Get a jumpstart on your holiday travel planning and consider a trip to Dubai. The city in the United Arab Emirates offers travelers a variety of festive holiday fun.
Hit the slopes at Ski Dubai. The unique indoor winter wonderland offers activities for the whole family, from skiing to meeting penguins. Do your holiday shopping at Dubai Shopping Festival. The annual festival takes place throughout the city, with special offers on gifts. The festival runs Dec. 15–Jan. 29, 2023. Indulge in afternoon tea with festive, seasonal offerings at Mandarin Oriental or The Address Beach Resort.
Ring in the new year in style in Dubai. Guests of Jumeirah Madinat may take advantage of the property’s award-winning culinary options across its more than 20 dining outlets for a New Year’s meal. Next, take in the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks display overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Burj Al Arab. Experience the first sunrise of the new year on a hot-air balloon ride. Balloon Adventures Dubai offers travelers a magical sunrise experience, including a camel ride, dune drive in a vintage Land Rover, gourmet breakfast and drone show.
Dubai is known for its luxurious hotel accommodations. Many properties throughout the city offer special holiday deals and activities. Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, Jumeriah Beach Hotel, W Dubai Mina Seyahi, 25hours Hotel Dubai One Central and Al Maha, a Luxury Collection Desert Resort & Spa, Dubai each offer guests exciting seasonal opportunities.
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