In the UAE, the royal rest awaits guests all year round. On the territory of seven emirates, united in 1971, the bright sun is shining, the waters of the Persian Gulf, the Indian Ocean are splashing, extraordinary masterpieces of architecture rise. Modern hotels, spa centers, water parks, incredible entertainment create conditions for any type of recreation. Before plunging into the luxury of a fairy-tale world, imagine yourself as a sheikh, bury yourself in the sand, walk along the Coral Reefs, learn about the best diving spots. Admire the colorful surrounding landscape, it is useful to explore where the best beaches in the UAE are located. Moreover, each emirate has its own recreation areas, covered with white, red, gray, golden sand. And, of course, learn about the rules for visiting a country with special requirements for behavior.
Ajman
Almost 10 km of the coast of the Persian Gulf has been given over to the recreation areas of the Emirate of Ajman. The main part is divided into plots belonging to hotels. Modern buildings (over 40 of them) are located along the entire coast. They have everything you need for a high quality holiday. The lack of a hectic nightlife makes it calm and comfortable for families with children and the elderly. The entire coast has a gentle entrance to the water. There are no large stones or sharp seashells on it.
The coast is covered with fine, almost white sand. It is always clean, well-groomed, well-maintained. The free city beach is located just behind a shady alley. It has benches, changing cabins, sun loungers, gazebos, barbecue areas. The rescue service is constantly working. Tourists choose to book a hotel with their own seating area. It could be The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah 5 *. Accommodation is offered in rooms in 4-storey buildings or in beautiful villas.
500 m part of the shore of The Oberoi Beach Resort Al Zorah 5 *, located among the mangrove forest or Ajman Hotel 5 * is the greenest on the coast. The climate in Ajman is dry, subtropical with occasional rainfall. In summer, not very pleasant sandstorms rise, and the air temperature reaches 45 ° C. The best time to relax is the period from October to May, when the air temperature is 23 - 25 ° С.
Camel racing, which has become a national sport, is an unforgettable experience during your holiday from October to May. From the point of view of bans, the emirate is considered the most democratic, but in shorts, open T-shirts, you cannot walk the streets of the city. It is forbidden to take pictures of local women bathing in burkini, sunbathe topless, drink alcohol in the recreation area. For this they can be expelled from the country. It is proposed to get to the small emirate from the airports of Dubai, Sharjah.
- Bahi Ajman Palace 5 * - overlooking the Arabian Gulf, located on the first line, suitable for families, 2 heated pools, a children's pool, several restaurants, a pool bar
- Wyndham Garden Ajman Corniche 4 * - first line, breakfast and dinner included, outdoor pool, several restaurants, pool bar, kids club
- Fairmont Ajman 5 * - located on the shores of the Persian Gulf, several restaurants and bars, cafes, an outdoor pool, a kids club
Al-batin
Abu Dhabi is one of the hottest cities in the world. The tropical dry climate forms here warm winters and sultry summers. The air temperature reaches 45 ° C in winter. At night, it drops to 35 ° C and 25 ° C. There is no rain, the air humidity is determined by the influence of the Persian Gulf and is 40-50%. The water temperature in the cozy bay of the bay is comfortable for swimming all year round. In winter, the temperature is 22 ° C, in summer 30 ° C.
The lack of waves does not attract surfers here. Fishing is prohibited near the shore. The beach area occupies 800 m of the coastline, surrounded by a beautiful palm path. It overlooks the island of Khudayriyat. The coast is divided into two parts. One of them is allowed free admission to all comers. There are many equipped sports grounds, changing cabins, special beds for rest. The population of the city chooses this place of recreation for active activities on the shore, in the water.
Here you can always rent a jet ski, water skis, go kayaking, go kayaking. Nearby there are parking spaces for personal vehicles, cafes. On the other part there can be women with children (boys under 6 years old). Paid entrance. It is forbidden to bring dogs, set up tents, take pictures. It is proposed to come to the place of rest by taxi, bus routes from 7 am to 11 pm.
Al cornish
The third largest emirate of the country is called its cultural capital. There are many budget holiday destinations with a high level of service. It is possible to choose a hotel to stay right on the shore of the bay and listen to the calm lapping of the waves at night. No wonder the word "Cornish" in Arabic means "embankment".
