THRILL TRIP
From epic sights to splashtastic theme parks – where to stay and play in Dubai
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Whether chasing sky-high thrills Downtown, taking in spice-scented history along the creek or whizzing round the city’s theme parks and water parks, there’s a Dubai to suit every traveller and budget.
BEST FOR Sightseeing thrills.
HOTEL Enjoy affordable chic at bright and modern Rove Downtown.
WHAT TO SEE/DO Start the day on a high with breakfast at At.Mosphere on the 122nd floor of Burj Khalifa.
Then, if you dare, tackle the 219.5-metre-high Edge Walk at Sky Views Dubai (above), which also has a glass slide.
Round off the day with a performance at Dubai Opera.
EAT Sample many highlights from Dubai’s fantastic dining scene under one roof at Time Out Market.
Between the mountains, desert and sea, Dubai is the welcoming city where there’s always something new and exciting to experience.
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Downtown
BEST FOR
Soaking up the city’s heritage.
HOTEL
Along Dubai Creek, Mazmi Casa is a small, stylish B&B that happens to also do the best gelato.
WHAT TO SEE/DO
Cross the creek in a traditional wooden abra boat (above) to shop in the Spice and Gold Souks.
Stroll through peaceful Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood, find out about Dubai’s backstory at Al Shindagha Museum then see the city – old and new – from the top of the 150-metre-tall Dubai Frame.
EAT
Take a foodie tour of the souks or tuck into delicious Emirati cuisine at Al Khayma Heritage Restaurant.
Old Dubai
BEST FOR
Flexi fun to be had by families and friends.
HOTEL
Adagio Premium The Palm features 163 modern, spacious self-catering apartments, some of them interconnecting.
WHAT TO SEE/DO
Make a splash at Aquaventure World water park before chilling on the beach then exploring the 11km Palm Jumeirah Boardwalk by e-bike.
Trendy teens will love Aura Skypool with its 360-degree views from the 50th floor of Nakheel’s Palm Tower.
EAT
Relaxed Peaches & Cream beach club offers everything from light bites and enticing desserts to catch of the day.
Palm Jumeirah
BEST FOR
The beach.
HOTEL There are really good family suites at DoubleTree by Hilton Dubai – Jumeirah Beach.
WHAT TO SEE/DO Get a bird’s-eye view from the top of Ain Dubai observation wheel (above) on Bluewaters Island.
Bounce across giant inflatables at AquaFun water park, which juts into the sea from the beach at JBR.
Then recharge your batteries by chilling out at the beach.
EAT Catch the water bus to Pier 7 in Dubai Marina and choose from a range of picturesque waterfront restaurants.
JBR and Bluewaters Island
BEST FOR
Theme park larks.
HOTEL
Dubai Parks and Resorts’ Legoland hotel includes themed bedrooms.
WHAT TO SEE/DO
Indulge your inner child at Legoland Dubai and its water park (above) as well as at the Hollywood-inspired Motiongate theme park and football-mad Real Madrid World.
Kids will love the indoor play area of Neon Galaxy.
EAT
There are dino-mite dishes to be devoured at The T-Rex Adventure Café at Riverland Dubai – raptors included.
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