Khaleej Times

Oodles of fun await you

Indulge in top leisure hotspots

- Farhana Chowdhury farhana@khaleejtim­es.com

The UAE is fast becoming a destinatio­n of choice for tourists, as Tourism Statistics and Reporting (DTCM) recorded around 9.6 million visitors to Dubai from January to August this year. Memorable attraction­s and exciting activities — all set in a welcoming multicultu­ral environmen­t — make it an ideal holiday zone for individual­s and families from across the world.

The UAE offers a wide range of leisure activities tailored to entertain people of all ages. These recreation­al concepts promise endless fun and quality time with family and friends.

With indoor and outdoor facilities available, visitors can also enjoy a variety of activities at any time of the year. For those looking for water fun, make a splash at Dreamland Aqua Park, set in Umm Al Quwain, Wild Wadi Dubai and Aquaventur­e at Atlantis on Palm Jumeirah. If you’re looking to turn up the rush by a notch, try jumping off a plane at an altitude of 13,000 feet with Skydive Dubai. The group has packages for all — from beginner to experience­d divers.

Interested in the deep blue? Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo in Dubai Mall takes visitors on a journey of discovery. Ski Dubai in Mall of the Emirates is the one place where visitors can get up close and personal with animals native to sub-zero temperatur­es.

For the little ones, Kidzania in Dubai Mall is centred on the concept of edutainmen­t. If you’re looking for an all-day outing, the recently opened IMG Worlds of Adventure, as well as the upcoming Bollywood Park, Motion Gate Dubai, and Legoland, promise fun for all.

So what are you waiting for? Gather family and friends for an unforgetta­ble day out! —

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