The beach area begins at the Women's Club and stretches along the coast to the Coral Beach 4 * hotel in a long strip of white (imported) and yellow (local) sand. There are provisionally allocated places for families with children, youth, and elderly people. The sandy strip is separated from the city by an alley of palm trees, which allows shelter from the bright sun (it is additionally proposed to rent an umbrella). The recreation area is considered the largest and most spacious among the rest of the UAE beaches.
At a distance of 40 m, a row of buoys can be seen, ensuring the safety of navigation. There are no underwater currents near the coast. The convenient infrastructure of the embankment attracts a large number of city residents, guests, and allows everyone to stay at any time. Free entrance every day. Free parking is available nearby. Nearby is the Bedouin village "Heritage", where you are invited to learn the features of the ancient culture of the Emirates.
Al-Mamzar
Holidays in Dubai are especially popular. This is a rare beauty of nature, the mysterious spirit of the East, entertainment in modern entertainment complexes, high-quality service in hotels, restaurants, numerous excursions to museums and amazing places in the UAE. Bliss on the white sand of the most luxurious areas in the famous beach and park complex Al Mamzar.
Five sites are located along the coast of the Persian Gulf and one between Dubai and Sharjah. The length of the used coastline is 3500 m. The waves of the open sea do not enter the protected area and create special conditions for recreation with small children. The complex is home to exotic trees, flowers in colorful, well-groomed flower beds.
Among the thickets of 1600 types of palm trees, 6000 types of trees, there are sports, playgrounds, a rental service with the presence of land and water transport. Lunch is offered in numerous cafes and restaurants. Recreation area No. 4 contains 15 modern bungalows for rent by vacationers.
Attractions include an observation tower with an overview of the surroundings, an amphitheater. The pool, attractions, SPA centers, water activities amaze with their diversity and originality. The mode of daily work is specified in advance. You can come to Dubai on vacation at any time of the year.
Al Muntazah
Located in the emirate of Sharjah just after Al Cornish. It is recommended to cover the distance from the city center by taxi or car. Bus routes run through the nearest streets. Near the coastal strip, which stretches for 1.2 km, there are no entertainment establishments, numerous restaurants, cafes, and noisy shopping centers.
They are located on the streets of the city that run parallel to the coast at a certain distance. This part of the austere emirate is intended for a relaxing holiday in pristine nature with bright sun and clear sea. The majority of tourists sunbathe on the private beaches of hotels. It is not crowded here even during the high season. Light yellow sand, gentle descent into the water, clean bottom, clear water attract local residents here.
On Tuesday, women's days are traditionally held in public areas of the coast. Men and boys don't come. It is best to rest here from November to April. The air temperature at this time is kept around 30. Daytime hours are recommended to be spent in places protected from the sun. In addition, an increase in the level of humidity is observed at this time. It is cool at night due to the breeze coming from the Persian Gulf.
Al-Sufouh
The area is located on the Persian Gulf coast near the famous Palm Jumeirah resort. Buildings with unusual architecture look like fairy-tale giants from the new, well-groomed recreation area. They immediately became the hallmark of the emirates. Accommodation in hotels in the area is considered favorable for the price and an ideal place to enjoy the architectural wonders of the country. The sun, the sea, the clean coast are no worse here than in other areas.
Nearby there is a road on which bus routes operate and it is easy to come to the recreation area. The main thing is not to forget the camera. It will be impossible to refrain from filming. Moreover, there are Dubai Marina, Burj Al) "Parus Hotel", Arab Palm Jumeirah nearby. The infrastructure of the coastal strip is not luxurious, but everything is compensated by the gorgeous view and serene relaxation on the shores of the beautiful, clean sea, a visit to the water park with unusual water attractions.
- Fraser Suites Dubai 4 * - breakfast included, 25-meter temperature-controlled pool, Fraser Kid's Club, Armonia Spa
Madinat Jumeirah Al Qasr 5 * - restaurants overlooking the garden and the ocean, a pool bar, a mini-club for children, free use of Wild Wadi Water Park, 7 outdoor pools
Al-khan
This strip on the shores of the Persian Gulf is one of the recreation areas of the emirate of Sharjah. Its length is 600 m. On the white sand, in the clear azure waters, locals like to relax on weekends. Modern hotels have been built here for guests, the necessary conditions for a comfortable stay have been created. Moreover, its cost is much lower than on the coast of Dubai.
