According to a survey held by Yahoo Maktoob Research, Dubai has become most popular shopping destination in World beating mega cities like Paris, London, New York, Beijing etc.

Over the last decade Dubai has established itself as a city of shopping malls, luxurious lifestyle destination and land of opportunities for retailers from all over the world. Now Dubai has become the number one global tourism destination.

In addition to a long list of luxury brands and a wide variety of retail choices, Dubai’s shopping centre’s have also been globally recognized for their distinctive amenities, such as the one-of-a-kind indoor ski slope at the Mall of the Emirates, and the majestic view of the iconic Burj Khalifa tower at the Dubai Mall, one of the largest shopping in the world.

Survery, which polled 2,900 people from Arab region, found that 32% of respondents voted Dubai as the number one shopping destination. Paris was ranked the second best shopping destination with 13% of the vote, followed by Beijing, Istanbul and London in joint third with 5%.

Eyad Ali Abdul Rahman, executive director media relation division & business development, Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM), said: “Dubai has an exciting mix of amenities that give customers a truly unique and pleasurable shopping experience. Moreover, Dubai’s impressive collection of international brands and retail outlets rival those of any other shopping city in the world – a key attribute that gives the Emirate a distinctive edge as the best shopping destination in the Arab World. Dubai Department of Tourism and Commerce Marketing will build on this distinction to develop more innovative campaigns and promotional activities that will further reinforce the reputation of Dubai as the world’s shopping capital”.

Shopping-oriented festivals such as the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) and Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) have likewise strengthened Dubai’s claim as a global shopping haven.

Below are the top 10 shopping destinations according to the survey:

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The Dubai Mall, which was evacuated after a massive aquarium sprung a leak this week, re-opened on Friday (local time), according to media reports.

However, a glass tunnel running through the giant aquarium is still closed to the public as a precaution, the authorities responsible for the main attraction in the Gulf emirate, once thriving, he said.

The perimeter of the aquarium, said to be the largest in the world and has a number of different fish, including sharks, was cordoned off and shops around him late Thursday.

The Khaleej Times reported on its website that the flight had been lower, with buyers allowed to approach the tank and its surroundings again on Friday.

According to an official of the Dubai Mall, the tunnel is likely to open after the weekend, once the technical team conducted an exhaustive check.

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“Is rape was not a major, a minor crack and is fixed in an hour,” the official told the Times on condition of anonymity.

Dubai Mall, which has 1,200 shops, is the largest mall in the Middle East. Located at the foot of Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest tower.

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Sharon and Ro show more features of the Dubai mall such as ice skating, shops, movies, water feature, Address Hotel and carpark.

Reel Cinemas, a spectacular new Megaplex at The Dubai Mall, with 22 screens and 2800 seats, opened on August 14, 2009 to the delight of movie fans. Ten screens currently in operation, with twelve to go online later this year. Developed by Reel Entertainment LLC, a joint venture of Emaar Retail and Singapore-based leading provider of entertainment Cathay Organization Holdings Ltd Reel Cinemas at The Dubai Mall, once completed, will house more screens than any other Cineplex in the UAE .

The spread over 150,000 square feet, Reel Cinemas is the ultimate destination for movie lovers in the UAE. Conveniently located in the Dubai Mall in the heart of downtown Burj Dubai, the Megaplex has direct access from the parking lot of the luxury shopping center of its two lobbyists. The Megaplex is a selection of impressive range of international blockbusters this week, including People Humor, GI Joe and my sister’s keeper. The first selection was at Reel Cinemas at 10:20 am this morning.

Mr. Arif Amiri, CEO, Emaar Retail, said: “We are truly excited to have opened the first cinema Megaplex Reel in United Arab Emirates, is an excellent addition to our portfolio of leisure and entertainment here at The Dubai Mall .

The ten function rooms that are currently operating in the state of the art projection and audio-visual systems, and ergonomically designed seats with wider legroom for comfort. For convenience, an online booking has been created for clients of pre-purchase tickets to the cinema. This advanced booking service allows guests to choose their seats, giving the first choice of the best seats in the house, while an express queue reduces waiting times at the cinema box office. Movie tickets are also available for sale on two of the customer service desks throughout the mall.

Mr. Amir said: “We are confident that all movie lovers will enjoy the unique experience Reel Cinemas has to offer. Through our partnership with the experienced operator cinema – Cathay Organization Holdings Ltd Reel Cinemas to offer a cinematic experience the highest international quality and standards. We started with ten of our cinemas in place, and additional features, such as Platinum Suites amazing movie coming later this year. ”

“Visitors can learn everything you would expect from a visit to the movies and more at Reel Cinemas. Our goal is nothing more to offer the best service and added value such as online reservations, which ensures an easy and convenient off every visit and every time, “he said.
Mr Suhaimi Rafdi, CEO of Cathay Organization Holdings Ltd. said: “Cathay Cineplex is pleased to have partnered with Emaar Retail to develop Reel Cinemas. We have worked closely with the team to ensure that our flagship Megaplex provide a better movie going experience, combining state of technology with first class facilities and services. ”

The journey in the magical world of cinema began in the lobbies of Reel Cinemas, taking visitors back to an era of glamor of old Hollywood. The sleek design comes from extensive use of mirrors and subtle patterns to create shiny surfaces and reflections. Effect creates a starry sky brightness, and brightness, while the mood lighting adds a touch of drama.

