Al Shaab’s unique and myriad offerings

With a mixture of the Arab cultural architecture in a modern state-of-the-art inner space, Al Shaab Village has made its mark to be the number one leisure escape in the emirate of Sharjah.

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Housing the largest ice rink in Sharjah in a convenient location for all holiday makers in UAE, Al Shaab Village caters to the many needs of the modern day traveller. Most travellers prefer a one-stop shopping experience to save time on their busy itineraries. With its visionary leader Abdulla Al Dah, Chief Executive Officer, Al Shaab Village, the destination has been able to place itself at the centre on the map of Sharjah tourism sector.
Currently, their discount booklet especially made for travel agents, tour operators, hoteliers and other partners brings in a lot more value for visitors. The state-of-the-art exhibition centre has many offerings for the entire family. During the time of national holidays, special campaigns are run that offer valuable prizes and surprises to visitors.
Al Shaab’s presence at international exhibitions along with the Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority enables them to build and strengthen partnerships with many feeder markets that prefer to visit Sharjah. Residents from Sharjah, GCC and other emirates are regular visitors that keep soaring the numbers. Over the past few years, Al Shaab has witnessed over 250,000 visitors and its new refurbishment plan set to take place soon will place them on an even higher level as there is nothing similar in the emirate.
The term ‘village’ is used to ensure that Sharjah’s cultural identity is maintained and preserved. Housing the first and largest ice rink in the emirate of Sharjah with over 240 stands, 52 products on food, textile, cosmetics, accessories, etc, Al Shaab Village has an edge over all the malls in the emirate as it has both indoor and outdoor amusement parks. Once the outdoor park is turned to an air-conditioned indoor park with rides, the attraction is sure to receive a lot more visitors. The seven-screen multiplex cinemas operated by Oscar Cinema entertains visitors with a mix of Arabic, English and Hindi movies. Billiards, snooker, play station and computer games provide entertainment for all the tech-savvy youngsters who wish to spend time with friends. For the younger kids, Fun House provides special care service while the parents shop at the venue. Al Shaab Village has been established as a family destination with products from different countries with additional products from India, China, among others.
Al Dah says, “We want the tourists and residents of Sharjah to be amazed by the offerings in store and ensure that they return for more on their next visit. Our participation at roadshows with Sharjah tourism and international exhibitions like ITB Berlin, WTM London and ATM Dubai provides us more networking opportunities to ensure the growth of visitor numbers. Most travel agents and tour operators who have brought in their clients have left with a very positive attitude. I have a very good and supportive team that partakes in strengthening the facility.”