Ringing in the New Year is one of our best loved traditions and for good reason, what could be better than gathering with friends and family to welcome in a New Year full of good intentions and exciting plans. There’s something incredibly thrilling about the whole day, saying goodbye to the past year and hello to the new. And let’s face it, its also nice to look forward to something after the Christmas celebrations. We have put together a list of some of our favourite venues to see in 2022!

Enter the new year with a gala dinner surrounded by lush greenery and serene waterways at the award-winning Pai Thai, Jumeirah Al Qasr

Choose from either indoor or outdoor seating to take in the serene waterways around Jumeriah Al Qasr whilst enjoying a DJ and a drums performance for a New Year’s Eve celebration with a Thai twist. Pai Thai are offering a sumptuous gala dinner from 8pm-1am featuring delicious authentic dishes such as Tiger Prawn Green Curry and Vegetable Dumplings as well as some delectable desserts like Mango Sweet Sticky Rice and Coconut Ice Cream. As well as the usual beverages they’ve also produced a cocktail menu to see out the old year in style – the Salika, which is a mix of Hendrick’s Gin, Elderflower Liqueur and Lychee Juice sounds scrummy.

Prices for this fabulous gala dinner start at AED 950 for soft drinks, AED 1250 for house beverages, AED 1450 for the premium package and AED 350 for kids ages 4-12 years. For outdoor seating prices start at AED 1250 for soft drinks, AED 1450 for house beverages, AED 1650 for the premium package and AED 500 for kids ages 4-12 years.

For bookings, please call 04 432 3232 or email restaurants@jumeirah.com.

Make it a night to remember this New Year’s Eve with Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection

Groove your way into 2022 with a glitz and glamour themed Gala Dinner at the beautiful Habtoor Grand Resort, Autograph Collection. This scrumptious affair is served pool side where you can enjoy the stunning views of the Dubai skyline. There’ll be a five-piece live band to get you in to the swing, plus a live DJ and some exciting dance performances, making this an evening to remember.

This New Years’ Eve Brunch runs from 8pm-2am and is priced at AED 1,500 per person and AED 750 for children ages 12 years and below.

To book your table now please call 04 408 4257 or email hgrs.fbreservation@habtoorhospitality.com.

Welcome in the New Year from the desert with a Gala Dinner at The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

For a laid-back New Year’s Eve dinner, the whole family can enjoy together, The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert offer the perfect experience. With a choice of two family-friendly gala dinners to choose from at either Kaheela or Farmhouse restaurants, you can indulge in a lavish feast prepared by an award-winning team of chefs, whilst sipping refreshing beverages throughout the evening.

This fabulous gala dinner takes place from 8pm-11.30pm in readiness to see in the shiny new year. Prices for the Kaheela Gala Dinner start at AED 600 per person for soft beverages, AED 850 per person inclusive of house beverages and AED 300 for children ages 6-12 years. Prices for the Farmhouse Gala Dinner start at AED 900 per person for soft beverages, AED 1900 inclusive of premium house beverages and AED 450 for children ages 6-12 years.

For bookings, please call 07 206 7777 or email rc.rktrw.festive.concierge@ritzcarlton.com.

Head for the Hills to ring in the New Year with The Duck Hook and Hillhouse Brasserie, with views of the Burj Khalifa

Escape the city this New Year and party on the grass at Hillhouse Brasserie, looking out across Dubai Hills Golf Course and Downtown. You’ll have the best views of the fireworks but without the traffic at this family friendly spot. There’ll be a real party atmosphere with live entertainment and live cooking stations offering sushi and seafood, carvery and BBQ as well as a scrumptious spread down at the veggie patch with pastas and salads. Keeping the kids awake to see in the New Year shouldn’t be an issue after visiting the ice cream sundae station or chocolate fountain.

This brunch runs from 8pm-1am and prices start from AED 95 for kids aged 4-12 years, AED 395 for the soft drinks package, AED 645 for house beverages and AED 745 for prosecco and wine.

For bookings, please call 04 432 3232 or email restaurants@jumeirah.com.

