The Dolphinarium provides a great show for all the family. We paid extra for premium seats, but once we were inside we realised that this wasn’t necessary: everyone there got a great view. Once you’ve paid your money, the only other thing that’s there is a fastfood-type restaurant. Across the expanse of grass is a […]
Dubai
Burj Khalifa / Khalifa Tower, Dubai
The Khalifa Tower, the tallest building in the world, was renamed the Burj Khalifa before it opened. You’ll need to book your trip up the Burj Khalifa – the tallest building in the world at least 48 hours before you plan to go. If you just turn up on the day, you may not get […]
Dubai Aquarium, Dubai Mall
This is a quick post I’ll add to one day!… In the Dubai Mall, not only is there the enormous aquarium, but you can go behind it to see sea creatures and penguins, and have some great close encounters! Your children will probably be as amazed by these archer fish as we were… [jwplayer mediaid=”2500″] And […]
Where to buy English books
There are two main bookshops for English speakers in Al Ain: Magrudy’s in Bawadi Mall Books Plus in the Al Jimi Mall Magrudy’s is the biggest bookshop with an excellent selection. You will be offered a loyalty card which will enable you at times to get up to 25% discount off books and other goods. […]