DUBAILAND Attractions Offer Sizzling Summer Deals

DUBAILAND, a Dubai Properties Group (DPG) destination, today announced a host of entertainment activities and summer deals at a number of its attractions.

To beat the heat this summer, Dubailand has put together an exciting array of activities for families comprising an exclusively Thai shopping experience at Dubai Outlet Mall, indoor sports activities including cricket camps for children at Dubai Sports City, laser tag and karting at the Dubai Autodrome, and children’s summer workshops at the Desert Ranch in Al Sahra Desert Resort.

The popular Dubai Outlet Mall is hosting a festival, ‘Amazing Thailand’, as part of the 2011 Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) theme from 1 – 31 July. The mall is decorated with ‘Thai’ elements to lend a festive ambience, while visitors are being offered the opportunity to experience Thai culture, entertainment and cuisine. Handicrafts and traditional merchandise that make for decorative knick knacks and memorabilia are also available at the mall.

Shopping at the Dubai Outlet Mall during DSS gives customers the opportunity to win daily shopping vouchers worth thousands of dirhams, in addition to exciting deals, discounts and offers, shoppers also stand a chance to win a trip for four to Bangkok every weekend on a minimum purchase of AED250.

Sports enthusiasts can expect to be busy this summer with a plethora of events lined up at Dubai Sports City which launched its first season of indoor cricket tournaments recently, and which is being played on a league basis. Winners of the tournament will take home a cash prize of AED4,000.

Additionally, a training camp in July will provide children between the ages of five to 14 years an opportunity to hone their skills in cricket. The summer camp initiative has been designed to introduce boys and girls to the game by using interactive programmes. .

Dubai Autodrome at Dubai Motor City has a thrilling line-up of activities for indoor family adventure. Adjacent to its outdoor karting track, is a state-of-the-art indoor complex features a challenging “under the roof” 500m track for indoor go-karting and also includes the Laserdrome – a “shoot ‘em up” laser tag game area built like a medieval castle starting from AED 90 per person.

The Desert Ranch is hosting a summer camp for the months of July and August for children between the ages of five to nine. The camp will offer a series of activities, including workshops on befriending and caring for animals, problem solving, creative tasks and team games. Held on Tuesdays from 7.00am – 12 noon, each session will be charged at AED250 per child.

Offering an array of stimulating activities throughout the season, Dubailand features among the leading destinations on every individual’s summer outing calendar.
 

Emaar Retail’s Leisure Attractions To Host A Summer Of Fun For Children At The Dubai Mall

Young ones will have the opportunity to enjoy a summer of fun and learning at The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination.

Emaar Retail LLC, a pioneer in innovative entertainment, leisure and retail concepts, is hosting special five-day summer camps that integrate fun with learning in some of the most popular leisure attractions in the city including At the Top, Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest observation deck with an outdoor terrace. Hosted for the second consecutive year, The Dubai Mall Summer Camp will be held from 9am to 3pm between July 3 and September 1, 2011.

Little ones aged from 7 years and above have the opportunity to take part in an attractive array of enhanced fun events and educational programmes as part of the camp held at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, Dubai Ice Rink, KidZania®, Reel Cinemas, SEGA Republic and the newly introduced addition to the camp, At the Top, Burj Khalifa.

The Camp will take the kids on a journey to KidZania® on day one; watching a movie at Reel Cinemas and ice skating at Dubai Ice Rink on day two; experiencing the marvels of the aquatic world at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo and touring At the Top, Burj Khalifa on day three; enjoying thrilling games and exciting rides at SEGA Republic on day four; and completing the programme with another day of fun-filled activities at KidZania® on the fifth day.

The Dubai Mall Summer Camp offers limited availability. For bookings, contact enquiries@thedubaiaquarium.com or call 04 4485200. Admission to the summer camp is priced at AED 600.

