Global Village will reopen on October 27. Photo: Global Village
Global Village will reopen on October 27. Photo: Global Village
Dubai Safari Park, which spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures, has reopened. Photo: Dubai Safari Park
Dubai Safari Park, which spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures, has reopened. Photo: Dubai Safari Park
The Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed. Antonie Robertson / The National
The Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October, although an exact date is yet to be confirmed. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai Garden Glow has already reopened for the autumn and winter seasons. AFP
Dubai Garden Glow has already reopened for the autumn and winter seasons. AFP
Hatta Wadi Hub has reopened for its fifth season with mountain activities and new experiences. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Hatta Wadi Hub has reopened for its fifth season with mountain activities and new experiences. Chris Whiteoak / The National
Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah is welcoming guests back after a summer break. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah is welcoming guests back after a summer break. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
Sharjah Safari Park, one of the largest in the world outside of Africa, is now open. Antonie Robertson / The National
Sharjah Safari Park, one of the largest in the world outside of Africa, is now open. Antonie Robertson / The National

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Seven outdoor UAE attractions reopening for the cooler months

Winter is coming — and family-friendly parks, safaris, a Bear Grylls camp and Hatta caravans are getting ready for the new season

Sophie Prideaux
Sophie Prideaux

September 28, 2022

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The UAE's long hot summer is almost over, which means it's soon time to start enjoying the great outdoors again.

Several of the country's outdoor attractions will shortly begin reopening, bringing with them plenty of exciting new additions for the winter season.

Here are some of the best returning venues to keep an eye on.

Dubai

Global Village

Al Sana'a and the Khalifa Foundation pavilions will return for the 27th season. All photos: Global Village
Al Sana'a and the Khalifa Foundation pavilions will return for the 27th season. All photos: Global Village
A new concept called Road to Asia is being introduced with 43 kiosks, offering food and products from countries not represented in the pavilions.
A new concept called Road to Asia is being introduced with 43 kiosks, offering food and products from countries not represented in the pavilions.
A rendering of the cabanas that will be introduced for season 27.
A rendering of the cabanas that will be introduced for season 27.
More entry points and information centres are being added this year.
More entry points and information centres are being added this year.
A new Happiness Gate, a third entrance, is also being added.
A new Happiness Gate, a third entrance, is also being added.
VIP Packs went on sale in September.
VIP Packs went on sale in September.
In-park transportation is offered for VIP Pack holders.
In-park transportation is offered for VIP Pack holders.
VIP parking is also available.
VIP parking is also available.
A rendering of the Iraq Pavilion, added during season 26.
A rendering of the Iraq Pavilion, added during season 26.
The 26th season of Global Village opened on October 26, 2021.
The 26th season of Global Village opened on October 26, 2021.
The attraction lit up to delight by night.
The attraction lit up to delight by night.
For season 27, there will be 27 pavilions, representing more than 80 global cultures.
For season 27, there will be 27 pavilions, representing more than 80 global cultures.
The cultural destination will return with many of the culinary, shopping and entertainment attractions visitors will be familiar with from past seasons.
The cultural destination will return with many of the culinary, shopping and entertainment attractions visitors will be familiar with from past seasons.
Every year, the park attracts millions of visitors. Season 26 of Global Village had a record 7.8 million guests visit during the six months it was operational.
Every year, the park attracts millions of visitors. Season 26 of Global Village had a record 7.8 million guests visit during the six months it was operational.
Craftsmen from around the world bring their wares to the village.
Craftsmen from around the world bring their wares to the village.
Craftspeople and entrepreneurs show their skills on site.
Craftspeople and entrepreneurs show their skills on site.
The pavilions confirmed for season 27 are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Afghanistan, Africa, Americas, China, Egypt, Europe, India, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, Syria, Thailand, Turkey, Yemen, Russia.
The pavilions confirmed for season 27 are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Afghanistan, Africa, Americas, China, Egypt, Europe, India, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, Syria, Thailand, Turkey, Yemen, Russia.
Guests are encouraged to download the Global Village app to help them navigate the various pavilions, attractions and restaurants.
Guests are encouraged to download the Global Village app to help them navigate the various pavilions, attractions and restaurants.
Global Village season 27 will run from October 25, 2022 until April 2023.
Global Village season 27 will run from October 25, 2022 until April 2023.

