Four Seasons Dubai Reveals Why Ramadan is the Best Time to Travel to the City

Ramadan most often arrives in the spring months, when Dubai is bathed in warm light,  clear skies, and evenings unfold in gentle calm. It is a time when the city reveals a different rhythm. The energy softens without fading. Roads feel lighter, gatherings feel more intentional, and hospitality takes on deeper meaning. For travellers, this is when Dubai feels both expansive and intimate at once.

At Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach, the experience begins in The Majlis, set within the palm fringed Dana Garden along the shores of Jumeirah Beach. Beneath the open sky, iftars are served in a setting designed for connection. Each year carries a dedicated theme, and in 2026 the concept is Hikayat, a tribute to storytelling.

Inspired by historic majlis gatherings where poets, philosophers and travellers exchanged ideas, shaping conversations across generations, the setting reimagines those timeless circles for the Holy Month. Even for guests who are not observing Ramadan, The Majlis offers a meaningful way to experience the culture of the region. Tables glow with saffron rice, roasted lamb, and pistachio desserts as live traditional entertainment enriches the evening. The atmosphere invites conversation to linger and stories to unfold naturally, offering a window into the generosity and togetherness that defines the season.

Across the resort, lanterns echo traditions dating back centuries, when streets were illuminated to mark the arrival of Ramadan. This symbolism of light as unity and guidance is reflected in a special Ramadan Cake created by Chef Nicolas Lambert, capturing the warmth of evenings shaped by gathering and glow in a single elegant creation.

At The Pearl Spa & Wellness Jumeirah, the spirit of the month is expressed through scent and ritual. Rooted in the Arabian tradition of welcoming guests with oud, the spa presents a Ramadan experience centred on intention and care. Guests are invited to add a personal wish to a human height Intention Tree, contributing to a shared installation that grows throughout the month.

The signature ritual begins with rosewater and dates, followed by an oud infused foot scrub and massage designed to soothe and restore. Warm towels and traditional tea conclude the experience, offering a quiet moment aligned with the reflective tone of the season.

In the financial district, Four Seasons Hotel Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) reflects the same softened rhythm. Walkable DIFC streets and smoother city flow make exploration feel effortless, whether discovering Old Dubai’s historic quarters or strolling along the waterfront at a short car trip’s reach.

Evenings unfold at MINA Brasserie with refined iftars that reinterpret tradition through contemporary elegance. As night deepens, suhoor continues against the shimmering Dubai skyline, accompanied by the gentle sound of oud. At Penrose Lounge, the city lights stretch outward as conversations linger, offering a setting that feels both vibrant and serene.

Ramadan in spring allows Dubai to be experienced differently. The city remains luminous and dynamic, yet the tempo shifts. Evenings are centred around the table. Lanterns glow across gardens and terraces. The call to prayer settles gently over the skyline. There is space to walk, to gather, and to observe traditions that have shaped the region for generations.

At Four Seasons Dubai, this balance between vitality and stillness is expressed through setting and hospitality. From iftars beneath the palms at The Majlis to skyline suhoors accompanied by oud in the heart of the city, the Holy Month offers travellers something rare; the opportunity to see Dubai not only as a global metropolis, but as a place deeply rooted in story, ritual and shared generosity.

And that is what makes Ramadan one of the most compelling times to visit.

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