Sheikh Hamdan has shared a photo of his newborn, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan. Photo: Instagram / faz3
Sheikh Hamdan has shared a photo of his newborn, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan. Photo: Instagram / faz3
Sheikh Hamdan has shared a photo of his newborn, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan. Photo: Instagram / faz3
Sheikh Hamdan has shared a photo of his newborn, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan. Photo: Instagram / faz3

Sheikh Hamdan cradles baby son in new photograph


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Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, has shared another photo of his newborn son, Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamdan. In the heartwarming black-and-white photo posted on Instagram, Sheikh Hamdan's hand can be seen lovingly cradling his son.

He captioned the photo with a simple blue heart emoji.

Sheikh Hamdan announced the birth of his son on February 25 on social media. Posting an image of a pair of hands holding two small feet, he shared it with a prayer that read: "Dear God make him bloom well and make him the sight of our eyes and make him a blessing for us."

The child's name was revealed to be Mohammed bin Hamdan bin Mohammed Al Maktoum.

The newborn is Sheikh Hamdan's third child. He and Sheikha Shaikha bint Saeed, who married in May 2019, had twins Sheikh Rashid and Sheikha Shaikha on May 20, 2021.

Last month, Sheikh Hamdan shared a picture of his father, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, cradling the newborn in his arms. Sheikh Hamdan is shown watching on in the background of the snapshot of three generations of Dubai's royal family.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with grandson Mohammed and son Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed. Photo: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed / Twitter
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, with grandson Mohammed and son Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed. Photo: Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed / Twitter

Twins Sheikh Rashid and Sheikha Shaikha have made various appearances on Sheikh Hamdan's Instagram page.

Last week, he posted a photo of Sheikh Rashid leading one of their horses by a leash.

"Visiting our friends," Sheikh Hamdan captioned the photo.

In January, Sheikh Hamdan took the twins on a skiing trip to Courchevel, south-east France.

Accompanied by photographer Ali Essa, Sheikh Hamdan's shared a series of photos of himself taking to the slopes and playing in the snow with his children. One photo showed him pulling the twins on a sleigh.

The Crown Prince of Dubai is known for his love of adventure and has been spotted spearfishing, skydiving, cycling, climbing, horse riding and much more in far-flung locations.

Sheikh Hamdan has more than 14 million followers on Instagram, and often takes to the social media platform to share pictures and throwbacks offering rare insights into his childhood and adventures.

Scroll through the gallery below to see more photos of Sheikh Hamdan's Courchevel trip

  • Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, posted photos from his ski trip in Courchevel, France, on Instagram. All photos: Sheikh Hamdan / Instagram
    Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, posted photos from his ski trip in Courchevel, France, on Instagram. All photos: Sheikh Hamdan / Instagram
  • Sheikh Hamdan taking to the slopes
    Sheikh Hamdan taking to the slopes
  • Known for his love of adventure, Sheikh Hamdan often jets off to new destinations
    Known for his love of adventure, Sheikh Hamdan often jets off to new destinations
  • Snowy scenes shared by Sheikh Hamdan
    Snowy scenes shared by Sheikh Hamdan
  • Courchevel is part of the Three Valleys, the biggest connected ski area in the world
    Courchevel is part of the Three Valleys, the biggest connected ski area in the world
  • Courchevel's highest resort, Courchevel 1850, is considered exclusive, often attracting wealthy clientele including royal families
    Courchevel's highest resort, Courchevel 1850, is considered exclusive, often attracting wealthy clientele including royal families
  • A snowman shared by Sheikh Hamdan
    A snowman shared by Sheikh Hamdan
  • Courchevel also has top-class shopping, seven Michelin-starred restaurants, 12 five-star hotels and two palace hotels
    Courchevel also has top-class shopping, seven Michelin-starred restaurants, 12 five-star hotels and two palace hotels
  • Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma, right, and a friend accompanied Sheikh Hamdan on the trip
    Sheikh Saeed bin Maktoum bin Juma, right, and a friend accompanied Sheikh Hamdan on the trip
  • Maj, the young son of Sheikh Hamdan's close friend Ahmad Jabar Al Harbi, also joined the group
    Maj, the young son of Sheikh Hamdan's close friend Ahmad Jabar Al Harbi, also joined the group
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Getting there

The flights

Flydubai operates up to seven flights a week to Helsinki. Return fares to Helsinki from Dubai start from Dh1,545 in Economy and Dh7,560 in Business Class.

The stay

Golden Crown Igloos in Levi offer stays from Dh1,215 per person per night for a superior igloo; www.leviniglut.net 

Panorama Hotel in Levi is conveniently located at the top of Levi fell, a short walk from the gondola. Stays start from Dh292 per night based on two people sharing; www. golevi.fi/en/accommodation/hotel-levi-panorama

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Updated: April 05, 2023, 11:54 AM