THE Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre will be offering unique packages this summer season, hosting an array of unforgettable experiences that have been created with the global family traveler in mind.

The luxury hotel is situated in the heart of Dubai, next door to Dubai’s most popular family attractions, including The Dubai Mall, the largest shopping center in the world, The Dubai Fountain a captivating water, music and light spectacle at over 900 ft in length, alongside the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa: all perfectly placed to provide the ultimate summer family retreat.

The package includes two exclusive offers, which have both have been specifically designed to enable guests to ‘discover’ not only themselves, but also the magical city of Dubai. Guests can reserve either a Deluxe Room for two adults and one child with rates starting from AED865 per night or an Executive Suite which hosts a larger family of two adults and two children for AED1,330 per night. Each package includes a sophisticated international buffet breakfast with European, Asian, Middle Eastern and Indian influences.

The luxury hotel ensures that from the moment of arrival, children are well looked after and are encouraged to discover the sights and sounds of the hotel and its environment. Guided by playfulness and a sense of wonder, the kids club Ritz Kids, delights and engages your children to interact with their surroundings in a fresh and exciting way, while introducing them to the four important pillars of Ritz Kids discovery: Water, Land, Environmental Responsibility and Culture.

Each “Discover With You” program comprises of a sightseeing tour of the city, where guests are able to jump off along the way and explore each main attraction. Attractions include the Gold Souk, a traditional market and hidden gem in Dubai, offering a wide range of jewelry, gold, and precious stones and The Palm Dubai. The package also includes a captivating Dhow Cruise where families are able to discover Dubai by sea.

All Ritz-Carlton guests receive 50% off La Perle, by Dragone tickets until Sept. 30. La Perle by Dragine, an interactive stage show that features a cast of 65 artists, each bringing their own unique set of skills to the performance, ranging from acting, acrobatic, aquatic and aerial stunts. Families will be mesmerized throughout the one and a half hour fast-paced live show with the performers diving into the pool on stage and flying through the theatre at spectacular heights, creating a visually captivating experience both below, above and on stage. — SG