KidZania celebrates 2nd anniversary and DSF

• Celebrations coincide with Dubai Shopping Festival
• KidZania® to be divided into seven continents, with themed décor and activities
• Entertainment activities and chance to win Treasure Chest of up to 2,222 KidZos in 22 seconds

The colours of the world, drawn from all the seven continents, will come alive at KidZania, the award-winning children’s edutainment centre managed by Emaar Retail LLC in The Dubai Mall, this month.
Marking the second anniversary of the children’s city, which offers the little ones over 80 professional role plays that simulate real-life professions, the ‘Colours of the World’ celebration at KidZania will be held all month until February 5, 2012, coinciding with Dubai Shopping Festival, the region’s largest shopping and entertainment extravaganza. Read more

An unforgettable evening at Cirque du Soleil, ZAIA

Not many modern-day world-class performances could be a better choice for a New Year’s Eve celebration than ZAIA. And when the circus is no other, but Cirque du Soleil, rest assured you are on for absolutely unforgettable night of magic, laugh and positive emotions.

The Canadian Cirque du Soleil was performing recently in Las Vegas, which is a bit far destination for Dubai’s and in general Middle Eastern party goers. However, a nearby permanent residence for the world’s most famous circus is open all-year long in Macau, near Hong Kong, at the Italian style inspired Venetian resort, also home to Asia’s biggest casino. Read more

Special Christmas Holiday at Disneyland Paris

What could be a better Christmas gift than a holiday trip to Disneyland Paris? Now is the right time to book as Disney is offering up to 50% discounts on hotel & park ticket package during the festive season!

Book by the 19th of December and enjoy up to 50% discount on stays at the Disneyland Hotel, Disney’s Hotel New York, Disney’s Newport Bay Club or Disney’s Sequoia Lodge. A 40% discount is offered on stays at Disney’s Hotel Cheyenne, Disney’s Hotel Santa Fe and Disney’s Davy Crockett Ranch. Read more

Gifts & gourmet goodies at Dubai Marina Mall

• Gingerbread making, Cupcake decorating, visits from Georgie the Gingerbread Man, daily train rides and much more

Dubai Marina Mall, the popular lifestyle shopping destination for residents and visitors to the Dubai Marina community and New Dubai, has a cheerful line-up of activities scheduled for festive season, starting December 6 onwards.

Everything will be in place to set the mood for that special time of the year with gourmet goodies and gifts on sale in the Atrium, a gift wrapping station available on Level P and various themed workshops and activities to entertain the children. Read more

Top Christmas Gifts for Entrepreneurial Kids in 2011

Many online users in Dubai and wider UAE are accustomed to online shopping, as it saves time and efforts. Delivery is not a problem anywhere in the Emirates, because Aramex is fast in bringing packages to your doorstep for a modest fee. Already established and addicted online shoppers are aware of the Black Friday sales events hosted by Amazon this week , as every other last week of November during the past years. It is an exiting occasion, because it presents an opportunity to choose from thousands of items – some not available in the UAE and others offered for half of the price you can find it in Dubai shopping malls. Read more

The Muppets red carpet gala to headline DIFF’s Cinema for Children

• Animation, adventure, Vikings, Santas and more in five family films

The first big-screen adventure of the Muppets in 12 years will be the red carpet gala for the eighth Dubai International Film Festival’s Cinema for Children programme, leading a lineup of four special family films screening from December 7 to 14, 2011.

Directed by James Bobin, the first Disney-produced Muppet film stars Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, Animal, Scooter among other Muppets, and Jason Segel (Despicable Me; Gulliver’s Travels), three-time Academy Award nominee Amy Adams (Junebug; Doubt; Julie & Julia), Academy Award Winner Christopher Cooper (Adaptation; Capote); and Rashida Jones (The Social Network; NBC’s The Office). Read more

Dubai Dolphinarium extends The Illusion Show

• Due to public demand Dubai Dolphinarium extended The Illusion show until 31st of December

Over 15,000 people watched The Illusion show by Max Stevenson at the dolphinarium during the month of October. And due to the public demand Dubai Dolphinarium decided to extend The Illusion show until 31st of December.

“It’s amazing to work at Dubai Dolphinarium and see dolphins every day. I like the combination of The Illusion show and The Dolphin show. Dolphins are themselves magical creatures. ” said Max. Read more

31st International Arab Children Congress starts today in Abu Dhabi

• Event under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak to open with operetta by 100+ Emirati children

Under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Supreme Chairperson of the Family
Development Foundation, President of UAE Women’s General Union Chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Motherhood &Childhood, the 31st International Arab Children Congress, starts today (November 13, 2011), with the opening ceremony at the Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi. Read more

Arab Children Congress to be held for first time in Abu Dhabi

• More than 15 Arab and Foreign Countries Have Confirmed their Participation in the Congress, Being Held under the Theme “Sustainability Development is the Responsibility of All”

Over 150 children and supervisors from 15 plus Arab and international countries are gathering in Abu Dhabi for the 31st Arab Children Congress on November 13th 2011 at the Emirates Palace Hotel. The Arab Children Congress, under the patronage of Her Highness Sheikha Fatima Bint Mubarak, Supreme Chairperson of the Family Development Foundation, President of UAE Women’s General Union, and Chairwoman of the Supreme Council for Motherhood &Childhood; and headed by the presence of Her Majesty Queen Noor Al Hussein, Founder & Chairwoman of Board of Trustees of King Hussein Foundation in the Kingdom of Jordan; is following the theme “Sustainable Development is the Responsibility of All.” Read more

Nutrition Education Workshop for Children in Dubai

In line with its ongoing commitment to promote good nutrition and healthy living through engaging activities, and in response to the continuous demands from schools to contribute in nutrition education for children, Nestlé created the “Leaders of the New Healthy World”. This interactive workshop, specifically designed by the Nutrition Expert team at Nestlé for children in Dubai between the ages of 8-10, teaches the basics of nutrition and the role of food and physical activity on the body. Read more

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