Dubai’s ever-popular family attraction Global Village will return on October 25.

This year, it will be marking its 27th season with 27 pavilions representing more than 80 cultures from around the world.

The pavilions confirmed for season 27 are the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Afghanistan, Africa, Americas, China, Egypt, Europe, India, Iran, Japan, South Korea, Lebanon, Morocco, Pakistan, Palestine, Syria, Thailand, Turkey, Yemen and Russia.

New for the 27th season are the Oman and Qatar pavilions.

A new concept, Road of Asia, is a pedestrian street with 43 kiosks and offers food and products from countries not represented in the pavilions. The 13 locations featured along the street include Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Cambodia, Malaysia, Brunei, Laos, Vietnam, Nepal, Bhutan and the Philippines.

More attractions will be announced in the lead-up to opening.

Sunday to Wednesday, 4pm-midnight, Thursday to Saturday, 4pm-1am; from Dh18, children under 3 and senior citizens over 65 go free; Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Road and Emirates Road, Exit 37, E311; 04 362 4114, www.globalvillage.ae

Dubai Safari Park

Dubai Safari Park will reopen to the public on September 27. All photos: Dubai Safari Park
Dubai Safari Park will reopen to the public on September 27. All photos: Dubai Safari Park
Visitors to the park can explore themed areas such as the African or Asian villages, the Arabian Desert Safari, Explorer Village and Valley.
Visitors to the park can explore themed areas such as the African or Asian villages, the Arabian Desert Safari, Explorer Village and Valley.
There are also newborns at the park, including an Ankole-Watusi cow, Eland antelope, Arabian oryx, Nile crocodile and water buffalo.
There are also newborns at the park, including an Ankole-Watusi cow, Eland antelope, Arabian oryx, Nile crocodile and water buffalo.
It spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures.
It spans 119 hectares and provides climate-suitable habitats for thousands of creatures.
With the reopening comes new entertainment and educational experiences, as well as a number of new animals.
With the reopening comes new entertainment and educational experiences, as well as a number of new animals.
Several packages are on offer catering to various preferences and budgets.
Several packages are on offer catering to various preferences and budgets.
Visitors can ride eco-friendly transportation across the park, including bikes and electric cars.
Visitors can ride eco-friendly transportation across the park, including bikes and electric cars.
Children can visit the Kid's Farm.
Children can visit the Kid's Farm.
A simple day pass includes a walking tour through Al Wadi to African, Explorer and Asian villages, as well as an Arabian Desert Safari.
A simple day pass includes a walking tour through Al Wadi to African, Explorer and Asian villages, as well as an Arabian Desert Safari.

Dubai Safari Park has already reopened for the season, with added entertainment and educational experiences, as well as a number of new animals.

The park is home to more than 3,000 animals including giraffes, lions, tigers, elephants and dozens more species. There are also newborns at the park, including an Ankole-Watusi cow, eland antelope, Arabian oryx, Nile crocodile and water buffalo.

Visitors can explore themed areas such as the African or Asian villages, the Arabian Desert Safari, Explorer Village and Valley on foot or by bus. A night pass is also coming soon to see the animals after dark.

Daily, 9am-5pm; from Dh50; Al Warqa, Hatta Road, Dubai; www.dubaisafari.ae

Dubai Miracle Garden

Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October. Antonie Robertson / The National
Dubai Miracle Garden will reopen in October. Antonie Robertson / The National

Dubai Miracle Garden reopened for its 11th season on October 10.

The attraction is the world’s largest flower-themed garden, with more than 50 million natural flowers and plants, some of which are not cultivated anywhere else in the region.

Exhibits include a floral genie and magic flying carpet; a record-breaking Emirates A380; the world’s tallest topiary structure forming the shape of Mickey Mouse; and a giant floral teddy bear.

Dubai Miracle Garden will announce its official reopening date soon.

