Summer is here, the heat is up but the annual escape is on hold for some! Many people in the UAE are looking much closer to home for their summer holiday this year, and staycations and weekend getaways at hotels and resorts across the Emirates will be in high demand. One hidden gem is undoubtedly the Mysk Kingfisher Retreat in Sharjah, part of the luxurious Sharjah Collection curated by Mysk Hotels and a real glamper’s…
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Getting that glow is perhaps the most popular request I get from my bridal clients. And my number one answer for getting it right is always the same –perfect your skincare routine, ensuring it suits your skin type and concerns. A good skincare routine will change everything and make for a better makeup application. A great way to step into a good routine is by adding a monthly (4-6 week) facial treatment from a licensed…
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Here at BCME, we are always excited to test drive a new beauty salon on behalf of our wonderful readers and brides to be. So we were thrilled to be invited to experience some signature treatments at luxury, VIP salon José Eber La Loge. La Loge, founded by Reem Abou Samra, is a favourite amongst locals, expats and high-profile clientele alike.  Reem Abou Samra You may be wondering though, who is the man behind the…
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If you’ve lived in Dubai for long enough you’ve probably experienced the odd visa run, or two, in your time. But have you ever checked out the JA Hatta Fort Hotel located amidst the majestic Hajar Mountains in the heart of Hatta… Not only does this renovated hotel offer everything you could possibly need for a relaxing, romantic staycation, it also offers a number of different venues for weddings and private events. And for the…
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All Brides to Be at some point in the run up to their big day will experience some level of pre-wedding stress…And if you’re a Bride who didn’t experience any stress at all, please get in touch immediately and share your secret!! … It doesn’t matter how big or small your wedding may be, the location, how much or how little help you have, or even your budget, organising the biggest day of your life…
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When there’s no holiday on the agenda during the scorching hot summer months in the UAE, a mini staycation or two is always a welcome alternative! So when The Atlantis Dubai, The Palm invited my family and I to experience their hospitality for a few nights, I jumped at the chance to experience one of the most famous, iconic resorts in the UAE based on the concept of the mythical lost underwater city, (known for…
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Did you know that Le Méridien Dubai Hotel & Conference Centre is the proud owner of Dubai’s biggest ballroom? This is great news for brides-to-be who are planning a large, lavish wedding. During the summer, BCME’s Assistant Editor and her husband were given the chance to spend a night at this hotel, which, despite its convenient proximity to the airport, is not an airport hotel. Read on to find out more about the hotel, including…
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It may seem counter-intuitive to visit a hot yoga studio during Dubai’s already far-too-hot summer months, but bear with us! DRYP is one of the newest (and hottest) Yoga spots in Dubai Marina, so our Assistant Editor Rachael went along to try out a class, from the point of view of a bride-to-be who wants to get fit for her wedding in a calm, relaxing environment. My invitation to try a class at DRYP came…
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Last month, our Editorial Contributor Peta had the honour of being asked to represent Bride Club ME on a press trip to the beautiful Mediterranean island of Malta. Malta Tourism Authority and the Consulate General of Malta Dubai kindly invited Bride Club ME to explore Malta, Gozo, and Comino as a wedding and honeymoon destination for UAE residents. Having never been to Malta before, Peta was thrilled to have the opportunity to visit somewhere she…
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We all know that as a woman if there’s one day you pray for flawless skin, it’s on your wedding day! But how can you guarantee that stunning bridal glow? BCME’s Editorial Contributor Peta was given the chance to review the Foreo Luna 2, a pocket-sized beauty tool that promises cleaner, firmer, fresher and more radiant skin in just a matter of weeks. Find out what Peta thought below… About the Foreo Luna 2 The Foreo…
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