# A Winter Oasis (DD-253)

> Ski Dubai is an indoor ski resort in the Mall of the Emirates, opened in 2005. It covers 22,500 square meters with five runs, the longest 400 m with a drop of about 60 m, kept below freezing year-round. It has a snow park with tobogganing and an ice cave, and a colony of king and gentoo penguins that visitors can meet. The footage shows the slopes, snow park and penguins, with the presenter.

- Department: Locations
- First published: 2024-06-18
- Last updated: 2024-06-18
- Permalink: https://detailenjoyer.com/case/a-winter-oasis/
- Author: Marcus Easterling (DetailEnjoyer), The Detail Department

## On the timeline

- **2005**: Ski Dubai opens

Full timeline: https://detailenjoyer.com/timeline/?case=a-winter-oasis

## Quick facts

- **DD-253-F01**: Ski Dubai opened in 2005. _(Write-up · Exhibit A (2005))_
- **DD-253-F02**: It covers 22,500 square meters. _(Write-up · Exhibit B (22,500 m²))_

## Write-up

Ski Dubai's longest run is 400 meters long. King and gentoo penguins live in the snow park.

1. **2005**: Ski Dubai opened in 2005.
2. **22,500 m²**: It covers 22,500 square meters.
3. **400 m**: The longest run is 400 m.
4. **Snow park**: It has a snow park.
5. **Penguins**: King and gentoo penguins live there.

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## Reel vs. record

- **Note**: None needed.

## Video: A Winter Oasis: Ski Dubai's Longest Run Is 400 Meters Long

- Duration: 51.4 s · Published: 2024-06-18
- File: https://detailenjoyer.com/assets/videos/C8Xg899Je-m.mp4

### Transcript

Ski Dubai, situated within the Mall of the Emirates, is a remarkable indoor ski resort that brings winter sports to the heart of the desert. Spanning 22,500 square meters, this impressive facility features five slopes of varying difficulty, catering to skiers and snowboarders of all levels. From beginners to experts, the longest run is 400 meters, complete with a fall of over 60 meters, providing a thrilling experience akin to that of a traditional mountain resort. In addition to the slopes, Ski Dubai also has a snow park, which is the largest indoor snow park in the world, offering attractions such as Tobogganing Hills, an ice cave, and a giant snowball fight area. For those looking to experience more than just skiing, the resort also houses a colony of king and Gentoo penguins, with daily penguin encounters that delight visitors of all ages. Ski Dubai's unique offering of snow-based activities in the midst of a desert city makes it a standout attraction, providing a year-round winter wonderland experience in one of the hottest regions on the planet. NOW YOU KNOW!

## Questions & answers

**Q: Where is Ski Dubai?**  
A: Al Barsha. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit A (2005) · Wikipedia: Ski Dubai)_

**Q: When did it open?**  
A: Indoors. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit B (22,500 m²) · Wikipedia: Ski Dubai)_

**Q: How long is the longest run?**  
A: About 60 m drop. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit C (400 m) · Wikipedia: Ski Dubai)_

**Q: How many runs?**  
A: Varying difficulty. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit D (Snow park) · Wikipedia: Ski Dubai)_

**Q: Which penguins live there?**  
A: Daily encounters. _(Source: Write-up · Exhibit E (Penguins) · Wikipedia: Ski Dubai)_

## Sources

- [Wikipedia: Ski Dubai](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ski_Dubai)

## Cite this case file

Easterling, Marcus. "A Winter Oasis." The Detail Department (DetailEnjoyer), case file DD-253, last updated Jun 18, 2024. https://detailenjoyer.com/case/a-winter-oasis/