Daily; 9am-11pm; D55 for adults, Dh40 for children 12 years and under, free entry for children aged 3 and under; Dubailand; dubaimiraclegarden.com

Dubai Garden Glow

Dubai Garden Glow at Zabeel Park has reopened after a summer break. Victor Besa / The National
Dubai Garden Glow at Zabeel Park has reopened after a summer break. Victor Besa / The National

Dubai Garden Glow reopened for its eight season on September 12 with a host of new exhibits.

The Zabeel Park attraction features hundreds of colourful lanterns that move and sparkle, created using more than 10 million energy-saving light bulbs. It's newest addition, the Glowing Safari, features dozens of lanterns shaped like animals and flowers, while one of the attraction's favourite areas, the Dinosaur Park, features more than 100 animatronic dinosaurs.

Sunday to Friday, 4pm-10pm, Saturday 4pm-11pm; Dh65; Zabeel Park, Dubai; 055 918 8126, dubaigardenglow.com

Hatta Wadi Hub

Hatta Wadi Hub is welcoming guests back for its fifth season. The adventure centre reopened on September 16, alongside accommodation at Hatta Resorts, so outdoor enthusiasts can make the most of a night in the Dubai exclave's mountain chalets, caravans, dome tents and airstream trailers.

There are plenty of activities to try, including kayaking, mountain biking, trampoline jumping, zip-lining, wall climbing, paragliding and more. There are also food and beverage options on site, as well as a variety of food trucks.

Hatta Wadi Hub; www.visithatta.com

Ras Al Khaimah

Bear Grylls Explorers Camp

Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp
Bear Grylls Explorers Camp in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Bear Grylls Explorers Camp

Make the most of the great outdoors and learn some vital survival skills while you’re at it. The Bear Grylls Explorers Camp reopened this month after a brief summer hiatus, offering visitors of all ages and abilities the chance to learn some of the British adventurer's top tips and techniques, via a selection of courses set on Jebel Jais.

The courses are run by experts trained at the Bear Grylls Survival Academy in the UK and include half-day options lasting three to four hours, as well as eight and 24-hour options. If you fancy staying the night in one of the camp’s overnight cabins, you can also try your hand at one of the 48-hour courses. On the Family Primal Survival Course, the minimum age is 8.

Open daily; 24 hours; from Dh450 for adults and Dh325 for children; beargryllscamp.ae

Sharjah

Sharjah Safari

Sharjah Safari covers an area of eight square kilometres. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
Sharjah Safari covers an area of eight square kilometres. All photos: Antonie Robertson / The National
The official opening of the Sharjah Safari Park took place on Thursday, February 17.
The official opening of the Sharjah Safari Park took place on Thursday, February 17.
Sharjah Safari Park is said to be the largest safari in the world outside Africa.
Sharjah Safari Park is said to be the largest safari in the world outside Africa.
It is located in Al Bridi Nature Reserve in the city of Al Dhaid in Sharjah.
It is located in Al Bridi Nature Reserve in the city of Al Dhaid in Sharjah.
Sharjah Safari is home to more than 120 species, including rare animals native to Africa, the rarest of which is the black rhinoceros.
Sharjah Safari is home to more than 120 species, including rare animals native to Africa, the rarest of which is the black rhinoceros.
Visitors can meet Bridi, the first African female giraffe born in Sharjah Safari. Bridi's parents arrived in Sharjah from South Africa in May 2017.
Visitors can meet Bridi, the first African female giraffe born in Sharjah Safari. Bridi's parents arrived in Sharjah from South Africa in May 2017.
Visitors experience the safari through 12 themed 'environments', each representing a region in Africa.
Visitors experience the safari through 12 themed 'environments', each representing a region in Africa.
More than 1,000 native and African trees, including the umbrella-shaped Acacia tortilis, have been planted across the site.
More than 1,000 native and African trees, including the umbrella-shaped Acacia tortilis, have been planted across the site.
Another highlight is Wuhaida, the first female southern white rhino born in Sharjah Safari in August 2021.
Another highlight is Wuhaida, the first female southern white rhino born in Sharjah Safari in August 2021.
Tickets start from Dh15 for children aged 3 to 12, and Dh40 for over 12s.
Tickets start from Dh15 for children aged 3 to 12, and Dh40 for over 12s.
Sharjah Safari will be open daily from 8.30am until 6.30pm.
Sharjah Safari will be open daily from 8.30am until 6.30pm.
Sharjah Safari is located within Al Bridi Nature Reserve, created by Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah.
Sharjah Safari is located within Al Bridi Nature Reserve, created by Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah.
Al Bridi reserve is located in the oasis town of Al Dhaid, about 49 kilometres from the city of Sharjah.
Al Bridi reserve is located in the oasis town of Al Dhaid, about 49 kilometres from the city of Sharjah.
Visitors show up on opening day.
Visitors show up on opening day.
Sharjah Safari is a new major tourist attraction in the emirate.
Sharjah Safari is a new major tourist attraction in the emirate.
Last entry is 2pm for Gold and Silver ticket holders and 4pm for those with Bronze tickets.
Last entry is 2pm for Gold and Silver ticket holders and 4pm for those with Bronze tickets.
Indigenous creatures make their home in Sharjah Safari.
Indigenous creatures make their home in Sharjah Safari.
Giraffes also reside here.
Giraffes also reside here.
On opening day, visitors to Sharjah Safari were able to see more than 1,000 animals and birds, including 70 species that are native to Africa.
On opening day, visitors to Sharjah Safari were able to see more than 1,000 animals and birds, including 70 species that are native to Africa.
Initially scheduled to open in late 2021, the launch of the UAE's latest attraction was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Initially scheduled to open in late 2021, the launch of the UAE's latest attraction was delayed due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Animals settle into their new habitats.
Animals settle into their new habitats.
Sharjah Safari's logo is a celebration of the animal kingdom. Photo: Sharjah Safari
Sharjah Safari's logo is a celebration of the animal kingdom. Photo: Sharjah Safari

