Skip The Cringe! Here Are 8 Non-Romantic Things To Do In The UAE This Weekend

1.Dig into Dino Adventures

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Indulge in a Greek Feast

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Meet a Football Legend

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Dive into a Foodie Festival

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Get the Hype

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Watch the Dubai Fountains in Style

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Try the Latest Food Trend

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Catch DJ Sona Live

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