Christmas time is holiday time in most places in the world. Therefore, you can see many vacationers flocking to some of the best places in the world. One such place is Dubai. Dubai is one of the best places in the world to visit during Christmas. Here, you can make the most out of your vacation, and have an amazing time. There’s so much to do, and see here that you will be spoilt for choice on what activities to indulge in. Here a few reasons why Dubai is at its very best during Christmas season.

Weather

Dubai is hot for most part of the year. Temperatures can reach a painful 50 degrees Celsius. It is so hot that people rarely venture out during the day. Even bus stops have to be air conditioned. However, during Christmas season, the temperatures are quite bearable and the nights are pleasant and cool. The weather only further adds to the holiday cheer, as you will see many tourists out and about, enjoying what the city has to offer. In most countries, it’s either too cold, or too hot (Southern Hemisphere), but the weather in Dubai is just perfect during Christmas.

Dubai Shopping Festival


It is during this time that the shopping festival in Dubai takes place. Many people actually buy DSF packages, and come to enjoy their holidays and the festival. Each year, the dates of DSF change, but it mostly takes place in December or January. The festival goes on for almost a month. Buyers get crazy discounts and offers on the best products. There’s also a daily raffle draw with insane prizes like cash, gold, cars and more. DSF is one of the best reasons to visit Dubai during the Christmas season.  

Food

We all know Dubai is a gastronomical paradise all throughout the year, but during Christmas, it is more so. There are many wonderful Christmas special treats being served in cafes and bakeries. Many five star hotels and swanky restaurants have Christmas special meals. There are elaborate, elegant menus full of delicious and wonderful food. And since these places obtain special licenses, they also serve alcohol. After all, what is a Christmas meal without some wine and eggnog. These hearty meals are one of the main draws for celebrating Christmas in Dubai.

Dubai Winter Festival

When Dubai does something, it does it in style. So, why should Christmas be any different? The Dubai Winter Festival, which is held in Dubai Media City Amphitheater, is one of the best celebrations of Christmas in the whole of Middle East. It is an outdoor celebration, and the whole area is covered in artificial snow. There a skits and performances, and also carol singers. There’s also Santa’s Grotto where kids can meet Santa and tell him what they want for Christmas. The festival also has a fun fair and a winter market for shopping. The festival is now in its 7th year, and many Christmas tourists come here for a real Christmas feel.

Mall Fun


Some places that really know how to celebrate Christmas are the malls. Huge Christmas trees, colourful lights, attractive decorations and more, will entice you and get you into the Christmas mood. Many of these places also hold exclusive workshops for children, where they can spend time, learn something new, and enjoy themselves. Two places one must visit is the Ice Rink in Dubai Mall and Ski Dubai inside the Mall of Emirates. Ice Skating and Skiing are two natural parts of Christmas celebrations and you can actually enjoy them inside a mall.

So, book the best DSF packages and get ready to celebrate Christmas in style. As you can see, there’s a lot more than just a shopping festival in Dubai. Dubai goes all out in ensuring its tourists get the best of what the city has to offer. Christmas time is celebration time, and what better place than the most stylish and decadent city in the world. Though there are 5 reasons mentioned, there are many reasons why to visit Dubai during Christmas season. So, to make Christmas celebrations extra special, choose Dubai and get ready to make memories of a lifetime.  

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