Dubai is fast becoming the choicest travel city globally. It is safe to assume that everyone actually wants to visit Dubai at least once during their lifetime. What has suddenly transformed the once desert city to peoples dream holiday destination? A lot has changed and it is no exaggeration to put the city closely behind rows of leading destinations like New York, London, Paris and the likes.
From Adventures to family offerings, world class shopping, incredible accommodations and delicious cuisine, everything you can imagine and more is readily available in Dubai.
If you are travelling with family, there are so many options of the fun activities available all over the city to make the trip a life-time reference. Visit, kidzania, an award-winning concept designed as an ‘adult experience’ scaled down in size. It is an ‘edutainment’ complex complete with paved streets, buildings and a functioning economy which provides a window of watching the kids play grown up, taking on jobs from firemen, chefs and doctors to hosting a radio show, flying an Emirates plane or creating their very own perfume.
Perhaps, you want to take your kids to see the desert from the back of a horse for an unforgettable memory of Dubai. At Al Sahra Desert Resort, you can even take an Arabian Culture Tour which explains the Bedouin lifestyle which once reigned in this area.
While the Kidsonly programme at One&Only Royal Mirage showcases a daily supervised programmes that are adopted to specific ages ranging from 4 to 11 with activities including, camel riding; hanna painting, belly dancing, sand sculpturing, evening Arabian camping and more.
Splash alongside one of nature’s friendliest mammals at Dolphin Bay in Atlantis, The Palm. Swimmers of all ages and capabilities are encouraged to connect with the sociable sea dwellers. At the end of the day, don’t be surprised if the kids claim they’ve made a new best friend!
101 Dining Lounge and Bar
Likewise, kids and adults are in store for some challenging fun on over 100 interconnected trampolines. Little ones can somersault their heart out at Mini Bounce while older kids practice their dunk in the basketball hoops and bounce off The Wall. There is also the option to cool off in the Wild Wadi Waterpark with over 30 attractions perfect for the entire family. Ride a water roller coaster, take the plunge down gravity-defying slides, or simply float on the lazy river and admire the stunning Burj Al Arab. Younger visitors get to enjoy in a dedicated area complete with small slides, climbing frames and dumping buckets, designed for their convenience.
Is shopping your reason for visiting Dubai? The world’s largest mall, The Dubai Mall has something for everyone, including an Olympic-sized ice skating rink, and the Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. Under one massive roof, you’ll find 1,000-plus retailers, including high-street favourites such as Topshop and Zara, and department stores such as Bloomingdale’s and Galeries Lafayette. Luxury labels find their home on Fashion Avenue, a section of the mall dedicated to high-end designers like Chanel, Lanvin and Elie Saab, with the nearby Level Shoe District occupied by brands such as Christian Louboutin, Fendi and Dior.
Find peace and tranquillity across the very many city’s beaches as the crystal clear waters of the Arabian Gulf are always in focus in Dubai, even from the soaring skyscrapers of Sheikh Zayed. You can spend a full day in and out of the water on Kite Beach, get your selfie in front of Burj Al Arab or enjoy being pampered at one of the iconic beach clubs, which fringe the Palm Jumeirah. You’ll find that’s where the activity is at, too, from kite surfing and paddle boarding to running along the 14km green cushioned running track along Jumeirah Corniche. Sun, sand, blue skies and even bluer water – find the perfect beach for you.
With year-round sun and a dramatic combination of both the desert and beach, Dubai is the perfect setting to be swept away by high-adrenaline activities. Rocket across the Arabian Gulf in a speedboat or roar along the circuit in a race car, skydive over Palm Jumeirah, ski around The World, paddleboard along the coast or swim with dolphins and sharks. You can even leave the city and dune bash in the desert or soar above the sand in a hot air balloon.
Sky dive Dubai
For foodies, Dubai is the perfect city to enjoy with that special someone. Numerous restaurants are scattered across the city. Don’t miss the idyllic 101 Dining Lounge and Bar, situated at One&Only hotel in Palm Jumeirah, for incredible views of the skyline right from the water. Choose from the restaurant’s selection of light Mediterranean-inspired bites in the open-air dining area as you gaze into the deep blue distance with your loved one.
Learn about Dubai’s rich culture which has historical elements ranging from Bedouin life with its traditional arts and crafts to ancient sites and archaeological finds. Dubai grew from Dubai Creek, which was a bustling port on the trade route between Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley. The beginnings of modern Dubai, which traces back to the 1830s, were led by the Al-Maktoum dynasty and the emirate grew from a small fishing village to the modern metropolis it is today. Travel back in time as the cultural sites paint a vivid picture of the city’s rich history.
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