Travelling can be both thrilling and exhausting, especially when you find yourself with hours to spare at the airport, but one thing it doesn’t have to be is boring! Dubai International Airport is not your typical airport – it’s a vibrant hub full of surprises and activities that make waiting for your flight an adventure in itself. So, the next time you catch yourself at DXB (and hope it’s soon because we need to make the most out of this summer), remember these incredible fun activities you can do to relax, stay occupied, have fun or just let the time pass you by, without a care in the world.

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1. Take A Dip At An Indoor Pool

Start your holiday early with a swim in the Relaxation Pool inside DXB Hotel (Terminal 3, Concourse B and C). Access costs AED 75 for one hour or AED 99 for two hours, including use of the pool, steam room, Jacuzzi, and showers. Open 24 hours a day. Visit their website for more information.

2. Zen Gardens

For a peaceful escape, visit the Zen Gardens located at Gates B7 and B27 in Terminal 3. These serene spaces feature lush greenery, a fish pond, and plenty of plants to help you relax during your stopover.

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3. Game On

DXB boasts the region’s first-ever gaming lounge, Game Lounge in Terminal 3, Concourse B, ‘Game Space’. Whether you want to kill time or dominate the leaderboards, choose from 40 game stations with top-tier PCs and consoles. Open 24/7, you can play popular games like Fortnite, League of Legends, Gran Turismo 7, and Crash Bandicoot. Visit their website for more information.

4. Access Premium Lounges

Treat yourself to luxury in the airport lounges, where you can enjoy everything from fresh juice bars and dedicated baristas to in-lounge Duty-Free boutiques for a premium shopping experience. Relax with great food and executive surroundings available 24/7. Need to stay on top of work? The lounges offer a range of business services and reliable, fast airport Wi-Fi with speeds up to 100mbps. One standout is the Plaza Premium Lounge in Terminal 3, featuring live cooking stations and a butler service at the family suites.

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5. Catch Some Zzz’s

For those late-night long-haul flights, DXB has dedicated sleep lounges called Sleep ‘n Fly. The largest, in Concourse B, Terminal 3, spans 575 sq.m and accommodates 46 people. Smaller sleep ‘n fly lounges are located in Concourse A and C of Terminal 3. Terminal 1 travellers can nap in the sleep pods in Concourse D. Visit their website for more information.

6. Win Big At DXB

Few airports offer the chance to leave richer than when you arrived, but Dubai Duty-Free’s Millennium Millionaire draw does just that. Since 1999, it has offered a grand prize of US $1 million. Tickets cost AED 1,000, with only 5,000 sold, giving you a good chance to win. The draw takes place every two to three weeks, and winners are notified via email. Visit their website for more information.

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7. Get Those Steps In

Don’t miss your workout just because you’re travelling. Terminal 3 houses a fully-equipped gym at the Dubai International Airport Hotel (Concourse B and C). For AED 147, you can work out for three hours, with access to machines, a sauna, and a steam room for post-exercise relaxation.

8. Relaxation At Its Finest

Travelling can be stressful, but DXB makes it easy to unwind. Book a combination massage for AED 500 at Timeless Spa in Dubai International Airport Hotel or freshen up with a wash and blowout at XpresSpa (Terminal 3, Concourse B & C). Remember, you’re on holiday – you deserve to treat yourself every step of the way!

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9. Shop Till You Drop

Dubai Duty-Free is renowned for its fantastic deals and diverse selection. Along with perfumes, cosmetics, and electronics, you can explore stores like Boots, Burberry, Hugo Boss, and Tiffany and Co. in Terminal 1. Terminal 2 offers great options in Duty-Free, while Terminal 3 features an extensive range of shops, including Dior, Jo Malone, Louis Vuitton in Concourse B, and Victoria’s Secret in Concourse C.

10. Dining Delights

And, of course, we can’t talk about fun things to do at DXB without mentioning food! With over 100 food outlets, DXB offers a culinary journey around the world. Try Giraffe’s katsu chicken noodles in Terminal 1, grab a sandwich at The Hangar in Terminal 3, or indulge in Hard Rock Cafe’s famous Original Legendary Burger, also in Terminal 3.

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