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Published on : 2025 - Oct - 11

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Seawings Lifestyle

Seawings is an experiential seaplane tour operator based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is the only one of its kind that offers seaplane experiences in the United Arab Emirates and Oman. The company was established in August 2007 and provides scenic aerial experiences, sightseeing tours and private seaplane charters to destinations in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Muscat. Its services include scenic flights, customized excursions, MICE, Golf, day trips, short sightseeing flights, corporate packages and exclusive aircraft charters to over 25 destinations within the UAE and Oman.

Seawings Lifestyle fleet

Seawings Lifestyle fleet consists of five Cessna 208 Caravan Seaplanes, each of which seat 9 guests and a pilot. Seawings Lifestyle network of 25 locations across the region gives travelers the option to tailor make their itinerary based on what they would like to do, the size of the group and activities during their trip.

Seawings Lifestyle packages

Seawings Lifestyle blends unique seaplane luxury travel with the exclusivity of the region’s finest holiday resorts and best excursions. Seawings Lifestyle presents a collection of UAE luxury excursions and holiday packages that reflect the diversity and possibility of the UAE. Every holiday package and excursion itinerary is unique and completely individualised to your interests and needs, with no limit to the customisation. Each package is created by taking your ideas and handcrafting an experience that meets the criteria. Each tour lasts 45 minutes.

Seawings Beyond

Seawings Beyond is product offered by Seawings Lifestyle that provides day and overnight excursions and holidays by private seaplane giving travelers an opportunity to voyage beyond Dubai to less visited and fascinating corners of the UAE and Oman covering a range of activities. These handcrafted tours fuse extraordinary scenic flights with luxury experiences to the mountains, beaches and desert island reserves like Sir Bani Yas Island and Zaya Nurai Island.

Seawings Lifestyle Signature Tour

In the Seawings Signature Tour you will enjoy sweeping vistas of Dubai’s skyscrapers, beaches and architectural marvels on a thrilling 45-minutes seaplane flight. Take off in the comfort of our state-of-the-art Cessna seaplane and see Dubai’s attractions such as the Burj Khalifa, Burj Al-Arab, Palm Jumeirah (the world’s largest man made archipelago, shaped like a palm) and The World Islands. You can choose from two take-off locations to suit your convenience.

Seawings Lifestyle operator

The seaplane services are operated by Jet Ops FZE, a Dubai-based company and holder of a UAE Air Operator Certificate . Jet-Ops FZE is owned by Air Charter International Arabia LTD, a leading aviation management company based in Dubai since 1994.Seawings LLC launched a sister company named as Seawings lifestyle in the year 2013, which provides customized and luxury tour packages in UAE.

Tags: Abu Dhabi, Burj Al-Arab, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, Fujairah, Muscat, Palm Jumeirah, Ras Al Khaimah, Seawings, Tourist Destination, seaplane tour operator

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Church of St. Mina

2025 - Sep - 27 | Dubai Destination Guide, What to see

Church of St. Mina

Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church is a Christian church serving the Egyptian Christian community in Dubai. The Coptic Orthodox Church (also known as the Egyptian Orthodox Church) is an Oriental Orthodox Christian church based in Egypt, servicing Africa and the Middle East. The head of the church and the See of Alexandria is the Pope of Alexandria on the Holy Apostolic See of Saint Mark, who also carries the title of Father of fathers, Shepherd of Shepherds, Ecumenical Judge and the thirteenth among the Apostles. The See of Alexandria is titular, and today the Coptic Pope presides from Saint Mark’s Coptic Orthodox Cathedral in the Abbassia District in Cairo. The church follows the Alexandrian Rite for its liturgy, prayer and devotional patrimony. With approximately 25 million members worldwide, it is Egypt’s largest Christian denomination.

Church of St. Mina vision and mission

Church of St. Mina vision and mission is to help connect people to faith. The church aims to perfect its congregation physically through sports ministry, emotionally through counseling and community support, mentally through providing biblical education, and spiritually through preaching Orthodoxy and church dogma.

HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, kindly gifted a land of 25,000 square feet to build the church in the area of Jebel Ali as a token of the UAE love and appreciation of the Egyptian Christians and their services to the UAE. The building of the Church was completed by 2008.

Church of St. Mina opening

The opening of the church was made official by the first vesper prayer conducted by the Archbishop Anba Abraham together with the priests present in UAE at the time, and the first Mass prayers were held on the following day, November 21, 2009.

