Are you dying for an exciting getaway this summer? If yes, then your search ends here because it doesn’t get any more exciting than in Dubai.
This luxurious city is teeming with fun summer activities for you to indulge in. Plus you can dine at the finest restaurants and shop at the most fabulous shopping outlets in the world. So it’s no wonder that Dubai is placed among the top holiday destinations worldwide.
The weather in Dubai can get very hot during the main summer months. So remember to look up the best time to visit Dubai while it’s still summer but pleasant.
But regardless of the heat, Dubai still offers a wide variety of activities you can enjoy to cool down. Whether you want a water park, a beach, or an amusement park, you’ll find all the best places in Dubai.
So what are you waiting for? Let’s explore more about the fun things you can do in Dubai this summer.
Here are 15 Things to Do This Summer in Dubai
Visit the Burj Khalifa
There’s probably not a single person who hasn’t heard of the Burj Khalifa. You can head over to marvel at the architectural wonder first. Later on, you can also head inside to explore the wide array of dining and entertainment options
Explore Dubai Underwater Aquarium and Zoo
The Dubai Underwater Aquarium and Zoo are one of the best places in Dubai to enjoy marine life. You can get a glimpse of fascinating aquatic predators, feed baby sharks and even get a crash course on their shark conservation system.
Enjoy the Snow at Ski Dubai
There’s no better way to cool down in the summer than by visiting Ski Dubai. Located inside the Mall of Emirates, this place offers you the chance to play with penguins, take the chairlift to the top and ski down the slopes.
Visit Laguna Waterpark
You can’t have a summer holiday in Dubai without visiting a water park. And Laguna Waterpark is one of the best places in Dubai to check out. This park offers a surfing zone, thrill zone, relax zone and kids zone. You can also spend some leisure time at their huge Infinity Pool.
Go to Dubai Mall
Experienced travellers will tell you that the Dubai experience is incomplete without a shopping trip. And they’re absolutely right. So head over to Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping malls in the world, to check out their shopping outlets, restaurants and entertainment centres.
Visit Ferrari World
If you’re a car enthusiast, Ferrari World is one of the best places in Dubai to check out. You can enjoy a wide selection of Ferrari-inspired rides and check out Ferrari’s largest store. Their Formula Rossa ride is one of the fastest rides in the world and always steals the show.
Explore Dubai MiracleGarden
Dubai Miracle Garden is a botanical wonder that never fails to take your breath away. It is a family-friendly destination offering tons of attractions to visitors of all ages. These include live shows, a trampoline park and musical performances.
Go to Wadi Wadi Water Park
With a whopping 30 rides and 3 pools, Wadi Wadi Water Park is definitely among the best water parks in Dubai to cool off. The theme of this park is based on a popular Arabian folklore character called Juha. The Burj Surj, Lagoon and Master Blaster are a few of the crowd favourites.
Go Flyboarding
Flyboarding is considered a very hip summer activity in Dubai. In fact, most beach destinations in Dubai offers tourist the chance to learn and enjoy flyboarding. It is a great way to get your heart pumping and burn some calories while having fun.
Visit Dubai Dolphinarium
The Dubai Dolphinarium is where visitors of all ages gather to bond over their love and fascination for dolphins. Here, you can catch a dolphin show, a seal show and a creek park show. Plus you can even swim with the adorable mammals to enjoy maximum interaction.
Go Indoor Skydiving at Ifly
Ifly consists of a 10-meter tall double vertical glass wind tunnel located in a mall. It is one of the best places in Dubai for adrenaline junkies to get their daily dose of adventure. Since skydiving happens indoors, it is a great summer activity to add to your list.
Try Ice Skating at Ice Rink Dubai
One of the best summer activities in Dubai is ice skating on an Olympic-sized rink at Ice Rink Dubai. Both locals and visitors flock to this place as it is one of the best in the city.
Visit Jumeirah Beach
A trip to Dubai isn’t complete without visiting Jumeirah Beach. It is one of the best places in Dubai to sit back, soak in the summer sun and work on your tan. In addition, there are lots of restaurants and resorts to explore in the nearby area.
Enjoy the Dhow Dinner Cruise
You can also get on a Dhow boat to enjoy a unique dining experience on the waters of the Dubai Marina. It also provides a quiet escape from the hustle and bustle of the city. Plus you get to enjoy a dance show and a puppet performance too.
Go to Legoland Dubai
Legoland is so popular that even adults will get excited. You can check out this one-of-a-kind amusement park to entertain the child in you. There are over 60 rides, water slides, shows and LEGO building activities.
