From Skyscrapers to Desert Safaris- Gaurav’s UAE Family Trip Review with Thrillophilia

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PNR: BKDP6NS2CU5
Rating: ★★★★★
Travellers: Gaurav Kothari, Rudram Kothari, Aagam Kothari, Alka Jain, Vivaan Jain, Hitavi Jain, Harsh Kumar Jain & Harshita Kothari
Trip Duration:  8 Days | 7 Nights
Date of Travel: 3 Jan 2025 to 10 Jan 2025
Package Booked: 6 Days Dubai Tour Package

Gaurav Kothari wanted to plan a nice holiday for his family and his friends. They were two groups of families with 4 kids and 4 adults, and they looked for an itinerary that would allow them to explore at their own pace without a rigid timetable. To make this happen, Gaurav worked with Thrillophilia’s sales owner, Abhishek Sharma, to set up a plan that covered flights from Jaipur to Abu Dhabi and a return from Dubai to Jaipur, while leaving most of their days free. To get around easily and fit both families comfortably, they rented a large car with a driver, which gave them the freedom to drive around the cities whenever they liked.

During their two days in Abu Dhabi, the families used their rental car to explore some of the city's most famous and kid-friendly spots. They drove over to the stunning Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, where the adults marveled at the beautiful white marble while the kids loved the vast, open courtyards. For some outdoor fun, they headed to the bustling Corniche area, letting the kids run around the green beachside parks while everyone enjoyed the cool sea breeze. They also made a drive down to Yas Island, giving the children a glimpse of the massive entertainment hubs and colorful sights. Having their own wheels meant they could easily pack up the bags, store the strollers, and head back to the hotel for quick afternoon rests whenever the younger kids got tired. This convenience made their vacation to the UAE incredibly relaxed.

High-Tech Wonders and a Marvelous Futuristic Journey

Even with a flexible schedule, the families had a few big highlights booked. The first major highlight was their visit to the famous Museum of the Future in Dubai. For a vacation with five children between the two families, this was an absolute dream. The kids were completely glued to the interactive displays, walking through rooms that looked like outer space and watching cool robotic technology at work.

The adults found the stunning calligraphy-covered building beautiful to look at, while the kids treated it like a giant futuristic playground. Having the tickets booked in advance meant they skipped the massive lines outside, making the entry totally smooth for the little ones.They also visited the majestic Palm Jumeirah, took a trip to the world's highest building, Burj Khalifa, to see what Dubai looked like from such a height. Their experience in the Dubai Mall was fun as well, where they shopped their heart out.

Bashing Dunes and Desert Magic Under the Stars

The absolute favorite part of the whole trip happened when they headed out for their Desert Safari. A large 4x4 vehicle picked them up for a thrilling ride across the golden sand dunes. The kids from both families laughed and cheered during the fun dune-bashing session, and they all tried out sandboarding down the warm slopes. They also took a sunset camel safari, arriving at a nearby oasis. While there, they admired the amazing desert sunset, which painted the sky in bright hues of red and orange against the yellow sand dunes.

The evening ended at a traditional desert camp with a tasty BBQ dinner under the stars. The families loved watching the live Tanoura and fire dance shows, which kept the kids thoroughly entertained. Sitting together in the middle of the quiet desert, sharing hot food and watching the performances, the group felt all the pre-trip tiredness slip away. They also had the opportunity to stargaze flawlessly since the skies were clear, making millions of stars visible in the night.

The rest of their time in Dubai was spent enjoying their free days, shopping, and taking long drives before catching their return flight from Dubai back to Jaipur. Even though organising a holiday for two families brought some initial planning stress while they were back in India, the actual journey turned out to be an amazing experience full of smiles.

They had a good time travelling in Abu Dhabi and Dubai with the help of Thrillophilia's planning, and this is what they said after completing their journey-

“Wo kehte hena more pain more gain. Experience was like this firstly got pain but whole trip was awesome after started. Before starting in india we got some pain.  But thrillophilia did what they said.”

Check out Gaurav complete review on Tripadvisor.

Why the Families Chose Thrillophilia

Taking two families with five young kids across two international cities means you need a reliable partner to handle the main bookings. Gaurav chose Thrillophilia because he wanted a flexible plan that combined pre-booked top attractions with plenty of free time for independent exploration, ensuring the kids wouldn't get too tired.

While the families faced some initial hurdles and communication stress before leaving India, our team completely delivered on its promises once the trip started. Working with Abhishek Sharma, all their primary needs, like airport transfers and flight bookings, were handled perfectly. This background support gave Gaurav, his family, and his friend’s family the peace of mind they needed to make wonderful memories together.

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