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If you’re someone with a competitive streak then this is another perfect addition to your first dates around the UAE list. And best believe, there’s a great board cafe scattered around every emirate of the country. One such vibe-y space is Hive. It’s got down the whole moody interiors and great collection of games to a T. And it’s the perfect way to get to know each other as well.

Where: Ground Floor, Burj Vista Residence, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Boulevard, Downtown Dubai
Contact: @thesixcafe

Okay this one is on top of our list of things to experience as well. Building a LEGO set doesn’t require a fixed destination – you can have this cutesy little date by the beach or park or even an at home kind of date. It’s just a great way to converse about anything and everything in between whilst you build away. The real magic happens when you build them for one another and swap at the end. Whether you’re assembling a tiny racing car or a colorful bouquet that will never wither, you’re literally building your first memory together, brick by brick.

Okay this is actually romantic. Yes, we’ve said that to nearly every single one of them but Umm Al Quwain’s Floté cinema by Machia Vellii is one that definitely needs to be on your list. As the season is headed towards a more cooler evenings, the perfect opportunity presents for doing movie nights outdoors. Due to open in November, Floté ‘s prime location and setting is what classifies it as the ideal spot for a first date in the UAE.

Where: Floté by Machia Vellii, Alnaifah, Emirate of Umm Al Quwain,
Contact: @machia.vellii

No, it’s not a regular dinner, but one that comes with a view. Also one that sets the tone on what romantic dinners are supposed to be like. Ce La Vi at Address Sky View is the perfect date night spot for when you’re looking to do traditional dates. Perched 54 floors above Dubai’s most glamourous part of town, the place gives you unrivalled views of the Burj Khalifa and features a great outdoor terrace area as well. But, that’s not all what makes this special. The venue transforms into a high-energy space as the evening progresses, which means you also get to dance the night away to their electrifying playlist.

Where: Cé La Vi, Address Sky View, Downtown Dubai
Contact: @celavidubai

sometimes a simple date truly does the trick, and one of them is taking the express highway across the country. The destination is totally up to you. All you need is great playlist, a few snacks, and you have great amount of time to converse about anything and nearly everything. Our recommendation would be a little trip to Hatta. Not only does it have great views but you also have a variety of options to do around there, which include: hiking, kayaking or just simply stopping by for the views.

Where: Hatta, Dubai 
Contact: @visithatta

Another great ice breaker would a little creative sesh at the Sketch Art Cafe. Doesn’t matter if you’re a seasoned artist or hilariously horrible at drawing  – this is guaranteed to get the ball rolling on endless conversations and laughter.

Where: Sketch Art Cafe, Boxpark, Jumeirah, Dubai 
Contact: @sketchartcafe

A fun date day at Global Village

Does anything really beat a classic fair date? It’s got it all – a great lineup of food stalls, fun games (where you can win a little prize for your date), thrilling rides and if you’re feeling a little more adventurous then perhaps, a haunted house to brave together. And not to mention, it’s also a trip around the globe in a less literal sense. It’s just the whole package – and a guaranteed space where you won’t run out of things to talk about.

Where: Global Village, Wadi Al Safa
Contact:  @globalvillageuae

Race around the tracks of Dubai Kartdome

Fun dates are truly the way to go, if you’re looking to break the ice. And moreover, you don’t always need to a reserve a spot at the fanciest table in the city to converse over – you can save those for another day. You can be competitive with your partner and still call it a date – and in this case we are referring to racing around the tracks of Dubai Kartdrome with your significant other.

Where: Dubai Kartdrome, Dubai Motor City
Contact:@dubaikartdrome

If you couldn’t tell already, we’ve reached a flow state with referencing movies on this article and cannot stop. And if you’re a history enthusiast or perhaps even a bit of an art fanatic, then this is just the place you need to head to for your first date. It’ll give you plenty to talk about – the history of antiquities, art and artists, landscape and even architecture. If anything this could an intellectually stimulating date.

Where:  Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi
Contact: @louvreabudhabi

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