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As summer hits Dubai, temperatures also start to hit above 40°C. UAE residents and visitors usually hesitate to go outside during this scorching weather, but the hot summer season should not hinder you from having fun! Here are 5 “cool” things to do to escape Dubai summer heat.

Eat ice cream at iScream

What better way to keep yourself cool than some delicious ice cream! If you're looking forward to trying new ice cream flavours, this place serves 44 unique flavours to satisfy your cravings. Curry flavour, kulfi, ube, Emirati coffee, Umm Ali, wasabi, ginger, matcha green tea, Halawa, and dates are just a few of the really unusual flavours that iScream will delight your taste buds with. Location: La Mer

Ski at Ski Dubai

If you want to do something fun while keeping yourself cool, Ski Dubai is the place for you! Gear up with some warm socks, ski jackets and trousers, and snow boots because this cool indoor Ski place has a temperature set to -1°C all year round. Ski Dubai offers a variety of activities. Aside from skiing, you can also try snowboarding, zip line, taking a chairlift ride to see the view, meeting the adorable penguins, or simply playing with snow. Location: Mall of the Emirates

Watch movies at Vox Cinemas

It offers the best experience for movie fans with the latest blockbusters. With comfy seats, excellent customer service, and above all, icy cold air conditioning, Vox cinemas is definitely the place to beat the summer heat.

Drink hot choco in Chillout Ice Lounge

Hot chocolate in hot weather? Absolutely! Chillout Ice Lounge’s temperature is set to -6°C, way cooler than Ski Dubai. The place is so cold that guests have to spend a few minutes in the +5°C room to get used to the temperature. You can enjoy your favourite hot cream of chicken soup, beef lasagna, sandwiches, or hot chocolate and cappuccino while chilling (literally) in their ice seats and tables. Embellished with jaw-dropping ice sculptures, it makes the place totally instagram-worthy! Location: Times Square Centre, Dubai

Swim with dolphins at Dolphin Bay

Swim and scuba dive or get a chance to stand beside the playful dolphins for a photo opportunity for approximately 30 minutes in the lagoon at Dolphin Bay. Aside from that, you can also try paddling your way or kayaking in their cool, blue waters surrounded by playful dolphins. Location: Atlantis The Palm DMM/Expat Media
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