Shoppers Throng Malls On Day One Of Dubai Summer Surprises

Malls across Dubai witnessed significant footfall as Dubai Summer Surprises began its 13th edition on Thursday, June 17, 2010. A spectacular promotion across 21 malls saw shoppers walk away with prizes including free vouchers to the main entertainment destinations of Dubai such as Modhesh World, Aquaplay, Ski Dubai, Magic Planet, Cite’ des Enfants, Soccer Circus Dubai, iFLY, At The Top, Burj Khalifa Observatory, Cinestar Cinemas, Aquaventure & The Lost Chambers, Dubai Dolphinarium, and Wild Wadi Water Park.

Neeraja Dugar, a resident of Delhi, India, and on a trip to Dubai, was the first winner of the exclusive DSS opening promotion. A frequent visitor to Dubai, Dugar said that it was the first time he had won anything. “I love coming to Dubai because it’s exciting, multi-cultural, and provides plenty of shopping avenues. I didn’t realize I had won until a sales assistant at a shop in Lamcy Plaza informed me. This has come as a complete surprise and I hope I can discover more of Dubai through these vouchers.”

Elsewhere, malls hosted several DSS shows to entertain families. Aimed at enhancing the shopping experience for shoppers, numerous events are being staged at malls throughout DSS. International and renowned brands launched amazing discounts to attract resident and visitor shoppers.

At Modhesh World located at Airport Expo Dubai, crowds began trickling in by 5pm and the venue swelled with families as early as 7pm. As one of the main attractions of DSS, Modhesh World features forty themed zones with numerous new additions and free zones. Hundreds of soccer fans packed the sports zone where a giant screen was relaying the FIFA World Cup matches live for free.

DSS attractions the coming week include the World of Stories, a DSS signature event (June 18 – June 29); Swaralaya – a concert by Pandit Shivkumar Sharma (June 19); Middle East Junior Chef of the Year (June 23 – June 29), and Rooh-E-Ishq, a musical show on June 25.

Information on all DSS events can be had from the website www.mydsf.ae or by calling Ahlan Dubai on +971 600 54 5555.

Crowds Throng Dubai Mall For Final Shows Of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party

Hundreds of families showed up at Dubai Mall, a key sponsor of DSS, for the final two show of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party on July 22, marking the end to the one of the most successful DSS stage shows held this year. Children and parents evidently enjoyed the last shows as they danced, sang and had fun at the photo opportunity with Hello Kitty, Dear Daniel, My Melody, Minna No Tabo and Bad Badtz Maru.

Mohammed and Bader Al Juwaisri from Kuwait said, “We enjoy our travel to Dubai because of such kind of family entertainment. Our children like the fun atmosphere here. It is a truly wonderful experience for our whole family.”

The same sentiment was shared by David Baron, an American national, who attended the show with his kids Jordan and Whitney. He said, “This [Hello Kitty Jungle Party] is awesome. There should be more of such shows in Dubai. The children learn and have fun at the same time. The parents also enjoy their time with their kids. It’s a great celebration of family activities.”

Mine Reith, a British national who was spotted at the event with daughter Sher and friend Kris said, “Being here is a fantastic way of spending quality time with my child. Plus, we need more free shows as amazing as this one. It’s such a terrific activity that adds up to the excitement of our shopping experience.”

Children Throng Dubai Mall To Catch A Glimpse Of Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party Show

Hello Kitty, the character loved by children all over the world, and her adorable friends are entertaining hundreds of children everyday in Dubai Mall as part of events during the ongoing DSS. Dubai Mall, a key sponsor of DSS 2009, will host the show till July 22nd.

With three shows on Thursdays and Fridays (5:30pm, 7:30pm, 9:30pm) and two shows from Saturday to Wednesday (6:15pm and 8:10pm), the exciting show is open to all Dubai Mall visitors for free. There are no shows on Tuesdays.

Staged for the first time in the Middle East during DSS 2007, fans can watch Hello kitty and her friends put on a magical musical show again this year with a spectacular combination of stage settings, light effects, and music to go with. The show cast includes Hello Kitty, Dear Daniel, My Melody, Minna No Tabo, and Bad Badtz Maru.

The Hello Kitty’s Jungle Party features Hello Kitty and her friends through a 25-minute performance composed of dances and stories. Trees and greenery add to a spectacular backdrop with characters wearing safari costumes to fit the whole idea of being in forests.