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Time Out Dubai
3 days ago
- Time Out Dubai
14 best beaches for families in the UAE
There's close to 1,300km of soft, sandy shoreline in the UAE, which means plenty of opportunity (and space) for some seriously good beaches for families. Whether you prefer to curl up with a book and let the kids entertain themselves building sandcastles (good luck with that) or prefer to join the little ones for a splash in the sea (while trying to avoid getting your hair wet of course) the UAE's plentiful beaches are the perfect place to do it. If you like reading this: 44 brilliant family-friendly days out in the UAE From Dubai to Fujairah, these spots are either free, or accessed for a minimal amount. So, enjoy those sandy toes and sun-kissed noses. Dubai: best family beaches Al Mamzar Beach Park It might be a bit of a drive (family road trip, yay), but if you can tune out the backseat (heated) discussions then this park on the Sharjah border is worth it. With a choice of four beaches, along with a large lawn, sports pitches and a small skate park, there's something to keep the whole tribe happy. Pack a picnic, claim a barbecue spot for a budget lunch or pick something up from one of the many outlets. The park has toilets and changing rooms, or you can even rent a chalet for the day if you want to make yourself at home. There are plenty of facilities and spots to eat at on this beach – though it will cost you, but what's a day out at the beach without an ice cream? There's free parking on site, too. Dhs5 per person, Dhs30 per car. Open daily 8am-10pm. Near Century Mall, Al Mamzar. (04 296 6201). JBR Beach Finding your own private patch of sand on this beach is possible all day, but be warned it won't be massive. This is easily Dubai's busiest beach – with hordes of residents and tourists heading down in droves every day. However, it is a huge stretch of coastline starting from Zero Gravity and extending all the way to the breakwaters near the Sheraton Jumeirah Beach Resort without interruption. Little adrenaline-junkies can have some fun taking on the inflatable Aqua Park. There's an abundance of restaurants, breakfast spots, cafés and entertainment areas including a cinema, fairground arcades and playgrounds. Facilities include beach bed rental, showers and changing rooms. Plus, there's plenty of activities to entertain the whole family, including Splash Pad, a fun wet play area for little water babies. The Beach, opposite JBR. Jumeirah Open Beach This is one of Dubai's quieter stretches of sand. Make sure you take plenty of water and all the snacks that your tribe will want to eat, because while there are several cafés and restaurants, they are few and far between. There are however bathrooms and showers for cleaning off your sandy little people before you load them back into the car, while lifeguards oversee the water for peace of mind. Oh, and if the kids actually give you five minutes to read a book, but you've left your Kindle in your bedside table drawer, worry not, there's a library unit on the beach where books can be borrowed for free. Near Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, Jumeirah Beach Road. Kite Beach This is one of the best beaches for families and a great spot for all your friends to gather on. Teeming with activities including everything from skateparks to mini bungee jumping, high-rope courses and even a running track, there's never a dull moment at this beach (which should prevent whining). Watersports are also popular and include kayaking, paddleboarding and water-skiing to turn a lazy day into something much more adventurous. Not only is the beach packed with activities, it's also home to plenty of cafés for a break before the kids' next round of adventure. Want to walk or jog along the coastline? Kite Beach's 14km track is the perfect spot. Free. Off Street 5a, behind Jumeirah Beach Road, Umm Suqeim, (800 637 227). Mercato Beach This charming and peaceful beach is one to head to when you fancy escaping the crowds. There's always a cool breeze sweeping along the shore and, while it's not the prettiest, it has everything you could want for a quiet day out: sun, sea and sand. Plus, there are some pretty special views of the Burj Khalifa to soak up. There are no facilities so bring everything you need, or head to the Mercato Mall opposite to stock up before you find a place to call your own on the sand. Nearby Jumeirah Fishing Harbour has some nice cafés and restaurants, and is worth exploring when the temperatures start to dip in the late afetrnoon. 