How to Plan a Memorable Ladies Day in Abu Dhabi
The time-honored tradition of ladies’ night has and will continue to be an anticipated event. In Abu Dhabi and elsewhere in the UAE, this modern practice has its roots in a fun night out when only women get free drinks and complimentary meals.
These days, however, that most welcome tradition has extended to other activities where women receive the royal treatment (apart from freebies).
From Night to Day
Amazing deals and exclusive discounts still drive the concept behind ladies night in Abu Dhabi. But “ladies’ night” can take many forms, from lounging by the pool ‘til sundown and sipping cocktails, or sitting around in pajamas drinking hot cocoa with the girls. So you can look
beyond the typical ladies’ night specials at clubs or bars.
You can even turn a girls’ night out into a ladies’ day if your evenings are absolutely reserved for staying home with the family.
With ladies’ day, you have more options for activities, and even better, more time to spend with your favorite all-female crew.
Planning a Day With the Ladies
Here’s how to plan one memorable day with your beloved girl friends.
Find a date that works for everyone.
The most challenging aspect to organizing a ladies’ day is making sure everyone can make it. Some of your friends or family members may be coming into the city from abroad for only a few days; they may have a limited window to see you. Others might have previous appointments or are heavily engaged at work.
Think about everyone’s schedule and agree on a date by offering multiple options. Whichever date is most convenient for more people will be the one everybody marks on their calendars.
Consider the distance.
You all have a day to spend with each other, so you don’t want to use up too much time driving. Consider a few spots that might allow everyone to “meet in the middle.”
If, for example, you all decide to visit a theme park, look up multiple theme park offers that will not only save everyone money but also time from traveling. These offers tend to bundle places that are in proximity to each other; you might just have to walk instead of drive to the next park.
Yas Island Abu Dhabi is a perfect destination for ladies’ day since the leisure island offers plenty of attractions, so your group doesn’t have to go far to find fun things to do.
Think about what everyone wants to do.
Does everyone want to ride roller coasters and do water slides? Or would some women in your group prefer a more subdued activity that involves a massage? Maybe other ladies want something even more exciting, like indoor skydiving.
Check in with everyone about potential activities for the day. Short list similar ones and put those to a vote. This way, everyone has an input.
Alternatively, suggest the idea of going with a theme for the day, from brunch and shopping to fitness and spa day.
Don’t plan on your own — share the load.
It’s fun to get the ladies together. But organizing everyone’s schedules and finding the right venues for the chosen activities can be overwhelming. It can be a two- to three-person job.
Ask for help. Who’s excellent at finding the best restaurants and making reservations for a big group? Who can make sure everyone gets to the destination? Who can help you make a schedule for the day?
Talk about your plans for your day out together. Distribute the task of organizing. With a few of you arranging schedules and planning logistics, the day will feel a lot more enjoyable for everyone.
Leave room for downtime.
A day filled with thrilling activities scheduled one after the other may not work for everyone. After all, people eventually get tired and need time to relax.
So, you’ll want your ladies’ day to have space for downtime. You’ll want moments when everyone can just sit together and share stories over tea or coffee.
Have a backup plan.
What happens when a brunch reservation doesn’t work out for whatever reason? What if one of the cars breaks down while you’re all on the road to a favorite spot? The unexpected can happen, but it doesn’t have to put a damper on your fun day out with the ladies.
Try to arrange a backup plan for whatever could delay your schedule. If you’re not certain about a brunch reservation, check dining options that are nearby. Have a chauffeur service or tow truck service on standby if you’re driving out of the city.
Be flexible with the schedule.
Finally, be flexible. You’ll find the day goes even better when you’re not tied down to a rigid schedule. If you all spot an event or cultural attractions that looks like a lot of fun but it’s not on your itinerary, change it up.
Sometimes, unscheduled activities can make your time with the ladies even more memorable.