Five ways to fill the long weekend in the capital, from a AED 99 snow pass and a three-museum ticket to a screen-free dining initiative and staycations where the kids stay, eat and ride free.

Nobody hands you a village when you land here, you have to go and find one. Sixteen active parenting communities across the UAE, from British Mums to dad clubs to Russian-speaking groups, with handles so you can start scrolling tonight.

Some of the best things in a UAE family home started as one parent's frustration. Homegrown brands making lunchboxes, snacks, nappies, vitamins and furniture that actually hold up, with handles so you can find them fast.

In the UAE, your child will fly before most kids their age take a train. So the stroller has to keep up. Cabin-approved, airline-tested picks at every budget, plus what Emirates and Etihad actually allow before you fly.

We aren't talking about places that simply tolerate children. We are talking about fantastic dining spots with dedicated play areas so parents can actually sit down, sip a warm coffee, and breathe.

The anticipation of a long-haul flight with a toddler is often worse than the journey itself. A solid layer of preparation is not about controlling the flight, it is about feeling ready for whatever happens at 37,000 feet.

From go-karting to interactive museums and poolside splashes, here is our consolidated guide to the best kids' birthday party venues, so all you have to do is send out the invites.