RELAXING TIME at Novotel Dubai GO! Al Basha DUBAI JULY & AUGUST 2019 featuring ABU DHABI FAMILIY FUN F T O HE IA YE D A E R M IN ABU DHABI O T CONTENT R N I G E I T N A L C O N ORIGINAL LADYLIKE WEST LIFE COOL THINGS LAUGHS IS BACK TO DO IN SUMMER CULTURE – ENTERTAINMENT – TO-DO – RESTAURANTS – SHOPPING – EVENTS LA_Dialogue_GO magazine_270x210_V1 copy.pdf 1 10/19/17 8:45 PM THE JOURNEY OF A BILLION YEARS STARTS WITH A SINGLE PEARL. LIVE AT AL HABTOOR CITY, DUBAI WE BEGIN WITH LOVE AND BEAUTY We can end up anywhere, but we can only begin here: a woman and her child. From Bellini’s Virgin and Child of the Italian Renaissance to Utamaro's 18th century Japanese print celebrating La Perle by Dragone is the region’s first ever permanent show, maternal connection, we can always be reminded that featuring 65 world-class artists. Created by world-renowned Artistic Director even though centuries and continents may separate us, Franco Dragone, La Perle combines the spirit of Dubai with an iconic 860 sqm we all begin at the same point. aqua-stage to deliver an unmissable spectacle in, on, and above water. Explore more mysteries of our common consciousness throughout the museum’s twelve chapters. BOOK YOUR TICKETS TODAY LaPerle.com OFFICIAL SPONSOR OPENING Virgin and Child Giovanni Bellini Italy, Venice 1480–1485 11 NOVEMBER 2017 Oil on wood Louvre Abu Dhabi © Louvre Abu Dhabi / Thierry Ollivier Young Mother Playing the Shamisen Kitagawa Utamaro Japan About 1798 Ink on paper Louvre Abu Dhabi © Louvre Abu Dhabi / Hervé Lewandowski louvreabudhabi.ae – 2 – – 3 – La Perle English 210x270mm Oct.22.17.indd 1 10/22/17 2:07 PM FROM THE EDITOR CONTENT HOT, HOT, HOT… Yes, it´s that time of the year again. It is the hot to get some sun and likable temperatures. And months and everybody is chasing for some at the same time get a better understanding of relief from the scorching sun. The famous the amazing culture in the region. Food, mu- song writer Noël Coward once wrote “Only sic, sports, shopping are favourites amongst mad dogs and Englishmen” satirising the un- visitors alike. Going to one of the many amaz- willingness of English and European people to ing beaches or just hanging out at the pool is adopt the custom of taking a siesta during the also very relaxing. heat of the day in tropical climates. This is still The last years visitors has also found new much a fact. Coming from Europe and living ways to experience the locations they visit. in Dubai I can see both sides of the argument. Not following the beaten track of millions In northern Europe the saying is “summer before them but venturing out on their own is the best day of the year” because summer to explore more genuine places and interact is very unpredictable and if the temperature with the locals. And this is perfect for Dubai struggles to reach the 20 degree mark you since most people are open and welcoming basically plan your activities day to day. The to visitors. Striking up a casual conversation weather today doesn´t predict the weather to- with the locals can often lead to new and great morrow. So people don´t make any long term friendships that no catalogue can offer.# plans for holiday och vacation just because they might pick their three weeks vacation when it is barely 13 degrees and rainy all the time. So understanding this I am not surprised that Europeans love to visit places like Dubai GO! DUBAI MAGAZINE is published by Go! Dubai Magazine FZE and is a bi-monthly magazine for visitors and natives of Dubai, Abu Dhabi YOUNG ART LOVERS and U.A.E. President: Mr Paer Ola Sjoesten CMO: Mrs Annika Sjoesten Art director: Ms Camilla Wilhelmsson Enjoy a Summer of creative fun at Louvre Abu Dhabi with two exciting holiday programmes for the young ones. The publisher regrets that we can not accept liability for errors in the content of the editorial nor advertising material. We strive to be as accurate as possible TIME IS ON HIS SIDE every time but times and dates can be changed/altered or cancelled without any previous notification beyond our control. The Go! Magazine trade mark is Exclusive interview with designer and registered and protected by international law. No editorial content, layout or adverts may be used by third party in any way, shape or form without written businessman Claes Lundin. consent from Go! Magazine Group. Happiness is what we do best! 33 18 Winner of 16–17 OUR FAVOURITE RESTAURANTS 24–25 OUR FAVOURITE SPAS GO! Dubai Magazine FZE, Level 29, Marina Plaza, Dubai Marina, Dubai UAE GO! 32–39 ABU DHABI MAGAZINE Phone: +971 4 424 