Family & Pets

From birth to higher education, bringing up your family here is an enjoyable experience. The facilities, from the practical to the pleasurable, are world class and Dubai has much to offer families. This section offers useful information on all things family related from the processes of getting married to baby and toddler groups to try. You'll also find info about how to care for your pets in Dubai because, after all, they're family too.

Drive Safe! Why everyone needs a steer in the right direction when it comes to safe driving.

Kids party survival guide Explorer hunts down the best venues, party bag fillers and everything in between to create the best birthday bonanza.

'Til divorce do us part As an expat in the UAE there are of course red-tape and immigration issues when getting divorced so your best bet is...

IVF in the UAE The average age for women to have their first child has increased, as has the number of babies born as a result of...

Summer Camps in Dubai Whether it's get-fit programmes or an interesting vocational activity, Dubai has plenty of options to keep your kids...

Essential vaccinations Panacea Medical & Wellness Centre, Dubai offers information on common vaccinations you need to have.

KidsFest 2013 The ultimate kids festival is returning to Dubai in March.

Free flights with Etihad Etihad Airways offers free flights for 10 year olds in the UAE.

Pets

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Review: Urban Tails Pet Resort Going away for the summer? Check your furry friend into this pet equivalent of a luxury five-star hotel.

Best places to hang out with animals From petting zoos and parks to safaris and stables, Explorer finds the best places to meet our four-legged friends.

Summer Camps in Dubai Whether it's get-fit programmes or an interesting vocational activity, Dubai has plenty of options to keep your kids...

Give them a sporting chance School is where most children first encounter organised sports, but how significant a role do schools play in...

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