The church was officially consecrated by His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, Pope of Alexandria and Patriarch of all Africa on the Holy Apostolic See of St. Mark during his visit to the UAE on May 11, 2014.

Church of St. Mina Building

The following churches in the UAE belong to the same denomination:
St. Antony Coptic Orthodox Church – Abu Dhabi
St. Mary & St. Shenouda The Archimandrite – Al Ain
St. Mina Coptic Orthodox Church – Jebel Ali – Dubai
St. Mark & St. Bishoy Coptic Orthodox Church – Dubai
St. Mary & Martyr Abou Sefein Church – Sharjah
St. George & St. Anthony Church – Fujairah
St. Mary & Archangel Michael Coptic Orthodox Cathedral – Ras Al Khaimah

Tags: Dubai, Saint Mina Coptic Orthodox Church, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Tourist Destination

Al Ain Classic Car Museum

2025 - Sep - 13 | Attractions, Dubai Destination Guide, What to do, What to see

Al Ain Classic Car Museum

The Al Ain Classic Car Museum is an automotive museum in the United Arab Emirates, dedicated to the display of classic and heritage cars. It is located in the city of Al Ain near Jebel Hafeet.

The museum started on 2 November 2009 as a small collection of personal and Abu Dhabi Classic Car Club member cars. While in its early days it was sheltered under a khaima, a traditional Arabic tent, the collection moved on 25th of November of 2013, to the Ain Al Fida Complex, next to Sheikh Zayed’s former home.
The museum has over 30 cars.

Ticket Charges/ Entry Fee is AED 10 per person (Age 5+) and free for Children below 5. The museum opens from-Saturday to Thursday: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM and on Friday: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Al Ain Classic Car Museum workshop facilities

The museum has workshop facilities, and an antique and gift store. Many of our club members’ vehicles have lived across multiple generations and countries. It provides vintage vehicle restoration and repair, private VIP maintenance and service, pre-purchase evaluation and appraisal.

Preservation

Al Ain Classic Car Museum documents its vehicles’ historical background and educate the public on their valuable significance.

Maintenance

Al Ain Classic Car Museum ensures members’ vehicles are always in tip top operating and cosmetic condition at reasonable rates, never sacrificing the integrity of their work.

Event Catering

Al Ain Classic Car Museum provides rental of classic cars from a wide selection, for occasions and promotional events. From time to time it also organises classic car events.

Quality

We operate to USA and European standards in everything we do. See for yourself why we are trusted by over one hundred club members, UAE government organizations and private companies.

Al Ain Classic Car Museum gift store

Al Ain Classic Car Museum operates an antique and gift store.

Tags: Abu Dhabi Classic Car Club, Ain Al Fida Complex, Al Ain Classic Car Museum, Dubai, Jebel Hafeet, Tourist Destination

Sir Baniyas Island

2025 - Aug - 30 | Cruise, Dubai Destination Guide, Hotel, Resort, Where to stay

Sir Baniyas Island

Sir Bani Yas Island is part of the Al Gharbia region of the United Arab Emirates. The island is 17.5 km long and 9 km wide. It is the largest natural island in the United Arab Emirates.

The name Sir Bani Yas originates from the Bani Yas tribe, who first inhabited Abu Dhabi. Sir Bani Yas is the crest of a salt dome created millions of years ago by natural geological forces.

After decades of conservation work and ecological investment, it is now home to thousands of large free-roaming animals and several million trees and plants. There is a bird sanctuary and a wildlife reserve, Sir Bani Yas showcases nature through activities such as adventure safaris, kayaking, mountain biking, archery, hiking and snorkeling.

Sir Baniyas Island Arabian Wildlife Park

Arabian Wildlife Park, which takes up about half of Sir Bani Yas,showcases roaming giraffes, cheetahs and gazelles. They roam freely while the island remains open for visitors.

Salt dome hills define the island’s desert interior. The coast features beaches, sea kayak routes and a shipwreck.

Sir Baniyas Island archeological sites

Thirty-six archeological sites have been discovered throughout Sir Bani Yas, each providing a distinct insight into the island’s history. One of the oldest sites is the remains of a Nestorian Christian monastery which dates back to 600 AD, which is now carefully preserved.

The island is also the location of the only pre-Islamic Christian site to be found in the UAE. The 7th-century Christian church was opened to the public in mid-December 2010. It was discovered in 1992 and has been the focus of archaeological investigation under a team led by Dr. Joseph Elders. According to Dr. Joseph Elders the church was used by Nestorian Christians until about 750 AD.

