Aarti Saundalkar

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Arts and Culture Features Editor at What's On Dubai

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Catch these 5 massive movies in theatres in Dubai this summer

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

Let the movie magic beginIf heading to the mall is on the top of your ‘Ways to escape summer’ plans, why not add in a movie to your shopping experience? Over the next few months, there are a number of top movies being released, giving you the perfect excuse to sit back, relax, and enjoy some entertainment in the cool AC.
Join What's On for a fun party brunch at Ma Buckley’s in Abu Dhabi

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

If you have plans already in place for June 28, you may want to cancel them. Why? Because something more exciting has just come up. We have teamed up with Ma Buckley’s Bar & Restaurant to celebrate one of the UAE’s most popular weekend traditions: a party brunch. What’s On Brunch is a deliciously curated new series that will see us taking over the capital’s tastiest spots, and of course, you are top on our guest list.
Global star Teddy Swims to perform in Dubai this November

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

The singer-songwriter will be performing in the city for the first timeTime to Lose Control music fans! Multi-platinum global superstar Teddy Swims will be performing in Dubai this year. The Grammy-nominated American singer will be heading to the Coca-Cola Arena as part of his I’ve Tried Everything But Therapy tour. The date to block on your calendar is November 22. This is the first time fans will see Teddy Swims performing live in Dubai.
a royal hammam at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

A wonderful spa-scape from realityI’ve done a fair number of spa roundups, sharing with you some of the best places to go, the deals to snap up, and all the latest treatments to try. But truth be told, it’s rare for me to actually book a spa appointment for myself. Mostly because, like many of us, I tend to push self-care to the bottom of the to-do list. But then I came across something intriguing: a Snow Room at Jumeirah Zabeel Saray. Naturally, I was curious.
Abu Dhabi is getting a luxurious new Bvlgari Resort

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

We have plenty of hotels that are currently in the construction phase in Abu Dhabi, and we’ve just received word that a new agreement has been signed to open a Bvlgari Resort & Mansions in Abu Dhabi. The new upcoming megaproject, which bears the name of the popular Italian luxury brand, will be nestled on a private island, characterised by its horseshoe shape. It is scheduled to open in 2030.
Sheikh Hamdan approves Dubai Orchestra project

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

The megaprojects just don’t seem to end for Dubai, but not all projects have to be something made out of concrete or stone. This time, it is taking on a more creative aspect, and while Dubai (and the UAE in general) is already a hot spot for some of the world’s top musicals, concerts, and more, this new initiative is about to boost it to a whole new level.
8 coffee and cars combine at these cool cafes in Dubai

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

Wheelie cool cafesEveryone loves a good combination. Burgers and fries, cookies and milk, wine and cheese…the list can go on and on. For fans of coffee and cars in Dubai, these two distinct elements come magically together in the form of unique cafes. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or just love your coffee, these cafes in Dubai are sure to get your heart racing.
A magical Harry Potter exhibition is coming to Abu Dhabi

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

Wands at the ready – it’s about to get very Wingardium Leviosa in hereHarry Potter fans, a magical exhibition is landing in Abu Dhabi at Manarat Al Saadiyat this July. Harry Potter: The Exhibition will bring together a cool collection of authentic movie props and costumes worn by the actors, all for your viewing pleasure. You will also be able to see and explore recreations of iconic scenes and settings.
Here's what replacing the historic Dubai Zoo landmark in Jumeirah

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

The the historic Dubai Zoo site is set to be turned into an urban oasisThe Dubai Zoo closed its doors back in 2017, and lay empty for years after its closure, with all the animals changing their house address to Dubai Safari Park. UAE residents have always wondered about the abandoned two-hectare plot of space in Jumeirah 1, and we finally have the answer to this question. It is going to be refurbished into a new urban oasis, a project undertaken by Shamal.
When will we be able to book a driverless taxis in Dubai

1 week ago | whatson.ae | Aarti Saundalkar

Dubai is truly driving into the futureDriverless taxis in Dubai. It’s an ongoing topic that keeps progressing as time passes by, as there are a number of factors to be considered before they take to the street. The latest information, and possibly the most exciting, answers the question, ‘When will driverless taxis be on the roads in Dubai?’. And that time is just around the corner, as Dubai has announced that self-driving taxis will launch for passengers in 2026.