Mall of the Emirates

You would be mistaken to believe that you couldn't ski in the desert. Massive Ski Dubai is located at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, where you can ski, snowboard, go zorbing, or make penguin pals. When it all becomes too much, you can just escape to one of the mall's cafes or cafés and see everything happening on the slopes below. You can even take skiing lessons there. More than 600 businesses, including department stores Harvey Nichols and Debenhams as well as Marks & Spencer, provide a wide range of shopping options.

Everything from Chanel to Gucci is available for high-end shopping at Dubai's Mall of the Emirates, or if you're on a tighter budget, you may buy at high street retailers. Among the well-known brands are Mango, Zara, Topshop, and H&M. If you're searching for a fun family day out, Magic Planet, VOX Cinemas, and Yalla Bowling are all options. Peckish? Visit one of the numerous eateries in the area, such as Common Grounds for a filling breakfast (get there early; it's usually busy) or Din Tai Fung, a favorite of Sarabeth from Gossip Girl (there will be a wait, but it's worth it).