13a Street, Jumeirah 2. Nessnass Beach Another of Dubai's popular kiteboarding spots (signposts read Kitesurfing Beach), this stretch has the perfect conditions for catching some serious air thanks to consistent cross-onshore winds. And if the thought of packing a picnic or a cool box on top of all the other seaside paraphernalia sends chills down your spine, never fear because you can grab a bite, (or a smoothie or ice latte) at Feels, the beachfront café that serves up healthy, home-made food. Prevent sandy sandwiches by sitting the tribe down at one of the numerous tables outside the little eatery. Nessnass Street, behind Sunset Mall. Umm Suqeim Beach (Credit: Supplied) Tucked behind Umm Suqeim park, you can have a day on the grass and on the sand at Sunset/Umm Suqeim Beach. Offering up some lovely vistas all the way down the coast towards Burj Al Arab, there's even a built-in running track, and an adorable Arabian Tea House if you want to grab some lunch. There are changing rooms and public toilets nearby too for when you need them. If you want to dip out of the sun, check out the quirky Book Hero Café, pick up a fresh brew and browse the second-hand novels. 2C Street, Umm Suqeim. Abu Dhabi: best family beaches A'l Bahar Technically, this stretch of sand belongs to the Corniche, but this area with its outdoor gym, basketball and volleyball courts, shops, restaurants and gaming area deserves a bit of special attention. A great place to stroll along and relax with the entire gang, it's open every day from 7am. Free. Daily 7am-sunset. Corniche. Al Bateen Beach Brilliantly family-friendly, Al Bateen Beach is hugely popular with tourists, expats and locals. And not just for building sandcastles, but for swimming and fishing too, due to its beautifully calm waters and properly relaxed atmosphere. This 800m stretch also features a children's playground, 100 parking spaces, lifeguards aplenty, a handful of eateries and also watersports like kayaking and – if you're game enough to give it a go – stand-up paddleboards. Basically, it's got everything you and the family could possibly need. Pack the car, the kids and the sun cream and head on down for an immaculate weekend chill-out session with the whole gang. Free. Open daily 8am-sunset. Al Bateen, Khalifa Al Mubarak Street, off Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street. Hudayriat Island This huge island opened its beach back in 2018, and while the rest of the island remains untouched, the space just over the hulking Hudayriat Bridge is a popular spot. There are food trucks and sports facilities from the island and the 600 metre-long beach is open daily from 8am to 7pm and is free to use for the public. There are also three new slipways for boats and jet-skis, making it a must-visit for thrill-seekers in the capital. Free. Open daily 8am to 7pm. Hudayriat Island. The Corniche The jewel in Abu Dhabi's beachy crown, especially when it comes to families, the Corniche is a pristine beachfront divided into three handy sections, so everyone gets maximum enjoyment from its golden joys. There are children's play areas, restaurants and lots of free sports on offer, like volleyball (there are five courts) and football. Best of all, floating fences keep you within 40 metres of the beach at all times, which makes this, along with all the lifeguards, a beach where you always feel 100 percent safe. Little wonder 50,000 people come here every month, to soak up the rays and the stunning views of the Abu Dhabi skyline. Dhs10 per adult and Dhs5 per child under 12. Kids under five go free. Dhs25 per lounger. Public beaches are free and open daily 8am-8pm. Fujairah This is the perfect stretch of shoreline to settle down with a picnic