How To Have Fun Without Spending A Fortune This Summer
Keeping busy doesn’t need to mean throwing heaps of money at activities and experiences this summer – there are some awesome offers out there whether you’re looking to eat out, staycation or keep the kids happy and we’ve put together a few of our faves for you to work through. Enjoy, mamas!
Why should kids have all the fun? Parents can now enjoy Pool & Beach access while their children and teens get stuck into Atlantis, The Palm’s exciting Summer Camp programmes. From Sunday, 1st July until Thursday, 30th August, parents can enjoy a day of much-deserved relaxation while their little ones channel their inner athlete, budding chef or adventurer between 9am and 5pm (that’s 8 whole child-free hours by the way…). All summer camp programs include daily lunch, healthy snacks and complimentary access to Aquaventure Waterpark, Royal Pool and Zero Entry Pool – absolutely brilliant.
For kids aged 3 – 15 years, from AED 1,200 per week (including free access for parents too!)
Click here for more info
Get your swimsuit ready, mama, it’s time to hit the beach and the pool at Anantara, The Palm. Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and chill out in the hotel’s crystal clear lagoon waters before tucking into a special set menu included at The Beach House. Whether the kids are at camp and you’re grabbing some ‘me time’ or you’re hitting the water en famille, this is one of our fave spots in Dubai.
Read More: A day cation at Anantara The Palm, Dubai
AED 299 per person (Beach access + set menu for lunch at The Beach House)
Offer valid from Saturday until Thursday until 30 September 2018.
For reservations call +971 4 567 8304, WhatsApp +971 56 189 7000 or email restaurants.dubai@anantara.com
Want to spend summer lounging in a chilled pool? Of course you do, mamas! And RIVA on Palm Jumeirah is one of the best places to do it – especially as their summer special offer is just too good to miss. This season, RIVA are discounting weekend day pass rates and an exclusive three-month Summer Membership Package. The day pass includes 2 free drinks and costs AED 105 per adult and AED 55 per child and Summer Membership will give you 3 months of unlimited access to the beach and pool during open hours, full use of the gym and 10% discount on all food and beverages.
Single Summer Membership – AED 2,000
Couple Summer Membership – AED 3,000
Family Summer Membership – AED 4,000
Valid until end August 2018
www.riva-beach.com
Date night on the cards? Head to Bleu Blanc by David Myers (aka The Gypsy Chef) on Wednesdays where you’ll not only be greeted with the most gorgeous interiors and rustic ambience but also unlimited grape and nibbles for 2 hours (between 6pm and 9pm) for only AED 195 per person. Time to dust off those heels, mamas!
With room rates starting at AED 750 and a hotel credit of AED 650 that can be redeemed in any of the hotel’s dining outlets during your stay, DUKES Dubai is a very good idea this summer! This quintessentially British hotel is perfect if you’re longing to be in London but aren’t traveling over the hols. Sister hotel to the award-winning DUKES LONDON in Mayfair, this elegant Dubai hotel reflects its sister property’s flair for understated sophistication, and unrivalled attention to detail plus heaps of restaurants, an outdoor infinity pool, lazy river, beach club, DUKESY kids club, indoor pool and fitness center.
Offer includes:
- Complimentary Wi-Fi access
- Early check-in & late check out (subject to availability)
- 25% off Spa treatments at Dreamworks Spa
- Complimentary access to the lazy river, infinity pool, private beach and fitness centre
- Complimentary access to DUKESY Kids’ Club from 10:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Complimentary shuttle service thrice daily to Dubai Marina Mall and Mall of the Emirates
- Water sports activities (upon request)
Whether you want a date night or a date day Cote D’Azur Style, Summersalt can do it all. With a special day pass offer of AED 250 per person (over weekends too!) which includes a complimentary drink and fruit plate as well as an all you can eat/drink offer every Friday, this is one way to get your South of France fix without leaving Dubai. Oysters, rosé, lobster salad and crashing waves – heavenly.
Day pass AED250 per person
Day pass including all you can eat/drink each Friday AED 595 per person
For reservations, telephone: +971 4 366 7680 or email Restaurants@jumeirah.com
There’s nothing like unleashing a little creativity – both for mamas and kids – to take your mind off how hot it is outdoors! We’re absolutely loving the range of classes and workshops on offer at thejamjar in Al Quoz – from interactive art and music workshops for parents to enjoy with their kids to Mister Man ‘pop art’ for ages 3-6 and even free sessions including portrait painting and learning to paint with watercolour – it all sounds absolutely fab.
Kids aged 6-11 can get stuck into the most amazing range of workshops at Le BHV Marais in City Walk (that’s a gorgeous French department store if you weren’t sure). In collaboration with Collage Center, the littles can try their hand at everything from painting their own portrait in Van Gogh style to creating wind chimes or dream catchers plus using recycled items to make art and much more. They’ll also get a delicious kiddie meal and you can get a 30% discount on Careem rides to and from Le BHV Marais with the code Le BHV Marais. Allez!
Workshops from AED 150. Book now on +971 (0) 4 403 3000 or contact customer.service@LeBHVMarais.
There’s LOADS going on for the whole family at Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club (just opposite Arabian Ranches). From swimming to riding and more plus fantastic prices and reductions, it’s time to pack up your swim bags or get in the saddle. Here are some of our faves:
Weekends at the pool
The weather is hotting up so what better way to beat the heat than head to Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club’s substantial family pool every Thursday evening from 7pm for a little splash around and dip at sunset?!
Time: 7pm-9pm
Date: Every Thursday
Price: Adults – AED 50, kids – AED 40
Equine Day Out
Kids will be treated to a horsey day out including watching an Arabian Horse display, getting to feel the horses soft coat and enjoying a 30 minute riding lesson on one of these majestic animals. They’ll then watch a farrier demonstration and finish off with a relaxing 45 minute dip in the pool.
Date: Upon request
Price: AED 130
Summer riding package
Beat the heat with 50% off Dubai Polo & Equestrian Club’s exclusive riding package. Yay!
Date: 25 June – 1 September
We’re huge fans of The Entertainer, an amazing app which scores you 2 for 1 deals on everything from meals out to spa treatments, activities to play spaces. So worth buying – especially as it’s on offer at the moment!
Read More: Interview With Donna Benton, Founder Of The Entertainer
Beat the summer heat and banish boredom at XPark Jr! Yup it’s an outdoor space but this fabulous natural playscape has installed cooling mist machines to keep the kiddos feeling fresh and there are water features and ‘streams’ to paddle about and splash in. From navigating wooden climbing forts to animal care, planting to indoor arts & crafts – it’s the perfect place to start the day and get that all important dose of nature.
Get the Summer Pass now to enjoy unlimited entry to XPark Jr for 1 child and 1 adult for only AED 300, valid every day until 31st August 2018.
For more info, contact: +97154 5825561 / info@xparkjr.com
Read More: XPark Jr, Dubai’s New Magical Place For Kids To Play
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