If you’re looking for an affordable way to catch Dubai’s New Year fireworks from the water, the New Year fireworks from Love Boat is a smart pick. Priced at AED 699, it gives you 2.5 hours on the water during the biggest night in the city — without the markup of a full food service.

The cruise serve soft drinks on board and guest may bring their own snacks - so you can create your own dining experience. The easygoing arrangement helps the revelry feel less like a packed affair and more like a private shindig adrift on the ocean.

As the boat drifts, the city turns into a lights canvas. Once you get to the best firework spots – the reflections in the water and the explosions in the sky combine in a spectacular show. It is a full immersion to say farewell to the old year.