Jumeirah Beach Park: The Perfect Location For A Jolly Family Holiday

If you're planning to take a family on holiday to Dubai, rest assured you won't run out of options when it comes to finding entertaining activities in the city. From the enormous and modern shopping malls located within in the city centre to the myriad souks of the old commercial heart of Deira, Dubai offers plenty to keep holidaymakers of all ages occupied. However, if you're looking for a truly enjoyable family experience in Dubai, head towards Jumeirah Beach Park - one of Dubai's most stunning public attractions.

First opened in 1989, Jumeirah Beach Park stretches across 13 hectares of land, directly overlooking the Arabian Gulf in Dubai's prestigious Jumeirah residential area. As an eclectic mix of lush greenery and golden coastline, Jumeirah Beach Park offers its visitors five distinct areas in which to relax and revel in the delights of the park. One of the most popular areas of Jumeirah Beach Park is the main beach, which attracts both serious swimmers and sunbathers alike. Here, you and your kids will be able to rent a range of beach toys and you can rely on comprehensive lifeguard support at all times of the day. Even if you've forgotten your swimming costumes, you won't be able to resist wading into Jumeirah Beach's sparkling blue waters.

The main beach area at Jumeirah Beach Park also offers top sea-view cafes and a series of five wooden bridges - a landscaping touch that adds a special something to the area. What's more, the neighbouring "Barbeque Area" is the perfect destination in Jumeirah Beach Park after you've had an energetic swim or active day playing by the waters; equipped with modern grills and all the tools you'll need for the perfect barbeque, all you have to do is bring your own food.

After enjoying a hearty barbeque lunch, holidaymakers will be able to retire to Jumeirah Beach Park's recreational areas. Your children, for example, will enjoy the games and theatre area, which is equipped with slides, see-saws, climbing instruments and a shaded seating area. The nearby stage is often the host of concerts - so, depending on the entertainment schedule, you could be in for a surprising treat when you visit Jumeirah Beach Park!

Adults can take a stroll about the park's main area, which incorporates colourful flowerbeds and stairs which reach a higher region of green lawns, palm trees and rose beds. This tranquil setting can be the perfect antidote to a hectic day of playing on the beach, while the rocky garden area - characterised by various desert bushes and small hills - invites you to relax before an invigorating night out in Dubai.

As far as family attractions in Dubai go, Jumeirah Beach Park is one of the best. And with flights to Dubai available from London on a regular basis, you'll have no excuse not to visit this spectacular city on your next family holiday.