Saint Tropez Brunch

Riviera-inspired vibes wash up on Nikki Beach.

Chances are, when you hear the words ‘Nikki Beach’ you think of lavish, lively pool parties, as Dubai’s beautiful people get down, perhaps accompanied by a blow-up swan or two. And, most of the time, you’d be right – those guys do love a pool-based party, not to mention a blow up sit on bird. But away from the splashing and the inflatable frolicking, Nikki Beach’s Saint Tropez brunch is a more laid back affair.

Hosted at Café Nikki, the aim here is South of France, with chic, whitewashed furnishings, and views that sweep out across the pool deck, and down to the beach. The pumping DJ sets found over at the beach club are gone; replaced by a softer, subtler playlist. Tranquillity rules.