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Dubai Global Village

The Global Village continues to grow as the event that gives the Dubai Shopping Festival its international essence. With more than 2.3 million confirmed visitors last year (source Gulf Marketing Research), the Global Village continues to be the "Focal Point of the Dubai Shopping Festival". Through the exhibition of traditional art, handicrafts and national products displayed in over 30 Pavilions representing countries from the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe, Al-Futtaim Investments is looking to raise Global Village 2003 to new heights. In addition, with over 60 restaurants, our visitors are presented with the opportunity to taste the many traditional dishes and delicacies from around the world. As always the giant Fun Fair will offer thrills and excitement for all the family, further promoting our event as a complete 'enjoyment' venue. As part of our commitment to Global Village 2003, Al-Futtaim Investments has introduced a more 'permanent' feel to the site. Landscaped areas with trees, plants and even more seating, will present a more pleasing and relaxed atmosphere allowing visitors an opportunity to unwind during their stay. Additionally, Al-Futtaim Investments has created a unique stage area, where entertainers and acts from the various pavilions will be able to promote their country's culture through music and traditional scenes. Above all, the overall plan of the site has been further improved, taking into account the increased flow of visitors throughout the Global Village while promoting a visually stimulating environment. Global Village 2003 will continue to promote Dubai as a leading family entertainment centre within the Middle East and beyond.

Key Attraction Each year Global Village aims to be bigger and better than ever before, and Global Village 2003 will be no different. Just for starters, the Global Village 2003 will be 154,000 square metres larger than last year. The key attractions cover a whole host of activities and events, such as: Over 30 international pavilions beautifully made reflecting the country's heritage. Enjoy the culture, art, and taste the cuisine from a range of countries in just minutes. Apart from the pavilion restaurants there will be over 60 different restaurants and coffee shops - 30% more than last year, catering to a wide variety of culinary tastes. There will also be a main performance stage where shows will take place on a daily basis together with competitions and activities organised by the pavilions. Visit the site frequently during DSF for upcoming events and activities. Your kids will enjoy the new Children's Play Area, specially developed by Global Village.There will also be new, exciting daily entertainment for the family on the main performance stage as well as throughout Global Village. The fairground will be twice as big as last year, giving visitors an ample choice of rides and opportunities to win gifts through skill games. This year Global Village will also be introducing a new Go-Kart Track as well as the largest Ferris Wheel at 40 metres high. Global Village 2003 will be the official venue for the daily Dubai Shopping Festival Car and Gold Raffle Draw. So get ready for a bigger and better than ever before Global Village 2003!

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