Dubai is fun for the whole family! Take your family to a desert safari and try to sand-board across the dunes, ride on camels and enjoy a traditional meal. If you prefer to stay in town, then check out the spectacular Dubai Fountain with your children at the feet of the tallest building in the world, Burj Khalifa. Or visit leisure districts like City Walk or La Mer, where you can go shopping, while the children enjoy themselves in Hub Zero, The Green Planet or on the beach! Are you into theme parks? Then visit IMG Worlds of Adventures and Dubai Parks and Resorts. Want to treat your family to something truly special? Take them for a night out to Dubai's resident theatre show, La Perle.
Want to sunbathe in the winter? It's possible in Dubai! There's a nice temperature throughout the year, although it can get quite hot in the summer. And that's why Dubai is a popular winter destination. Breathe in the pure air from the sea while enjoying a walk on the walkway that stretches from Kite Beach to Sunset Beach. From here you have astonishing views of the famous Burj Al Arab hotel. Up for some adventure? Find a cool place at some of the most spectacular attractions, for example at Aquaventure and Wild Wadi Water Park. If you want to shop and dine while your kids play on the sand, check out Dubai's newest beachside district, La Mer.
The people of Dubai is proud of its history and heritage. It's a must to visit the famous Jumeirah Mosque and Dubai Museum, an 18th-century fort that has been restored to its former glory. Explore the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood and discover its wind towers, pay a visit to Dubai Creek's latest seaside district, Al Seef, and then visit Sheikh Mohammed Centre for Cultural Understanding (SMCCU) – learn about Emirati traditions and the Emirati cuisine which offers a variety of local delicacies, from meat-based rice dishes to special desserts.
There's always something going on in Dubai! Are you into sports? What about the Beach Polo Cub Dubai? If you want to learn about local sports activities, visit the Al Marmoom Heritage Festival (famous camel race), or the Al Gaffa Traditional 60ft Dhow Race. Do you have more of an artistic spirit? Then visit the Dubai Opera, the World Art Dubai, the Dubai International Film Festival or the Dubai Jazz Festival. If you are a foodie, the Dubai Food Festival is perfect for you. Fitness fans will enjoy the Dubai Marathon or the Spinneys Dubai Cycling Challenge, both of which take place annually.
Feel the thrill of a freefall! Sky dive at 13,000 feet above the ground over the Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina. Ride an Arabian horse in the desert or rock up with your golf clubs and tee off in the middle of the night. Not adventurous enough? Then head to the desert and take a tour ride in a 4x4 Range Rover, admiring the beauty of the desert while your vehicle drives up and down Dubai's pristine sand dunes. After the trek across the sand, stop at a camp for a camel ride and photo opportunities, and end the day with a barbecue in the desert.
With more than 95 malls, shopping opportunities are plentiful. Dubai is a paradise for shopaholics. Discover The Dubai Mall, Ibn Battuta, Mall of the Emirates, City Walk and many others. If you'd like to get some good bargains, then visit Dubai's souks (markets) in Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood. For a more contemporary interpretation of the traditional souks, visit Souk Al Bahar or Souk Madinat Jumeirah.
Dubai is home to some of the most luxurious spas in the world. Luxe and tradition blend harmoniously in many hammmams in Dubai and a visit to the spa is a weekly business for the locals. Get pampered and get rejuvenated at Talise Spa, Spa Cordon, ShuiQi Spa and many more!
From traditional Arabic street food or desert barbecues to five star restaurants of international chefs, Dubai has a lot to offer when it comes to culinary experiences. For local cuisine, you can visit Al Fanar. Or, for an experience unlike any other, visit the world's tallest restaurant At.Mosphere, where you can enjoy a beautiful view from the Burj Khalifa's 122nd floor.