One of the most subscribed YouTubers – MrBeast aka Jimmy Donaldson – is famous for his fast-paced and high-production videos featuring fun challenges. His official account boasts a staggering 328 million subscribers as of Saturday. And he has done it again, Youtuber MrBeast Climbs Burj Khalifa becoming the 8th person in the World to Achieve in a Thrilling Feat.
Jimmy is the founder of MrBeast Burger and Feastables. He started uploading on YouTube in early 2012. Once his channel took off, he hired some of his childhood friends to co-run the brand, as per reports. He has multiple other channels too, such as MrBeast Gaming.
For his latest release titled ‘$1 vs $500,000 Experiences’, the YouTuber and his friends explored different destinations. But the one place that really stands out is Dubai. The group tested out some of the most unique and sophisticated things one can do in Dubai.
MrBeast seems to have a great time in Dubai
Jimmy Donaldson and his friends took part in a number of different activities, ranging from $1 to $500,000. His spending goes on this track: $1, $10,000, $50,000, $250,000 and $500,000. High price point activities are in the UAE, and the majority of them in Dubai.
The video reached more than 58 million eyes in just a couple of days. It has been seen over 76 million times by Saturday. Besides the UAE, the other places the group explored include Egypt and Kenya. The least-priced activity is a camel ride, that appeared to be a lot of fun.
Dubai is famous for its skyscrapers, people, delicacies and eye-catching attractions. The metropolis continues to lure millions of tourists annually. There is a long list of things to do in Dubai throughout the year – suitable for people of all ages and preferences.
Top places/activities in Dubai MrBeast explored
1. Dubai Frame
In the beginning of the latest release, MrBeast and his friends can be seen standing on top of the Dubai Frame. This is a 150-metre tall structure designed to offer a spectacular shot looking out onto the city in all directions.
The experience of standing on top of the Dubai Frame is not readily available to the public. It is one of Dubai’s latest attractions, playing the role of an observatory, museum and monument. The Dubai Frame also uses animations and holographic effects to tell stories.
2. Atlantis, The Palm
This particular experience is on the higher end of the spectrum. The YouTuber rented out the spectacular underwater suite at Atlantis, The Palm. This room has a massive aquarium featuring 65,000 marine animals including fish, sharks and stingrays.
The experience is more than just ‘larger than life’. You can have a private elevator, 24-hour butler service and everything catered for at one of Dubai’s most famous hotels. If you choose a room that doesn’t have an aquarium, the price drops to much less in comparison.
3. Dubai Autodrome
Dubai Autodrome has some of the fastest cars in the entire city, MrBeast exclaimed. This is certainly true. The group entered the place for their next experience – to race some of their creator friends in luxury supercars.
Expenses at this place fluctuate depending on the car you hire out. One of the costliest experiences could be offered by a Formula 1 car. If you don’t mind sitting in the passenger seat, you can easily ask a professional instructor to take you around the track at high speeds.
4. Penguins at Ski Dubai
MrBeast had a brief but fun experience at Ski Dubai at the Mall of the Emirates. The YouTuber and penguins at this hugely popular attraction hung out, and they may have made a bond, too. You can find a couple of different species of penguins at the ski centre.
5. Krasota
Krasota is sure ‘straight out of the future’, as the gang suggests. This ultra-futuristic restaurant in Dubai takes dinner to the next level. The Krasota gastro-theatre makes dinner an exclusive experience, offering insane visuals, art projections and a delicious nine-course meal.
6. Skydiving
Dubai is also famous for skydiving. In order to experience Dubai from thousands of feet above the ground surface, MrBeast and one of his friends decided to take the plunge. This definitely compelled Jimmy to go out of his comfort zone, but it’s all for the best in the end.
SkyDive Dubai offers all the thrills and chills of freefall at 120 mph. You need an experienced instructor for this activity, if you don’t have the right licence to do it alone. MrBeast and his friend used the premium spot – the gorgeous Palm Jumeirah.
7. Burj Khalifa
Saving the best for the last, right? Jimmy Donaldson aka MrBeast has made it into an exclusive list. He has become one of only eight people across the globe to have successfully scaled the heights of the tallest building on Earth – the iconic Burj Khalifa.
The experience is one that is truly unique. But it is tiring, to say the least. Jimmy had to take the elevator to reach the right floor. Then, he manually climbed up a ladder to reach to the top. He had a fun monologue, too. You can catch on to it in the latest release.
Seven other people to have climbed the Burj Khalifa
1. Tom Cruise
In 2010, the global star climbed to the top of the tallest building on the planet in a thrilling act. He did it for a scene in Mission: Impossible – Ghost Protocol. Cruise is famous for personally performing his stunts. Director Brad Bird meticulously ensured his safety.
2. Sheikh Hamdan
UAE’s HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed is famous for his focus on fitness. In 2018, he climbed Burj Khalifa’s 160 floors in just 38 minutes. The Dubai Fitness Challenge has just returned for its latest edition, and things have gotten interesting.
3. Nicole Smith-Ludvik
In 2021, Nicole Smith-Ludvik made global headlines as she became the first woman to ever scale the heights of Burj Khalifa. The stuntwoman did it for an Emirates airline advertisement campaign. She held placards reading: “I’m still here.”
4. Will Smith
The same year as Nicole, prominent global actor Will Smith climbed the building’s 2,909 steps to complete a heart-racing cardio session. It became part of his YouTube series ‘Best Shape of My Life’. He ascended 160 floors of Burj Khalifa in just 51 minutes.
5. Sam Sunderland
Just a couple of years ago, British motocross champion Sam Sunderland scaled the staggering heights of Burj Khalifa for a short film involving Dubai Tourism and Red Bull. He appeared in full riding gear, creating a memorable promotional piece for all netizens.
6. Alain Robert and Alexis Landot
For the purpose of launching a global mountain clean-up initiative, ‘French Spider-Man’ Robert and climber Landot client to the top of the tallest building on Earth in 2023. They conveniently and courageously tackled the skyscraper’s facade, using just ropes and harnesses.
Put on your sneakers for Dubai Fitness Challenge
Dubai definitely encourages every person to go out of their comfort zone to enjoy the experience of a lifetime. For the Dubai Fitness Challenge’s 2024 edition, have you already put on your sneakers? If not, it’s time to do so today.
Launched in 2017 by HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, this annual fitness festival invites everyone to complete 30 minutes of activity daily, for 30 days. It’s happening until November 24, 2024. It is sure to get you moving every single day.
There is a lot to do during the Dubai Fitness Challenge. The festival has an action-packed calendar of free classes, sporting events and group sessions. Find an activity of your choice – it can be yoga, cycling or even a run on Sheikh Zayed Road.
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