As the year reaches its end, Dubai kickstarts its celebrations with an array of exciting adventures. Here’s how the ‘City of Gold’ will shimmer for New Year’s Eve this year. By Bayar Jain
The perfect ingredients to whip up a memorable New Year’s Eve are — happy memories, fun moments, world-class entertainment, and the company of loved ones. And when in Dubai, you get just that and more! As 2020 comes to an end, Dubai Shopping Festival perks up to bring a bouquet of entertainment guaranteed to enthral visitors of all kinds.
1. Kiss 2020 goodbye with KISS
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Legendary rock band, KISS, will give 2020 a truly epic see-off at the Atlantis, The Palm. The multi-platinum selling American band will take to the stage with a pyrotechnics show filled by more than 50 cameras accompanying them. The result? A 360-degrees view of Dubai’s biggest virtual concert yet!
2. Take to the skies at the Al Seef Sea Kite Show
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When at the Dubai Shopping Festival Markets at Al Seef presented by Al Foah, guests can explore the Al Seef Kite Show—a stunning life-size sea creature-themed spectacle of kites in the skies.
3. Dive into Alice In Wonderland
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At the Dubai Shopping Festival Markets at Al Khawaneej, fans of Alice in Wonderland can immerse themselves in a truly fairytale-like setting, hosted by The Queen of Hearts, the Ruler of the Wonderland fun zone, herself. Think a magic maze; tea party; outdoor cinema; arts and crafts, plus a talking tree; wishing lake, and more!
4. Traverse the deserts
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Dubai is no stranger to desert safaris, sandboarding, hot air balloon rides, and dune bashing. For New Year’s Eve, Bab Al Shams at Al Maha Desert Resort and Spa is offering families all these adventures, plus the chance to soak in the city’s serenity under star-lit skies.
5. Embark on a culinary journey
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Offering a Bedouin-style culinary experience paired with entertainment galore, Dubai’s Al Hadheerah will be showcasing delectable regional favourites spread across 14 live cooking stations. To add to the authenticity of the experience, the part culinary bazaar and part culinary theatre will come paired with live Arabic music echoing in the backdrop of the rustic setting.
6. Dine among the clouds
Dubai’s Dinner in the Sky is exuberance personified. Suspended 50 metres above land via a crane, this unforgettable meal will come with spectacular views of the Dubai Marina. Whether one opts for lunch, dinner, or even evening tea, a memorable time is guaranteed.
7. Sail into 2021 on a luxury yacht
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Luxury knows no bounds in Dubai, and it’s only justified to sail into 2021 in a similar style. Be it sailing past the city’s iconic landmarks, or biting into a delicious dinner while cruising along the Creek, Dubai’s luxury boats cover it all. And if choosing just one gets tough, opt for both while also adding a relaxing fishing expedition to the mix!
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