meal with a sweet note, you can choose from an array of mouth-watering desserts. RIVA Beach Club also offers a special kids menu showcasing all-time favourites such as Pasta, Pizza, Hamburgers and French Fries. Sit back, relax and sip on refreshing drinks whilst enjoying the 300-metre pristine beach boasting panoramic views of the Arabian Gulf or dip in the temperature-controlled pool – the perfect afternoon for the whole family to enjoy!

When: Every Friday from 1:00pm to 4:00pm; prior booking is essential

Where: RIVA Beach Club, The Palm, Dubai Prices: AED 199 per person including soft beverages |AED 399 per person including house beverages & AED 99 per child (4 to 12 years); with children under 4 years dining for free.

For bookings, please contact +971 4 430 9466 or reservations@riva-beach.com MOTHER, BABY & CHILD | AUGUST 2021 | 09

DESERT BREEZE SUPER SALE AT THE BAB AL SHAMS DESERT RESORT

With the 3-day weekend right around the corner, there’s no better way to relax than at Bab Al Shams Desert Resort. Famed for their luxurious interiors and mesmerising Arabian views, bring the family for a relaxing stay surrounded by serene sand dunes. With a choice of superior rooms, make yourself at home or even upgrade your package to make it the ultimate summer escape. Making it more enticing is the 25% discount on food and beverages and exciting desert activities including desert tennis, archery and horse riding. Price: Starting at AED 449 per night | AED 549 per night inclusive of breakfast in Al Forsan Restaurant | AED 649 per night inclusive of breakfast in Al Forsan restaurant and dinner in Al Hadheerah restaurant

When: Valid till August 31 2021.

‘STAY AND SPLASH’ DEAL AT THE AL JADDAF ROTANA SUITE HOTEL SPLASH AND DINE AT THE TAMANI MARINA HOTEL

Pack your bags and make a trip out of the long weekend with this family-friendly package at Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel. Awaiting you is a spacious family room with a pool view and a 20% discount on a mouthwatering array of food and beverages. Indulge in a sumptuous breakfast the next day and get ready for a funfilled adventure as you and your family get four complimentary tickets to Laguna Waterpark Dubai! Price: Starting at AED 545. When: Valid until 30th September 2021 Alternatively, take a break from the mundane and splash away your troubles at Al Jaddaf Rotana Suite Hotel’s dreamy All-Inclusive Pool Day offer. Enjoy unlimited beverages and one main course from their enticing menu as you enjoy poolside serenity. Price: AED 180 per person for pool access including unlimited drinks and one main course. When: Daily, 12pm-4pm Al Jaddaf Rotana are also hosting Mediterranean Nights every Friday at their Timo restaurant, where you can dive into a satisfying buffet menu filled with authentic delicacies including Beef and Chicken Souvlaki, Antipasti, Seafood Paella, Salads, Pizzas and more. Price: AED 200 per person inclusive of water | AED 225 per person inclusive of soft beverages | AED 325 per person inclusive of house beverages. When: Every Friday, 7pm-10pm Look out for their Arabian food-themed nights on Thursday nights too! Dive into the long weekend at TAMANI Marina Hotel with their family-friendly pool day package! Unwind by the pool and savour mouthwatering lunch bites from the hotel’s stylish eatery, Café Society. Additionally, enjoy an access to the hotel’s gym to keep your spirits high! Price: AED 85 per person on weekdays | AED 120 per person on weekends | 50% discount for kids below 12 years old. When: Valid until the end of summer 2021 .

Breakfast at Tamani Hotel’s Café Society

Bring a lovely start to your mornings at Café Society with their delicious breakfast options! Starting at AED 65, indulge in the elegant restaurant’s breakfast classics including Toasted French Brioche, Breakfast Waffles, Eggs benedict, Blueberry and Banana Pancake, Mediterranean Breakfast, Smoked Salmon with Poached Eggs and more, perfectly paired with freshly brewed coffee. Price: Starting at AED 65 including coffee When: Daily, 9am-11am

VOTING OPENS FOR THE MOTHER BABY & CHILD AWARDS 2021:

Vote & win great prizes every month!

