As we dive into a fresh start, January 2022 presents an endless medium of fun and adventure in the city of Dubai.  As the coldest month of the year, tourists and residents are part of an encouraging ambiance for taking advantage of the city’s several up-and-coming trends and outdoor tourist attractions. To make the most of the seasonal festivities, our team of experts put together a list of must-see locations.

Dubai Shopping Festival

As the city commences its largest shopping festival, millions of residents and tourists rush on over to take advantage of the city’s massive retail industry. Apart from giving its residents access to attractive prices and discounted rates, the festival strives to conquer much more this year. Officials have claimed that the Dubai Shopping Festival 2022 will essentially cover the overarching concept of ‘The Future of Dubai’.

In light of this, visitors will witness live entertainment, drone shows, and lighting experiences catered to showcasing the city’s high-end tech industry. Moreover, the month-long event will also feature attractive shopping bonanzas, discounts, and promotional offers at every mall in the region.

Hot Air Balloon

One of the perks of spending winters in Dubai is the unending opportunity to explore outdoor attractions. The Hot Air Balloon ride offers gorgeous views of Dubai’s Desertscape, presenting a truly once-in-a-lifetime experience for all.  The Balloon ride will be shortly followed by a drive in the 1950s Land Rover to a much-needed breakfast by the Bedouin Camp. In light of the weather, we encourage all passengers to carry a warm jacket. Check out Balloon Adventures for more information and grab your tickets now.

Global Village

Having been the region’s most top-rated tourist-friendly outdoor setting, Global Village opens its doors to a lively space this winter, featuring live entertainment, concerts, rides, and much more. The entire venue is a collation of 90 country pavilions, gathered to showcase and represent the best of its origin country.

With tickets starting from AED 15 per person (buy either at the venue/ online), visitors can expect, lively entertainment shows such as concerts and musicals, gripping rides, and plenty of sumptuous street food of varying cuisines.

Dubai Water Canal

The Dubai Water Canal is well-known for its picturesque location, at the heart of Business Bay. The area provides breath-taking views of the city’s exotic skyline across from its 3.2KM long waterway. Dinner cruises on the Dubai Water Canal are one of the most popular ways to take advantage of this picture-perfect location. Many boats and cruise rentals are available in the area, with a 2.5-hour trip around the canal that includes a full dinner buffet and live entertainment.

Trips begin at 6 PM and start at AED 250. Visitors who are interested in attending can now purchase tickets here.

Dubai Running Festival 2022

In March 2022, the streets of Dubai will be closed in order to host the ‘Dubai Running Festival,’ which will run from the base of the Burj Khalifa to the DIFC district. The finish line will revert to Burj Park, celebrating its runners as they continue on to the rest of the festival.

The running festival serves as an innovative nudge towards adopting an active lifestyle for the new year. Runners will experience stunning views of the city’s downtown area during its colder months, while they make their way over to the finish line. Marathoners are encouraged to start their training plans as soon as possible.  Visit the Dubai Running Festival website to register your interest and view training plans.