The recreation area includes cafes, restaurants, sports and playgrounds, shops. Parking for personal vehicles is at some distance and you have to walk. This is due to the large number of hotels built along the coast.
The rental services provide sun loungers, umbrellas, equipment for water entertainment. In a cozy lagoon, you can always find a calm, secluded place. The only drawback is considered to be the appearance here of colored jellyfish, stingrays in the month of October. It is recommended to handle them with care. For a variety of recreation, it is proposed to visit the Oceanarium, the Maritime Museum.
Umbrella
Located near downtown Fujairah in the youngest emirate, established in 1953. It is the only part of the UAE that is located on the coast of the Indian Ocean (Gulf of Oman). The emirate has the oldest mosque Al Bidiya, waterfalls "Al-Wurraya", gardens "Ain Al-Madhab", the popular hot springs "Ain Al-Gamu". They are offered to be viewed in between visiting the free beach. There are no luxurious conditions for a comfortable stay on it. There are no changing cabins or showers. There are umbrellas, sun loungers and the endless Indian Ocean.
A huge number of fish and crabs swim along its shores. Interesting shells appear on the shore after high tide. Yellow-gray sand, gentle descent into the water, special cleanliness of the coast (this is strictly monitored by special services) attracts those who want to meet real nature, relax with friends, and use numerous barbecues. You need to know that swimming here is allowed only in a one-piece swimsuit and it is prohibited to go outside the coastal strip.
Jumeirah Beach
The area in the city of Dubai stretches for 21 km along the coast of the Persian Gulf. It has a huge number of paid, free zones, called the general word "Jumeirah Beach". There are sites with a specific name (La Mare, Mercato, Kite, Sunset, Oulain) and many unnamed, semi-wild ones. The quality of the equipped sites is about the same.
They are covered with soft white or golden sand, have a gentle slope into the water, and are shallow near the coast. The Jumeirah-Open Beach area is considered a popular vacation spot for Russian families with children. It is located not far from the Parus hotel. Nearby there is a jogging track for cyclists, roller-skaters, runners. The infrastructure includes a minimum number of elements (changing cabins, toilets, showers, barbecue areas).
For the entertainment of children, it is recommended to visit the playground built nearby. The rules of conduct in the Dubai recreation area must be strictly adhered to. There are large fines, deportation, and sometimes imprisonment (for example, drinking alcohol is strongly discouraged). It is forbidden to photograph local women.
RIVA Beach club
To feel the features of the best rest on the planet is offered in the romantic place "RIVA Beach Club". This is one of the first recreation areas to be established on the famous Palm Jumeirah in Dubai. It is not assigned to a specific resort. The purest water, soft sand, gentle sun, comfortable sun loungers, umbrellas (placed at a great distance from each other), high-quality service (seaweed is removed from the shore instantly), swimming pools for adults and children.
A cafe, a restaurant in the form of a tent with an open terrace, provide a full, comfortable rest. With the onset of dusk, candles are lit everywhere, creating a romantic atmosphere. The conditions of stay are similar to a spa resort with its own fitness center, yoga studio, beauty salons, shops. Including the famous flower shop Bliss. The club is chosen by lovers of good music, delicious food and great entertainment. Local residents often come here with the whole family.
Dibba
The city is located at the foot of the Hajar Mountains on the coast of the Gulf of Oman. The first settlements appeared here in the distant Iron Age. Natural beauty, unusual atmosphere of antiquity attracts a large flow of tourists to the modern resort. Moreover, it offers conditions for a luxurious and comfortable stay.
These are hotels in the resort city with swimming pools, high-quality service, wonderful beach areas. They offer not only to bask in the rays of the gentle sun on the soft sand, swim for a long time, but also to master the elements of diving. The underwater world of Dibba amazes with an abundance of multi-colored corals, many inhabitants of water spaces. The large coastal recreation area has an impeccable reputation for environmental health.
The natural beauty is complemented by an unforgettable mountain landscape. It is suggested to come to the recreation area from Dubai by bus, car and stay at the camp at night. At this time, you can observe an unusual natural phenomenon - a meteor shower. Of interest is a visit to the Dibba Al-Hisn fortress of the 19th century, an old Portuguese fort built in the 17th century.
- Radisson Blu Resort, Fujairah 5 * - first line, 5 outdoor pools, fitness center and spa center, area of 29 664 sq.m.
