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STAY COOL IN THE MIDDLE EAST

ANANTARA MINA RAS AL KHAIMAH RESORT

Pool villas perched over blue seas , warmed by all-day sun from cloudless skies. It’s a tropical paradise escape, but it’s not the Maldives or Bora Bora. Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort is on the UAE coast, a little over an hour’s drive from Dubai. Bringing Thai-inspired luxury to the Arabian Gulf, Anantara’s eco-retreat on a private peninsula is where tranquillity and indulgence go hand-in-hand with fun and feasting. Nestled between the soft sand shore and the dramatic Hajar Mountains , this beachside sanctuary is designed for relaxation.

Holidaying in the Middle East during the summer months doesn’t have to be scorching. In Dubai, head to a waterpark to cool off. Aquaventure at Atlantis, The Palm and Wild Wadi Waterpark near Jumeirah Beach Hotel both feature an array of splashing rides. Or keep cool in one of the indoor (or partially indoor) theme parks, such as LEGOLAND® Dubai or IMG Worlds of Adventure . As the sun sets, leave the city behind and bounce across sand dunes in your air-conditioned 4WD.

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On the city’s longest stretch of private sand , The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina is a long-established favourite . Between the Westin and its neighbour, Le Méridien, guests enjoy exclusive access to the Jungle Bay Waterpark , six heated pools, three floodlit tennis courts and over a dozen restaurants. There’s also the Heavenly Spa , the Westin Family Kids Club and Bubbalicious , one of the Emirates’ most famous brunches. And, with dine around half board and all-inclusive options , satisfying appetites throughout every stay is a doddle – and delicious. THE WESTIN DUBAI MINA SEYAHI BEACH RESORT & MARINA

AQUAVENTURE WATERPARK

In Abu Dhabi, head inside for thrilling rides at Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi , splash about at Yas Waterworld , or feel the wind in your face on the world’s fastest roller coaster at Ferrari World . If relaxing is more your speed, why not spend an afternoon indulging in one of the stunning resort spas? Spend the day in one of the region’s incredible air-conditioned malls . Or try something seemingly impossible in a desert city – go indoor skiing in Dubai. Surrounded by cosy chalets and restaurants , there’s nothing quite like hitting the slopes while shoppers pass by. Even surrounded by desert, there’s no shortage of ways to stay cool .

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