The ski resort is to spread over 375 acres, with 320 m long ski trail,which is not very large.Skiers will be transported by gondolas and besides night skiing, there will also be a ski school. Stores and other tourist facilities will also be a part of the offer.
Investors believe that the ski dome will be Israel's biggest attraction and a strong stimulus for the region's tourism growth. The project is worth USD 20 million.
Still,there is no much information about this project!!!
(Its not all about sun,and beaches in Dubai)
Ski Dubai in Dubai Emirates Mall started in December 2005 is the worlds third largest indoor ski slope, which covers an amazing 22,500 square meters covered with real snow all year round. Ski Dubai resort is the first Dubai indoor ski slope to open.
"Snow in the desert is such a unique experience for locals who have never seen snow," said Ski Dubai's chief executive, Phil Taylor.
Snow is made using a simple procedure similar to how snow is artificially made at outdoor ski resorts. Pure water, with no chemicals added, is put through a chiller to cool.
It is then sent through pipes to the snow guns which are on the ceiling. When the cooled water is blown out into a freezing cold environment it crystallizes and makes snow. The temperature during the time when snow is made is -7c to -8c. The final product is real snow, as if it came from nature!
The Ski Dubai facility is specially designed as a massive cold box. The walls have numerous levels of insulation and the roof is 5 meters higher than the ceiling providing very efficient insulation. This makes Ski Dubai one of the best refrigerators in the world!
There are 23 blast coolers (air conditioner type machines) that chill the air and maintain a temperature of -1c during operating hours.
There are also kilometers of glycol tubing running through the floor (similar to the back of your refrigerator) that chills the snow keeping the base of the snow solid and 30 tons of fresh snow is made daily to cover the base.
In Ski Dubai the safety and comfort of all guests is of prime importance. Guests are advised to intimate themselves with the rules and regulations of the resort and stick to them all the time. The guests and the staffs are shown proper respect and conduct. Proper conduct and respect for other guests and staff is expected from the guests too. Ski Dubai draws innumerable guests the year round. Ski Dubai in UAE is an integral part of Sport and Recreation in Dubai.
Not only breathtaking Dubai property, but also Ski Dubai has caught the imagination of the world, and it has attracted a lot of media coverage.
And yet there are plenty of other snowdromes around the world and the technique of creating a sub-zero environment isn't revolutionary. Really, it's just a giant refrigerator. But the attraction here is the contrast between the sweltering outside temperature and normal temperature inside!
The Ski Dubai attraction in Dubai is another one of the Sheikhs attempts to get Dubai and property in Dubai on the map as being one of the top tourists and investing areas in the world. A ski slope in Dubai is unbelievable but yet a reality. It makes Dubai a place that has everything to offer. The Dubai ski dome will also ultimately come in Dubai's favor for when they will make a bid for the Olympics because no one can now object that due to Dubai's climate there is no snow there!
Skiers are endangered too.Lot of avalanches hit the snow ski slopes every year. Here are few tips how to protect yourself.
Look for Signs: It's not uncommon for avalanches to occur in the same place twice.
Equip Yourself: If you plan on traveling out of bounds and in avalanche terrain, it's a good idea to carry an avalanche beacon.
Sunglasses come in three kinds: glacier sunglasses, skiing and snowboarding, and polarized.
Glacier sunglasses filter as much as 90% of sunlight and are ideal for activities involving prolonged sunlight exposure like glacier walking and cross-country skiing, normally with side covers to shield from UV rays and also prevent the wind from getting into the eyes.
They are not good for fast ski runs.
Skiing and snowboarding sunglasses, on the other hand, are great for activities that involve rough and fast movements, such as ski racing and snowboarding, made up of lenses that protect from bumps and impact and they must be very durable with the headband attachment,so they cannot fall off.
Polarized sunglasses are fitted with specialized lenses that reduces glare while at the same time maintaining clear vision, typically used in the mid-afternoon or extremely bright days where sunlight is at its strongest.
Buying tips
When you're buying sunglasses for skiing, here are a few things to take note of:
UV protection: Make sure that your sunglasses provide at least 95% protection from UVA and UVB rays, most especially if you'll be spending a lot of time outdoors. Long-term UV exposure can lead to very serious and permanent eye damage.
Lenses: Choose lenses made of polycarbonate because they are shatter-proof and offer wide UV protection. They might be more expensive but will outperform cheaper lenses, which translates to a good investment in the long-run. Additionally, rose or yellow-orange tints enhance contrast and provide effective glare reduction.
Durability: Choose sunglasses made particularly for winter use. Summer sunglasses tend to fog up and sometimes can even crack from the old, giving you insufficient protection.
Peripheral vision: Look for wide, wraparound lenses offering 180-degree views of the slope. Wind and sun shields should protect the eyes but must still maintain full vision.
I use Scott sunglasses ,and i can tell you that they are excellent.They fit very good,and they are for all weather conditions because i can switching lenses.You can see that this sunglasses are professional skier's choice.
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