Dubai: With just hours left for the celebration, all major tourist destinations are making final preparations to usher in the New Year. Everyone is waiting for the guests by preparing a never-before-seen celebration program.
People are looking for places to celebrate on land, sea and sky according to their budget. Burj Khalifa and Marina are the heart of the festivities. There are celebrations at Alseef, Global Village and Expo City.
Global Village has prepared a New Year celebration in 7 schedules. The New Year’s Eve celebration starts at 8.30 pm and lasts till 1.30 am.
D3 boat
D3 yachts are preparing an opportunity to sit on the sea and enjoy the unforgettable sights of New Year events on land, fireworks and colorful lights all around. Celebrate with family and friends at the Marina, full of pomp and celebration. 15,000 – 20,000 dirhams for rent for yachts that can accommodate 15 people. Enjoy live BBQ and unlimited refreshments.
Burj Khalifa
Burj Khalifa will be the venue for the biggest celebrations in the world. It is reported that around one lakh people will participate in the celebrations here. Access to Burj Khalifa will be closed at 4pm. The world’s largest building will host a record fireworks display. Dubai Frame, Bluewaters, The Beach, Jumeirah Beach Resort and Burj Al Arab will also be celebrated. Seats must be booked in advance.
Centers
All golf clubs in Dubai have New Year celebrations. The parties will be accompanied by fireworks and art performances. The celebration will also be held at Dubai Creek, Dubai Park and Resort and Dubai Festival City. Those tired of the festivities here will head to the desert and the northern emirates. Rasul Khaimah has long hours of events. Fireworks will also be held at 12 pm.
Drone show and concert
There is also a chance on New Year’s Eve to see hundreds of drones painting the sky. The drone show is part of the shopping festival at The Beach, Bluewaters and JBR. There will be a special show at 8 and 11 p.m. Australian singer Kylie Minogue, Sudanese singer Nada Al Khala, Enrique Iglesias and others have arranged music programs in the hotels. Various hotels have arranged the performances of singers including you in Kerala.
Parking is free in Sharjah
Sharjah: As part of the New Year celebrations, the Municipal Corporation has announced that parking will be free in Sharjah on January 1. The law does not apply in the blue marked 7-day paid parking zone. Those who park here have to pay.