Why a Holiday Home is Your Best Move This January

The glitter of New Year’s Eve may have settled, but in Dubai, the party is just getting started. As we hit January 5th, we are officially in the “sweet spot” of the Dubai calendar. The weather is a crisp 22°C, the city is buzzing, and the Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) is in full swing.

If you’re visiting for the sales, the drone shows, or just the winter sun, where you stay matters. Here’s why an Ofex Holiday Home beats a hotel room every time this season.

1. Extra Space for Your Shopping Hauls

Let’s be honest: you’re going to the Dubai Mall. Between the 75% discounts and exclusive pop-ups, you’ll likely return with more than a few bags. In a cramped hotel room, those bags become tripping hazards. In our Business Bay or Downtown apartments, you have a full living room to spread out, organize your finds, and relax without feeling cluttered.

2. Al Fresco Breakfasts on Your Private Balcony

January is the month of “balcony weather.” While hotel guests are crowding into breakfast buffets, Ofex guests are enjoying a quiet Nespresso on their private balcony overlooking the Dubai Marina or the Dubai Canal. It’s the ultimate way to recharge before a day of exploring.

3. Prime Seats for the Fireworks & Drone Shows

Many of our properties in BlueWaters and JBR offer direct views of the nightly DSF drone shows and weekend fireworks. Why fight the crowds at the beach when you can watch the sky light up from your own floor-to-ceiling windows?

4. Live Like a Local (With Perks)

Staying in a holiday home gives you the freedom of a kitchen and laundry—essential for longer winter stays—but with the luxury of building amenities. Whether it’s a sunset dip in a temperature-controlled pool or a quick workout in a state-of-the-art gym, you get the best of both worlds.

Top 3 Things to Do in Dubai This Week (Jan 5–11):

• The DSF Drones Show: Head to BlueWaters Island or The Beach, JBR, for a spectacular nightly display.

• Al Khawaneej Walk: Experience the “Enchanted Garden” theme—perfect for families.

• The Dubai Marathon (Jan 11): Even if you’re not running, the atmosphere at the finish line is electric.

Ready to upgrade your Dubai stay? We still have limited availability for mid-January. Browse our website and find your perfect winter sanctuary