Sir Baniyas Island Tourism

The Island was named “Best Sustainable Global Tourism Destination” by the World Tourism Awards 2014. It regularly hosts exciting activities and events, while also boasting exquisite hotels, luxury villas and historical sites. Sir Baniyas Island was opened to weekend tourists. These tours soon became so popular that visits would often have to be booked over one year in advance.

In 2007, the Government of Abu Dhabi established the Desert Islands, bringing together Sir Bani Yas, neighboring Dalma Island, and six surrounding sandy outcrops into one destination. Sir Bani Yas and Dalma Islands are developed and can be visited, but the 6 discovery islands are currently closed to the public.

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara

Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara with 64 rooms including six private lodges is located on the northwest reaches of the island. The resort is also home to three restaurants, a spa, health club, kids club and business facilities.

Sir Baniyas Island cruise

Several cruise lines, in particular MSC Cruises, use a small section of the island as a Private island destination on week long cruises. The section contains beaches and several bar and buffet areas. The MSC Beach includes a delicious barbecue lunch of succulent burgers and other grilled delights, fresh salads and vegetables, pastries and fruit. And you can enjoy cocktails, ice-cold beers and soft drinks from the island’s six bars.

MSC Aurea Spa provides massage or beauty treatment. The inflatable water park and kids’ play area will keep children happy all day.

Sir Baniyas Island wind turbine

The island operates a wind turbine, with a production capacity of 850 kilowatts.The island also uses solar energy to power part of the staff accommodation which is not currently connected to the national electricity grid.

Tags: Al Gharbia, Arabian Wildlife Park, Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara, Dubai, MSC Cruises, Nestorian Christian monastery, Sir Bani Yas Island, Tourist Destination

Mar Thoma Parish

2025 - Aug - 16 | Attractions, Dubai Destination Guide, What to do

Dubai Mar Thoma church

Mar Thoma Parish church of Dubai is located in the Jebel Ali area in the Emirate of Dubai. Established in 1969 by a small group of believers who came from Kerala, the parish serves under the Thiruvananthapuram-Kollam Diocese of the Malankara Mar Thoma Syrian Church of India. Today, with a membership of around 2200 families, the Church serves the spiritual needs of the Mar Thoma families in this city. With Holy Communion services both in Malayalam and English, the church has four worship services every week.

Mar Thoma Sevika Sangham for women

Sevika Sangham within the Mar Thoma Church, is for all the women who are part of the church. Sevika Sangham organises Talent’s Day, Christmas programmes, family picnics and competitions for members.

Dubai Mar Thoma Church Sunday School for children

The Dubai Mar Thoma Church Sunday School for children is held after the holy communion service on Fridays and Saturdays for members, which involves various activities and festivals such as art festivals, summer camps and vacation Bible schools.

Dubai Mar Thoma Church beginnings

In the 1960s, Dubai witnessed an influx of residents from India, seeking better trade and job prospects, which included a number of Christians from Kerala. Thus, in 1969, the Dubai Mar Thoma Church was established by 130 Marthomites, who met as a group in the Our Own English School in Bur Dubai.

As the church members grew in number, the Dubai Mar Thoma Church moved its communion services from the school to the compound of the Holy Trinity Church in Oud Metha. However, in 1999, the Government of Dubai granted 20,000 sq.ft of land to construct the Dubai Mar Thoma Parish, and the first service was held on the new premises in 2001.

In November 2018, the parish celebrated its 50 years of congregation in the UAE.

Mar Thoma Church History in Kerala

The Mar Thoma (St. Thomas) Christians of Malabar (Kerala) are one of the earliest Christian communities in the world and as old as the Church in Rome and older than the Church of England. It is traditionally believed that St. Thomas, an Apostle of Jesus Christ came to India in A. D. 52 and landed at Kodungalloor, which was a port near Cochin, on the Malabar coast. According to tradition the ‘Namboodiri Brahmins’ were attracted to the new teaching and several of them received baptism. A few families among them were chosen to be responsible for the government of the new Christian community. Mar Thoma then continued his mission and reached the east coast of India. He died a martyr’s death at a place called St. Thomas Mount and was buried at Mylapore in Madras (Chennai). His relics were taken to Edessa in A.D. 232.

The following churches in UAE belong to Mar Thoma Parish:
Abu Dhabi – Abu Dhabi Mar Thoma Parish
Dubai – Dubai Mar Thoma Parish
Sharjah – Sharjah Mar Thoma Parish
Al Ain – Mar Thoma Church Al Ain
Fujairah – Immanuel Mar Thoma Parish Fujairah
Ras Al Khaimah – St. Thomas Mar Thoma Church.

