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☛ EN Advice Activities in United Arab Emirates during the school holidays

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  1. EasyExpat

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    Hello everyone,

    Occupying children during school holidays can quickly become a real headache for parents! When you are abroad, this can be even more difficult or expensive.

    What to do to keep your kids occupied and find activities for the whole family in United Arab Emirates?

    As an expat, what are your methods in United Arab Emirates? How do you manage your time between family and work?

    Have you found extracurricular activities? Is there a holiday club or activity centre to enrol children? Are you rather indoors or outdoors? Have you found activities outside or do you have the possibility to organise yourself activities, colouring and crafts for the school holidays?

    Thank you in advance for sharing your experience in United Arab Emirates to help new expatriates to get organised. :cool::thumbup:
     
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    Hello @abdulkaddir
    Thanks for sharing your experience.
    I guess it depends also where you are. It is different if you are in Abu Dhabi and in Dubai, isn't it?
    We have a similar topic especially for Dubai actually. :thumbup:
     
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    There are so many places that are suitable for staycations in the United Arab Emirates– especially now during Covid19 pandemic.

    What can you do in Abu Dhabi this winter?
    · Bike tours on the corniche
    · Watch the camel races
    · Visit the GP circuit- there are both walking and biking tours available
    · Camping out with the family on Dalma Island
    · Catch a movie at the Cinema in the Park located at Umm al Emarat Park
    · Take the kids to feed the animals at Emirates Park Zoo.
    · Take a kayak tour at the Eastern Mangroves

    Outdoor activities in Dubai:
    · The Dubai Safari Park has over a thousand animals and is well-respected for its exceptional standards of animal welfare and ethical conduct.
    · Boat ride in the Dubai Canal
    · Visit another camel farm, obviously! The Camel Farm offers camel rides and has a great petting zoo.
    · Have dinner while watching the symphony of the dancing Dubai Fountains
    · Take in the colours of a spectacular Dubai sunset at West Palm Beach
    · Visit the Ras al Khor Wildlife sanctuary
    · Thrill the kids with a visit to the Glow Garden and Dinosaur Park.

    Activities in Al Ain:
    · Visit the Al Ain Camel Market
    · Al Ain Zoo
    · For some heritage and culture visit the Al Ain Palace Museum
    · Al Jahili Fort
    · Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites

    Things to do in Ras Al Khaimah
    One of the most popular places in Ras Al Khaimah is the mountain region of Jebel Jais.
    · Visit Jebel Jais to see the highest mountain peak in the UAE. There you can ride the longest zipline if you’re the thrill-seeking type of person. You can reach a top speed of between 140-150km/h at almost 1680 metres above sea level!
    · If you’re an avid hiker, be sure to try out the many hiking trials available to fully explore the ecosystem of the mountain.
    · The viewing deck at Viewing Deck Park is the best place to enjoy a bite to eat while you take in the majestic scenery.
    · Rent a bike if you wish to explore this unique area.
    · Kids can enjoy the exciting Jebel Jais Sky Maze, which is an obstacle course suspended above the ground.
    · How about having a meal in the highest restaurant in the UAE called 1484. It is aptly named because It is 1484 metres above sea level and has a sumptuous menu.
     
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