Ski Dubai

Skiing right in the middle of the desert is possible at Ski Dubai, an indoor snow resort inside the Mall of the Emirates featuring slopes, a chairlift, and below-freezing temperatures all year round. In addition to skiing or snowboarding, you can play in the snow, go sledding, and meet their friendly penguins. Admission includes the necessary warm clothing. There are different passes available, ranging from snow park access to ski lessons and penguin encounters. From the mall's cafes you can watch the slopes through the glass, a sight as surreal as it is fun. 📷 Photographs courtesy of Imre Solt (CC BY-SA 3.0) and Diego Delso (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons.