AP / Kamran Jebreili
Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) festivities kick off in the shadow of Dubai Shopping Festival, a far more popular event taking place during the tolerable climate months of January-February. DSS is not far behind and together with DSF plays a major role in characterizing Dubai as the Mecca for shopaholics.
This year, the festival has started on 17 June with 52 days of international fashion events, shopping discounts in malls, food, entertainment, kid’s events, concerts, musicals and cartoons enthralling every one.
Presented by Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE), formerly known as the Dubai Shopping Festival Office, DSS delegates Dubai on an international level as shoppers from all around the place, are lured by the amazing discounts on merchandise. Nowhere will you find special offers like Best Buys, Buy One Get One Free, Added Value, and deals that are more interesting.
DSS’s lucky mascot ‘Modhesh’ has marked down its favorite merchandise, which could be gold & jewelry, electronics, international fashion labels, luxury watches, hotel accommodation or fine dining across various locations in Dubai. In addition, to make the customers feel pampered there are various deals across all the major spas and salons around Dubai.
It is not always true to say, money burns a hole in one’s pocket. DSS proves it wrong with its Raffles draw where you get a chance to win 14 BMW series 3 luxury sedans. Draws will be held every Thursday from June 24, except for the Final Draw that will take place on Saturday August 7.
Other than shopping, Dubai is admired for its perfect blend of outdoor attractions and historical monuments. Complete your trip to Dubai with a Desert Safari besides visiting the Park, Art Galleries, Golf Courses, Zoos and Museums. Alternatively, spend a little more to book yourself a helicopter ride to enjoy a view of the eye-catching Arabian Gulf.
Souqs & Markets
Gold Souq:
A place not to be missed, the Gold Souq is the ‘soul’ of Dubai and earned its rightful place as the ‘City of Gold’. Situated in the narrow alleys of Deira, well-known brands along with unbranded outlets sell gold in a wide range of accessories.
Spice Souq:
Spices typical to the Arab world are to be found only in the alleys of Dubai. Overpowering fragrances of strong spices fill the Arabian styled market. This is the ideal place to buy Arabian souvenirs that you’ll want to remember forever such as sheesha pipes, henna, incense sticks, sandalwood, etc.
Textile Market:
Textile Market is an excellent place to buy cloth from traders at reasonable rates. Items on display are exports from Afghanistan, India, Iran, UAE, Pakistan and Oman.
Participating Malls in DSS
Al Bustan Centre
Mall Timings:
Saturday to Thursday: 10am to 11pm
Friday: 2pm to 11pm
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 263 0000
Fax: +971 4 263 0005
Toll Free: 800 4648 (UAE Only)
Website: www.al-bustan.com
Al Ghurair City
Mall Timings:
Saturday to Thursday: 10am to 12am
Friday: 2pm to 12am
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 2055309/285
Fax: +971 4 2229028
Website: www.alghuraircity.com
Email: infoagc@al-ghurair.com
Arabian Center
Mall Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am to 10:30pm
Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 12 midnight
Foodcourt & Restaurant Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am to 12 midnight
Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 12:30am
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 2845555
Fax: +971 4 2845444
Website: www.arabiancenter.ae
Email: arabian.info@lalsgroup.com
Century Mall
Mall Timings:
Saturday to Wednesday: 10am to 10pm
Thursday: 10am to 11pm
Friday: 2pm to 11pm
Carrefour Hypermarket:
Everyday: 8:30am to 12 midnight
Jungle Bungle:
Saturday to Wednesday: 10am to 11pm
Thursday: 10am to 1am
Friday: 2pm to 1am
Food Court:
Saturday to Wednesday: 10am to 12 midnight
Thursday: 10am to 1am
Friday: 2pm to 1am
Lamcy Plaza
Mall Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 9am to 10:30pm
Thursday to Saturday: 9am to 12 midnight
Foodcourt Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 9am to 12 midnight
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 3359999
Fax: +971 4 3359996
Mercato
Mall Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am – 10pm
Thursday to Saturday: 10am – Midnight
Spinneys Supermarket:
Everyday: 8am to 12 midnight
Grand Cinemas:
Everyday: 10am to 12 midnight
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 3444 161
Fax: +971 4 3490 066
Website: www.MercatoShoppingMall.com
Email: management@mercatotowncentre.ae
Oasis Centre
Mall Timings:
Sunday to Wednesday: 10am to 10pm
Thursday to Saturday: 10am to 12 midnight
Contact Information:
Tel: +971 4 515 4000
Fax: +971 4 515 4001
Website: www.oasiscentremall.com
Palm Strip
Mall Timings:
Saturday to Thursday: 10am to 10pm
Friday: 2pm to 10pm
Contact Information:
Tel: 04-3461462
Fax: 04-3461206
Website: www.dipllc.ae
The Dubai Mall
Mall Timings:
Everyday: 10am to 12 midnight
Contact Information:
Tel: 800 38224 6255 (800 DUBAI MALL)
Website: www.thedubaimall.com
Popularity: 45% [?]
Tags: DEPE, DSS, Dubai, Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment, Dubai Summer Surprises, Entertainment, Modhesh, Shopping Malls, Souq, Tourism, Travel
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