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If you were to say that you had enjoyed some fantastic skiing in the desert with the perfect snow conditions, chances are that people would think that you're suffering from sunstroke, had a little too much to drink or have completely lost the plot.
Everyone knows the chances of perfect snow conditions in the heat of the desert are as likely as the proverbial snowball's chance in hell right?
As luck would have it, if you fancy spending the morning at some of the hottest beach properties in the world then heading off for an afternoon of skiing or snowboarding, the Middle East resort city of Dubai could well be the answer.
This really is one ski experience that must be seen to be believed. Standing some 85 meters high (that's around 25 storeys) and 80 meters wide, Ski Dubai holds the position as the world's largest indoor ski slope, made even more amazing by the fact that it's located in one of the hottest deserts in the world.
The complex boasts 5 separate runs that vary in difficulty, height and gradient, with the longest ski run being 400 meters and descending over 60 meters. Size isn't everything with this technologically amazing construction. The facility is fully-equipped with a themed restaurant, several cafes with views of the slope, and an exclusive retail shop with expert staff to advise you on your equipment. Ski Dubai also has its own team of professional Ski & Snowboard Academy instructors to help you learn to glide down the slope with ease.
Key features of Ski Dubai include:
A guest capacity of 1,500
Freestyle zone
3,000m2 Snow Park with a snow cavern
Quad chairlift, tow lift and flying carpets
Rental of quality equipment and clothing included in the ticket price
Qualified professional instructors
State of the art ticketing system
Changing areas with locker rental
Private kids' party rooms
Exclusive retail shop - Snow Pro
St Moritz Cafe and Avalanche Cafe
With the interior temperature maintained at a cool -1 to -2, Ski Dubai is without a doubt the coolest place to go, in more ways than one, after a day on the beach.
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