Experience a more exciting Dubai indoors: Embark on adventures, test your muscles and mind

Dubai has been named the world's most popular destination for 2022 by the TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice Awards, making it the perfect, encompassing location and ideal getaway for those looking for a complete reset and true adventure outings.

The city's fast-paced and ever-growing sports scene will delight any traveler with its epic zip-lines, adventure trails, deep-sea diving and more on offer.

Immerse yourself in Bedouin culture and the desert

Learn all about traditional Bedouin culture first hand and explore the desert sand dunes with Platinum Heritage.

The tours offer solo travelers the opportunity to get to know the desert, including its many inhabitants, as well as the chance to experience stunning desert sunsets, traditional Emirati entertainment and delicious meals under a starry sky.

Test your mind

TEPfactor is the first adventure experience of its kind to hit the shores of Dubai. A fun experience designed for everyone to enjoy in JBR, players can expect an adrenaline rush, hours of laughter and memories to last a lifetime as you maneuver 21 challenges around a cave that will put your team to the ultimate test.

Explore indoors maze

Jumble is a specially designed indoor adventure that tests your strength, endurance, brainpower and cognitive abilities. In this urban maze, visitors are tasked with solving puzzles and tasks as quickly as possible, using their senses and abilities to exit the maze and win.

Remember the games from your youth

Brass Monkey promises hours and hours of fun for everyone. Located on the trendy Bluewaters Island, it offers a popular 12-lane bowling alley, VR racing simulators and more than 60 arcade games.

You can evoke childhood memories by challenging friends to a retro Pac-Man showdown, or the old games of "shooting hoops," air hockey, and more.

Auto safari for desert adventurers

Catch a stunning view of an orange sunset and immerse yourself in one of the most exciting activities in town. Tour operators offer various package deals, which include a trip to Lahbab where you can see Big Red - the tallest sand dune in Dubai, named for its vivid color.

The morning safari includes sandboarding and enjoying an amazing sunrise over the impressive landscape. Camel riding offers an ideal way to traverse the desert in the same way as those who have inhabited the region for centuries. And the evening desert safari offers an exhilarating sand dune ride before stopping at a desert camp to enjoy a traditional Arabian feast.

Enjoy a night out where you can gaze at the starry open sky after a night of partying with dancers and music. Traditional clothing is available to try on, allowing you to immerse yourself in a cultural adventure.

Discover the sunken city

Visitors can "dive into another world" thanks to Deep Dive Dubai, the world's deepest diving pool. The pool has a stunning sunken city for divers of all skill levels to explore, along with an abandoned streetscape with an apartment, garage and arcade, among other surprises.

Deep Dive offers both freediving experiences and diving courses for all skill levels by a hand-picked team of international diving professionals.

Relax with a desert sunset

A scenic 40-minute drive to the Al Qudra Desert is one of Dubai's most popular outdoor locations. Friends and family can gather and enjoy the wonders Al Qudra has to offer, such as the beautiful Lake of Love, sunsets over a desert oasis and native wildlife, including Arabian oryx and gazelle. Fitness enthusiasts can rent bikes and explore the 86-kilometer bike path, which is especially impressive at sunset.

Satisfy your need for speed

Dubai Autodrome offers a variety of experiences for different ages, including go-karting or the chance for visitors to drive supercars or even race cars. Visitors can drive Formula 1 and race like professionals in search of a thrilling ride. Guests can also book a Clio Cup or Ferrari GT experience or take their driving to the next level thanks to private lessons with an experienced driving instructor.

Go on a water adventure

One of the best ways to cool off in Dubai is at one of the top water parks. Thrills are guaranteed at the world's largest water park, Aqua Adventure, on the Trident Tower, Splashers Lagoon and Splashers Cove rides, regardless of your age. And the LEGOLAND® water park is specially designed for a family day and for children aged two to 12, where they are able to make their own rafts out of Lego cubes.

Glamorous beach clubs in Dubai

A wide range of stand-alone beach clubs have opened across Dubai this year, including the ultra-chic Twiggy by La Cantine, the Mediterranean-inspired Lucky Fish and Bali's Coco Bay. Combining style, music and refined cuisine, global favorites Nammos and Cove Beach are also very popular with travelers looking for "barefoot" luxury.

The most photographed Instagram pools

One of the main criteria for a vacation spot is often a great pool, and Dubai's collection of record-breaking pools is ahead of any competition.

According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the Address Beach Resort holds the record for the world's tallest infinity pool, while the Aura Sky Pool Lounge will soon, when it opens, be one of the world's largest infinity pools with 360-degree views.

Gastronomic adventure

Balkan bistro

For foodies, a few locations really stand out. An absolute gem for food lovers in 21 Grams, the only Balkan bistro in town. The restaurant favors food over crowd and glamour, and offers a delicious seasonal menu filled with Bosnian, Serbian and Croatian style dishes. Dishes include baked goods, delicious salads, slow-cooked meats and fresh seafood.

Modern Indian dining

Tresind is one of the most famous dining destinations in Dubai serving modern Indian cuisine and a quirky approach to Indian street food.

Culinary lovers should also head to sister restaurant Tresind Studio, located on the rooftop of Nakheel Mall on Palm Jumeirah, for a premium experience with local organic ingredients.

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