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Four child-friendly staycation deals in the UAE

Fun family escapes for less

by Time Out UAE Kids staff

The QE2
THis famous ship has top staycation deal for families that’ll have the little ones shouting “all aboard” faster than you can pack.

Book two rooms and you’ll get a whopping 50 percent off the second room, and for every adult booked, one child (11 years old and under) can dine for free throughout the stay.

And it doesn’t end there. The package also includes breakfast, a further 25 percent off food and drinks, 25 percent off all spa treatments, early check-in and late check-out and passes to the QE2 Heritage Tour where guests can discover the heritage of the historic vessel.

The 13-deck hotel boasts 224 refurbished rooms and suites. Expect to sleep in comfy cabins, and enjoy the cosy, retro atmosphere on board.

With plenty of restaurants, bars and live entertainment venues, you’ll be spoilt for choice here. Are those bags packed yet?
Prices vary. Ongoing until Sep 30. Port Rashid, Bur Dubai, www.qe2.com (04 330 3457).

Marriott Hotel Al Forsan
Active families can book the summer Adventurer Package to get a night’s stay, breakfast and two sporting activities at Al Forsan International Sports Resort. Activities include go-karting, paintballing, archery and more.
From Dhs496 (use The Adventurer promotional code 11P). Ongoing. The Marriott Hotel Al Forsan, Khalifa City A (02 201 4000).

JA The Resort

Just when you thought staying in a villa suite with access to a private beach was enough, JA The Resort comes along and offers an amazing deal the whole family can enjoy. The Ultimate All-Inclusive deal includes unlimited food, beverages and activities, all for Dhs995 for two adults and two kids. You’ll even get tickets to Dubai Parks and Resorts.
Dhs995. Until Mon Sep 30. JA The Resort, Jebel Ali (04 814 5555).

Rosewood Abu Dhabi
Not only does the Family Time package mean a relaxing stay at the beautiful hotel on Al Maryah Island, but it also includes passes to some of Abu Dhabi’s best attractions. Whenever you book a stay in one of the luxurious suites, you’ll get two brilliant family days out, including Louvre Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World, for no extra cost.
Prices vary. Ongoing. Rosewood Abu Dhabi, Al Maryah Island (02 813 5550).