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Family Time The best resorts across the UAE ensuring fun for all the family

FOUR SEASONS DUBAI ON JUMEIRAH BEACH

Atlantis The Palm WHERE: Dubai As the crown of Dubai’s famous The Palm, this hotel is also the crowning jewel for families to enjoy quality time together. With the Atlantis Aquaven ture Waterpark, Dubai’s largest aquarium and the chance to swim with some friendly marine mammals, there’s no shortage of activities for the kids. Foodwise there’s plenty of familyfriendly choices including Gor don Ramsay’s Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, Ronda Locatelli or the Seafire Steakhouse & Bar. For parents to have a night away from the children enjoy a meal at Nobu, Hakkasan or Os siano. To make the most of your stay, opt for one of the Atlantis’ luxurious Club Suites – there are both one and two bed op tions – to ensure you have space for the whole family. THE DETAILS Situated at the top of the Palm Jumeirah, the resort is just a 30-minute drive from Dubai International Airport. Suite rates begin at Dhs980 per night. For reservations call +971 4 426 2000.

Ritz-Carlton Dubai WHERE: Dubai With one of the most fabulous stretches of beaches in all of the emirate, The Ritz Carlton Dubai houses a total of eight restaurants and six pools – two of which are for families and two more are just for children. To get some alone time away from children, drop the kids o at the Ritz Kids club which oers a programme with four concepts – water, land, en vironmental responsibility and culture – for guests aged four to 12. Meanwhile, parents can spend some relaxation time in the spa or enjoy a leisurely lunch together. THE DETAILS Located near Dubai Marina, the resort is a 30-minute drive from the airport. Room rates start from Dhs920 for a bed and breakfast rate. For reservations call +971 4 399 4000.

Anantara The Palm WHERE: Dubai Immerse yourself in a fivestar resort experience at the Thai-themed Anantara resort in Dubai. There’s something for everyone of all ages with a whole host of in-resort activities including kayaking, waterski ing, paddleboarding, tennis and beach volleyball. In addition,

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there is also a teen and kids club. You can also embrace new adventures with your family with a world-class fishing trip or take an adventure underwater diving. Family-friendly in-resort dining options include Revo Café, The Beach House and Bushman’s Restaurant & Bar. THE DETAILS Thirty minutes from Dubai airport, the luxurious resort is located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah. Standard room rates including bed and breakfast start from Dhs757. For reservations call +971 4 567 8888.

Four Seasons Dubai on Jumeirah Beach WHERE: Dubai This Dubai resort likes to make their youngest guests feel just as special as the adults. The re sort’s free-form outdoor pool makes it the perfect gathering for kids to make friends and it’s only meters away from the beach for children to enjoy fun in the sand. The five-star hotel’s concierge is also on-hand to help arrange any activities little ones may be interested in. The Four Seasons Jumeirah also has a complimen tary kids’ programme which is for children aged four to 12 and is designed to both educate and entertain. For parents wanting a late-night out without children, the centre is open until 11pm on Thursdays and Fridays. THE DETAILS Just 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport, this resort ensures you’ll experience the best of Jumeirah Beach. For a deluxe city-view room rates start at Dhs1,300. For reservations call +971 4 270 7788. Dubai airport, it’s the perfect place to go to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. For a onebedroom beachfront villa rates start from Dhs3,720 per night. For reservations call +971 7 204 8888.

Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas WHERE: Abu Dhabi For families making a trip to Abu Dhabi, the luxurious Saadiyat

SAADIYAT ROTANA RESORT & VILLAS

Ritz-Carlton Al Hamra Beach WHERE: Ras Al Khaimah Enjoy the secluded oasis of the Arabian Gulf at the RitzCarlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach. The resort’s kids programme perfectly immerses young travellers in the natural wonders and the cultural tradi tions of Ras Al Khaimah. One notable activity that the whole family can enjoy is the resort’s nature walk where guests can connect with Mother Nature. THE DETAILS Just under an hour’s drive from Rotana Resort & Villas suits everyone. Young guests aged four to 16 can enjoy the fun at Aladdin’s Cave, the resort’s kids club. Activities include fun on the lazy river, splash pool, cinema zone, teen zone and a water slide. Meanwhile, parents can let their cares dri away at the resort’s inhouse spa aptly named Zen. THE DETAILS Located 30 minute from Abu Dhabi Airport, enjoy the tranquil surroundings of Saadiyat Island. Rates for a classic king room start from Dhs850 per night. For reservations call +971 2 697 0000.

