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Sports& activities SPORTS & activities Dubai has a great selection of sports and activities, so why not get out and try some of those exciting things you’ve always dreamed of. To help you plan the week ahead, here are some of Dubai’s most popular spots. SKIING SKI DUBAI @ MALL OF THE EMIRATES Ski Dubai is a wintery wonderland boasting a 400m ski run with five multi-directional slopes, purpose built jumps and a snowboarding park. If you're looking to hit the piste, improve your skills, tobogganing or just rolling around in the snow, Ski Dubai has it all. Off the slopes why not check out the mind blowing snow park or meet and play with Ski Dubai's resident Snow Penguins! For an added thrill try the new Snow Bullet, a state of the art 150m zip line that propels you over the mountain-themed slopes below. Group packages and private tuition are all available and entry prices include ski jackets and trousers, boots, skis or a snowboard, disposable socks, poles and medical insurance. Open 10am to 11pm during the week and 10am to 12 midnight at the weekends. Call 04-4094000 or visit www.skidxb.com. 36 | JULY Discover Dubai