Joanna James
Ahead of celebrating Valentine’s Day in sunny and glorious Dubai, have a look at these novel ideas that will help set the tone and mood for you and your significant other.
Part and parcel of any trip to Dubai will be to summit the tallest construction in the world, the Burj Khalifa. Arm in arm with your loved one, you can look forward to spending an evening sipping on flavoursome Arabic coffee as you treasure each moment on the world’s most talked about a skyscraper.
Come face to face with your favourite Cartoon Network characters or stand shoulder to shoulder with the Avengers as they ready themselves for battle against the forces of evil at one of Dubai’s most cherished leisure escapes, IMG Worlds of Adventure. Spread across 1.5 million square feet and with 4 theme zones and some 22 action-packed rides, you and your partner can expect a grand show that will allow space to indulge in shopping sprees and themed lunches.
Let yourself go as scenes of dazzling dunes and alluring sunsets fall into focus as part of a unique Arabian desert outing. In fact, opt for an overnight desert safari that will ensure you leave with fond memories comprising camel rides, sandboarding, BBQ-open buffet dining and fire shows that showcase the rich heritage of not just Dubai but of the UAE.
Pour over every intriguing feature that characterises the brilliance of Dubai and its culture when at the Dubai Frame. Rated as the largest picture frame in the world, this awe-inspiring work of art allows ease of access within its museum which gets you up, close and personal with the early beginnings of the region and its plans for the future.
For something a tad different on Valentine’s Day, why not head straight for the La Perle Show? As a form of live entertainment, the Show will have you on the edge of your seat for the better part of 90 minutes that will guarantee the best seat in the house to catch a clever use of technology, aerial aerobics and death-defying stunts under one roof.
Elevate your sense of adventure and engage in a pastime that goes beyond the ordinary as part of a helicopter ride over the Jumeirah. Take a flight from Atlantis, The Palm and prepare to be overcome with an adrenaline rush never had before. Move over the World Islands, the area’s sought-after beaches and the Meydan Racecourse for one whale of a time while set against bright blue skies.
Set foot on a charming setting bursting in every hue and pattern imaginable at the Miracle Garden. As the world’s largest flower garden, there would be arguably, no greater floral tribute to your spouse or partner this Valentine’s Day. With carefully sculptured flower presentations to behold, one will certainly fall in love all over again.
Beat the heat and begin an adventure out on an Olympic-size ice rink that will have you learning every trick in the book regarding ice skating. Have a look at what the Dubai Ice Rink entails that will surely come off as one of the more enjoyable activities you end up engaging in within Dubai.
Savour a glass of champagne and sample the flavours of the area as you cruise through Deira Creek during a Dhow Cruise experience. Watch Dubai’s gleaming skyline come alive as you are whisked off into a world consisting of light music and puppet shows.
If your idea of spending Valentine’s Day is remaining within the comfy and cosy surrounds of a hotel room, then look no further at booking a suite in Dubai for a few days at popular hotels like Anantara Downtown Dubai. Once settled down, you can delight in mouthwatering meals in the private dining area before immersing yourself in the refreshing waters of the plunge pool.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