Gordon White, General Manager at Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, managed by Emaar Retail LLC, said: “The Dubai Mall Summer Camp, integrating all the leisure attractions of Emaar Retail, will be a novel educational experience for young ones. We are setting a new trend in summer camps with specially tailored programmes that offer children a refreshing fun experience. In addition to offering the thrills of adventure games, cinema and skating, the camps also open doors for unique insights into the aquatic world.”

Parents also have the option of enrolling their children for any of the individual summer camps hosted by Emaar Retail at its attractions. KidZania®, the first of its kind edutainment centre in the region, offering professional role-play experiences for visitors, will offer four unique workshops this summer that showcase children’s talent in various professions. These 5-day themed workshops culminate with a performance day open for parents on Day 5. All the themed workshops enhance the concept of education through fun and creativity. For bookings, contact 04 448 5222.

Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo’s Aquarist Programme promises ‘big adventures for little ones’. Children are offered the opportunity to gain a fascinating glimpse of behind-the-scenes action as an Aquarist, and discover the marvels of the marine world. The Junior Aquarists can meet a professional Aquarist, watch a shark feeding presentation, assist in feeding the aquatic animals and ride on a glass bottom boat. The Senior Aquarist experience also includes a cage snorkeling experience for closer encounters with over 33,000 aquatic animals in the aquarium. For reservations, call 04-448 5200 or email enquiries@thedubaiaquarium.com.

At the Olympic-size Dubai Ice Rink, the Summer on Ice programmes will be held again this year. Children can enroll for a four days Learn-to-Skate Programme for AED 750 and enjoy a month of skating for free. An Intensive four days Skate Camp is also being offered where children can master the ice with five levels of ice skating for AED 500 per level. Enrol for all levels at AED 1,750 and save AED 750. For details, call 04-448 5111 or email info@dubaiicerink.com.

At the Top, Burj Khalifa will offer children the opportunity to enjoy the amazing panoramic views and marvel at some of the world’s most inspiring architecture. They will also get a chance to experience a vast array of educational exhibits that touch on the making of Burj Khalifa, state of the art technology and exciting facts.

The Dubai Mall Summer Camp is one of the popular summer events for children, and was attended by several hundred young visitors last year. The emphasis of the camps on fun-based learning appeal to the young ones, and serve as a perfect alternative choice for parents to keep the children productively engaged during the holiday season.

Gulf Bike Week 2011 Promises Appealing Attractions For All

Bike enthusiasts and families can look forward to a line-up of activities that is sure to excite and entertain as the Gulf Bike Week stages an electrifying return from 10 to 12 February, 2011, at Dubai Festival City.

To be held under the patronage of His Excellency Mohammed Bin Sulayem, FIA Vice-President for Sport and President of the Automobile & Touring Club of the UAE (ATCUAE), Gulf Bike Week 2011 is organized by Clarion Events Middle East in partnership with Dubai Shopping Festival.

Besides a plethora of biking events, stunt shows, riding activities and the motorcycles themselves, this year’s edition of the Gulf Bike Week will feature Grammy award winning star singer Amy Winehouse. Also promised are other action-packed shows and activities for all the family, and performances from major international bands.

Additionally, a highlight of this year is the Charity Bike Ride – an essential part of Gulf Bike Week, which will bring together an exceptional community of individuals to help raise awareness for Autism. Motorcycle clubs from across the GCC will be coming to support this worthy cause. The ride is scheduled to take place on 11 February 2011, and well over 1,000 bikes are expected.

Super Moto racing, also referred to as Supermotard, has an elite collection of riders contending on both on-road and off-road tracks. The KTM Super Moto Live circuit during the Gulf Bike Week will see professional riders compete on a course specifically designed to highlight their skills. The competition, with a combination of speed, excitement and danger, is designed to draw gasps of awed amazement from the audience and unveil just one rider as the ultimate biker.

Integral to the Gulf Bike Week is the Red Bull FMX Stunt Area where spectators can witness incredible jumps and stunts. The participating high-flying daredevil bikers will thrill, excite and amaze the audience in the second Red Bull Freestyle Motocross by Red Bull.