Tags: Dubai, Mar Thoma Parish, Sevika Sangham, Tourist Destination

The Wonder Maze

2025 - Aug - 2 | Attractions, Dubai Destination Guide, What to do

The Wonder Maze

There are several entertainment options in Dubai and one of them is the Wonder Maze. This is the place for you if you love solving puzzles and navigating through labyrinths. The challenge is for the buffs to find their way out, before passing through the intricate and puzzling pathways. Navigating the maze is challenging, but there are clues spread all along the route to help participants to find their way. You will face many twists and even dead ends in this larger-than-life labyrinth.

The Wonder Maze Location

The Wonder Maze operates in the UAE at Al Ain Zoo, Riverland Dubai and Marina Mall in Abu Dhabi. This shows that the Wonder Maze is a popular pastime.

The mobile wonder maze

This is the largest mobile maze in the world covering 2,787 square meters. The maze is designed in modules so that nearly 3000 meters of paths could be changed frequently, ensuring no two trips are the same. At the centre is a five-meter high viewing platform. There’s also a “Quick Exit” there, for those who want to leave the maze without having to walk all the way back out again.

The Wonder Maze challenge

The attraction is suitable for all age groups and is pegged as a family activity that tests a participant’s sense of direction and memory. Wonder Maze will test your sense of direction and memory as you find your way to the center or reward. It is a significant mental and physical challenge.

The Wonder Maze Goal

Your goal is to get to the center of the Wonder Maze which is basically the five-meter high viewing platform. From the platform you can take a good look at what you’ve accomplished. At the centre point, you will also find a quick exit, from where you can easily walk out of the maze. Generally, it takes about 45 to 50 minutes to solve the puzzle.

The Wonder Maze For Schools

Dubai Wonder Maze offers a special discount for schools as it is is an excellent option for an outdoor school activity. The school packages include a dedicated tour guide, complimentary 3D maze puzzle, personalised certificate, maze games and complimentary vouchers for future visits.

Tags: Dubai, The Wonder Maze, Tourist Destination

Abu Dhabi Corniche

2025 - Jul - 19 | Attractions, Dubai Destination Guide, Tourism, What to do

Abu Dhabi Corniche

The Corniche (or Corniche Road) is an 8 km long road located in the city of Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. In this area there are children’s play areas, separate cycle and pedestrian pathways, fountains, parks, restaurants, cafés and the Corniche Beach. Between 2002 and 2004, land was reclaimed from the sea and the Corniche was extended. Some of the earlier landmarks (the volcano fountain and Abu Dhabi clock tower) were demolished in the process. Busiest in winter, Corniche boasts plenty of parking and public transport. Corniche offers affordable street food, to beach side cafes, to great coffee. For a private experience away from prying eyes, the family and singles beaches are worth the $2.75 entry.

Corniche Beach

Immaculately clean Corniche Beach consisting of powdery stretch of white sand sloping down to turquoise waters, was awarded Blue Flag status, it also has a beautiful seaside boardwalk, with well-kept walkways, manicured gardens and benches overlooking the picturesque Arabian Gulf. In order to qualify for the Blue Flag, a series of stringent environmental, educational, safety, and accessibility criteria must be met and maintained.

The 2km beach has three sections: Al Sahil (Gate 4) is perfect for singles and larger groups with free entry, Gate 2 is ideal for families and has its own quiet zone, with Gate 3 also being great for families and kids. The two latter beaches are shielded from view with a fence. Showers, changing rooms and cabanas are available, and sun loungers and umbrellas can be hired for a fee. A lifeguard is on duty until sunset. Entrance fee for two latter Gates is AED 10 for adults and AED 5 for children. Kids under five are allowed free. Sun lounger will cost AED 25.

Corniche Breakwater

Corniche Breakwater is at the far western corner of Abu Dhabi Corniche. Here are two of Abu Dhabi’s biggest attractions: Marina Mall and Heritage Village.

Marina Mall

Marina Mall is an entertainment complex that includes a bowling alley, ice rink, 400 shops, restaurants, cafes, and cineplex, as well as an array of designer brand outlets in its shopping mall. The Observation Deck 300 is at 74th floor of the Jumeirah at Emirates Tower Hotel, in Tower 2 of Abu Dhabi’s 5-tower Etihad Towers development. It is 300 metres above sea level. The Observation Deck is equipped with binoculars, allowing you to take a closer look at landmarks such as the Emirates Palace, Sky Tower, Marina Mall, and the Persian Gulf.

