Now that the second theme park opened in Qatar focusing on role play and educational entertainment we parents wonder what are the differences between the two facilities .
These are my finds :
Kidzmondo for children between 2 and 14 years
kids earn money that can spend there
80 different professional role play
simulate a profession and wear uniform for that job
800 children can play inside
location at the Mall of Qatar - very far from most of the residential area in Doha
part of a mall and totally closed area -no windows or sunshine - my personal observation
no outside food is allowed
you can buy food inside
It's headquarters in Lebanon . They have branches in some Arab countries and they are going to open more .
Prices : for kids between age 1 year to 4 - QR 90 + parent ticket QR 90 = QR 180
for kids between age 4 year to14 - QR 135 + parent ticket QR 90 = QR 225
special needs children QR 85
Personal notes : one of my child described it " one of the happiest day of his life " when at age 9 they visited this park with the school - children adore it , the role play gives them self-confidence . Children can learn about the real life . A lots of kids can not afford this place - sadly ,it reflects our world ! For us it is a birthday present category . But since our son grew bigger and understands better the value of the money he refuses us to pay for it . He would be thrilled to go and play but at the same time he does not feel comfortable knowing we have to spend so much .
You can stay all the day long but after three hours playing most kids gets exhausted .
Kidzania for children between 4 and 14 years
kids earn money that can be spent there
60 different professional role play
indoor city of over 7,000 square meters
they have 27 facilities all over the globe
Headquarters : Mexico-city
Prices : children under 120 cm must be accompanied by an adult
Toddler (2-3 years) QAR 95
Kid (4-16 years) QAR 160
Adult (17-60 years) QAR 95
My final view : I think both places offer wonderful time for kids . Educational role playing is very important for learning and improving fantasy and it also gives emotional satisfaction . The Kidzania is newer in Qatar and not all the section is open . It is in Aspire Zone right behind Hyatt Plaza shopping center . Though it is possible to save money when you let your kids above certain age go without your supervision I do not recommend it .These places are too big for children feel comfortable alone . They may feel lost quickly . And there are other kids . Not all of them are nice . Finally , it is so much better when one can share her experiences at once with a loved one !
