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  Discover the World of Dinosaurs - the most magnificent creatures of the planet   Dinosaur Park took Dubai by the storm last season, and created a record with the100 animatronics Dinosaurs on display. Designed and crafted to educate and entertain, the Dinosaur Park has ticked all the right boxes when it comes to striking a balance between children’s education and family entertainment. This season the park offers more engagement and interactive elements and immensely popular hubs like Dinosaur Lab (where one can experience the journey of a Dinosaurs Life) and the Dinosaur Museum (that displays replica of dinosaur skeletons). Be sure to watch out for the dinosaur who has escaped from the park, and roams about the grounds, chasing unsuspecting visitors. Dinosaur show timings are at 6.30pm, 7.30pm, 8.30pm and 9.30pm Saturday to Thursday, with an additional show at 10.30pm on Fridays. For me this place is fun to for kids and also for family. Best to visit in afternoon around 3 o'c...

   When you have kids, it's often easier to socialize at friends' homes than at restaurants, malls, or movie theaters. But even at someone else's home, you'll probably have higher expectations of your child than in your own home, especially if you're visiting friends who don't have kids. A few suggestions for managing a friendly visit: Lay down the ground rules.  Explain to your child before you go that you'll expect her to keep her feet and shoes off the furniture, and that running indoors is not allowed. Reduce surprises.  It can be helpful to brief your child on what will likely happen during the visit: "Mommy, Daddy, and Mr. and Mrs. Jones will sit in the kitchen and have coffee, and you and Jane will probably play in the family room." Create distractions.  If you're visiting a home where no kids live, it's smart to bring something for your child to occupy herself with, such as books, small games, or coloring books. Know the code.  You ...

   Teaching Kids to Wash Their Hands How can you get your kids into the handwashing habit? Here are a few tips for you. Share how handwashing helps Why is it important to wash your hands? Explain to your children that handwashing helps prevent them from getting sick and making other people sick. No one likes to be sick, or get someone else sick. Handwashing can help prevent these from happening as often. When to wash Tell your child to wash their hands before: Eating Touching their mouth, eyes, or nose Touching a cut or scrape And after: Going to the bathroom Playing with pets or other animals Touching pet food or treats Being on playground equipment Being close to a person who is sick Touching a dirty diaper Touching garbage 4 steps to clean hands Here are 4 easy steps to clean hands: Get wet and soapy. Get your hands wet in clean, running water (warm or cold). Put soap on your hands and make suds. Rub. Rub, rub, rub your soapy hands together long enough to sing “Happy Birthd...

   Do you want your child to learn something new and have fun at the same time? Head to Children’s City Dubai, a first-of-its-kind educational arena offering plenty of amusement facilities in the city. It is a place where your kids can explore different subjects they study in their school. At one end, they can discover the secrets of the earth while at the other they can learn a lot about human anatomy. If Kidzania Dubai  gives your kids a chance to experience adult life through role-play, Children’s City, located in the Creek Park, helps them look at the world they live in from a different perspective. It has many galleries and exhibits that consist of a variety of replicas of old and contemporary artefacts and objects. Check out what more is there for you at the venue: THINGS TO EXPLORE AT CHILDREN’S CITY DUBAI GALLERIES AT CHILDREN’S CITY You can find galleries specific to  applied sciences, nature, human body, space exploration and local and international cu...

   Dubai Miracle Garden Overview Have you ever been to a floral wonderland where there are stunning floral displays that make you fall in love with them? The Miracle Gardens in Dubai would be a great place to visit in your winter break if not. The arrangement is nothing less than a miniature world of floral wonders spread over an area covering about 72,000 sq. ft Adding to the uniqueness of this floral world is the fact that it is home to nearly 50 million flowers blooming all over to embrace the luxuriousness of this beautiful imagination. Some of the most common ones are marigolds, petunias, and geraniums. This exhibition includes a replica of the stunning  Burj Khalifa  as well as arcs, tombs, huts, and houses decorated with vibrant flowers. You're welcomed by quirky layouts and heart-shaped passageways. There are many attractions here, including Disney Avenue, Emirates A380, Lost Paradise, Cabanas, Floral Clock, Gazebos, 3D floral designs, and lake parks. Dubai M...

