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Long weekend alert!
Easter is around the corner and we're just as excited as you are for the much-awaited breather from work. Have you been wanting to break free from the mundane working from home life? Then this weekend is just the perfect time for you to take that short and affordable getaway! If you’re seeking to celebrate Easter and satiating your wanderlust cravings at the same time, then Dubai is just the place for you.
The pandemic has redefined the ‘normal’ and all kinds of celebrations, but Dubai on the other hand has fast-paced itself on the road to recovery. With more than half of the population now vaccinated, it certainly is the safest place to travel and bring-in a fun Good-Friday weekend filled with adventurous experiences, beautiful natural attractions and a dash of uber-luxury.
Without further ado, here’s a sneak-peak into the fun you can be indulging in the coming weekend in Dubai.
Treat the family to action-packed stays in these exotic properties:
For the budget-friendly vacay:
Enjoy a sunny escape at the newly opened Rove Hotel, located on the shores of cosmopolitan neighbourhood La Mer Dubai.
Immerse yourself in the opulence:
Enjoy a stay in a true icon of Dubai’s skyline and marvel at every last detail of this luxurious property, Burj Al Arab, that has redefined the meaning of exceptional hospitality.
For the adventurer in you:
A stunning beachfront destination, the five-star JA Beach Hotel is an ideal hotel, whether you are travelling with family, friends, as a couple or even for solo travellers.
Dubai Watersports Festival:
Punctuating every month of Dubai International Marine Club's nail-biting water-sporting that includes aqua biking (jet skiing) to moto surfing. The Dubai Watersports Festival is perfect for amateur water sportsmen to enhance their skills and gain new experience.
Dubai Food Festival:
Feast your way through the city's food scene during the annual Dubai Food Festival. Celebrating all things gastronomy, this delectable carnival highlights it all from delicious meals at fine dining restaurants to street food stops and hidden gems. Tuck into specially curated dining experiences with limited-edition menus, guided food tours, cooking masterclasses by top chefs and unforgettable themed feasts.
Conquer the dunes in a 4X4:
Go on an exhilarating off-road adventure in the middle of the desert. Take a four-wheel drive, an experienced driver, add some gigantic sand dunes, and let the fun begin! Sign up for the popular Dune Dinner Safari at Arabian Adventures, a convenient way to sample all that the desert has to offer.
Theme park thrills:
The line-up of theme parks at Dubai Parks and Resorts will keep your family entertained for days. Hollywood-inspired adventure land, MOTIONGATE Dubai, features 40 rides inspired by legendary action-packed animation films including The Ghostbusters, Shrek and The Hunger Games. Next door lies the world’s first Bollywood-themed theme park, Bollywood Parks, which also offers a power-packed day of fun-filled music, performances and rides.
