Dubai: New ticket prices for top 3 winter attractions

Winter is here! As temperatures drop, Dubai turns into a wonderland of winter attractions - full of fun activities for the whole family to do. People are taking advantage of the weather to enjoy outdoor activities, such as hiking and picnics.

There are many places in the emirate that operate only during the winter months, and allow residents and visitors alike to experience the beauty Dubai has to offer in the pleasant outdoors.

This year, ticket prices for three winter attractions have changed as new features and activities are added for visitors to enjoy.

1. Global Village

Global Village opened for its 27th season on October 25. The massive destination boasts both classic favourite pavilions and performances, and new attractions such as the Road of Asia walking street and the an Asian-inspired floating market.

A couple of new pavilions have been added this year - Qatar and Oman.

A new value ticket has been introduced as well, which is valid only from Sunday to Thursday.

- New ticket prices for Global Village: Tickets bought online come with a 10 per cent discount. Any-day tickets are for Dh25 (Dh22.5 online). Value tickets are available for Dh20 (Dh18 online) and these valid Sunday to Thursday except public holidays. Park entry tickets are valid for a single entry.

- Old ticket price for Global Village: Dh15

2. Dubai Garden Glow

The Zaabel Park attraction is back this year with a host of new exhibits. It includes five parks - Glow Park, Ice Park, Dinosaur Park, Magic Park, Art Park - that set the senses aglow with lanterns arranged in eye-catching arrangements and animatronics.

The newest addition, the Glowing Safari, features dozens of lanterns shaped like animals and flowers. The attractions throughout the park are created using more than 10 million energy-saving light bulbs.

- New ticket price for Dubai Garden Glow: Dh70 including 5 per cent VAT

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