Why the UAE is perfect for families

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As any parent will tell you, kids love superlatives. 

They’re forever asking what the biggest, fastest, most extreme version of absolutely anything is. And the only place I’ve found as committed to these titles as my nine‑year‑old is the United Arab Emirates. With the world’s tallest building, largest fountain and fastest rollercoaster, the UAE looked set to impress.

But on our half-term family holiday, I was keen to explore beyond the record books and find a more authentic side to this Gulf state. Could our week split equally between Dubai and Abu Dhabi provide calmer and more cerebral entertainment alongside its big-ticket thrills?

Family activities in Dubai