Further improve the film, the audience the experience of two concession counters, where popcorn, soft drinks, nachos, hot dogs and other deals you can buy film, a chocolate bar that offers a choice of selection and combination candy and nuts, and a coffee bar coming online later this year. A series of special offers are available on the granting of consumption, including free gifts on August 14 and 15 to celebrate the opening.

The Megaplex will add four new films Platinum Suites, and The Picturehouse seven rooms of his more commercial settings. Platinum Movie Suites offer the ultimate luxury cinema. VIP starts in one of two private dining rooms with marble-clad service counters, the signature of designer furniture and ambient lighting, creating the perfect setting for a relaxing drink or bite before the movie. Then a concierge ushers guests to their suite, where they can lie down and enjoy the movie in the comfort of leather reclining chairs, flexible, attentive service just a click away. The Platinum Suites and cinemas, along with cinemas, are available to individuals or groups of parties for special occasions and offer a genuine platform for hosting corporate events.

The first room of arthouse cinema devoted to Dubai, The Picturehouse, a new wave of cinema in the neighborhood by screening films and critically acclaimed films of the Arabic world for the discerning film lovers. Visitors are encouraged to arrive early or stay to discuss the film over drinks Picturehouse Lounge, decorated in modern luxury at the hip.

Reel Cinemas will also be the first in the United Arab Emirates to offer a THX certified cinema experience. Screen 22, the largest theater at The Dubai Mall Megaplex, THX meets engineering standards for acoustic performance, background noise, sound isolation and image quality, ensuring a truly immersive entertainment experience.

Located in the entertainment district at the level of two shopping malls, cinemas Reel has joined the broad components of leisure in the Dubai Mall, which are now popular attractions including Dubai Aquarium and Zoo underwater Ice rink in Dubai Dubai Fountain and Waterfall. SEGA Republic ® KidZania and will also be opening shortly in the entertainment district.

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Dubai Aquarium at Dubai Mall

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Dubai Aquarium & Discovery Center in The Dubai Mall, which plans to opens on November 4, 2008, has clinched the Guinness World Record for the ‘World’s Largest Acrylic Panel’.

The aquarium will showcase one of the most diverse collections of 33,000 plus marine life worldwide, according to mall officials. With one of the largest tanks in the world at 51 meters by 20 meters by 11 metres, the aquarium will feature the world’s largest viewing panel, which will be 32.8 meters wide, 8.3 metres high, 750 mm thick and weighing 245,614 kg.  The viewing panel at Dubai Aquarium surpasses the current Guinness World Record holder, Churaumi Aquarium in Okinawa, Japan, at 22.5 metres wide x 8.2 meters high and 600 mm thick.

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The facility, built by Oceanis Australia Group, has a capacity to hold 10 million liters of water and will be completely illuminated. The aquarium is built in the center of the mall and is flanked by two acrylic tunnels that offer views of the diverse marine life within it.

Special acrylic has also been used to build the world’s largest indoor marine mammal pavilion at the mall. Though glass is traditionally used for aquaria, acrylic has proven to be stronger and lighter, with acrylic-soluble cement used to fuse the material together, allowing for the formation of unusual shapes.

“Glass is not used in the building of modern aquariums. An acrylic plastic is bonded together to create the windows in the mall’s aquarium and the Discovery Center. Acrylic is extremely strong and can be manipulated into a variety of shapes such as the unique curved acrylic tunnel,” said Yousif Al Ali, general manager, The Dubai Mall. “The 270-degree acrylic walk through tunnel makes for incredible close-encounter experiences with some of the most fascinating underwater animals. The special ‘lunar-cyclic’ lighting system will change the ambiance of the tank depending on the time of day.”

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The 12.1-million-square-foot Dubai Mall will be the biggest in the world in terms of total size. It will include the region’s first SEGA indoor theme park covering 76,000 sq ft, the world’s largest indoor gold souk with 220 retailers, an Olympic-size ice rink, and The Grove, an indoor-outdoor street scape with fully retractable roof.

When temperatures in Dubai soar beyond acceptable limits, just grab your skates and go ice skating. Ice skating in the desert city of Dubai? . Yes, you read it right. Better carry a sweater on your Dubai tour this time!

You can actually try your hand at ice skating in Dubai, a renowned desert land. And, all this courtesy the numerous ice skating rinks and clubs that have turned this implausible thought into a reality.

Ice skating in Dubai is on the course of becoming one of the most preferred tourist activities. For locals, it is definitely the most happening thing to do in Dubai.

Mr Yousif Al Ali, General Manager, The Dubai Mall, said: “Dubai Ice Rink’s Olympic-size proportions and multi-purpose usage is the first of its kind in Dubai providing a true leisure differential for residents and tourists. Designed with an open-air feel, Dubai Ice Rink is completely visible from three levels of the mall’s main thoroughfares, offering a theatre-like show to the enjoyment of shoppers passing by. Children and families will flock to Dubai Ice Rink to be entertained – whether skating on the ice rink floor, or people-watching from above, for year-round family fun.”

Boasting Olympic-size measurements, Dubai Ice Rink at The Dubai Mall is an ideal destination to host international ice skating and ice-hockey events with the professional hockey dasher boards and glass being NHL-certified. Built using the latest technology in indoor ice rink construction, Dubai Ice Rink will comprise a built-in thermostat system to adjust the temperature differential needed to maximse competition-standard figure skating events or ice hockey matches.