  Escape the prickly heat of Dubai   by traveling to the UAE's winter wonderland at  Ski Dubai!  Visit the first indoor ski resort in the Middle East. Located in the Mall of the Emirates, Ski Dubai features an incredible 22,500 sq/m covered with real snow all year round. With 5 runs that vary in difficulty, height and gradient - skiers and snowboarders of all skill levels can enjoy the slopes. Meet the penguins, try snowboarding and skiing, and much more here. With our guide, learn everything there is to know about this wonderful attraction, from booking discounted Ski Dubai Tickets, to best time to visit, all the top adventure activities to try, and more. Why You Must Visit Ski Dubai Head out to the UAE's largest snow park and a unique destination in this hot metropolitan city, Ski Dubai. Have all your mountain adrenaline needs met at a go- whether with skiing or snowboarding, you're in good hands. Get ready to have your adventure meters on overdrive here, because t...

    The Dubai Safari park, located in the Al Warqa desert, is home to over 3,000 animals ranging from the magnificent African Elephant to a striking Arabian wolf. Sprawled across 119-hectares, the Dubai Safari Park offers continent-centered attractions exhibiting rich wildlife from Africa, Asia, and the Arabian Peninsula.  Be prepared to get up close with the beautiful creatures in UAE’s only drive-through safari and maybe even learn a thing or two about their awesome existence from experienced guides and keepers. What Are Dubai Safari Park Villages? The main attractions at the Dubai Safari Park are the culture-rich villages. Brimming with the diversity of a natural jungle, the park has four human-made animal habitats. Arabian Desert Safari The Arabian Desert Safari, with its nomadic influences, encompasses the essence of the entire Arabian Peninsula. This drive-through safari will bring you close to the local residents of the Sahara Desert.  Keep an eye out for the ...

  Experience Expo 2020 Dubai It’s an amazing time to travel to Dubai with the much-anticipated Expo 2020 Dubai taking place. From 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022, people from across the globe will come together in Dubai for this spectacular six-month showcase of the best the world has to offer. It’s the first time a World Expo has been held in the region, and where better than in a city renowned for its big ideas and innovations. Emirates is proud to be the Official Airline Partner of Expo 2020 Dubai . And at Emirates Vacations, we’re ready to help you plan and book an unforgettable Expo 2020 Dubai experience. Enjoy a complimentary Expo 2020 Day Pass When you book your vacation with us and fly Emirates to Dubai between 1 October 2021 and 31 March 2022, you can claim a free Expo 2020 Day Pass courtesy of Emirates for everyone in your booking. You can use it to visit any day of Expo 2020 Dubai you choose. What to expect at Expo 2020 Dubai This is your chance to get a first look at so...

  Candylicious at  The Dubai Mall  is one of the largest sweet shops in the world. This is where you’ll find the biggest piles of chocolates, sweets, and lollipops in multiple colours, sizes and shapes. Every corner of this expertly-arranged shop is filled with more mouthwatering sweets than you could ever imagine. Come and feel mesmerised by the lollipop tree dangling with your favourites and the Candylicious Airplane taking off above your heads. This hip and fashion-forward candy store spans a whopping area of nearly 1,000sqm, so it’s safe to say you’ll find just about anything you crave here. There’s also an extensive range of sweet and chocolate brands from around the world. For the die-hard fans, there are even novelty branded gifts including T-shirts, mugs and soft toys. The sweet superstore is located directly opposite  Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo , so why not grab some popcorn while you spot some sharks?

  Tips for Using Behavioral Activation to Treat Depression Behavioral activation is a basic  coping strategy , as well as a short-term treatment, that can have a tremendous effect on your mood. If you're already getting treatment for  depression and/or post-traumatic stress disorder  (PTSD), studies show that behavioral action can be an effective part of that treatment. 1  When you feel  depressed  or  anxious , you may be less likely to do the things you enjoy or avoid other potentially pleasurable activities. The consequences of this are often a worsening of mood, feeling more detached from others, and an increase in anxiety. As you feel more and more isolated, you may begin to be at risk for depression. How Behavioral Activation Works In behavioral activation, you  identify specific goals  for the week and work toward meeting those goals. These goals take the form of pleasurable activities that are consistent with the life you want to liv...

  Mental filter is  a term used to describe one type of cognitive distortion, or faulty thought pattern, that can often lead to higher levels of anxiety and depression . When thinking through a mental filter, a person is focusing only on the negative aspects of a situation and filtering out all of the positive ones. Mental filtering  (or  negative filtering ) is a  cognitive distortion , or a faulty thought pattern, that causes a person to ‘filter’ out positive events and focus on negative ones.  Mental filtering occurs when we discard our pleasant memories and the emotions attached to them, and only keep the bad ones. Think about a sand sifter on the beach – we take a heap of sand, run it through our sifter, and hopefully end up with some neat shells or other surprises. Mental filtering is the opposite of this– we filter out the shells, and decide, “Hey, I’ll keep all this sand!” Does your mental filter leave you with the good stuff, or the bad? What does ...