Ibrahim Saleh, Festivals Coordinator General and Deputy CEO of Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment, said: “Gulf Bike Week incorporates several entertaining elements that make it a much-awaited event each year. We are delighted to partner with Gulf Bike Week in an event that will give motorbike enthusiasts, music lovers, and families three days of pure fun.”

Christopher Hudson, Managing Director, Clarion Events Middle East, said: “Gulf Bike Week will add to the atmosphere of excitement and enthusiasm created during Dubai Shopping Festival. It is the ideal place to showcase stellar performances to motorcycle enthusiasts and families from the UAE and across the Middle East.”

Gulf Bike Week, an affiliate of the AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building, welcomes anyone with a desire to build quality custom bikes to compete and showcase their skill, artistry, passion and genuine love for motorcycles. The winner will be given an opportunity to enter the winning custom bike into the AMD World Championship of Custom Bike Building at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally in the USA and compete against the best custom bike builders in the world.

The best local skateboarders and BMX riders will converge at the ‘Rage Zone’ in Dubai Festival City. Competing for action sports supremacy, these contestants will battle in a variety of divisions and age groups, creating a platform for a cross range of contenders. In addition, the Rage team will conduct skating clinics and demonstrations for action sports enthusiasts.

The much celebrated and acclaimed ‘in show’ Bike Park is once again to make a stunning appearance at the Gulf Bike Week. Set in the very heart of the show the ‘in show’ Bike Park is open to all motorcycle clubs from across the region and also to all individual bike owners who are not affiliated to a club.

The popular and customary musical finale to the Gulf Bike Week will be led by a performance by Grammy award winner Amy Winehouse. Also performing will be international superstar Pharrell Williams with his band N*E*R*D, and special guest Mike Posner – adding musical variety and excitement to the event. Fresh talent will also capture the arena, as a spirited Rolling Stone Middle East ‘Battle of the Bands’ contest will be held on the Rolling Stone Stage on 11 and 12 February, resulting in two exceptionally memorable nights.

The 6,800 sq m exhibition marquee is expected to draw in over 40,000 visitors. It will showcase the very latest in sport bikes, cruisers, off-road and all-terrain vehicles, apparel, accessories, custom-designed bikes and motorcycle-related products, as well as major international lifestyle brands from more than 150 leading manufacturers including Harley Davidson, Ducati, BMW, Honda, Polaris, KTM, Liberty Kawasaki, Zoo York and Ed Hardy.

Gulf Bike Week is the Middle East’s only dedicated motorbike exhibition and supports a market that is worth over $1.75 billion regionally and is poised to grow, with the KSA and UAE expected to maintain the majority of the region’s market share.
 

The Address Hotels + Resorts Offers Complimentary Passes To Attractions In Downtown Dubai This Summer

This summer, The Address Hotels + Resorts, Dubai’s 5-star hotel brand, is offering guests the opportunity to experience some of the most premier iconic attractions in the city. Guests staying at The Address Downtown Dubai, The Palace – The Old Town, The Address Dubai Mall, The Address Dubai Marina and The Address Montgomerie Dubai can enjoy complimentary priority access to The Dubai Mall’s famous attractions such as Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo, SEGA Republic, KidZania®, Dubai Ice Rink and At the Top, Burj Khalifa. The special offer is valid until September 9, 2010 and includes attractive summer rates.

Guests staying at any property of the The Address Hotels + Resorts for a 3-night visit receive access to Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo or the Dubai Ice Rink. The longer guests stay the more complimentary passes they receive. A 4-night stay includes tickets to SEGA Republic while for 5 nights they obtain further passes to access KidZania® in addition to the above. If guests stay for a week or more they can gain entrance to all these exciting attractions in addition to At the Top, Burj Khalifa.

