June 13 - The Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment has announced highlights of this year’s Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS), which include international shows, musicals, and shopping and promotions throughout Dubai. The 13th edition of DSS has a budget of Dh 60 million, starts on June 17th and runs for 52 days until August 7th. Modhesh World, the biggest indoor edutainment venue in the region will be a major attraction at DSS 2010.
Laila Suhail, Chief Executive of DEPE said “We have endeavored to present a spectacular combination of attractions that create a comprehensive holiday package for all visitors and residents in Dubai during DSS.” She said the marketing slogan this year is ‘Dubai, your summer destination of surprises’. DSS 2010 will focus on retail promotions at 25 select shopping malls where a purchase of Dh500 gives shoppers the chance to win vouchers from some of the best entertainment venues in Dubai.
Wild Wadi is a water-theme park spread over 12 acres and featuring 23 exciting rides. Visitors sitting on rubber rings are pushed to the top by high powered water jets. They then come sliding down the flumes for a gentle entry into the temperature- controlled water. Numerous lifeguards patrolling all the rides make even the timidest person take them head on. Prices include the use of ...
The tour allows you to enjoy the opportunity of discovering the beauty of nature at the same time enhance your botanical knowledge by having exposure to over 10,000 different species of flora. Covering an enormous area of 38 hectares this place where you are accompanied with a travel guide allows you to educate yourself and enjoy the dazzling surroundings simultaneously. Address: Observatory ...
All but destroyed completely by the earthquake, its crushed pillars and fragile arches, exposed to the weather, are all that remain of this place. The Museu Arqueologico nearby houses objects such as 14th century carved tombs, Palaeolithic flint stones and even a trio of mummies: one Egyptian and two quite freaky Peruvian ones. Tel: +213 478 629 Admission Prices: adult/under 14yr €2.50/free, f...
Located adjacent to the National Art Gallery, this small but charmingly designed museum is known for its temporary displays of impressive contemporary artwork by aspiring local artists. ...