Global Village opens today with new attractions, safety measures

Tuesday, 26 October 2021 09:17

By Nadia Swan

As Global Village officially open its doors to the public for its 26th season today, we at ARN News Centre, took a sneak peek into what's in store.

In an exclusive interview, Jaki Ellenby, Executive Director Marketing at Global Village, talked about a new water stunt show and a relocated water market.

Global Village has also introduced a variety of new attractions for the new season, including a 'Peter Rabbit' adventure zone and a large fire fountain.

Visitors will also get a chance to journey through 26 pavilions, representing 80 global cultures.

In light of the expected visitor numbers, safety has been ramped up. Ellenby explained the various ways in which the venue has ensured safety, with new ISO ratings, high tech certification, and the reception of the sword of honour from the British Safety Council.

Online ticket prices are being maintained at AED 15 while at-the-gate tickets will cost AED 20.

More from Entertainment News

Newlyweds Bezos and Sanchez gear up for final party at Venice gala

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez, flush from their Venice wedding ceremony on Friday, are gearing up for the final day of partying in the lagoon city with scores of celebrity guests from media, fashion and show business.
Sandal scandal: Prada credits new design's Indian legacy amid furore

Luxury fashion powerhouse Prada has acknowledged the ancient Indian roots of its new sandal design after the debut of the open-toe footwear sparked a furore among Indian artisans and politicians thousands of miles from the catwalk in Italy.
Stars descend on Venice for Bezos-Sanchez wedding gala

Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and journalist Lauren Sanchez began three days of lavish wedding celebrations in Venice with tight security shielding their VIP guests from protesters.
Vogue's Anna Wintour to appoint new US editorial head

Vogue editor-in-chief Anna Wintour said on Thursday she will be looking for a new head of editorial content at American Vogue as she steps down from the role after nearly 40 years.
'Mission: Impossible' composer Lalo Schifrin dies at 93

Argentine musician Lalo Schifrin, composer of the "Mission: Impossible" theme song and the scores for dozens of Hollywood movies and TV shows, has died at age 93, media outlets reported on Thursday.
Denis Villeneuve to direct the next 'James Bond' movie

Oscar-nominated Denis Villeneuve will direct the next "James Bond" film, Amazon's MGM Studios said on Wednesday, taking charge of one of Hollywood's most enigmatic spies and longest-running movie series.

On Virgin Radio today

American Top 40
7:00pm - 10:00pm

The biggest hits of the week direct from the USA
Non Stop Hits
10:00pm - Midnight

The UAE's #1 Hit Music Station with no interruptions

Trending on Virgin Radio

If Craig David had a verse on Azizam
The legendary Craig David joins The Kris Fade Show for an unforgettable chat!
ARN News Centre
Get the latest UAE and world news from our award winning team of journalists. The ARN News Centre is the country's most trusted source of information.
Middle East Hot 30
Every weekend Kris Fade plays the biggest tracks in the Middle East. Check out this weeks chart...
The Kris Fade Show Podcast
Not in the car so much while Kris, Priti and Rossi are on air? Check out the daily podcast here...