Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi.
Yas Marina, Abu Dhabi.

5 things to do today: Enjoy summer events at Yas Marina, or see Summer Highlights art exhibition in Dubai



Enjoy a variety of summer events at Yas Marina. Year-round attractions, such as the kids' playground, musical water fountain, seven restaurants and watersports fun, will continue, plus Kids' Film Fridays returns tomorrow at 7pm and Family Gala Day at Stars 'N' Bars is on Saturday from 1pm, with more events to come. At Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, 02 657 5460, www.yasmarina.ae

See Summer Highlights, a showcase of works by 10 international artists who have exhibited at Cuadro Fine Art Gallery in the past year, including Aidan Salakhova whose artwork is shown above. From 10am to 8pm, Cuadro Fine Art Gallery, Building 10, DIFC Gate Village, Dubai, 04 425 0400, www.cuadroart.com

Book a cruise to explore the sea and islands along the coast of Abu Dhabi with Capt Tony's in July and August. All children ages 12 and under go free with a minimum of two paying adults on board. Families can spend the day on pristine beaches and the Capt Tony's team is happy to share their knowledge of the local culture and environment. Call 02 650 7175 or visit www.captaintonys.ae

Buy two main courses and get another one free at Jones the Grocer in Al Safa, Dubai, until Monday. The Al Safa location is open 24 hours, seven days a week and there is a play area for supervised kids and plenty of parking. Or enjoy a business lunch of two courses and lemonade from noon to 2.30pm for Dh65 on weekdays at all locations. More information at www.jonesthegrocer.com

Learn golf or keep your game sharp with Abu Dhabi Golf Institute and Saadiyat Beach Golf Academy. The Ramadan Package includes four 30-minute sessions, bottled water and towels, a shaded canopy and a one-month membership to the Golf Institute and Golf Academy, plus you can bring a friend for no extra charge. For Dh750, Saturday to July 28, www.sbgolfclub.ae

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