and the family for the day, and you're spoilt for choice when it comes for spots to spend the day. But if you're bringing the whole brood, there's you'll find a great day out on Umbrella Beach. The mountains provide a pretty impressive backdrop to your beach day out on the Fujairah Corniche with beautiful sparkly waters and plenty of other things to do close by. Grab your beach towel and loads of SPF and get ready to blow off some steam. Afterwards? There are plenty of cafés and a walk along the Corniche waiting. Free Al Faseel, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah RAK is full of luxurious private beaches, but if you're looking for something a little more rustic, but equally as beautiful, try Al Jazeerah public beach near Jazirat Al Hamra. Offering a pristine stretch of unobstructed golden sandy shore, kids can run around safely while you unpack the picnic hamper. Send the little ones off on a mission to load up their buckets with colourful seashells (there are loads to be discovered). Free. Jazirat Al Hamra, Ras Al Kaimah. Umm Al Quwain Make a beeline to Kite Surf Beach Centre in Umm Al Quwain, which is not only child-friendly, but dog-friendly too. The cute eatery, which wouldn't look out of place on Phuket's Patong Beach, welcomes the whole family from the tiniest of tots to the furriest of friends – it's pawfect for the whole gang. You can grab a lounger and umbrella on the sand and then let your four-legged friends off the lead to explore the fenced in beach and to swim in the you manage to get your other half to look after the little ones, there's a jungle gym and frequent yoga classes if you want to switch off. Dhs75 (adult), Dhs45 (child), weekdays, Dhs100 (adult), Dhs75 (child), weekends. Open daily 6am-10pm. Shaik Saud bin Rachid Al Mualla Road, Umm Al Quwain, (055 507 3060). Looking for things to do in the UAE? 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Gulf Today
12-06-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
UAE announces inflation allowance for families with monthly income below Dhs25,000
Families with a monthly income below Dhs25,000 will receive inflation allowances tailored to the evolving economic and social conditions in the UAE, according to Shamma Al Mazrui, Minister of Community Development. The minister added that the allowances are part of the restructured Social Support Programme launched in 2022, which includes benefits based on social status, alongside social support services and inflation-related allowances. The programme targets all Emirati families with a monthly income insufficient to ensure a decent living. Besides, it targets pre-2008 retirees as low-income retirees receive support to ensure a dignified life. For retirees Over 60, according to the programme, the family breadwinner's allowance increased from Dhs5,000 to Dhs13,000. Al Mazrui added that a new Category named the "Working/Retired Category" that includes low-income working citizens and retirees was added, with decent living threshold starting at Dhs5,000, and increasing by Dhs2,000 for every ten years of work, up to Dhs13,000 for the family breadwinner. The programme includes other allowances targeting the Emirati Spouse who receives Dhs3,500 first child Dhs2,400, second and third children Dhs1,600 each, and fourth child and beyond Dhs800 each while children of determination receive Dhs5,000 and they are not counted in child order. For Inflation allowances for families with less than Dhs25,000 monthly, allowances are granted as follows: For food allowance: the primary beneficiary is granted Dhs500, the Emirati spouse is granted Dhs500 and children under 21 are granted Dhs250 each (up to 4 children). For fuel allowance (based on 95-octane fuel price): Dhs300 is granted in case price ranges between Dhs2.1–2.85/litre, Dhs600 in case price is between Dhs2.86–3.60/litre and Dhs900 in case price is above Dhs3.61/litre. The Minister pointed out that fuel allowance is granted monthly to the primary beneficiary and one Emirati spouse. Concerning electricity and water allowance, Dhs400 or equivalent to monthly consumption (whichever is lower), are granted to one residence only.