We’re delighted to launch the Mother Baby & Child Readers’ Choice Awards for 2021 - and this year, we’ve made some exciting changes that will allow you to win more prizes when you vote! Culminating in announcing the winners of each award in December, we’re asking you to keep an eye out over the coming months and vote every month to show your appreciation for the brands, retailers, health services, parental support & family services, schools and businesses you interact with that make a positive difference to you as a parent, your children and family. This year, casting your votes is all about mindfulness - the same values we teach our children! As part of our community of parents and families, we’re asking you to vote in appreciation in situations such as: ✔ When your child’s school, Teacher or School Principal provides extra

special support to students ✔ When a clinic or hospital shows an extra level of kindness and care ✔ When you find play venues, restaurants, brands and services that go the extra mile to serve your family ✔ When you appreciate good deals, appreciate the convenience or service of family brands ✔ When you love how much enjoyment your child is getting from play and entertainment facilities

When you go through the categories and see the award nominees every month, it’s a great way to also learn about the services, facilities and brands that other mums value, so do keep an eye on the award categories each month. You’ll find the voting categories on the next page!

VOTING CATEGORIES: READERS’ CHOICE AWARDS

BABY CARE

ɶ Baby & Child Clothing Retailer of the Year ɶ Baby & Child Footwear Retailer of the Year ɶ Baby Food Range of the Year ɶ Growing Up Milk Brand of the Year ɶ Nappy Brand of the Year ɶ Baby Wipe Brand of the Year ɶ Baby & Child Skincare Brand of the Year

FAMILY EXPERIENCES

ɶ Family Deals Provider of the Year ɶ Family Staycation Experience of the Year ɶ Family-Friendly Restaurant of the Year

EDUCATION

ɶ New School of the Year - UAE ɶ Nursery of the Year - Abu Dhabi ɶ Nursery of the Year - Dubai ɶ Nursery of the Year - Northern Emirates ɶ Primary School of the Year - UAE ɶ Secondary School of the Year - UAE

CHILDREN AT PLAY

ɶ Theme Park of the Year ɶ Toy Brand of the Year ɶ Water Park of the Year ɶ Soft Play Venue of the Year ɶ Kids’ Educational Activity Centre of the Year ɶ Kids’ Entertainment Centre of the Year ɶ Best Party Venue of the Year

PARENTING SUPPORT ɶ Parenting App of the Year ɶ Parenting & Lifestyle Influencer of the Year ɶ One-Stop Parenting Shop of the Year ɶ Childcare Provider of the Year

HEALTH & MEDICAL ɶ Hospital of the Year ɶ Paediatrics Clinic of the Year ɶ Dental Care Provider of the Year ɶ Women’s Health Clinic of the Year ɶ Maternity Department of the Year ɶ Medical Clinic of the Year

RETAILERS ɶ Maternity Retailer of the Year ɶ Supermarket of the Year ɶ Homestore of the Year ɶ Grocery Delivery Service of the Year

INSPIRATIONAL PEOPLE ɶ Entrepreneur of the Year ɶ Pre-school Teacher of the Year ɶ Primary School Teacher of the Year ɶ Secondary School Teacher of the Year ɶ School Principal of the Year

EDITOR’S CHOICE AWARDS ɶ Editor’s Choice Best Sustainability Initiative ɶ Editor’s Choice Community Initiative Award ɶ Editor’s Choice Award for Family Safety,

Hygiene & Protection ɶ Editor’s Choice Award for Child Development

Professional of the Year

BRAND OF THE YEAR ɶ The Brand of the Year will be chosen based on the highest total number of votes.

VOTE FOR THE CHANCE TO WIN MONTHLY PRIZES!

Every month, we’ll hold a prize draw amongst the voters that month and announce the winner of a monthly prize.

GRAND PRIZE

Next month, we’ll be announcing details of an amazing family vacation you can win if you’re the lucky reader chosen in the final prize draw of voters when the final votes have been counted. So keep an eye on the Mother Baby & Child website and sign up to our newsletter to stay up to date on the monthly prizes!