- Fairmont Fujairah Beach Resort 5 * - Aqua Bounce water park, free access to Lava Beach Club, 2 outdoor pools, sun terrace, restaurant, bar, playground and club for children
Kite beach
The public beach of Dubai with free access is chosen by lovers of active recreation. It is offered to come here by a separate transfer. Despite the developed infrastructure, walking distance of shops, the coastal strip is most often occupied by kitesurfing fans with incredible tricks in the sky. Classes are held for them in a special school. It offers hourly lessons with a private instructor.
The payment includes the provision of the necessary equipment. By the way, the rental service is issued only to experienced athletes. The recreation area is equipped with sports grounds for football, volleyball, badminton, trampoline. You can visit the place of sports entertainment at any time of the day.You can walk on the sand without special shoes. Parking places are located on the coastal strip and near the road. They differ in the amount of payment. Nearby there is an area with attractions, convenient for families.
Lu-Lu'a
Get a great tan, enjoy the sun, the crystal clear waters of the Arabian Gulf are offered on the coastal strip of Lou Lou'a Beach. This recreation area is often called "Pearl". Lovers of active recreation come here. With small children, it is recommended to choose a place that is quieter, without rushing currents. Sailing, catamarans, kayaks, boats, windsurfing are popular with residents and visitors.
For their accommodation are offered rooms in hotels with first-class service. Here you can play tennis, darts, visit the gym, eat delicious food at a local restaurant. A large number of tourists come to the coast with fine light sand in the evenings. It should be borne in mind that all security services work until 6 pm.
When blue jellyfish flood, warning red flags are flown. There is a public recreation area in Sharjah. It is distinguished by unobtrusive service, the possibility of organizing an independent holiday without excessive care of the organizers of resort leisure. The hotels are located on the coastline within walking distance from the beaches.
Lou’lou’A Beach Resort 3 * - first line, outdoor pool with water temperature control, alcohol is prohibited
La Mer
Dubai's new beach area (completed in 2018), nearly 2.5 km long, has recently emerged in the Palm Jumeirah area, but has quickly become a creative, quirky holiday destination. It's easy to get here by metro or bus. All the details of the architectural structures are thought out for a comfortable stay. The coastal quarter is conventionally divided into 4 parts: an entertainment center (with 130 active places), North, South Island, and a beach.
There are two lagoons with many restaurants, bars and cafes. Between them there is a water park "Laguna" with water slides, waterfalls, swimming pools, separate places for kids to swim. A real green oasis of luxurious palms and rare flowers grows around. In the recreation area there are many benches, chairs, hammocks, fountains, in which it is allowed to swim.
The infrastructure has all the necessary elements, built in an original way and complementing its beautiful appearance. Here is a unique opportunity to combine a relaxing holiday with active entertainment. The best time to relax is the end of autumn, the beginning of winter.
Nasimi Beach
On one of the Palm Islands there is a complex "Atlantic" with a paid coastal strip, popular with young people and financially secure people. The imported snow-white sand houses not only sun loungers, umbrellas, but also beautiful poufs, hammocks, closed tents. It is recommended to book them in advance. The entrance ticket costs $ 40.
Fans of active entertainment are provided with grounds for football, volleyball, badminton. Toddlers calmly swim in the children's pools. Adults are invited to visit the SPA center, restaurant, fashion boutique. On Fridays and Saturdays, there are fun parties with music until the morning.
The swimming area is small and limited by buoys at a distance of 10 m from the shore. To get to Nasimi Beach simply take the monorail to the islands. The fare is paid separately, and for a trip in the metro and by tram (they must go to the beginning of the road) there is a single ticket.
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Saadiyat
One of the best vacation spots in Abu Dhabi city. Snow-white sand and endless expanses of the sea on the coastal strip of Saadiyat Island (or the island of happiness). The eyes are not disturbed by other islands on which the city is spread out. It is proposed to come here by the high-speed highway passing through a special bridge leading to the main part of the land.
It occupies 400 m of the coastal strip. A long bridge leads directly into the water. It was created not for walking vacationers, but in the role of protecting the nesting sites of rare turtles that live in these places. In the recreation area there is a special staff to monitor the safe stay of sea turtles (hakesbills). The best option for recreation is considered to be accommodation in hotels on the island (despite the high cost). The conditions are excellent, and the trip to the sea does not take time.
