Create Unforgettable Family Experiences In Dubai This Winter!
With mind-blowing theme parks, world-class shopping, exquisite dining and exciting entertainment, and mysterious deserts, Dubai is an ideal vacation destination for families.
Brimming with an ever-growing repertoire of activities to suit every taste and budget, families looking forward to a memorable trip can expect to get what they have come for. Experience a wonderful family vacation that’s like no other!
According to hotel booking site Agoda.com’s ‘Family Travel Trends 2018’ research, spending quality time with the family is the biggest driver for Asians, including Singaporeans and Malaysians. The research also found that both Singaporean and Malaysian families, on average, went on three to four trips each year. With the winter holidays fast approaching, what better way to create fun and memorable holiday moments than to visit Dubai.
Here’re some ideas of things to do and places to go…
Ride into a fascinating world of adventure at Dubai’s theme parks
Few things can compare with an amusement park for an unforgettable family outing. At Dubai Parks and Resorts, have a whale of a time. With over 100 incredible indoor and outdoor rides and attractions across three theme parks, MOTIONGATE Dubai, Bollywood Parks Dubai, Legoland® Dubai and Legoland® Waterpark, the attraction is the go-to place for a memorable experience.
Bringing imagination to life 365 days every year, IMG Worlds of Adventure lets visitors live and re-live their favourite animations. Designed for families with children to spend quality time, the city’s (and world’s largest –really!) indoor theme park promises an exciting day out. Built around four exciting zones, Cartoon Network, MARVEL, IMG Boulevard and the Lost Valley –Dinosaurs Adventure, the theme park takes visitors through an animated adventure.
A theme park for all ages, Aquaventure Waterpark, the largest of several waterparks in Dubai is also home to record-breaking rides and attractions. Plus,it is also one of the world’s top waterparks! With rides like the 27.5-meter Leap of Faith plunge and the region’s longest zipline, the Aquaventure Waterpark promises visitors an adrenaline-pumping experience. Visitors can also swim with sharks, hand-feed Cownose stingrays, play with dolphins, splash around in the lazy river or relax at the spa.
Offering a variety of pulsating water rides, slides and activities, Wild Wadi Waterpark, one of the world’s best, is themed around the classic Arabian folk character, Juha. Featuring 30 rides and attractions, including the ever-popular Jumeirah Sceirah, Burj Surj, Tantrum Alley, and Wipeout and Riptide Flowriders, visitors are guaranteed a wet and wild time under the sun!
Glampin the desert and enjoy a host of Emirati activities
Love camping but also fancy the comfort of resorts? Look no further than Platinum Heritage and Arabian Adventures. Dubai’s beautiful and cosy desert camps offer families a new way to travel, see nature, immerse in the destination’s culture and to bond with each other. Ride a camel like a professional rider and watch the world go by. Dune bash in a 4X4 and feel the desert wind in your face. Board on a hot air balloon and traverse Dubai’s mysterious yet alluring desert. Try sand surfing from dune to dune on a wake board. Savour classic Emirati fares and drinks over traditional music and dances.
Enjoy an encounter with wildlife in Dubai
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or intrepid explorer, Dubai has plenty in store for wildlife enthusiasts and nature lovers. Home to the city’s most exotic wildlife, Dubai Safari Park is the best place to be to revel in an astounding number of wildlife. The park is divided into three sections, Asian Village, African Village and Open Safari Village, and recreates the different habitats suitable for its varied and unique wildlife, including 2,500 animals from over 250 different species from around the world. See the oryx, gazelle and Gordon’s wildcat up close –you won’t find these animals anywhere else except in Arabia!
Transport yourself into the enchanting rainforest when you set foot in The Green Planet. Filled with flora, fauna, animals and reptiles, this bio-dome takes visitors through four storeys of immersive discovery, starting with the flooded forest tunnel. At the Canopy or Tree House level, revel in the rainforest’s resplendent beauty. Interesting wildlife species like the sugar glider, sloth, toucan and the rainbow boa are waiting for you to meet and greet them.
Bask in the glorious rays of the sun at Dubai’s beaches
Visit Dubai’s beaches for a perfect family beach day. Promising visitors’ laid back beach side charm, La Mer is the city’s latest beachfront district and a must-see. Replete with views of the city skyline and the Arabian Gulf, the district is a great place to enjoy pure relaxation. For a picture-perfect shot of the iconic Burj Al Arab, head to Sunset Beach, where the view of the world’s most luxurious hotel is a favourite for photos and “wefies”.
Other beautiful beaches that’re great for families include: The Beach at JBR, a chill place to rent sunbeds, daybeds or cabanas and enjoy a camel ride; Black Palace Beach, nicknamed as this because it’s located next to several of Royal palaces; Al Mamzar Beach Park, an oasis of fun with landscaped playgrounds and lush barbeque areas; and Kite Beach, named after the many kite surfers that have made this stretch of sand their own.
Book Flights and Accommodations with the Visit Dubai app!
It’s no secret that the earlier you plan your trip, the more affordable your holiday tends to be. Of course, the best time to book your winter trip is now. With the Visit Dubai mobile phone app, travellers can search, compare and book affordable airfares and accommodations from the city’s airlines, travel agents and hotels. Available on both Apple and Android, make the most of your Dubai trip with this app.
Also available for download is Dubai Calendar app, a free resource that lets residents and visitors dive straight into the heart of the city and discover upcoming events and offerings! With an average of 150 events listed at any one time, and 35 new events added each week, Dubai Calendar is an all access pass to events in the city. Tickets can be bought quickly and securely through the app’s purchasing platform. – Travel Feeder
About The Author
Cecil Lee
The author is an avid traveler and photography hobbyist who loves to share with others his travel and photo-taking experience in many popular tourist destinations around Europe, Asia and Australasia. Read the exciting stories with many photos captured on his journeys.