T H E DIRECTORY

A

Accessorize (04) 3399098 Ace Hardware 800 275223 Armani Junior (04) 3420111 Arabian Adventures (04) 3034888 Atelier De Courcelles (04) 3253544 Abercrombie Kids (04) 3476426 Adidas (04) 2355276

B

Babyshop (04) 4574254 Bloomingdale’s (04) 3505333 Bonpoint (04) 4340494 Boss (04) 2438297 Bubbles & Giggles (04) 4581212 Burberry (04) 3399466

C

Cacharel Paris (04) 3398661 Carter’s (04) 4415020 Chloé (04) 3300700 Clarins (04) 4340522 Cotton On Kids (04) 3685207 Certo, Radisson Blu Hotel (04) 3669111

D

Diesel Kids (04) 3399163 Dior (04) 3253787 Diptyque (04) 3308423 DKNY (04) 3414343 Dolce & Gabbana (800) 365923 Dubai Herbal and Treatment Centre (04) 3351200 Dubai Ice Rink (800) 382246255

F

Favourite Things (04) 4341984 Fendi Kids (04) 3253761 Footlocker Kids (04) 4190291

G

Galeries Lafayette (04) 3399933 Gap (04) 3398784 Giordano (04) 3410117 Gingersnaps (04) 2328651 GlamOnYou (04) 3855486 Gucci (04) 3410669 Guess Kids (04) 3997655 Gymboree (04) 2840728 Gap Kids (04) 3398784

H

H&M (04) 4190588 Hackett (04) 3253237 Hamleys (04) 3398889 Harvey Nichols (04) 4098888 HelloKitty Spa (04) 3887525 Hermès (04) 2778251

I J K

Ikea (04) 2037555 Il Gufo (04) 3308418 Jenny Rose (04) 3410577 Jacadi (04) 3209545 Katakeet (04) 3549411 Kafo Academy (050) 7780758 Kiddy Couture (050) 6002202 Kido (04) 5517664 Kids Puzzle (04) 4340151

L

Lacoste (04) 3398294 Lancôme (04) 3882390 Lanvin (04) 3555310 Little Angels (04) 4392306 Little Bunnies (04) 3517955 Lush (04) 5608503

M

Mamas & Papas (04) 3399481 Mango (04) 3414324 Marni (04) 3549417 Marc Jacobs (04) 3411202 Massimo Dutti (04) 3413151 Moschino (04) 3398079 Mothercare (04) 4190337 Monsoon (04) 3410479 Matalan (04) 2524451 Mumzworld (04) 4339455 Mums & Bumps (04) 2828677

N O P

Natura Bissé (04) 2993090 Next (04) 4190522 Neck and Neck (04) 4210673 Nike (04) 3410833 Okaidi (04) 3471411 OshKosh B'gosh (04) 3398298 Pablosky (04) 3399044 Party Centre (04) 4533373 Paul Smith (04) 3398572 Petit Bateau (04) 3941597

Q R S

Ralph Lauren Kids (04) 3559866 Reiss (04) 3455010 River Island Kids (04) 3399415 S*uce (04) 3447270 Salam Kido (04) 2843837 Sonia Rykiel (04) 3308464 Smitten Boutique (04) 4582028 Stella McCartney (04) 3399179 Sacoor Kids (04) 7053858

T

Timberland (04) 4264954 Tod’s (04) 3413033 Tommy Hilfiger Kids (04) 3410260 Topshop (04) 3399802 Toys R Us (04) 2066552 Tryano 800 879266

