Dubai’s ability to respond quickly to changes in market dynamics have become a global benchmark for success in tourism. First class events offered by the city annually are just one example of the growth of the city of the future.
The annual figures published by the Department of Tourism and Marketing Commerce of Dubai (Dubai Tourism) showed that the city attracted more than 14.2 million visitors last year, becoming the fourth most visited city in the world. These figures reflect an increase of 7.5 percent over 2014 and twice the forecasts by the World Travel Organization of the United Nations (WTO). One of the reasons why Dubai continues to shine before the eyes of visitors is thanks to its list of world-renowned events offered each year. The International Festivals and Events Association has appointed Dubai for three consecutive years as “World City Festivals and Events.”
LookOut Magazine sums up the most recognized festivals in the international arena you cannot miss if you are visiting the city:
Festival City
Dubai’s reputation as a “city of events” is well deserved. Festival City offers a growing calendar of activities and events throughout the year, although most occur during the spring and winter, when temperatures are milder.
Dubai XYoga Festival
Inaugurated in 2016, the first edition of Dubai XYoga Festival ended with an unprecedented success worldwide. Internationally acclaimed yogis have gathered for two days in the city of the XXI century to show their knowledge of yoga, relaxation and self-help therapies.
Global Village
2016 marks the 20th anniversary of Global Village, a festival lasting five months which is one of the biggest festivals of the season in the region. Global Village is a combination of an outdoor theme park with various festivals, concerts, restaurants, shopping and family activities with over 30 pavilions representing some 75 countries and cultures.
Dubai International Kite Festival
A colorful kites painted sky is a sight worth seeing and one of the main attractions offered by Dubai Shopping Festival annually. A competition that brings together all kinds of kites in this unique festival.
Emirates Airlines Dubai Jazz Festival
Jazz greats gather in Dubai over three days to delight the ears of all lovers of good music.
Dubai World Cup 2016
It is the largest equestrian event in the region and one of the biggest social events of the season. The races take place at the luxurious Meydan Racecourse that welcomes the best riders and horses of the moment.
If your plans include attending one of these festivals this year, the best place to stay is the Armada BlueBay Jumeirah Lakes Tower **** right by the Jumeirah lake, opposite the exclusive estate of Emirates Hills, The Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, or BlueBay Black Stone**** located in the business center of Dubai, five minutes walking from the Clock Tower and Union Square Station, very close to Dubai International Airport and Dubai International Exhibition Centre.