5083, Fax: +971 4 455 8556, Trade license No.: 11196/2017 GROUP 40–41 OUR FAVOURITE SHOPPING 07 48–49 OUR FAVOURITE SOUKS WEST LIFE IS BACK The popular Irish pop vocal band Westlife will bring their @godubaimagazine www.facebook.com/GoDubai WWW www.dubaigomagazinegroup.com much-awaited ‘Twenty Tour’ to Dubai. Cover photos: Ferrari World, press photo (Arzoo and West Life), Ski Dubai – 4 – – 5 – Photo: Mira Bozhko/Unsplash Mira Photo: GREEN VIEW FROM SHADE A POOL At Zero Gravity a 39m glass-fronted infinity swimming pool comes complete with day- beds, loungers, changing facilities and dedi- cated bars offers. It is an unmatched relaxed and soothing place to be with lovely views of Dubai. Zero Gravity is found in the exhilarating perimeter of Skydive Dubai, just steps away from the Drop Zone. This unmatched beach, bar and restaurant is ideally located with- in close proximity to Dubai Media City and Pixabay Photo: WEST LIFE IS BACK Dubai Marina.# The city of Dubai and its surroundings provi- Zero Gravity, www.0-gravity.ae des beautiful parks and beaches with all the No need to wait for your favourite band any longer. After having sold more than Photo: Jared Sluyter/Unsplash Photo: required facilities for leisure and recreation. 55 million records worldwide, popular Irish pop vocal band Westlife will bring their Parks add to the beauty of the environment much-awaited ‘Twenty Tour’ to Dubai. and moderate the temperature. The Public Parks and Horticulture Department of Dubai After taking a break in 2012 the band is now back together, stronger of which have been released after a six year break for the band. The and hungry to perform old and new hits for the Dubai audience. Pre- tour has seen overwhelming reception all over the world, with several Municipality take great pride in keeping them pare yourself for an evening of nostalgia, where Westlife will take you shows across many cities being sold out within minutes of opening, looking fabulous. Here are some of them for down memory lane with their biggest hits from the last two decades. and months in advance.# you to enjoy and relax in. Also look forward to listening to their two brand new singles, ‘Better Man’ and ‘Hello My Love’, written by Ed Sheeran and Steve Mac, both West Life, 29 August, Coa Cola Arena, Dubai, coca-cola-arena.com ON THE CREEK It overlooks Dubai Creek and can be accessed by boat. It also has a landing pad for helicopters, a small golf course and an amphitheatre accommodating 1,200 people. FAMILY OUTING With its supple sand and grassland Jumeirah Beach Park is a favourite for If you’re interested in the police forces of the world, it’s definitely worth visiting family fun with picnic, playing, BBQ and, of course, swimming and playing FLIP OUT the Dubai Police Museum. It opened in 1987 and showcases the development and in the sea och swimming pools. It is a very safe park with trained lifeguards progress of the city’s Police Force. and rescue boats. Its fleet of supercars has raised the department’s profile to global levels. Apart Flip Out is an enormous indoor trampoline arena from the regular fleet of Porsche Panamera, Ford Mustang GT, Chevrolet Camaro UNDER PALM TREES with activities for the whole family. SS, and even a Bentley Continental GT, Dubai Police Force command exclusive Al Mamzar Park is the second largest park in the city with beaches, a large And this year the completely mental, completely and exotic rides like BMW i8, Ferrari FF, Lamborghini Aventador, Aston Martin swimming pool, more than 25 barbecue sites and 15 chalets available for rent. new and completely unique for Dubai; Archery Tag One-77, Bugatti Veyron, Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, Nissan GT-R, McLaren MP- The array of facilities at this beautiful park by the sea makes it a hit with water is for anyone who’s seen The Hunger Games movie POLICE 4-12C, Brabus G 700 and not to mention the two Audi R8 V10.# sports lovers, beachgoers, families and groups looking for fun in the sun.# and fancies having a go with a bow and arrow but doesn’t like the idea of actually getting hurt.# FORCE HISTORY Dubai Police Headquarters, Al Nahda Rd, Al Twar 1 – Dubai. Check with a tourist information centre on what you need to do to be granted access to the museum. Flip Out, www.flipout.ae – 6 – – 7 – HOT SUMMER? COOL THINGS TO DO Looking for some cool things to do in the blistering heat in Dubai´s summer months? Here are some suggestions for you to cool off and have a fun day. It is a full experience in the slopes or on the ice for the whole family.