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Life in Dubai Festival City: What You Need to Know

Dubai is one of the world’s most economically stable and business-friendly cities. It is also a great community for families. That is why most expats and entrepreneurs, whether local or foreign, want to live and work here with their loved ones.

But there is one specific Dubai neighbourhood that is very attractive to business people and families looking for a new home – Dubai Festival City.

Dubai Festival City is a community where waterfront tranquillity and city living come together. It offers the perfect mix of world-class shopping, dining, lifestyle, entertainment, and hotels.

But before looking for Dubai Festival City apartments for rent and sale, here’s what you should know.

Home to different essential amenities and recreational options

Dubai Festival City is a complete commercial and residential development, offering everything you need to enjoy a comfortable and healthy lifestyle. It is home to essential amenities, including convenience stores, shopping malls, supermarkets, salons, schools, and farmer’s markets. This means that you can get easy and fast access to any of these services whenever you need them.

Furthermore, it houses Al Futtaim HealthHub, a family medical centre equipped with the latest health amenities and specialised healthcare practitioners providing the highest possible level of care. Other medical centres and hospitals near Dubai Festival City include the Emirates Specialty Hospital, Mediclinic Welcare Hospital, and Magrabi Eye Hospital.

There are also relaxation and leisure spots for couples and youngsters, including Festival Bay st the Dubai Festival City Mall. The mall also has different attractions that cater to people of all ages, including Cream Aero, Novo Cinemas, BOUNCE, and Fabyland. And when you’re there, don’t miss watching IMAGINE Dubai, a laser and fountain show near the mall.

Other activities you can do include exploring the Dubai Creek and going on a dhow dinner cruise.

Lots of green spaces and fitness opportunities

Dubai Festival City has gardens and parks for you and your family to go walking, cycling, or running to stay fit and healthy. It also has wellness facilities where you can relax and get close to nature, including the swimming pools that you can freely use if you become a resident.

Architecturally unique and quality homes

Dubai Festival City offers excellent residential options, divided into three communities: Marsa Plaza, Al Badia Residences, and Al Badia Hillside. Every area has an array of properties to choose from, whether you opt to rent or buy.

In Marsa Plaza, contemporary architecture and pure art are blended carefully to create an extraordinary, unique exterior design. The apartments here are modern, comfortable and simple, providing residents access to various amenities, including a health club and gym, lap and swimming pool, restaurants and many others. Some units boast unobstructed views of the

Dubai Creek and the cityscape.

Al Badia Residences comprises townhouses and apartments, while Al Badia Hillside apartments are nestled in green spaces located at the heart of Dubai Festival City — making them perfect choices for couples and families looking to enjoy living close to the Dubai Festival City Mall, schools (such as the Deira International School) and medical facilities in the neighbourhood.

With the availability of essential amenities, wellness and recreational spots, and various housing options, Dubai Festival City is undoubtedly an ideal community for you and your family.

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