Miss Moneypenny's Cheap Family Days in Dubai
Guide to Entertainer 2015 Dubai
The Entertainer Dubai book is no big news to Expats however making the most of it may well be. To fully take advantage of the offers and make big savings there are some simple but careful considerations to make. Last year saw the launch of the Entertainer App which has revolutionised the product for many users however may not be the best choice for everyone. Read the bullet point guide below to help you make more of one of the best money saving resources available.
- App or paper book? Take the App wherever you go but remember it will only work if you have Data or Wifi. Consider venues you may visit with little or poor signal as you will be liable to pay the total bill without discount if you are not able to access App voucher on your phone. If you swap vouchers with friends it is much harder to do with the App version.
- There are plenty of savings to make at opportune moments in coffee shops and Cafes. If you buy the paper version get organised with a credit card holder and store coffee shop vouchers in this in your handbag or put them in your wallet. Remember lots of small savings add up! Buying a coffee at the same time as a friend with a voucher could save you 25dhs in some venues. Three a week...well you do the maths!
- Venues only have to take a maximum of 4 vouchers per table however it is always worth checking when booking as they may be willing to take more therefore saving you more in big groups. It is also worth enquiring if you can book separate tables but nearby if you wish to save on more meals or activities in large groups.
- Using a voucher gives the best saving on 2 items or choices of the same value. If for example one of you chooses to order a 500dhs steak and the other a 60dhs burger and the bill is split clearly the person having the burger has lost out! Watch your purse strings when splitting bills in large groups as this is easy done!
- Get organised with a document wallet and organise vouchers you are most likely to use into locations. You will be more likely to pick one out at the right time if you don't need to spend time flicking through the book. This way you will get to know venues you can save in too.
- Don't forget the activities section of the family entertainer as this contains hundreds of fun activities for all the family and if you won't use them friends may be willing to swap for vouchers you use lots of. Think about taking up a new hobby using a voucher and you may even find new enjoyment on a budget.
- 2015 saw the sad loss of a few Entertainer favourites. For Aquaventure vouchers you now need to purchase the Kids book. If you know you will be going you may only need to use these vouchers to more than make your money back on the book so is well worth considering. The Kids Entertainer contains one buy one get one free voucher valid on adults to! Get Lost Chambers and photo vouchers in the Family book too.
- Some chain venues have now become more specific with the venue locations the vouchers are valid in so check the voucher carefully. Chilli's and TGI restaurants are examples of this and vouchers are not valid in many branches.
Kite Beach
A huge hit for families during the col down months. So many activities at cheap prices and use your Entertainer book or App to find out venues and activities you can get 241 deals on.
rab a natural, refreshing juice or smoothie at this Moneypenny favourite and use your Entertainer voucher too!
Kite beach has really developed further over the summer with lots of new outlets.
Use an entertainer voucher for paddle boarding too!
As we approach cool down season chill out with a cheap juice after a paddle at Kite Beach. Sunset from here is great too!
Jamba Juice ....
Paddle boarding info...
Park Life! Good Grub!
Check out Zabeel and Creek Park where the Roundup food trucks are heading soon. Gourmet food at bargain prices. Tacos, wings, smoothies, all tastes catered for and a wealth of entertainment between courses too!
Eating out al fresco on the cheap!
Check venues and dates here...
Ripe Market Dubai (click here to view website)
Despite the heat we haven't lost our favourite free weekly market. Until October Ripe will be held every Saturday morning at the Times Square SZR Road and include all our favourite stalls, produce and bargain food and drink from top outlets. Kids will love face painting, entertainment and craft stalls too.
Beach Canteen
Kite Beach, Jumeriah open beach and Sunset Mall Beach are offering plenty of money saving family events this month. the kite festival was a huge hit and now we see the continuation of the 'Beach Canteen' and associated events. If you haven't checked out Kite Beach families are missing a treat! SALT cafe is proving a huge favourite and becoming a institution while young ones do their running about thing n the sands and newly developed play equipment.
Families... start beaching on Dubai's newest beach developments before the Arabian sun heats up too much!
More Family Offers Coming Soon!
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