Global
Village is a leading tourist project of the region
that extends to the whole world fame through the
participation of countries from around the world
in this event which proved rich in figures over
the past sessions of its ability to attract millions
each year and the acquisition of public satisfaction
with different nationalities.
Located
in Dubailand on Emirates Road, and easily accessed
from all corners of the UAE through a superb road
network.
In addition
to hosting the colorful activities that are organised
by countries from the different continents of the
world, Global Village also offers a range of top
quality facilities and services including provision
of restaurants, shuttle transport services and a
huge parking area that can accommodate thousands
of vehicles. Special requirements for families are
speedily and efficiently taken care of by a courteous
staff at Global Village. With restaurants, cafes,
and kiosks scattered all over the venue, Global
Village is the perfect place to savour the many
flavors of the world.
This
season, which starts in 22nd November 2009 and ends
in 27th February 210, the Global Village will host
more than 6000 cultural entertaining presentations
from around the world with the participation of
more than 45 diverse culture from around the world
submitted to Dubai to showcase arts and their products
and communicate with visitors to the village.
Global
Village will be opening its doors on November 22,
2009 – February 27, 2010. It will once again
be a multicultural extravaganza filled with entertaining
shows and fun rides for the whole family to enjoy.
Entry
ticket is 10 AED
Timings
Saturday Public 4:00pm – 12:00am
Sunday Public 4:00pm – 12:00am
Monday Families Only 4:00pm – 12:00am
Tuesday Public 4:00pm – 12:00am
Wednesday Public 4:00pm – 12:00am
Thursday Public 4:00pm – 1:00am
Friday Public 4:00pm – 1:00am
Below
are the pavilions participating in the 2009-2010
season:
Afghanistan,
East & West Africa, Bahraino China, East Europe,
Egypt, India, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon,
Morocco, OmanoPalestine*o Pakistano Phillippineso
Qataro Saudi Arabiao Sri Lankao Syriao Thailando
Turkeyo U.A.E.o Vietnamo Yemeno Singapore ,Malaysia,
Europe, Nepal, Indonesia, Sudan, Rwanda, Senegal.
Services
Facilities Information
In an
effort to provide our valued visitors to Global
Village with the best possible service, the amenities
and services for Global Village include:
The
Foreign Exchange Booth:
There are foreign exchange booths available to facilitate
the exchange of different currencies and transfer
of funds.
Banks
and ATM:
To help the visitors withdraw money for their purchases,
local Banks are providing ATM machines.
Information
Kiosks:
Information kiosks at the entrances of Global Village
as well as other locations within Global Village
provide visitors with general information related
to Global Village and its events. Visitors and shoppers
obtain leaflets, brochures and guidance for locations
and directions within Global Village.
Services
for the disabled and elderly:
At the entrances, push chairs for children as well
as wheel chairs for the elderly and disabled peopled
are available.
Mosques:
There are Mosques, for both men and women located
around Global Village to enable visitors to pray
on time. The Mosques are equipped with loudspeakers
to enable visitors to hear the call to prayer.
Global
Village Public Address System:
A special room is allocated for the broadcasting
services, while loudspeakers are distributed throughout
Village to transmit guidance information and general
instructions.
The
Lost and Found Center:
There will be a lost and found center and announcements
will be made on the PA system.
Parking
Lots:
The entire parking lot has been designed to accommodate
more than 15,000 cars. There is also dedicated parking
areas for public transport, taxis, private buses
and Global Village shuttle buses. Valet parking
services are available as well and provision for
VIP drop-off and waiting area has also been catered
for.
Washroom
Facilities:
Toilets for men and women, including those with
special needs, will be distributed throughout Global
Village to meet the needs of the visitors. There
will be also paid toilets with good facilities offered
at AED 5.
Public
Transport:
Public Transport companies are present to ensure
that sufficient taxis are available near the main
entrance gate and other entrances at all times during
operating hours to transport visitors to and from
Global Village. Public buses are also made available
to transport visitors from the city to Global Village
and back. Global Village is also providing shuttle
buses to pick-up and drop- off visitors from and
to Global Village entrance / exit gates.
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