V Z

Via Bambino (050) 4664559 Virgin Megastore (04) 3414353 Zara Kids (04) 3512257 Zen Yoga (04) 3670435

After-School Activities Café Ceramique (04) 344 7331 Cooking Sense (04) 882 1295 Discover Me (055) 406 9095 Dubai Ladies Club (04) 349 9922 Dubai Miracle Garden (04) 422 8902 Management (04) 427 1200 Peekaboo (04) 344 7122 Raffles Campus School of Hospitality Sharjah Science Museum (06) 5668777 Top Chef (04) 385 5781

Music and Dance

The Ballet Centre (04) 344 9776 Boogie Babies at Fitness First (04) 363 7444 Courtyard Playhouse (050) 986 1760 Dance Studios JLT (04) 457 9228 Ductac (04) 341 4777 James & Alex Dance Studios (04) 447 0773 Jumeirah Music Centre (04) 349 2662 Kids Theatre Works (050) 158 5653 Sharmila Dance (050) 858 1084 The Drama Scene (055) 310 0984

Arts and Crafts

Craft Studio (050) 558 6061 International Art Centre (04) 344 4398 Jam Jar Gallery (04) 341 7303 Kidz Art (04) 341 4777 Mirath Art Center (04) 329 3330

Beauty

Babysouk (04) 321 4328 Boots (04) 419 0301 Bloomingdale’s (04) 350 5333 Blush and Bloom (058) 598 2658 Clarins (04) 434 0522 Lamise Beauty (04) 399 1705 L’Occitane (04) 339 8148 Lollicuts, Sunset Mall (04) 380 9087

Childcare and Nurseries

Asya’s Nursery (04) 435 6627 Dubai Ladies Club (04) 349 9922 Favourite Things (04) 434 1984 Just Kidding (04) 346 6050 Kiddy Planet (04) 328 4465 Kids Island (04) 394 2578 Ladybird Nursery (04) 344 1011 Orange Tree Children’s Nursery (04) 386 1578 Peekaboo (04) 347 0622 Smart Childrens Nursery (04) 398 0074 Stepping Stones (04) 288 6608 Super Kids Nursery (04) 288 1949 Teddy Bear Nursery (02) 556 8566 The Little Champions' Nursery (04) 344 6420 The Palms Nursery (04) 394 7017 Yellow Brick Road (04) 282 8290

Sports and Fitness

Dubai Creek Golf Academy (058) 627 9486 Dubai Karate Centre (04) 344 7797 Dubai Bowling Centre (04) 339 1010 Dubai Indoor Kartdrome (04) 806 2220 Hundred Pilates Studio (04) 429 8433 IFly (04) 231 6292 Jumble 800 586 253 Tee & Putt Minigolf (04) 357 3290 Trident Wellness Centre (04) 441 6287 Soccer Kids Dubai (055) 207 3168 The Little Gym (04) 445 6850 Urban Energy (055) 886 9158 Zen Yoga (04) 367 0435

Entertainment

Aqua Play (04) 2316306 Cheeky Monkeys (04) 3850875 Dubai Parks and Resorts 800 2629464 Ferrari World 600 511 115 Hub Zero 800 637 227 IMG World 600 500 962 KidZania 800 3822 46255 Legoland (04) 820 3123 Magic Planet (04) 341 4000 Playnation (04) 231 6257 Ski Dubai (04) 800 386 Yas Waterworld (02) 414 2000

Party Organisers

Frenzy Events (04) 340 0588 Funky Monkey Playland (04) 388 4114 Magic Phil (052) 865 0530 Rent a Party (055) 1194093 The Big Moo Events (04) 341 9935

Spas and Clubs

Al Asalla Spa (04) 344 9445 Caboodle Pamper and Play (04) 325 3367 Hello Kitty Beauty Spa (04) 388 7525 Ritz Kids Club (04) 399 4000 Sindbad’s Kids Club (04) 406 8615