Time seems to fly at the speed of light during weekends. They tend to go by so fast that most of the time, once you return to the daily grind, you still feel that you weren’t able to do everything you wanted or needed to do.
If you’re currently in the UAE, you will easily feel the weekend literally slipping out of your hands if you don’t spend your free time here wisely.
You will also feel the same if you travel within the region’s cities for business, or work. Undoubtedly business flight charter saves you more leisure time, so squeeze in different activities in your itinerary to make the most of your stay particularly in Dubai, and elevate your travel experience further.
Fun Things to Do in Dubai During Weekends
To help you make the most out of your weekend in Dubai and Abu Dhabi, here are some useful tips and ideas:
1. Head to the Burj Khalifa
The Burj Khalifa is Dubai’s most iconic and well-known landmark. This building, however, doesn’t just offer you the best view of the city. There are lots of places to go to and things to do in and around the world-famous tourist attraction, so spending the part of the weekend there will be something you enjoy.
Once you’re in the area, start by visiting the Burj Khalifa Park, a park inspired by the beautiful desert flower, Hymenocallis. This park has six amazing water features, walkways lined by palm trees, different gardens and flowering trees.
The main attraction of the park is the Burj Khalifa water room, which consists of various pools and water jet fountains. It is located at the center of the park. The park also has two tennis courts, a wading pool, and a children’s playground.
The Dubai Mall is part of the Burj Khalifa complex as well. It is the world’s largest shopping mall with more than 1,200 retail outlets, which includes the official LFC merchandise store. This Liverpool store in Dubai is where you can shop the latest collection LFC has to offer its fans alongside signed memorabilia.
The mall also boasts 120 restaurants and cafes and a 250-room luxury hotel, making it the perfect staycation venue.
The mall is home to the following:
- SEGA Indoor Theme Park
- SEGA Republic
- Kidzania
- Oasis Fountain Waterfall
- Dancing Dubai Fountain Show
- Reel Cinemas
A visit to this famous destination, of course, won’t be complete without spending time at the Burj Khalifa itself. The best time to do some sightseeing is during sunset. To avoid waiting in line to get in, you can book your ticket online so that you can get in faster.
2. Go on a road trip
Due to its location, Dubai is an excellent starting point for road trips. Whether you’re driving your own car or renting one, as long as you have the necessary driving permit, you can enjoy everything that the city and the United Arab Emirates have to offer via its long and winding roads.
From Dubai, you can take scenic routes to some of the best places to visit in and near the country, which include:
- Abu Dhabi (UAE’s capital city)
- Al Ain (the Garden City)
- Hatta (one of the UAE’s most popular weekend getaways)
- Fujairah (known for its beautiful beaches and amazing coastlines)
- Musandam (a beautiful, pristine peninsula in Oman)
By carefully planning your itinerary, you can easily have the best weekend of your life on the roads in the UAE.
Alternatively, you can charter a flight from Dubai to explore other cities and neighboring countries. With this option, you can experience unparalleled convenience and efficiency as you travel.
With a private jet hire, you can skip the hassles of traditional airports, long security lines, and layovers. You can enjoy the luxury of private aviation and a seamless journey, making the exploration of nearby destinations an exclusive, stress-free and time-saving endeavor.
3. Go on a desert safari
Dubai is known for its vast and picturesque desert areas. When you choose the right tour or travel package, you can have the chance to experience a genuine Bedouin lifestyle in the middle of the desert.
Typical desert safaris include a 4×4 drive to an authentic Bedouin campsite and a thrilling ride around the sand dunes via a Land Rover. If you’re lucky to be able to stay until sunset, you’ll get to see the spectacular view of the setting sun and see the stars under the clear, magical night skies.
Certain desert safari tours also include an overnight stay in the camp. You’ll get to enjoy a superb dinner and stay in your tent of choice once you’ve had enough of the festivities.
4. Explore Dubai Creek
If you want to explore Dubai’s waterway in a relaxing way, take an abra ride or dhow cruise along the Dubai Creek.
Your journey down the Dubai Creek allows you to spend time in different places of interest in and near the area. These include:
- The Dubai souks (spice and gold souks)
- Al Bastakiya Heritage District
- Deira Clocktower
- Deira alley
- Women’s Museum
- Naif Museum
- Wafi Mall (where you can enjoy an 18-hole game of glow-in-the-dark mini-golf at Tee & Putt)
5. Spend the day outdoors
Visiting the best beaches in Abu Dhabi and Dubai should be part of your itinerary of things to do here on a weekend.
Both cities also has several beautiful green spaces where you can relax and have fun. These parks are all family-friendly and have impressive facilities and features that include gardens, water features, ponds, and children’s playgrounds. Many of them also have tennis, basketball, and volleyball courts.
Most parks also have barbecue or cooking and picnic areas, which means you can bring a basket full of your favorite goodies. Don’t forget to pack a blanket to enjoy the lovely views and relaxing outdoor space.
UAE boasts so many local attractions and world-famous landmarks that it can be hard to visit all these places in just one weekend. But definitely, you won’t get bored and run out of things to do in this city during your free days.
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