THE GRAND MILLENNIUM Dubai’s special family room package during Eid costs Dhs800.
The deal includes free breakfast for two adults and up to three children under 12 years, two free movies per stay, complimentary parking and a 50 per cent discount on a Hamam treatment.
Call 04 429 9999 for bookings and more info on the hotel in Tecom.
STARTING ON THE first day of Eid, Ajman City Centre has a wealth of all-day entertainment in store for visitors.
Face painters, balloon benders, clowns and jugglers will show off their skills, and a henna lady will also be on hand from 8pm to 11.45pm.
A half-hour puppet show begins at 9pm and 10.30pm, while a Khaligi dance show takes place from 8pm, 9pm, 10pm and 11pm.
See www.ajmancitycentre.com for more details.
UNTIL SEPTEMBER 10, Souk Al Bahar presents the ‘Art of Calligraphy’ exhibition – featuring the works of both famed and emerging artists.
The show can be seen at various points on level two of the shopping and dining destination in Downtown Dubai. It is presented by Glory Art Gallery, and provides a comprehensive overview of the evolution of Arabic calligraphy, the different styles, the various media used and its socio-cultural significance.
See www.soukalbahar.ae for more details.
INDULGE IN A bumper Eid feast at the Nour Arjaan by Rotana Hotel in Fujairah.
The Dhs99 buffet features traditional Oriental and international cuisine, with face painting, movies and toy giveaways to keep the little ones engaged while you enjoy your meal.
In the evening, the Aquarius Pool Café will serve a selection of flavoured shisha, beverages and light snacks as guests enjoy the majestic views.
Call 09 202 5555 for bookings and more info.
TRY A BLEND of Mediterranean and Emirati cuisine on the second and third days of Eid at the Ayla Hotel in Al Ain.
The Dhs110 meal at Ayla Restaurant includes a raffle draw to win airline tickets, discounted rates to Hili fun city and free entry tickets to both the ice skating rink in Bawadi Mall and Al Ain Zoo.
Children under six eat free, and children under 12 eat half price – with activities for youngsters including a bouncy castle, face painting and a trampoline.
To book, visit www.aylahotels.com.
(from Chef Hassan Massood, Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Media City)
Serves: 6 people
Preparation: 25 minutes