GERARD Pique seems to be trying to rescue his gentlemanly reputation by pulling out all the stops on a romantic trip with his new beau.
The ex-Barcelona ace, 36, was spotted romancing his girlfriend Clara Chia Marti, 24, as the controversial couple holidayed in Dubai.
The pair are believed to be enjoying their first loved-up holiday in the United Arab Emirates since they went public with their relationship.
Ironically, it is where Shakira sought solace with their two sons, Milan, nine, and Sasha, seven, over Christmas as their messy split unfolded.
Pique has reportedly spoiled his new woman by booking a luxury hotel and whisking her away to celebrate her recent birthday.
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The lovers were seen having fun at a luxury beach resort when eagle-eyed fans spotted a sweet gesture the dad-of-two had made.
A clip of the couple that circulated on social media initially shows Pique dressed in patterned shorts and a white t-shirt.
He seemingly apologises to a woman and child who appear to have asked him for a picture, which he is said to have politely declined.
Blonde Clara then walks into the shot, while clutching two giant red roses in her hand as she leaves the resort with her fella.
The PR student seemed impressed with Pique's romantic gift as she trotted through the crowds with them held firmly in her right hand.
But her holiday high is set to come crashing down with a bang after she and the retired footballer return to Spain at the end of the week.
Pique is set to leave his other half behind as he travels to Miami to visit his two kids following their relocation to the States.
Shakira ditched Barcelona for a fresh start in April, saying the trio were "starting a new chapter in the search for our happiness."
According to local media, Pique will spend ten days with the youngsters, as per the custody agreements.
The Colombian songstress doesn't seem phased that her ex is flying into town though - as she was spotted looking chic during a house hunt.
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Pictures showed the glam popstar hitting the affluent streets of Florida as she visited more than six prospective mansions.
A real estate agent was seen taking Shakira and her brother Tonino on the tour, with the whole party appearing to look in good spirits.
In another blow for Pique, her explosive diss track that he inspired will see her be crowned as Billboard's first Woman of The Year at their inaugural Latin Women in Music gala.
The brutal song "Sessions" currently holds the record for the most-streamed Latin track in 24 hours ever in Spotify's history.
It earned its stripes on YouTube as the most-viewed Latin track on YouTube in 24 hours with over 63 million views, as well as breaking 14 Guinness World Records.
Shakira will be honoured at the upcoming two-hour special, also known as Mujeres Latinas in la Música, alongside other Latina icons.
The former couple have been engaged in a bitter falling out since their high-profile split after 11 years last summer.
Since then, their dirty laundry has been aired globally as cheating rumours concerning Pique and Clara have swirled.
Shakira and her ex confirmed in November they finally reached a child custody agreement after a protracted negotiation, which came to a head with a marathon 12-hour meeting with their lawyers.
They signed the accord at a court in Barcelona the following month.
As part of the agreement, Pique will spend holiday time with his children.
Shakira’s wish to move to Miami, where she used to live and part of her family is based, is understood to have been the principal sticking point in their bitter custody battle.
