While the year may have passed by in the blink of an eye, end the year on a strong note and step into 2023 with your best foot forward. Gather your family and friends and make memories with our impeccable list of things to do before the end of 2022.

From an indulgent brunch at Doubletree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island to festive celebrations at Millennium Place Barsha Heights and a festive gathering with Private Chef Vanessa Bayma to incredible Maldivian getaways, there is something for everyone.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Copthorne Lakeview Hotel

For an unforgettable night of fun, food and live entertainment, Copthorne Lakeview Hotel is the ultimate destination to end the year in style. From 8pm onwards, bring your friends and family to the New Year's Eve Grand Dinner for a superb international buffet comprising of juicy Ribeye Steak, Lobster Thermidor cooked in a rich sauce, freshly shucked Oysters, Lamb, amongst others, as well as a selection of unlimited beverages. Pricing starts at AED 299 per person for soft beverages, AED 399 per person for house beverages and AED 499 per person for sparkling. AED 150 per child, 7 to 12 years old.

What: New Year’s Eve Grand Dinner

When: 31 December 2022, Saturday from 8pm to 12am

Price: AED 299 per person including soft beverages

            AED 399 per person including house beverages

            AED 499 per person including sparkling

            AED 150 per child, 7 to 12 years old

For more information, please visit:https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/destinations/mea/uae/dubai/copthorne-lakeview-hotel/

For reservations, please email h1026.hom@millenniumhotels.com/ WhatsApp or call +971 56443 2560

Enjoy The Holidays With A Festive Drunch And Sleigh At Doubletree

By Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island

Celebrate the most wonderful time of the year at DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island with a special Drunch and Sleigh package at AED 1,111 for two guests. Enjoy an indulgent stay along with the resort’s first Christmas Eve Drunch, on 24 December, where guests can enjoy vibrant tunes with the joyful company of Santa and indulge in culinary delights from across five dining venues in a joyful evening atmosphere from 6:00pm onwards.

Alternatively, for those who would like to celebrate on Christmas Day, the resort will host it’s Christmas Brunch that will be filled with Santa hats, cheery vibes and a festive twist on the iconic Islander’s brunch spread. Guests can keep the fun going with the after party from 4:00pm - 8:00pm at the Anchor bar and get into the groove with the property’s resident DJ.

To make the Drunch and Sleigh package even more exciting, DoubleTree by Hilton Resort & Spa Marjan Island is also offering an international buffet breakfast, the next morning, at the all-day dining restaurant and a late check-out at 5p.m., for not just one but two people.

What: Drunch and Sleigh Package When: 24 December, Saturday – 25 December, Sunday 2022 Offer: Overnight Stay + Christmas Eve Drunch + Breakfast + Late Checkout at 5pm Price: AED 1111 for two pax

What: Brunch and Sleigh Package When: 25 December, Sunday – 26 December, Monday 2022 Offer: Overnight Stay + Christmas Day Brunch + Breakfast + Late Checkout at 5pm Price: AED 1111 for two pax

For more information and reservations, please call +971 7 203 0000 or e-mail:reservations_dtmarjan@hilton.com

Winter Break: Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel Makes Learning

Fun For Kids With ‘Hospitality Ninjas’

While parents are busy shopping and meeting deadlines for the festivities, Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel have got the kids covered. With engaging activities that are not only exciting but also educational, the property provides kids with the opportunity for a fun-packed winter break with its winter camp, ‘Hospitality Ninjas’.

Running until December 30, 2022, 9am to 3pm during the weekdays, kids will enjoy and learn more about hospitality through fun activities from baking and cookie design to culinary relays, an introduction to the Hotel’s own kitchen garden and pizza classes.

Inclusive of all meals, Hospitality Ninja training will be open to children between 5 and 10 years of age, engaging them in a fun day of activities where they can make new friends, learn along the way as well as receive a Ninja’s certificate of participation.

Located in the hotel’s kids’ club, a bright, colourful space for the little guests to enjoy, the children are cared for by Hospitality “Senseis”, who are trained professionals in first aid and fire safety and have limited the numbers of children per group to ensure each child has the maximum attention. While the property undertakes all safety measures, parents are always welcome to remain with their child, if they prefer.

Prices for one day are AED125 and five days, AED485, nutritious snacks, soft beverages and meals included, along with a Team Hospitality Ninja shirt.

