

The Epicure restaurant at Desert Palm proved a big hit with the children for breakfast each morning. We were welcomed by friendly staff all of whom had a natural bond with the children. The juices, smoothies, home-made yoghurts and health drinks were supremely popular with the children. There was not a buffet in sight, every dish was made fresh to order, something we prefer and can whole-heartedly recommend.

The stables are stunning, very clean and all the equipment new and shiny. The staff were hugely efficient and confident. The boys, on varying sized ponies, happily trotted off with them as we proud parents waved and watched. Desert Palm Equestrian Centre has a new British General Manager, Annabel Shepherd, who is keen to introduce new courses, lessons and keep the stables in tip top condition so I imagine it will only go from strength to strength.
Desert Palm is a brilliant place for families with children.
Nightly rates at Desert Palm, Dubai start from USD$300 (£190) per night, in a Palm Suite, including breakfast, service charge and municipality fee.
For more information and booking call +971 (0) 4 323 8888, email destinations@desertpalm.ae or book online at www.desertpalm.ae
Riding lessons for all ages and abilities can be organised at Desert Palm from 200AED (£35) pp for a track ride (max six people). Private lessons are also available on request.