Mr. Marc Dardenne, Chief Executive Officer, Emaar Hospitality Group said: “All our 5 properties in The Address Hotels + Resort’s portfolio bring new and exciting packages every summer. This year we have introduced offers for guests which give them access to Downtown Dubai’s famous attractions. From visiting The Dubai Mall to the awe inspiring At the Top, Burj Khalifa we have arranged for each visitor to have a pleasurable experience. We have organized special room rates for families and those looking for conferences and event venues will be provided added services and attractive benefits.”

The Address Hotels + Resorts offer unique lifestyle experiences. The Address Downtown Dubai sports an elegant façade with a post-modern architectural splendour. Its award-winning interior design is inspired by regional landscapes while reflecting a sense of grandeur. Classical themes and Arabian tradition meet at The Palace – The Old Town. The Address Dubai Mall is set amidst the chic and energetic Downtown Dubai area and linked to The Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping and entertainment destination. The Address Dubai Mall is a premium haven for leisure guests and shopping enthusiasts. Located in one of Dubai’s most popular lifestyle districts The Address Dubai Marina is a modern business and leisure destination with access to the entertainment and other exciting components of Dubai Marina.

The Address Montgomerie Dubai is an idyllic golf retreat. The hotel combines premium golf in sublime surroundings with that of an exclusive retreat. The Address Montgomerie Dubai offers one of the most luxurious golf experiences in the Middle East.

The attractions guests can enjoy include Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo. This is one of the largest indoor aquariums in the world and features the largest acrylic viewing panel. A glass walkthrough tunnel provides an incredible close encounter with over 33,000 diverse species of marine life including sharks, stingrays and giant groupers. Dubai Ice Rink is the coolest spot in the city with the Olympic-size ice rink offering live entertainment such as frequent figure skating events and ice hockey games. Guests also have the convenience of shopping at over 1,200 retail outlets in The Dubai Mall and can enjoy the unparalleled visual experience of The Dubai Fountain, the world’s tallest performing fountain. At the Top is the globe’s highest observation deck located on Level 124 of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

Special summer offers at conference and events venues at The Address Hotels + Resorts, include three refreshment breaks, lunch, LCD projector, meeting amenities; free WiFi, free valet parking and discounts on Business Centre services among others.

The Address Hotels + Resorts brand defines itself on a ‘one size fits one’ approach where benefits to guests and service excellence are a priority. For the convenience of guests check-ins can be processed in the guestrooms upon arrival. In addition, complimentary wireless internet is available throughout the hotel which also offers a 24-hour fitness centre and a 24-hour business lounge. Guests opting to stay in selected suites or club rooms can enjoy the innovative and convenient privilege of a complete 24-hour stay.

For more information on the offer or to make a booking, please contact your local travel agent, call +971 4 423 8888, TOLL FREE (UAE ) 800 ADDRESS, E: stay@theaddress.com or visit www.theaddress.com.
 

DSS Attractions Unveiled Highlighting Dubai As Summer Destination Of Surprises

The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE) has unveiled the main highlights of the 13th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises that begins on June 17th and runs for 52 days till August 7th. With a budget of AED 60 million, this year’s DSS includes international shows, musicals, events, shopping promotions across Dubai, and prizes to be won throughout malls. Modhesh World, the region’s biggest indoor edutainment venue, is also a major attraction of DSS.

Laila Suhail, Chief Executive Officer of DEPE said, "We have endeavoured to present a spectacular combination of attractions that create a comprehensive holiday package for all visitors and residents in Dubai during DSS. These efforts are in line with our marketing slogan for this year, ’Dubai, your summer destination of surprises.’"

Suhail also said that the AED-60-million-budget has not only ensured the quality of events but has also supported DEPE in reaching out to audiences through diverse marketing campaigns. "As the leading and the longest summer event in the region, it is imperative that we elevate our efforts in order to maintain our leading position. Catering to multi-national audiences is always challenging but we have succeeded in the previous years and we look forward to continuing our successful streak," she added.

DSS 2010 Opening Ceremony
Following the massive success of last year’s opening, the DSS 2010 opening will focus on retail promotions across 25 select shopping malls where a purchase of AED 500 entitles shoppers to win vouchers from some of the best entertainment destinations in Dubai.