For more information, please:visit https://www.millenniumhotels.com/en/dubai/millennium-place-barsha-heights-hotel/

For reservations, please email gem.mpbh@millenniumhotels.com / WhatsApp or call +971 586060 844

Shake The Winter Blues And Escape To Heritance Aarah Maldives

With temperatures dropping around the United Arab Emirates, there is only one place to warm up and that’s Heritance Aarah Maldives. Sun on your face, sand between your toes and cocktail in hand, the resort has a range of activities whether you’re looking to relax, explore or enjoy a bit of both.

Situated on the Maldivian island of Raa Atoll, adventure awaits with activities on land and sea, allowing visitors to discover the best of this slice of paradise. From sunset cruises, night fishing that ends with cooking up your catch for dinner, to paddle boarding, snorkeling and dolphin cruises, no two days will be the same.

In between adventures and delicious dining, the Medi Spa awaits for a soothing treatment. Set above the tranquil lagoon waters, Medi Spa transports guests into a world of tranquility – the perfect setting to relax and rejuvenate with a massage, scrub, facial or wrap.

Set against the scenic backdrop of the Indian Ocean, Adults-Only Ocean Suites are totally private and designed for a memorable experience. The premium suites take the conventional all- inclusive offering to new heights with superior amenities and facilities.

For families or groups looking for alternate suites, the Discover Aarah offer unlocks an instant 12% off direct bookings and can be combined with existing offers.

For more information and bookings, visit: www.heritancehotels.com/aarah/

Festive Events: Host A Perfect Holiday Party With Your Personal

Chef, Vanessa Bayma

The holidays are around the corner and along comes the stress of hosting extravagant soirees, festive family gatherings as well as cocktail parties at work. For those feeling overwhelmed and a little anxious about delving into the realms of entertainment, food and hospitality, fear no more, as Private Chef Vanessa Bayma has got you covered!

Whether it be canapes or a 5-course gorgeous sit-down dinner, with your personal Chef Vanessa Bayma and her handpicked and professionally trained award-winning CBC team allow yourself to be free from the hours spent in the grocery store and toiling in the kitchen.

At just a 72-hours’ notice, one can sit back and have fun with their special ones as the Chef Bayma team conceptualises and manages the whole event, curates the menu and develops recipes customised to one’s festive theme and culinary preferences.

With a personalised holiday dining experience ranging from budget-friendly small event to fully serviced high-end celebrations and event management at villas, residences and private yachts, your very own Private Chef will take care of all your party duties, adding that extra sparkle to your buffet and taking few things off your plate.

Choose between a variety of menus with all the traditional festive favourites including Roast Turkey and Sausage meat stuffing wrapped in Bacon, Spinach and Mushroom Wellington with Truffled Wine Sauce, Parmesan Herb Crusted Lamb Rack, Cranberry Roasted Winter Vegetables. Honey Glazed Ham with apple sauce, and lots more.

With limited spots available, make your bookings today and let Chef Bayma and her dream team deliver an experience that will truly blow your guests away.

For more information, please visit www.chefbayma.com, WhatsApp +971 58 860 4799 or email info@chefbayma.com

Embark on a Journey to the Highest Peak in Switzerland’s Vaud

Set off on an adventure to the Glacier 3000, located at the highest point of the Vaudois Alps in the canton of Vaud for an experience you will never forget.

Cable cars connect you to various activities and experiences such as the thrill-evoking Peak Walk by Tissot, the world’s only suspension bridge connecting two summits, with views of the Les Diablerets glacier and the highest mountains. The 107-meter walk and a 5-meter slope will bring you to the summit of Scex Rouge where you can celebrate your victory with a breath-taking view of mythical mountains like the Matterhorn, Mont Blanc and Jungfrau.

Other activities include the Alpine Coaster which is the highest toboggan in the world, a Dogsled ride where majestic Huskies pull you through the beautiful glacier landscape, and a snow park for both professionals and beginners.

For further information, visit: www.myvaud.ch/en/P1162/glacier-3000/

Experience Having Your Own Private Island for a Day at W Maldives

Adventure seekers can embark on a true castaway experience at W Maldives’ Gaathafushi private island. Just a stone’s throw away from the property, guests will be dropped off to discover the wild and untouched paradise of a secluded island that is truly theirs to discover. Whether it’s sunset cocktails, an overnight escapade, themed parties or special BBQs, experiences on Gaathafushi can truly be curated as per your heart’s desires.

W Maldives and Gaathafushi sit above one of the best house reefs in the Maldives, home to hundreds of species of marine life ready to be explored. Accessible from anywhere on the islands, jump in with snorkeling gear at any time and enter a whole different world. Guests can have the adventure of a lifetime by swimming with reef sharks and turtles, an experience they will never forget.

For further information, visit: www.wmaldives.com