On the far left edge was a platter lift, faster than the chairlift. But what Ski Dubai lacked in technical difficulty, it made up for in cosmopolitan flavor.
The price of admission to Ski Dubai itself was reduced as part of the chalet package. I could have bought an all-day pass one for a little more, but I found two hours to be plenty of time.
You could also take ski lessons, if you were so inclined. All the equipment you needed could be rented on the premises, included in the ticket price. The skis and boots were both from Rossignol. The only thing that bothered me about Ski Dubai was a nagging feeling that what you were doing — skiing in the desert , at sea level, a hair north of the actual tropics — was unnatural and wrong.
And, on a more practical level, not bringing a scarf was dumb. As for the other skiers, most were decked out in rental gear, but some, like the one below seen at the bottom of the facility, had brought their own. I had warned Rizwan that I would be back after a couple of hours of skiing, and when I got to my room I found a delicious assortment of chocolates and fruits waiting for me, as well as marshmallows for hot chocolate — and a box of dates.
We may have been in make-believe Switzerland inside the weird world of Ski Dubai, but I very much liked this concession to the undeniable fact that outside was the United Arab Emirates. When I called him to the room later — using a dedicated button on the phone — to have my clothes pressed, Rizwan inquired affably after my impression of the skiing. I told him that I had grown up skiing in the Alps, and he observed that the hotel often had Swiss guests, who tended to go not surprisingly for the pool chalets instead.
I got a very un-Swiss chicken kabsa a classic Saudi dish with rice and cream of mushroom soup. And since I was working, I drank San Pellegrino sparkling water despite having a good wine list to choose from. I appreciated the speed of delivery and the quiet efficiency of the server who brought and later removed my dinner. I felt like more substantial fare, so I headed to the lounge on the 11th floor for a sit-down breakfast. A breakfast buffet had been set up, and I was the only guest taking advantage of it at am.
I had a bowl of blackberries and cantaloupe from the buffet and an excellent plate of scrambled eggs with smoked salmon that I ordered from the waiter, who gladly consented to my request even though salmon was not on the lounge menu. Unlike inside Ski Dubai, air conditioning in the common areas of the hotel was not cranked up to freezing, which I liked, and the free in-room Wi-Fi was slow, which I did not. A speed test showed a measly download speed of 3.
From the lounge, I had a view to the south including the pool, which put me in the mood for a swim, since I had no appointments to keep that morning.
Otherwise, the water was warm — it pretty much always is in Dubai except in winter — and the atmosphere pleasant. A couple of hours of reading, swimming and drinking lemonade brought to my deck chair by a pool attendant were a delight, only slightly marred by noise from the nearby road. It was certainly quieter than the traffic on Sheikh Zayed. Or in Aspen. Back in my room, I called Rizwan, who appeared with my freshly pressed clothes and a warm smile. I asked him to arrange a late checkout for me at pm, which he gladly did.
Later, when it was time to head to the airport, he packed my bag and led me to checkout, asking on the way how I had liked my my stay. I said that I had very much enjoyed it, and would love to return. The ride to the airport later turned out to be payable, weirdly, in cash only, which could have been a problem.
Fortunately, I had enough local currency left in my pocket. Too bad about the decidedly subpar loyalty program.
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Whether you are looking for the latest fashions, enjoying delicious dining and indulgent confectionary or taking the family to the movies, Mall of the Emirates has four floors of stores and venues to discover.
Hundreds of brands have shops in the mall, including high fashion, electronics, jewellery and sporting goods. Here are just a few of the most famous brands:. Whether you are looking to shop until you drop or just pick up some souvenirs for the family back home, you are sure to find what you need.
If you are in the mood for some evening entertainment, catch a movie at the screen VOX Cinema, or even see a live performance at the seat Dubai Community Theatre and Arts Centre. From YO! Sushi to The Cheesecake Factory. Most stores and attractions in Mall of the Emirates open from 10am until 10pm from Sunday to Wednesday, and from 10am until 12am from Thursday to Saturday.
There are more than 7, parking spaces in the adjoining car park, making it easy to park up and start shopping. At Kempinski Hotel Mall of the Emirates, all this is right on your doorstep — step out of the hotel and you are immediately in shopping heaven. Even if you have been before, there are regular events taking place at Mall of the Emirates — from complimentary fitness classes to hands-free shopping experiences, there is always something new to discover.
For further ideas about what to do and see during your trip to Dubai, read our recommendations for exciting local attractions or the best family activities. The choice of transport can be tailored to any experience - from a ride through the city on the driver less Dubai metro to a heritage safari in the desert. Alternatively, hail a Dubai taxi, or get a private transfer arranged by the concierge. Take advantage of Kempinski Hotels' International partners for luxury stays worldwide.
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