Holidays on the island are considered expensive. Almost all infrastructure elements are paid. The rental service provides any sports equipment, means for walking on the water. There are shops on the territory where you can always buy important little things: goggles, a swimsuit, sun cream, swimming masks. Along with the sunset, life in the recreation area freezes, which is warned by a sound signal. To diversify your vacation is offered at the Saadiyat Beach Club.
- Rixos Premium Saadiyat Island - Ultra All Inclusive 5 * - luxury rooms and villas, a water park and a pool with artificial waves
- Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort 5 * - the first coastline, 3 outdoor pools with temperature control, breakfast + buffet dinners are included. For children - a club, a swimming pool, a special menu.
- Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi Hotel and Villas 5 * - located on the first line, 4 restaurants, landscaped gardens, an outdoor pool, an entertainment program for children
Sunset Beach
The recreation area is located between the Arabian Gulf and the coastal strip of Umm Suqeim. A place with untouched nature is often chosen by families with children and lovers of surfing on small waves. There are changing cabins, toilets, showers. Vacationers bring chairs, comfortable sunbeds, umbrellas with them or rent them for a small fee.
On the fine sand of a delicate beige shade, you are invited to play different games. Any sports equipment can be rented from the rental service. The close proximity of the Palm Island complex offers free internet. During sunset, there are many selfie lovers in the background of the famous UAE Sail. Lovers of silence can sleep, read a book.
In the morning, the tracks are used for morning jogging along the beautiful, comfortable bay. The entrance to the turquoise water is smooth and calm. It is shallow at first, but then the depth grows quickly. During the surf, the surroundings are filled with warm, clean water. It is not possible to stay in a hotel on the first strip of the coast. The beautiful places are occupied by the rich villas of the sheikhs.
- Jumeirah Beach Hotel 5 * - more than 10 restaurants and bars, 5 swimming pools, a rooftop lounge, a view of the Persian Gulf
- Burj Al Arab Jumeirah 5 * - suites with sea views, 9 branded restaurants, transfer to the hotel by helicopter or car, 2 swimming pools
- Jumeirah Al Naseem 5 * - the first coastline, more than 40 restaurants and bars, 5 outdoor pools, free access to Wild Wadi water park, rooftop bar
Sandy beach
Located on the shores of the Indian Ocean. In the beautiful recreation area of the emirate of Fujairah, a real paradise of peace and tranquility is offered. Breathtaking views of the endless expanses of the ocean, the island-rock of Snoopy, the Hajar mountains allow you to forget about the bustle of the bustling city, get peace of mind, relaxation. Fascinating fishing, various boat trips, diving center services, lazy sleep in the soft sand, swimming in the shallow coastal waters with the little ones are provided in this place.
Barbecue areas are allocated on the shore. Diving enthusiasts can admire the coral thickets and the abundance of marine inhabitants for a long time. There are even reef sharks among them. Accommodation offers a large selection of regular hotel rooms and cozy bungalows, double chalets. A family-run hotel with a swimming pool, restaurant, playground is located 20 meters from the water's edge. It has a tour desk with interesting trips around the country.
Umm Sukeim
On its own peninsula, next to the Umm Sukain recreation area, there is the famous Jumeriah Beach Hotel 5 *. It rises opposite the beach area along Jumeirah Beach. Guests of the country tend here to take unique pictures.The infrastructure is not very diverse, but the necessary elements have been built.
But there are green lawns, barbecues, playgrounds nearby. In the northern part there is a windy place, used for paddle boards, kite flying, surfers. There are many small shells in the sand, which creates inconveniences for children. The luxury of staying in a hotel with swimming pools, any kind of entertainment compensates for the small negative qualities of the coastal zone of Umm Sukeim.
Jumeirah Mina A’Salam 5 * - the first coastline, Sindbad kids club, Madinat theater and Talise spa center
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Yas Island is considered an important entertainment center in the capital. Free access to the Yas Island recreation area is provided to guests of the seven hotels, hotel apartments located here. There are many reasons for visiting it. The format of leisure activities among the turquoise sea, white sand, mangrove forests, theme parks can be different.
It is suitable for young people, seniors, families with children. The recreation area is often called the paradise of Abu Dhabi. The coastal strip is wide and free. The entrance to the water is shallow, the bottom is sandy. Here they spend a lazy rest and actively use kayaking, water skiing, motorcycles. Nearby there are cafes, restaurants, bars offering simple dishes, hot dogs.
