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3 days ago
- Web Release
Your Next Unforgettable Moment Awaits Aboard the QE2
Celebrate this summer with curated experiences aboard the iconic Queen Elizabeth 2. From elegant Afternoon Teas and hearty Sunday Roasts to Heritage Tours that bring history to life, the QE2 invites you to create unforgettable memories. Whether treating someone special with a QE2 Experience Gift Voucher or simply indulging in the timeless charm of this legendary vessel, every moment aboard is one to treasure. QE2 Sunday Roast at Queens Grill Looking for the perfect Sunday plan? Join us for a hearty roast at Queen's Grill, think roast beef (or chicken, or lamb!), Yorkshire pudding, and all that you would expect from a British classic. · From only AED 115 per roast or AED 200 for two persons · Every Sunday at the Queens Grill | 12.30pm to 3.30pm · Book your table now – because Sundays deserve the royal treatment. Book Now QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea Step into a world of elegance with the QE2 Royal Afternoon Tea at the Queen's Grill. This historic venue, once the domain of the ship's most distinguished guests, now offers a refined tea experience that brings a touch of British tradition to Dubai. Choose from two exquisite afternoon tea selections: the Cunard, featuring a delightful array of cold bites and pastries, or the Britannia, which adds a warm twist with a selection of hot canapés. Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are available upon request. (Guests must inform the QE2 team when booking). § Available Fridays and Saturdays between 3:00 pm – 6:30 pm (Last seating at 5:00 pm). § Cunard Package: AED 165 per person / AED 110 per child (6 – 12 years old, children below 6 years dine free) § Britannia Package: AED 195 per person / AED 135 per child (6 – 12 years old, children below 6 years dine free) § Dress Code: Smart Casual Please note that a 24-hour advance booking is required. All our prices are in AED inclusive of 5% VAT, 7% municipality fee and 10% service charge. Book Now QE2 Heritage Tour Step back in time with our Heritage Tour and discover what life was like aboard the legendary Queen Elizabeth 2 during her sailing years. Curated by exhibition experts and world-class designers, the tour features an extraordinary collection of original artefacts thoughtfully displayed to transport you to the golden age of ocean travel. Daily 11:00 am & 5:00 pm AED 85 Per person Book Now The Golden Lion Step into the Golden Lion, Dubai's oldest floating pub, for a taste of Britain by the sea. Whether you are in the mood for crispy fish and chips or a hearty burger, the Golden Lion offers a comforting taste of home. Golden Hour: 50% off select drinks | Daily 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm Teacher Special: 20% off food & drinks | Daily 8:00 pm to 12:00 am Valid for teachers with ID. Up to 4 guests. Not applicable during key events. Book Now QE2 Experience Gift Voucher Not every gift fits in a box. Some come wrapped in history, sea views, and timeless moments. The QE2 Experience Gift Voucher invites your loved ones to enjoy the experience of their choice, whether it's a romantic stay with stunning sea views, a refined Royal Afternoon Tea, a hearty Sunday Roast, a journey through time on our Heritage Tour, or a memorable Captain's Dinner. Whatever the occasion, let them unwrap a moment aboard Dubai's most legendary destination, the Queen Elizabeth 2. Buy a Gift Voucher For inquiries, please call +971 4 526 8888 or email [email protected]


What's On
3 days ago
- What's On
UAE reveals key dates for the 2025-2026 academic school year
Mark your calendars, here's when UAE schools open, close, and break for the holidays. If you're a parent, teacher, or student in the UAE, it's time to start planning ahead. The UAE's Ministry of Education has officially announced the academic calendar for the 2025-2026 school year, including term dates and holidays across both public and private schools that follow the ministry's curriculum. According to the announcement, students will return to school on Monday, August 25, 2025, after a long summer break. Teaching staff and administrators will resume a week earlier, on Monday, August 18, 2025. The calendar sets a minimum of 188 school days for the year, broken down into three terms: The school year will begin on August 25, 2025. The calendar sets unified dates for the start of the academic year, end of the three terms, and end of term breaks. For schools operating on the September-start calendar, the schedule for the 2025–2026 academic year is as follows: Start of the academic year: Monday, 25 August 2025 End of first term and start of winter break: December 8, 2025, to January 4, 2026. Classes resume on January 5, 2026. Start of spring break: March 16-19, 2026. Schools resume on March 30, 2026. For private schools in Sharjah: spring break from March 16 to 22, 2026. Classes resume on March 23, 2026. As usual, the exact end-of-year date will depend on how each school completes its academic requirements and exams, but July 3 is the cut-off. The announcement applies to schools under the Ministry of Education curriculum, including many public schools and some private institutions. International schools that follow other curricula (such as British, IB, American, or Indian) may have slightly different schedules and should refer to the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) in Dubai or ADEK in Abu Dhabi for specific term breakdowns. The advance release of the calendar is meant to help families plan vacations, travel, and childcare around the school year more effectively. It also ensures consistent academic instruction across the UAE. > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in


Gulf Today
5 days ago
- Gulf Today
Ryanair's profit more than doubled in April
Ryanair's net profit more than doubled in its April-June quarter on higher-than-expected last-minute fares and the timing of the Easter holidays, while bookings for rest of the summer are 'robust', Europe's largest low-cost carrier said on Monday. The Irish airline, Europe's largest by passenger numbers, said it was not seeing a negative trend of later-than-normal bookings reported by some rivals. 'Across the piece, bookings are good,' Chief Financial Officer Neil Sorahan said, describing consumer confidence as 'very strong.' Shares in the airline were up 6.5 per cent at 24.58 euros at 0725 GMT, just below the all-time high of 24.98 recorded on July 8. Ryanair reported a net profit of 820 million euros ($953 million) for its first quarter, which ended on June 30, up from 360 million euros in the same period last year when Easter was in March - and up from 663 million in the same period of 2023, the last time Easter was in April. A Ryanair poll of analysts had expected 716 million euros. Average fares rose 21% in the quarter, more than recovering the 15% fall recorded in the period last year. In the July-September quarter, when European airlines make most of their profit, Ryanair expects to recover 'almost all' of the 7 per cent fare decline seen last year, when it was hit by weak consumer sentiment and a dispute with some online travel agents. In June, Ryanair forecast that 'some of' the 7 per cent would be recovered. Asked about recent commentary from British low-cost rivals EasyJet and Jet2 that customers were booking later, Sorahan said: 'We're not seeing those kind of trends at all.' Rivals are likely seeing a negative impact from the resolution of Ryanair's dispute with online travel agents, he said. Reuters