‘LIV a little’ and celebrate the end of a year and the beginning of a new one with a New Years Eve Dinner at Liv, W Dubai, The Palm

For a laid-back beach vibe at one of the coolest spots on The Palm, see 2022 in with a night to remember at LIV at W Dubai, The Palm. Choose from either indoor or outdoor seating under the stars whilst enjoying a range of appetising food options including a BBQ and live cooking stations and while away the evening listening to a great DJ set – it doesn’t get much more chilled than this.

The evening event runs from 8pm through to midnight and costs AED 750 per person inclusive of selected grape, hops, sparkling and house beverages. Children are welcome too at AED 199 for kids ages 6-12 years and kids under 6 years dining for free.

To reserve your table now please call 04 245 5800 or email wpalmdining@whotelsworldwide.com.

Wish 2021 arrivederci with an authentic Italian New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner with Trattoria at Souk Madinat Jumeirah

Located at one of the most beautiful settings in Dubai, by the waterways of Souk Madinat Jumeirah, cosy up indoors or sit under the stars, as you listen to live music and welcome the New Year in Italian style at our favourite authentic Italian restaurant, Trattoria. The 3-course sharing style menu features Salmon Carpaccio, Focaccia and Risotto with some delicious vegetarian options including Burrata and Fondue. They’ve even considered the little ones where they can create their own pizza toppings.

The evening runs from 8pm-1am and prices for indoor dining start from AED 450 for soft drinks, AED 550 for house, AED 650 for champagne and AED 150 for kids ages 4-12 years. Prices are slightly higher for a table outside and start from AED 650 for soft drinks, AED 750 for house, AED 950 for champagne, AED 1150 for the premium package and AED 250 for kids ages 4-12 years.

For bookings, please call 04 432 3232 or email restaurants@jumeirah.com.

Add some extra sparkle to your New Year’s plans and see the shiny new year in at voco Bonnington Dubai 

voco Bonnington Dubai know how to throw a New Year’s Eve party so expect nothing short of fabulous. This year one lucky party guest will win a stunning diamond pendant, courtesy of the renowned, and British Mums favourite, Fergus James Bespoke Jeweller. Simply spin the wheel to win! voco Bonnington Dubai promise lots of entertainment and games, a delectable buffet that will cater to your every tastebud, a martini station and lots of bubbles.

Start the new year in style with your friends and family in the warm ambience of The Cavendish Restaurant. The evening runs from 8pm-12am and prices start from AED 199 for soft drinks and AED 399 for the sparkling package.

For bookings, please call 04 356 0536 or email dine@bonningtontower.com.

See the New Year in with spectacular views of the marina at The Croft, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites

Take the New Year’s Eve party outside with a delicious evening brunch at The Croft, Dubai Marriott Harbour Hotel & Suites. Enjoy a night packed with live entertainment, good food and great company as we bid farewell to 2021. This unique British brunch is inspired by a blend of cultures and cuisines across the Commonwealth all with a modern twist. Combine great British grub with incredible views over the marina this has all the makings of a very memorable evening.

The evening runs from 8pm until late and prices start from AED 499 for house beverages for indoor seating or AED 599 for the house package seated outside on the terrace.

For bookings, please call 04 319 4000 or email the team at eatatharbour@marriott.com.

If you’re all partied out after Christmas and are considering staying in to see in the New Year, then why not check out our fantastic round up of the best Turkey Takeaways so you can still feel part of the festivities but in the comfort of your own home.

Reach for the stars at the world’s tallest 5* hotel this New Year’s Eve with an evening at Aqua, JW Marriott Marquis Dubai

Ring in 2022 on the pool deck of Aqua Poolside Grill & Bar at JW Marriott Marquis Dubai. With stunning views of the Burj Khalifa and Dubai Downtown this New Year’s Eve Gala Dinner promises to be one to remember. Dress to impress and enjoy an evening of opulence with an exceptional feast and free-flowing beverages, as well as live performances from Claudia Patrice and a spectacular display set against the iconic Dubai skyline at midnight. The evening starts from 8pm until 1am and the price per person is AED 1,500.

To book your table now please call the team on 04 414 3000.

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