Shopping and raffles
Summer shopping can’t be as exciting and rewarding than in Dubai and during DSS. With more than 6000 retail outlets participating and discounts of up to 70%, shoppers can rest assured that brands of their choice can be bought at throwaway prices. Every shopper is also rewarded for a purchase and individual malls are giving away cars, cash, and shopping vouchers.

Dubai Shopping Malls Group, a key sponsor of DSS 2010, is also organizing a purchase-based raffle where shoppers can expect to win spectacular weekly prizes.

Signature Events
Signature Events form the core of Dubai Summer Surprises activities and were wholly conceptualised and implemented by the Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment. The DSS Signature Events are chosen based on feedback from visitors and extensive research on visitor segments and choices. Only the most popular events make it to the list.

World of Stories
Mercato (June 18 - June 29)
Recreating a fantasy world of fables and fairytales, World of Stories enthrals all who enter its spellbinding tale. Re-live the story and experience fantastical elements of popular stories with activities and events for all ages. Held in both English and Arabic, there are plentiful opportunities for meeting and greeting your favourite characters, photographs and more. Additional activity corners take visitors through a journey of other stories from the classics to the traditional.

Sheila and Abaya Fashion
Dubai Mall (July 8 –  July 11)
The only fashion show to cater to the Sheila and Abaya market. This glamorous event is filled with stunning designs and beautiful creations. A platform for local and regional designers to highlight their designs of the traditional dress, Sheila and Abaya features established and amateur designers participating from across the UAE and GCC.

Min Bladi Al Emarat
Dubai Mall (July 17 - July 26)
A popular event with locals and tourists alike since its inception five years ago, this event gives a fascinating insight into the age old UAE Bedouin, marine and mountain traditions. The unique Emarati culture and handicrafts are celebrated and displayed in this authentic presentation. Featuring activity corners such as a heritage oasis, hospitality tents, traditional shows, and competitions, visitors receive a rare and privileged insight into the history of Dubai and its surrounding Emirates.

Middle East Junior Chef of the Year
BurJuman (June 23 - June 29)
In recognition of the region’s upcoming culinary talent, the Middle East Junior Chef of the Year celebrates the works of 600 and more chefs coming together in Dubai from star hotels across the GCC. With over 22 categories and separate competitions, the jury is formed from master chefs from around the world. During the event, multinational chefs battle it out to showcase their finest preparations and amaze the judges with their skill and expertise.

Kids Olympic Games
Mirdiff City Centre (July 25 - July 31)
With energy to burn and prizes to be won, kids enjoy a fun filled series of sports activities during Kids Olympic Games. Competitive, yet friendly, this must see event accommodates children from ages of 9 months to 10 years. The only event in town to include babies and toddlers, there really is a race for everyone – parents included! From baby crawling to dancing, three legged races and many more surprises in store, kids can find their own sporting niche at the best of their ability.

Kids Fashion Week
Deira City Centre (Aug 1 - Aug 7)
Dedicated to young fashionistas everywhere, the growing market of children’s clothing is celebrated in a display of the colourful, practical and cool designs on the kids clothing scene. As glitzy and glam as the grown up versions, this mini fashion week features shows, the local catwalk stars of tomorrow and global brands such as Benetton, Diesel, Moschino, Pumpkin Patch, Kenzo and many more. These trendy creations are hard to resist and provide inspiration for your little one’s summer wardrobe.

Collectors Exhibition
BurJuman (July 12 - July 24)
This exhibition features the amazing wares, artifacts and record breaking collections of local, regional and international participants. From fashion and jewellery, to coins and cars. From the weird and wonderful, to the elegant and beautiful, every collectable is a unique and surprising addition to the display.

Please Click here to read the complete list of Events.

For more information on DSS and its attractions, please call Ahlan Dubai on +971 60 54 5555 or visit www.mydsf.ae.