How to Have a Fun-Filled Family Experience in Dubai

Dubai is a city that presents an array of engrossing experiences for visitors; in this metropolis, you will have the opportunity to enjoy amazing shopping, natural wonders, cultural highlights, theme parks, entertainment and leisure options, and more. If you happen to be visiting this city with your family, you will be pleased to know that numerous attractions appeal to visitors of all ages and provide the captivating experiences described below. 

Spend time at the beaches 

Along Dubai’s picturesque shoreline, you will find a number of outstanding beaches that are suitable for families. Irrespective of whether you seek exciting activities and useful amenities or just a spot where your kids can frolic in safety, the local seashores will not disappoint. At these beaches, you will find playgrounds, areas with shade, water sports opportunities, cafes and other facilities that you may need. Kite Beach and JBR Beach are two of the well-known local beaches. Al Mamzar Beach Park is another highlight offering picnic areas, playgrounds, food stalls, changing rooms and showers for visitors. Meanwhile, you should also consider staying at a Palm Jumeirah hotel beside a pristine shoreline for plenty of fun in the sun, sand and surf.

Go banana boating 

There are many exciting water sports to be experienced in Dubai and one of the simplest and most enjoyable is banana boating; older children would be able to join you in this thrilling and light-hearted water activity. All that you need to do is to fasten your lifejacket, seat yourself on the banana-shaped inflatable and hold on. The driver of the motorboat towing you will do the rest, gathering speed and executing sudden twists and turns for your entertainment! An accommodation choice to consider which offers this water sport and other fun activities for families is the appealingly located Anantara The Palm Dubai Resort. 

Enjoy Aquaventure Waterpark 

In the sunny climate of Dubai, it is always a pleasant experience to cool off and relax at one of the appealing waterparks to be found here. One of the finest of these is the outstanding Aquaventure Waterpark on Palm Jumeirah which is counted amongst the largest and most exciting waterparks in the region. As you might expect, there are a host of enjoyable features of interest here including a multitude of exhilarating water slides and rides like the 'Leap of Faith', while other attractions offer more laidback fun as well.

Experience the attractions of Dubai Mall 

When it comes to indoor activities in this city, a not-to-be-missed highlight is enjoying the family-friendly features of the famed Dubai Mall. This vast mall is undoubtedly a marvellous environment for shopaholics but it also presents other entertainment opportunities. You may take the opportunity to go ice skating with your kids at the Dubai Ice Rink. An attraction of a rather different kind is the Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo which provides spellbinding marine life encounters. Another absorbing feature is the VR Park where your family members could enjoy mesmerizing virtual reality experiences. 

Take a desert safari 

Your exploration of the things to see and do in Dubai wouldn’t be complete without undertaking an exciting desert safari. On one of these safaris, you could go dune bashing which involves being driven across the sand dunes at speed in a four-wheel-drive vehicle. Other satisfying activities that you could take part in during your visit to the desert are riding recreational vehicles like dune buggies and quad bikes. You may also go sandboarding and camel riding, and enjoy typical culinary delights as well as local entertainment such as belly dancing. 

Get to know the local culture 

Your family visit to the city should undoubtedly include absorbing cultural experiences; you may take the opportunity to make your way to Dubai Creek where you could undertake a memorable abra (a traditional boat) ride. You may also explore the local souks (traditional marketplaces) such as the Spice Souk and Perfume Souk, which would enthral and delight both adults and children. You will be amazed by the entrancing spices, souvenirs and perfumes to be found there. Older children may even try out their bargaining skills with friendly vendors during your visit which will be a fun experience.