Ski Dubai will officially open to the public on December 2nd. Ski Dubai is the only indoor themed ski resort to be found in the desert that has real snow.
With year round temperatures of -1F to-2F the Emirate's very own cold mountain boasts five ski slopes, snow-covered hills, chairlifts and, most importantly, real snow. With a slope height of 80m, and a width greater than the average motorway, the snow park has a capacity of 1500 people and offers a variety of activities for people of all ages and skill levels.
For experienced skiers there are black runs at the top of the ski hill, while for snowboarders there is a quarterpipe and tricks area. For the less experienced there are a host of friendly and well-trained instructors to help visitors learn the basics. Children have their own dedicated area that includes toboggan runs, ice caverns and places to make snowmen or just throw snowballs at their parents.
After the exertions of the slopes there are also a number of cafes that serve tempting food and drink. In addition the Avalanche Cafe at the mid-station offers spectacular views of the slopes.
Here's a few pics, renderings, and construction photos of Ski Dubai:
This one includes a rendering of Ski Dubai and the Mall.
Construction photo taken a while back.
Artist Rendering of Inside Ski Dubai.
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Kempinski Hotels & Resorts, Europe's oldest luxury hotels & resorts group, will open a 5-star property at the Mall of Emirates next year. Kempinski Mall of the Emirates Hotel will be the group's first property in Dubai.
The 5-star Swiss Chalet-styled property will offer an unmatched 'alpine resort' experience including the world's largest hotel guestrooms. All of the 393 deluxe rooms and suites have spectacular views, either across Ski Dubai or the Arabian Gulf.
Leisure facilities will include a state-of-the-art health club including an Ayurveda wellness centre; infinity swimming pool and sun deck; tennis court and fitness center.
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