Conclusion
Visiting Dubai is a great way to spend your summer vacation. Although the weather can be merciless at times, the cities offer so many fun attractions and activities to beat the heat.
So don’t hesitate any more and book those flight tickets now. And don’t forget to come back to this list for the most exciting experiences in Dubai.
AN ASIAN writer has explained how his new book makes Britain’s imperial past “accessible, engaging and thought-provoking” for a younger audience.
Award-winning author and journalist Sathnam Sanghera’s new book, Journeys of Empire, explores empire through 10 journeys he described as being “extraordinary”. Sanghera said his book, published last month by Puffin UK, is “a way of helping children understand how Britain’s biggest story still shapes the world today.”
“We’re not taught this history very well,” he told Eastern Eye.
“The empire is morally complex – sometimes we were good, sometimes bad – so, how do you even begin talking about it? It’s also contentious. There are millions of us whose families were colonised, and millions whose families were the colonisers.”
Teachers cannot teach what they themselves were never taught, Sanghera pointed out.
“There are multiple layers to why British people are so bad at talking about this history. It touches on race, misogyny and geopolitics. It’s easier just not to talk about it.”
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Following the success of his bestselling children’s title Stolen History, Sanghera’s this latest work continues Sanghera’s mission to write for readers aged nine and above. With a focus on human experiences, Sanghera said he wanted show that history is not just a list of dates or conquests – it’s a tapestry of stories that connect people.
Born in Wolverhampton to Punjabi immigrant parents, he began school unable to speak English. Later he graduated with first-class honours in English language and literature from Christ’s College, Cambridge.
He has since built a career as a writer and journalist.
His memoir, The Boy with the Topknot, and his novel, Marriage Material, were both shortlisted for the Costa Book Awards. Empireland, Sanghera’s exploration of Britain’s colonial legacy, was longlisted for the Baillie Gifford Prize for Non- Fiction, named a Book of the Year at the 2022 National Book Awards, and inspired the Channel 4 documentary series Empire State of Mind.
His first children’s book, Stolen History, introduced young readers to the complex and often overlooked realities of empire. With Journeys of Empire, Sanghera aims to go further. “When I finally learned about the British empire, it changed how I saw myself, how I saw Britain, and how I saw India,” he said.
“It seemed obvious that you’d want to give this gift to young people – because your 40s is a bit late to be learning all this.”
Sanghera said the 10 journeys in the book take readers across continents and centuries, revealing both the ambition and the brutality of empire.
“The British empire covered a quarter of the world’s surface and a large portion of its population. It was seven times the size of the Roman empire,” he said.
Aiming to ensure diversity in both perspective and geography, Sanghera said he chose stories from various countries and different phases of the 400-year history.
Alongside India and Mahatma Gandhi, readers will learn about Guyana’s indentured labour system, Gertrude Bell’s adventures in Iraq, and the British invasion of Tibet led by Francis Younghusband.
“I wanted to highlight areas often left out of mainstream narratives,” the writer said. The stories are written with an accessible and honest tone, and with humour.
“Violence is a tricky area,” Sanghera said. “You can’t go into graphic detail, but you also shouldn’t whitewash it. The violence and racism of colonialism were intrinsic. “I tried to strike a balance - acknowledging the brutality without overwhelming young readers.”
Writing for children isn’t much different from writing for adults, Sanghera said.
“You still need engaging stories and to hold attention. The main thing is to avoid big words that might put them off.”
He pointed out how storytelling can counter the allure of digital screens.
“Kids are addicted to screens, and reading rates are falling globally. That’s disastrous for mental health, intellectual development, and politics,” he said.
“When you get news from screens, you’re in an echo chamber – you’re not being challenged or taught to think in a nuanced way.”
Sanghera’s hope is that stories of Journeys of Empire – from pirates to princes and explorers to rebels – will draw in young readers to a world of curiosity and reflection. He said, “The British empire is a complex story. Even the ‘good guys’ had flaws. That’s what makes it worth understanding.”
At the heart of his book is a message about complexity and contradiction. “The empire involved slavery and the abolition of slavery. It caused environmental destruction and inspired environmentalism. We live in a world that struggles with nuance, but that’s what makes us human,” Sanghera said.
“My hope is that readers – kids and adults – learn that opposite things can be true at the same time.”
After six years of writing about empire, Sanghera said he’s ready for a change. His next book will focus on the late pop star George Michael, due out in June next year.
“I thought George Michael would be a nice break from empire. But then I learned that his father came from Cyprus - which was under British rule. The reason he left Cyprus was because of the British. So, even George Michael’s story connects back to empire. You can’t escape it, wherever you go.”
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