Shoppers are eagerly waiting for the 13th edition of Dubai Summer Surprises to begin with discounts across more than 6000 retail outlets. Apart from promotions, shoppers also stand the chance to win spectacular prizes with their purchases.
"I come every year to Dubai during DSS just to shop. I make it a point to check all the malls as sometimes the same outlet has more collections in the other malls. This year, I’m planning to visit Mall of the Emirates, Mirdif City Centre, Deira City Centre, Dubai Mall and Dubai Festival City. I have already visited a few of them, especially Mirdif City Centre as it is new and I liked the new brands that are available there. I could not stop myself and have already done loads of shopping, especially at Dubai Festival City," said Bhavna Singh, an Indian shopper from Delhi.
Rabia Batool from Pakistan said, "Shopping in Dubai is fun at any time of the year. I like shopping mostly at Splash and Max. These are my favorite outlets buy clothes. Shopping back in Pakistan is not so exciting especially for Western wear. Additionally, shopping here is far cheaper."
"As my children are young, DSS is the right time to come as there as so many activities for children in the malls. They enjoy the colors, music and festivities that go on everywhere. It looks like we are having a celebration and it truly adds a new dimension to our vacation," she added.
Mayson, a Burmese national who works at the Trade Centre said, "I usually shop at Deira City Centre and Dubai Mall. Shopping here is actually less expensive than many other countries. During DSS, the added discounts are a huge bonus and it tempts me to shop."
"The malls fill up with festivity making your shopping all the more exciting while the entertainment ensures that you have an amazing time," she added.
Sanah Hassan from Egypt said, "For me Deira City Centre is the best mall. One can find everything here, literally from a pin to an elephant. During DSS, I try to shop as much as I can as there are huge discounts going on. One can buy at one fifth the original price."
Safa Abdullah, a Sudanese mother of four and a Dubai resident said, "It’s a big mistake to buy anything before DSS. When you see the prices are slashed down you feel bad. Now I make it a point to never to shop before DSS."
Rajah an American resident comes every year to visit her sister during the DSS. "I always look forward to the summers so that I can come to Dubai and meet my sister. It is fun shopping with her. There is a huge difference in prices between Dubai and the US for the same brands - in Dubai it is a lot cheaper. I shop enough to make sure it lasts me an entire year," she said.