Sharjah Safari, which opened to the public in February, returned in September after a summer hiatus.

The sprawling wildlife attraction covers an area of eight square kilometres and is located in Al Bridi Nature Reserve in the city of Al Dhaid in Sharjah.

Sharjah Safari, which claims to be the largest outside Africa, is home to more than 1,000 animals and birds and 120 species, including 70 species and rare animals native to Africa, the rarest of which is the black rhinoceros. More than 1,000 native and African trees, including the umbrella-shaped acacia tortilis, have been planted across the site.

It's separated into 12 themed environments, each representing a region in Africa, and the life and terrain of the animals and birds that live in them.

Various ticket categories are available for access to Sharjah Safari's 12 themed environments, including bronze, silver and gold.

Open daily, 8.30am to 6.30pm; from Dh120; Al Bridi Nature Reserve, Al Dhaid, Sharjah; visitsharjah.com

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Haemoglobin is a substance in the red blood cells that carries oxygen and a lack of it triggers anemia, leaving patients very weak, short of breath and pale.

The most severe type of the condition is typically inherited when both parents are carriers. Those patients often require regular blood transfusions - about 450 of the UAE's 2,000 thalassaemia patients - though frequent transfusions can lead to too much iron in the body and heart and liver problems.

The condition mainly affects people of Mediterranean, South Asian, South-East Asian and Middle Eastern origin. Saudi Arabia recorded 45,892 cases of carriers between 2004 and 2014.

A World Health Organisation study estimated that globally there are at least 950,000 'new carrier couples' every year and annually there are 1.33 million at-risk pregnancies.

Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club race card

5pm: Abu Dhabi Fillies Classic (PA) Prestige; Dh110,000; 1,400m
5.30pm: Abu Dhabi Colts Classic (PA) Prestige; Dh110,000; 1,400m
6pm: Maiden (PA); Dh80,000; 1,600m
6.30pm: Abu Dhabi Championship (PA) Listed; Dh180,000; 1,600m
7pm: Wathba Stallions Cup (PA) Handicap; Dh70,000; 2,200m
7.30pm: Handicap (PA); Dh100,000; 2,400m