Marina Mall’s observation tower, ‘Sky Tower’. has traditionally been the budget way to get 360-degree aerial views of the city. The coffee shop here serves the highest high tea in the city. Admission includes ARD50 towards food and drink.

Heritage Village

Heritage Village transports you back to the UAE of the past thanks to its authentic reconstruction of a pre-oil-era enclave. Its open-air museum includes a campfire with traditional coffee pots and a tent made from goat hair.

Corniche Breakwater Founder’s Memorial

This memorial celebrates the life and achievements of Sheikh Zayed, the founder of the United Arab Emirates. The Constellation, a giant avant-garde 3D art piece reflecting the portrait of the sheikh is set inside the garden of the Founder’s Memorial. In order to fully appreciate the full spectacle, you will have to visit after dark when The Constellation comes alive with lights. Free 30-minute tours of the site are offered throughout the day when booked online or reserved on arrival.

Emirates Palace

Emirates Palace is a luxury hotel with 392 rooms and suits and 1002 crystal chandeliers, built at a cost of AED 11 billion. It is located in the Corniche Breakwater area. The hotel hosts operas and orchestras during the Abu Dhabi Classics concert season, Afternoon high tea in the foyer (from Dhs387 for two people), is very popular along with cocktails at the trendy Hakkasan, fine seafood at Sayad and upmarket Emirati cuisine at Mezlai.

Food offerings at Corniche

In the far western corner of Corniche Beach there are some excellent eating places such as Catch for fresh seafood, or Marl’s Organic for juices and salads. Rosina Bellina, overlooking the seafront, offers fine Italian dining with al fresco views, while further along Corniche Road you’ll find a collection of tempting dining options next to Corniche Park.

Tags: 3Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi, Corniche, Heritage Village, Tourist Destination, United Arab Emirates, climbing wall, dventure playground, pirate ship, skate park

LEGOLAND Water Park

2025 - Jul - 5 | Attractions, Dubai Destination Guide, Holiday Package, What to do, What to see

LEGOLAND Water Park

LEGOLAND Water Park is designed specifically for kids aged 2-12 and their families. At this unique Water Park, take on the Joker Soaker, build your very own LEGO raft, go on a splash safari or slip and slide your way down one of the many attractions! It is the seventh Legoland park in the world. In this park over 20 million Lego bricks were used to create 15,000 miniature models of different landmarks and structures around the world. If your kids are familiar with the magic of Legos, they’ll appreciate the fun and excitement of land made entirely of giant Legos.

Attraction in LEGOLAND® Water Park

Build-A-Boat

Here is where the creativity really flows. The whole family can each build their own boats with LEGO® bricks and put them to the test.

Build-A-Raft River

You can build the biggest, best LEGO® raft you can. Imagine, design and build your own unique LEGO vessel and float around the lazy river.

DUPLO® Splash Safari

Toddlers will love this water play area with four “toddler sized” slides and larger than life LEGO® DUPLO® characters.

Joker Soaker

This fun and interactive water playground with slides offers something for every family member.

LEGO® Slide Racers

This exhilarating ride consists of six mat slides where you can do wet and wild race together with your friends.

LEGO® Wave Pool

Catch a gentle wave or simply cool off in this perfectly sized wave pool where the waves are just big enough for the whole family to enjoy. For toddlers, this is a dedicated shallow area with fun interactive elements.

Red Rush

The whole family can ride together in a family-sized raft down a 312-foot-long curving track on an 11-foot in diameter half pipe.

Splash ‘N’ Swirl

You can splash and swirl on your own or share a tube with a friend. Splash your way down the slide.

Twist ‘N’ Spin

Spin down the slide on your own or with a friend on a double tube and enjoy endless twists and turns.

Splash Out

In the Splash Out you speed down the 60 foot drop of this open body slide and ‘splash out’ into the water below.

Tidal Tube

You slide down 70 metres in this closed tube slide.

Twin Chasers

In the Twin Chasers two persons can slide together into a wading area below.

Wave Rider

In the Wave Rider you will zoom your way 240 feet down in an open body slide, straight into the water below.

Tags: Dubai, Joker Soaker, LEGO, LEGOLAND Water Park, Red Rush, Slide Racers, Splash Out, Tourist Destination, Twin Chasers, Twist ‘N’ Spin, Wave Pool, Wave Rider

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