Ice Sky on Dubai

Ski in Dubai–Third Largest Indoor Snow Park in the World

I’ve noticed that it’s really hot in Dubai (when I was there the summer of 1990, it was about 117°F, 47°C), and what they crave is cold. So, in addition to the Ice Lounge (see previous post), Dubai now also has Ski Dubai, an indoor ski resort complex–the third largest indoor snow park in the world. The snow is real, although artificially produced.

Ski Dubai Here is the complex as seen from the outside:

Ski Dubai Complex, outside image .
There are five runs, which range from beginner’s slopes to advanced. the quad chairlifts hold four persons each. Lessons from ski instructors are available. Americans say the conditions compare well with American slopes (which seem to be superior to European slopes, according to skiers who have skied on both). The complex includes three themed restaurants, one midway on the slopes. You can rent all ski equipment and ski clothing.

A Run through Trees at Ski Dubai, image
Being originally from Colorado, and having skied many times at Vail, Copper Mountain, Breckenridge, Beaver Creek, Winter Park, and Loveland, I’d say that in appearance