What's On
12-06-2025
- Business
- What's On
Over 10,000 air-conditioned rest stations set up for delivery riders as part of UAE midday break
As summer picks up across the UAE, the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MoHRE) has announced that over 10,000 air-conditioned rest stations equipped with amenities will be made available for delivery riders as part of the nationwide midday work break. Like every year, the annual midday break has been implemented from 15 June to 15 September, offering respite to outdoor workers during these brutal summer months. According to Gulf News, several key government entities are participating in the implementation of this initiative, including the Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA), the Integrated Transport Centre at the Department of Municipalities and Transport in Abu Dhabi, the Departments of Economic Development across all emirates, and Emirates General Petroleum Corporation (Emarat). Private entities involved include delivery platforms like talabat, Deliveroo, Noon and Careem, as well as restaurants, shopping centres, retail stores, and cloud kitchens across the country. What is the midday break? Every year for the past 21 years, the UAE rolls out a midday work ban during the peak summer months, essentially suspending all outdoor work during the afternoon, when the heat is at it's peak. This year, from 12.30pm to 3pm, outdoor labour under direct sunlight is banned across the UAE, and applies to both the public and the private sector. Companies that violate the ban will be charged hefty fines of up to Dhs5,000 per worker with a maximum of Dhs50,000 for multiple violations. But the stop of activity is not the only feature of the midday work ban. Employers are also required to provide their workers with shaded rest areas, fans or cooling units, clean drinking water, electrolyte drinks, and basic first-aid kits. Why do we need it? Enforcing the midday work ban is a matter of health and safety for outdoor workers, as temperatures reach dangerous highs. Protection from the heat is essential as the weather poses serious risks to our health, such as fatigue, nausea, dizziness, sunburn, dehydration, potential heat strokes, respiratory issues and increased risk of cardiovascular issues. Similarly, residents have also been urged to stay indoors during peak hours, especially during daylight hours and in the afternoons, as well as wearing loose, light-coloured clothing, carrying umbrellas and sunglasses and wearing sunscreen. Hydration is key, and one must stay hydrated by intaking lots of water, electrolytes, and other refreshing fluids like anise, mint, hibiscus, and green tea. @mohre_uae Images: Supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Gulf Today
11-06-2025
- Gulf Today
Dubai court fines man Dhs5,000 for inciting minor to do indecent acts on Instagram
Dubai Misdemeanor and Minor Cases Court fined an Asian national Dhs5,000 and confiscated his phone after convicting him of inciting a minor girl outside the UAE to commit acts contrary to public morals using his Instagram account. The case dates back to December 2025, when a report was received from the International Child Protection Centre in the United States, stating that the suspect, a resident of the UAE, had lured a minor under 18 years old and incited her to commit indecent acts. He reportedly sent pornographic videos and images and requested her to perform inappropriate acts over the phone. A policeman stated in the interrogation that an investigation team tracked the suspect's Instagram account and identified him. He was summoned to the police station, where he denied the charges during questioning. His phone was sent to the Dubai Police Criminal Laboratory for examination, along with his social media accounts. The forensic report affirmed that the phone contained three folders containing 18 indecent videos, along with conversations in which he incited the minor girl to take inappropriate photos and perform indecent acts over the phone. The court stated that the suspect used Instagram to lure the victim and requested her to send personal photos in compromising positions through voice chats. As a result, he was fined Dhs5,000, and his phone was confiscated.
Gulf Today
05-06-2025
- Gulf Today
Al Ain court obligates a man to pay 51,430 for causing traffic accident
The Abu Dhabi Family, Civil and Administrative Cases Court has ordered a person to pay Dhs51,430 plus a fine of Dhs5,000 as a compensation to another man for damaging two vehicles while driving. Earlier, the plaintiff filed a lawsuit against the defendant in which he requested that he be obligated to pay Dhs51,430, which was the cost of repair for his damaged car plus Dhs75,000 as the rental of a car of the same type that he had to rent while his car was under repair. He also requested the court to obligate the defendant to pay the incurred charges, expenses and lawyer's fees. The plaintiff pleaded that the defendant caused damage to his vehicle, noting that the defendant was convicted of the charge in a lawsuit that had already been filed against. In support of his lawsuit, the plaintiff attached to his docket a copy of the traffic accident report and a copy of the supervising judge's decision to appoint a technical expert to investigate the issue and assess the cost of repair of the plaintiff's vehicle. The technical expert decided that the total repair costs of Dhs51,430 as incurred by the plaintiff were reasonable and in line with the extent of the damages resulting from the accident, assuming that he had bought original spare parts. As for the plaintiff's request for Dhs75,000 as a compensation for not being able to use his car for approximately 6 months from the date of the accident until the date of the actual repair of the car, the court estimated that a Dhs5,000 compensation for the material harms caused to the plaintiff due to the defendant's error would be sufficient.
