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ok, where is santa?

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Latest post on 20 November 2011 - 21:36

can i ask where he is? can we have breakfast with him? pictures?
first christmas in Dubai! thanks

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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 09:59

found info for the wafi santa. Gonna head there early on the 2nd day I think, hopefully not so many people (keeping fingers crossed) http://www.expatechodubai.com/whats-on/wafis-santa-claus/ I'd love to go to Ski Dubai, that sounds very christmassy and perfect spot for santa :)

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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 09:20

We went to Wafi last year. The line took FOREVER! It's a huge display though and it was kind of cool how they kept Santa hidden in a little house. It really built up the anticipation for the kids who were dying to see him. Made their time with him even more special. Not sure I want to wait in that line again though. Last year the Toys R Us at Times square had a little display for Santa with no line.

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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 08:50

I loved the ski Dubai Santa last year, it is Mr and Mrs Claus, they are a senior couple and absolutely lovely, they looked so real I almost started to believe in Santa again. WHAT????[img'>http://www.smileys4me.com/getsmiley.php?show=2148[/img'>

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Latest post on 22 November 2011 - 08:37

Thanks ladies will do that *like" :)

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 22:51

If you go to the Ski Dubai facebook page and *LIKE* it then you'll get status updates with info on forthcoming Santa activities. Afew weeks before Christmas they have boards in the lobby with details of his visits. Love this time of year! :-)

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 22:39

Can you tell me a bit more info about the one at Ski Dubai? did you pay to go in? did you geta pix or a gift or just meet him, is there a q inside to meet him and can you remember what kind of times he was there? Thanx Most of the time they are inside Ski Dubai, so you do need to go in (pay regular entry). There is also breakfast with Santa at the restaurant right in front of it (forgot name) thats where we had pictures taken with Mr & Mrs Claus last year. I think it was around 200 for the 4 of us (2 adults 2 little kids, incl breakfast buffet, nothing fancy but not too shabby either). It's a gorgeous picture with Ski Dubai in the background, next to a nice tree, looks like it was taken in a cosy cold country somewhere in Europe!

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 22:28

Here you go ladies, the details about Wafi: http://www.wafi.com/page.aspx?id=4834&terms=Santa&TID=0

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 20:33

I loved the ski Dubai Santa last year, it is Mr and Mrs Claus, they are a senior couple and absolutely lovely, they looked so real I almost started to believe in Santa again. I've been googling Xmas tree lighting ceremonies and the like but no results... if anyone's knows about Santa events please update, I will do so also. edited by Sanzeveria on 21/11/2011 Can you tell me a bit more info about the one at Ski Dubai? did you pay to go in? did you geta pix or a gift or just meet him, is there a q inside to meet him and can you remember what kind of times he was there? Thanx

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 20:09

I loved the ski Dubai Santa last year, it is Mr and Mrs Claus, they are a senior couple and absolutely lovely, they looked so real I almost started to believe in Santa again. I've been googling Xmas tree lighting ceremonies and the like but no results... if anyone's knows about Santa events please update, I will do so also. <em>edited by Sanzeveria on 21/11/2011</em>

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 16:43

The Wafi santa is the best santa...just try and get there early (as in at opening time, or on a weekday to avoid the q's) Lil miss and friends really enjoy the winter wonderland at Madinat, however..i don't. The kempinsky hotel at the MoE and ski dubai normally have a santa as well, havent been to him for a few years so not sure if it's still a good option.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 16:35

just a note re the Oasis Centre Santa (well of course there is only one Santa but he spreads himself around :D ) - it was kind of funny timings last year, like after 5pm only or something like that.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 16:09

I know there will be a Santa at the JESS night market! Where is JESS and when is the night market?!! (sorry I'm a bit stupid!):( Hi Rebecca, JESS is in Jumeirah, and they have a yearly night market before the festive season :) Here is more info... http://www.expatechodubai.com/whats-on/night-market-brings-festive-spirit-to-dubai/ <em>edited by Wendopia on 21/11/2011</em>

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 15:21

Ok Ladies just for you http://www.dubib.com/news/16918_oasis-centre-to-spread-christmas-spirit-with-festive-offers-and-family-attractions

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 12:42

I think the "classic Dubai" one would be the Santa at Madinat where you take your photo with him and have Burj al Arab in the background :) I'm sure there will be a Santa in most of the malls, probably just waiting for National day to be over then they'll have it all set up.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 12:37

I know there will be a Santa at the JESS night market! Where is JESS and when is the night market?!! (sorry I'm a bit stupid!):(

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 12:32

I think I remember that Oasis center did something last year and poss even Santa was there too and easy to see as no-one knew about it.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 11:41

WAFI santa is good but can be busy and queues horrible if trying to keep LOs entertained but will probably go back again this year. I think santa is also at the Chrstmas fayre at Madinat and also at Ski Dubai which might be nice.....havent been to either of these just working from memory of last year.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 11:26

Yes, Wafi does a huge Christmas display every year and Santa is there. Plus the kids get a nice little gift too when they have their photo taken with him. Usually appears after National Day.

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 10:02

There is usually a really nice Santa at WAFI. no info yet on their site, but keep checking, I'm sure they will announce the details soon enough. Ok, was worried because everybody talks here that all the good X mas brunches are booked? so where to see him?

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Latest post on 21 November 2011 - 09:56

There is usually a really nice Santa at WAFI. no info yet on their site, but keep checking, I'm sure they will announce the details soon enough.

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Latest post on 20 November 2011 - 22:06

North Pole ??? http://www.norad.mil/about/Santa.html

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Latest post on 20 November 2011 - 21:41

OHHHH! Good question! Very good question! My kids have had pictures with Santa every year since birth, so I will have to find him too this year O!o

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Latest post on 20 November 2011 - 21:39

I know there will be a Santa at the JESS night market!

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