It’s almost the weekend, so if you’re looking for things to do, you’re in luck because we’ve rounded up some top family-friendly activities in Dubai and Abu Dhabi that the kids will love.
Book a family staycation at Yas Island
Prefer your holidays more thrill than chill? Book a staycation on Yas Island and get free entry to any of the Yas Island theme parks. There are various stay and play packages to choose from that include daily access to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi or Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. The adrenaline-fuelled staycation packages are on offer at the Yas Plaza Hotels, including the Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi – Yas Island, the Centro Yas Island, the Yas Island Rotana and the Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island. Prices start from Dhs294 per person per night and you can book as many night as you fancy until April 30.
For more information, visit www.yasisland.ae.
Celebrate Easter with the family at LEGOLAND Dubai
T’is the season filled with egg puns, and it’s also when LEGOLAND Dubai steps into Spring with heaps of egg-citing (see? we can’t help ourselves) fun for the whole gang. It’s all kicking off on Thursday April 1 at the Dubai Parks & Resorts theme park, with heaps of fun-filled family activities including an Easter egg hunt, Spring LEGO flower building workshops and kids eat free offers at a selection for the park’s kid-friendly eateries. Until April 10, families will be able to set off on an egg-locating mission. Kids eat free throughout the Spring experience at Caesar’s Pizza & Pasta Buffet and all families will be gifted a limited-edition 2021 Easter LEGO brick.
Apr 1-Apr 10. LEGOLAND Dubai, Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai, www.LEGOLAND.ae
Go on a culinary journey with the world’s smallest chef
Le Petit Chef, which takes diners on a 3D visual journey from Marseilles to Arabia, India, the Himalayas and China, has landed in Abu Dhabi. Ray’s Grill, on the 63rd floor of Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, is hosting the 58mm little chef and his theatrical culinary journey, during which you’ll take a seat at a table where visuals are projected from above on to the surface, acting as a large storybook. Performances run from Tuesday to Saturday at 7pm and 9.30pm and there are four menus to choose from, including a special menu aimed at younger diners over six costing Dhs295. Or, if you want to book a babysitter, you can book Le Petit Chef Classic or Le Petit Chef Gardener for Dhs385, or Le Petit Chef Grandioso for Dhs545, which serves up elevated versions of the classic dishes.
From Dhs295. Tue-Sat 7pm and 9.30pm. Ray’s Grill, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers, Abu Dhabi, www.lepetitchef.com/conradetihadtowers, etihadtowers.FBreservations@conradhotels.com (02 811 5666).
Eat out and save money at The Dubai Mall
Taking the whole gang out for a bite to eat canbe eye-watering when the bill lands on the table. Until April 17, any families grabbing breakfast, lunch or dinner at The Dubai Mall won’t have to pay a fils for the littlest family members. There are more than 200 restaurants to choose along with a huge choice when it comes to cuisine from Italian and Asian to Indian and American. The full list of restaurants where you can take advantage of these family-friendly deals can be found on The Dubai Mall app, which can be downloaded from the App Store or from Google Play, or on the website.
Until Apr 17. The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, www.thedubaimall.com.
Have a movie night
It was a hard task, but we’ve managed to compile a list of the top 20 family films ever. There really are too many magical movies to choose from, so this list is what we are referring to as a starting point for the best family films ever made. From brand-new must-sees, to classic Disney films that have stood the test of time, there is something to suit every member of the family from tiny tots to testing teens, plus mums and dads will enjoy them too.
Click here for the full list.
So pass the popcorn and let’s get started. Happy viewing.
Make a splash at LEGOLAND Waterpark
LEGOLAND Water Park Dubai opens its doors today Thursday April 1, meaning you can keep the kids cool for the remained of the holiday at this colourful water park. Plus, the colourful water park is re-opening with a brilliant offer for families who can spend the day splashing around at LEGOLAND Water Park before getting free access to the next door theme park, LEGOLAND Dubai from 5pm. LEGOLAND Water Park Dubai will be open for three days every week – Thursday, Friday and Saturday – and, tickets must be bought online in advance for 20 percent less than the regular entry price.
From Apr 1, Thu-Sat 10am-6pm. Dubai Parks & Resorts, Dubai, www.legoland.ae.
Shop and play at Al Khawaneej Walk
Al Khawaneej Walk has revealed a host of exciting new things to do that might persuade you to add it to your Saturday to do list. As well as some top-notch new eateries to try there are a selection of newly-opened shops to check out – so get those credit cards at the ready. As for the kiddos, you can point them in the direction of The Arcade Hub where over 50 games should keep them entertained whilst you indulge in some retail therapy.
Open daily, times vary. Al Khawaneej Walk, Al Khanwaneej, Dubai.
