Lucie Aurore
Known for its extravagant resorts, sand dunes, high-rise buildings and lavish shopping malls many wonder what kids can do in Dubai. But what most people don't know is that the Arab culture reveres children hence there are plenty of fun, adventurous as well as educational things that kids can see and do during a visit to the country.
Located in the heart of the city Al Nasr Leisureland is one of the earliest family oriented leisure centres in the country for sports and entertainment. Opened in the 70's the centre still remains old school but not lacking character and offering plenty of facilities under one roof. There are tennis and squash courts, a bowling alley and an ice rink. The amusement park located inside the premises offer a range of fully fledged rides including a roller coaster, bumper cars, go karts and much more.
This is a very innovative kids entertainment chain that has opened it's doors in Dubai. KidZania offers a safe and interactive edutainment centre that allows children to work while they play. Parents drop off their little ones here for guilt free shopping spree without kids knowing that they will be in a safe, fun and educational environment. This miniature city is complete with a school, fire station, hospital, bank and many other facilities allowing children to dress up in over eighty different roles. Kids can dress up as surgeons, chefs, firefighters, engineers, models, actors, radio and TV hosts, designers, mechanics and learn and experience each of these occupations.
Aquaventure Waterpark is a unique waterscape with thrilling water based adventures. You find adrenalin pumping record-breaking rides and slides here that are great for both kids and adults. With high-speed water slides, a mile long river ride, twenty swimming areas, a spectacular kids water play fort, this is simply paradise for kids to have a fun filled holiday they'll never forget. The Aquaventure is located on the Atlantis Paradise Island where the Atlantis Palm resort is located however most travellers prefer to stay in a hotel nearby to avoid overcrowds and commotion on their holiday. In close proximity you find the Anantara Dubai The Palm Resort & Spa, which is amongst the top 5 Star Resorts Dubai.
Make friends with bottlenosedolphins and swim with them into the crystal clears waters. There are two options to encounter dolphins here. You can enjoy a shallow water dolphin interaction where you can watch them play, swim or show off their special skills. The water here is waist high and this is appropriate for all age groups. Non-swimmers can take part in this as well. The next option is whereyou can get up close and enjoy one of a kind experience in the deep lagoon waters. A thrilling belly ride back to the shore is part of this package. You can give your dolphin friends a deep-water hug and kisses before you depart.
This is an indoor amusement park with over hundred and fifty arcade games and close to fifteen thrill rides. A small rollercoaster, a free fall tower and mechanical tornado are all part of the fun rides here. You can pay per ride or choose from various day passes.