Who has lived at The Bishops Avenue?
  • George Sainsbury of the supermarket dynasty, sugar magnate William Park Lyle and actress Dame Gracie Fields were residents in the 1930s when the street was only known as ‘Millionaires’ Row’.
  • Then came the international super rich, including the last king of Greece, Constantine II, the Sultan of Brunei and Indian steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal who was at one point ranked the third richest person in the world.
  • Turkish tycoon Halis Torprak sold his mansion for £50m in 2008 after spending just two days there. The House of Saud sold 10 properties on the road in 2013 for almost £80m.
  • Other residents have included Iraqi businessman Nemir Kirdar, singer Ariana Grande, holiday camp impresario Sir Billy Butlin, businessman Asil Nadir, Paul McCartney’s former wife Heather Mills. 
Hunting park to luxury living
  • Land was originally the Bishop of London's hunting park, hence the name
  • The road was laid out in the mid 19th Century, meandering through woodland and farmland
  • Its earliest houses at the turn of the 20th Century were substantial detached properties with extensive grounds

 

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Arrizabalaga, Bettinelli, Rudiger, Christensen, Silva, Chalobah, Sarr, Azpilicueta, James, Kenedy, Alonso, Jorginho, Kante, Kovacic, Saul, Barkley, Ziyech, Pulisic, Mount, Hudson-Odoi, Werner, Havertz, Lukaku. 

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Started: 2013

Founder: Ulugbek Yuldashev

Sector: e-commerce

Size: 600 plus

Stage: still in talks with VCs

Principal Investors: self-financed by founder

Who was Alfred Nobel?

The Nobel Prize was created by wealthy Swedish chemist and entrepreneur Alfred Nobel.

  • In his will he dictated that the bulk of his estate should be used to fund "prizes to those who, during the preceding year, have conferred the greatest benefit to humankind".
  • Nobel is best known as the inventor of dynamite, but also wrote poetry and drama and could speak Russian, French, English and German by the age of 17. The five original prize categories reflect the interests closest to his heart.
  • Nobel died in 1896 but it took until 1901, following a legal battle over his will, before the first prizes were awarded.
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Volvo ES90 Specs

Engine: Electric single motor (96kW), twin motor (106kW) and twin motor performance (106kW)

Power: 333hp, 449hp, 680hp

Torque: 480Nm, 670Nm, 870Nm

On sale: Later in 2025 or early 2026, depending on region

Price: Exact regional pricing TBA

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The flights

Emirates flies direct from Dubai to Rio de Janeiro from Dh7,000 return including taxes. Avianca fliles from Rio to Cusco via Lima from $399 (Dhxx) return including taxes. 

The trip

From US$1,830 per deluxe cabin, twin share, for the one-night Spirit of the Water itinerary and US$4,630 per deluxe cabin for the Peruvian Highlands itinerary, inclusive of meals, and beverages. Surcharges apply for some excursions.

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Will the pound fall to parity with the dollar?

The idea of pound parity now seems less far-fetched as the risk grows that Britain may split away from the European Union without a deal.

Rupert Harrison, a fund manager at BlackRock, sees the risk of it falling to trade level with the dollar on a no-deal Brexit. The view echoes Morgan Stanley’s recent forecast that the currency can plunge toward $1 (Dh3.67) on such an outcome. That isn’t the majority view yet – a Bloomberg survey this month estimated the pound will slide to $1.10 should the UK exit the bloc without an agreement.

New Prime Minister Boris Johnson has repeatedly said that Britain will leave the EU on the October 31 deadline with or without an agreement, fuelling concern the nation is headed for a disorderly departure and fanning pessimism toward the pound. Sterling has fallen more than 7 per cent in the past three months, the worst performance among major developed-market currencies.

“The pound is at a much lower level now but I still think a no-deal exit would lead to significant volatility and we could be testing parity on a really bad outcome,” said Mr Harrison, who manages more than $10 billion in assets at BlackRock. “We will see this game of chicken continue through August and that’s likely negative for sterling,” he said about the deadlocked Brexit talks.

The pound fell 0.8 per cent to $1.2033 on Friday, its weakest closing level since the 1980s, after a report on the second quarter showed the UK economy shrank for the first time in six years. The data means it is likely the Bank of England will cut interest rates, according to Mizuho Bank.

The BOE said in November that the currency could fall even below $1 in an analysis on possible worst-case Brexit scenarios. Options-based calculations showed around a 6.4 per cent chance of pound-dollar parity in the next one year, markedly higher than 0.2 per cent in early March when prospects of a no-deal outcome were seemingly off the table.

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Updated: October 26, 2022, 11:36 AM
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