Kids

ABC’s haven for children has wall to wall, ceiling to floor shelves full of delights and surprises from manufacturers all over the world. Children will not be able to contain themselves and the adults will have to exercise control when it comes to deciding what to buy their little angels.

If football's what they love then you have to get the children involved with these guys. Programmes running from September throughout the year, as well as intensive training camps in Europe, you could well soon be producing the future David Beckham.

The first indoor family park in Lebanon, Adventure World is a two-storey, 3,500 sq m child’s dream. Packed with amusement park rides, a jungle café and tons of fun games, it will keep kids aged 2 to 14 years smiling for hours. Plus, it’s a fantastic place to throw a birthday celebration.

Members of the Beirut Association for Social Development, Al Majal is a centre for children and young people with learning disabilities where they can enjoy educational, recreational and sport activities supervised by professionals. They also offer day camps and summer camps during summer holidays.

Basketball, karate, bodybuilding, aerobics, tennis and soccer are only a few sports offered at the well-known Sporting Club. Known to have one of the best basketball academies and senior teams in town, this club is perfect to unleash the athlete in you.

Since 2000, arts NGO Al-Jana has been running a weekly workshop for Lebanese and Palestinian kids on Friday afternoons. The organisation seeks to provide the next generation with skills and experiences to help build a positive society, and the kids’ masterpieces have already been published as a book, ‘Drawing and Design’. Invaluable, we say.

Known for its 7-a-side outdoor field and the high quality of its indoor fields. The complex holds three grass soccer fields and two basketball courts. Amateur tournaments are often held here, as multiple fields are ideal for a challenge.

Drawing and painting courses for kids and adults. Sessions include work in acrylic, oil, pastel, charcoal, watercolours and mixed media. Techniques of masters such as Renoir and Rembrandt are also studied.

Let the little artist unleash her/his talets at this art centre, with anything from glass painting to candle making,needle work, photography and ceramics. Offers private classes and art sessions for kids and adults.

This creative studio opened by art teacher Gena Damien offers children art classes, for children aged 5 to 16 years. They will teach the children about all sorts of artistic mediums, colour mixing, techniques such as the style of Jackson Pollock and art history. Each session is about two hours and you can send your budding da Vinci as often as possible. They also offer sculpture sessions every Friday.

This small store is packed with options for a fast shopper who is looking for a quick purchase that is practical and cute. Shoes and clothes are available for boys and girls with ages ranging from birth to ten years.

Providing art courses for children and adults, Fabriano is also a renowned art supplier for some of the most well established brands on the market.

Painting and drawing courses for professionals and amateurs aged 12 and above. Surroundings will be in a cosy, non-commercial environment.

A dedicated sports camp that uses the new multi-sport facility in the University. With instructional classes in basketball, football, hip hop (for girls) and swimming as well as structured games, the objective is to provide kids with skills and proper sportsmanship.

Wide selection of toys that range from the low-end to mid-range. Almost a Lebanese staple, Baba Samir has been on the market through thick and thin.

Exhibition of homemade delicacies that will cater to your sweet cravings and paint a smile on any one’s face. They’re scrumptious and delectable muffins made with carefully selected ingredients. So buy a box of their delicious treats, and encourage the running of small stand family businesses.

Bateaux Rigolo opens its doors to children of all ages (under-fours require a parent’s supervision). Your child will be accompanied by supervising adults who will play, dance, and work on crafts with them. Special birthday parties can also be organised on the playground.

Mme Vicky Kary has created a haven for kids, which also translates into serenity for holiday-worn mums. Cooking classes, a colourful playroom and getting to know other youngsters are just some of the activities on offer.

A sweet character named 'Miss Bee' teaches basic manners that all kids (aged four-seven) should know. This lesson is buzzing with fun activities, including puppets and games. The motto is 'Treat everyone with politeness, even those who are rude to you - not because they are nice, but because you are'. Children 6 to 12 years old learn about manners, respect, courteous behaviour, handshaking, table manners and much more. Snacks and etiquette handbook provided.

This is Special Events' Bella's Spa where young girls of all ages can get exquisitely pampered. From make-up to facials, manicures to stylish hair-dos and personalised cosmetics, Bella's Spa is every girl's dream come true.