If you haven’t tried at least one type of watersport in Dubai, you’re not taking full advantage of the seaside lifestyle.
Whether you’re nervous around the waves or simply haven’t felt inspired to dive into the deep end, an epic event that took place this Friday was determined to convert from water-shy among us to a nymph.
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Iconic Water Lakes at the foot of the Burj Khalifa hosted a first of its kind stand up paddleboarding event that saw residents glide across the blue waters, surrounded by the Dancing Fountains.
Arranged to honour COVID-19 frontline heroes, ‘We Paddle for Dubai’ is an initiative by Dubai International Marine Club and organized by DIMC with the support of the Dubai Sports Council and in partnership with Emaar Properties, in cooperation with Kite N Surf.
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Around 80 water enthusiasts took to their boards for a two-hour experience like no other. Some of the high-profile attendees included our past cover star and Egyptian marathon runner Manal Rostom.
If this hasn’t tempted you to test your balance on the water, then we don’t know what will. Plus, this is the best time to support local business so check out some of EW‘s favourite paddleboard spots here.
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