EDITOR’S NOTE

The end of summer signals a fresh start for the UAE. As temperatures begin to drop, events season kicks off, visitors arrive in larger numbers and the city comes to life with a range of new experiences for everyone.

The emirates’ action-packed calendar is no different this year with a slew of new openings, events, activities and festivals set for the season – but not without extra precautions and public health measures in place to deliver a safe experience in the midst of the pandemic.

World Art Dubai kicked off art season in the city last month, paving the way for other art fairs to make a comeback, such as Dubai Design Week, which is set to take place from November 9 to 14. Turn to page 24 to learn more.

Moving on to the season’s biggest sporting fixture, the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix returns to the UAE capital in December. For the first time in history, this iconic race will take place behind closed doors, yet it promises a thrilling finale to the 2020 season of racing with all eyes set on Lewis Hamilton as he attempts to match retired racer Michael Schumacher’s record of seven Formula 1 wins. We have all the details on page 38.

Turning our focus to luxury, German watchmaker A. Lange & Söhne steals the spotlight with a new showcase on page 42, launched as a tribute to the brand’s founder in commemoration of the maison’s 175-year anniversary. Our much-awaited Fall/Winter 2020 fashion edit from page 48 onwards will then provide plenty of inspiration for your next shopping spree.

Finally, for foodies, the emirate’s dining scene has welcomed new names during the last few months and if some have missed your radar, we’ve remedied that from page 56 onwards.

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Let isha Pereira