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Dubai, 6 September 2023: Aloha keikis! (Hello children!) Get ready to shake, create and celebrate! Lapita, Dubai Parks™ and Resorts, the UAE’s first and only Polynesian resort, is thrilled to unveil Tiki House, an immersive Polynesian cultural playground designed exclusively for children.
Newly launched in September, children aged 4-12 can brace themselves for a moku (island) adventure like no other, bringing Polynesian culture to life through a wave of exciting activities. Polynesia is famous for its history, traditional dances and colourful artwork. And now, Tiki House is bringing that tropical zest straight to your little ones!
Headed by the Lapita’s Chief on Board, kids will get to bust out their moves and groove like island pros learning the hip-shaking hula, meke (Fijian traditional dance) and the drau ni uto bota toka, (a traditional song and dance style). They’ll learn the secrets behind each step, discovering the stories and legends woven into the fabric of Polynesian dance.
But that’s not all, folks! Tiki House is a treasure trove of creativity, where kids can unleash their artistic flair. From tali Ibe (mat-making) and arts and crafts to flag and tiki face painting as well as movie nights, their imaginations will run wild as they create their very own Polynesian-inspired artworks.
Open daily from 1.30PM to 5.30 PM except Mondays, junior in-house guests can enjoy one-hour complimentary access to Tiki House, while additional access can be purchased at AED 50 per hour for both in-house and external guests. So, gather the keikis and dance your way to Lapita, Dubai Parks™ and Resorts for an immersive Polynesian way of life. They’ll be hooked from the first aloha!
Hold on, the excitement doesn’t end there – Tiki House has more in store for guests! Adding a touch of magic to celebrations, Tiki House also offers exclusive Birthday Celebration packages. Crafted to create unforgettable memories, the packages offer a range of immersive options for birthday parties of all shapes and sizes.
Whether it’s the Tiki Package with two hours of activities, the Mahalo Package with three hours of excitement plus face painting and balloon twisting, or the Lei Package offering three hours of activities, Tiki Party props, a dance class, and more – each package promises an unforgettable experience. With balloon decoration, personalised birthday messages, delicious food and beverages, and the iconic Lapita cake, these packages are designed to create cherished memories for up to 20 kids. And the fun doesn’t stop there – guests can choose from a host of activities including Polynesian arts and crafts, ceramic painting, Polynesian tattoo, musical chairs, outdoor activities, fish feeding, limbo game, and even a giant Jenga challenge.
For bookings and enquires as well as information on Tiki House and session timings, visit Experience Polynesia (experiencelapita.com) or call +971 4-810 9999.
About: Tiki House – A Polynesian Cultural Club
Timing: Daily, 1.30PM to 5.30PM; closed on Mondays
Ages: 4–12-year-olds
Price: One-hour complimentary access to in-house guests. AED 50 per hour for external guests
Packages:
- Tiki Package – AED 2500
Inclusions:
- Balloon decoration
- Personalised birthday message for the celebrant at the Tiki House entrance
- Max 20 kids
- 2 hours of activities – (Choose 3 from activities selection)
- 1 hour Food & Beverage
- Lapita cake – 1.5kg
- Mahalo Package – AED 3500
Inclusions:
a) Balloon decoration
- Personalised birthday message for the celebrant at the tiki house entrance.
- Max 20 kids
- 3 hours of activities (Choose 4 from activities selection) + face painting and balloon twisting
- 1 hour Food & Beverage
- Lapita cake – 1.5kg
- Lei Package – AED 4500
Inclusions:
- Balloon decoration
- Personalised birthday message for the celebrant at the tiki house entrance.
- Max 20 kids
- 3 hours of activities (Choose 5 from activities selection) + face painting and balloon twisting
- Tiki Party props
- Dance class with Fijian artists
- 1 hour Food & Beverage
- Lapita cake – 1.5kg
Birthday Activities:
- Polynesian arts and crafts
- Ceramic painting
- Polynesian tattoo
- Musical chairs
- Outdoor activities
- Fish feeding
- Limbo game
- Giant jenga challenge
About LAPITA, Dubai Parks and Resorts, Autograph Collection Hotels
LAPITA hotel is the UAE’s only Pacific island-themed family resort and the only hotel located in Dubai Parks and Resorts, the region’s leading theme park destination.
An award-winning hotel, Lapita has been recognized in the Bayut – Your Home Your Choice Awards 2021 as the Best Boutique Hotel in Dubai, reinforcing its position as a unique and exceptional destination.
With 504 rooms including 60 suites and three villas, four food and beverage outlets, two lagoon-style pools with a lazy river, spa and health club, plus an impressive kid’s club, Lapita is the perfect destination to make unforgettable memories with the family. Every detail of LAPITA hotel is made with the magic of Polynesia in its soul and the spirit of ‘aloha’ in its service, transporting guests to a tropical island on arrival. From the thatched-roof to the bamboo-lined ceilings and tribal furnishings, every detail is authentic.
The hotel offers a dedicated conference centre with a 710sqm ballroom, as well as six meeting rooms and event facilities for companies who don’t want to do business as usual.
LAPITA is part of the Autograph Collection Hotels, a collection of individual, independent hotels selected by Marriott for their ability to create one-of-a-kind guest memories through enriching travel experiences. The hotel’s name was inspired by the pre-historic Pacific Ocean people and their journey and settlement into the islands, known as the Lapita movement.
Facts
- Dubai’s only Pacific island-themed hotel
- Part of Marriott’s Autograph Collection
- Located in the heart of Dubai Parks and Resorts
- 504 rooms including 60 suites and 3 villas
- 4 restaurants and bars including an all-day dining restaurant
- 1 family pool, 1 kids pool and 1 lazy river
- Health and leisure club
- Spa
- Extensive Kid’s Club with themed activities for children
- 1 ballroom, 7 meeting rooms and 3 boardrooms
- Outdoor event space