Sun, Sand And Sisterhood: New Women-Only Beaches Are Coming To Dubai
The dedicated facilities are part of a new urban strategy that was announced recently and involves expanding parks, cycling tracks, night swimming spots and more for the city’s residents
Dubai, known for its ever-evolving skyline and innovative attractions, has unveiled its latest addition of many exciting up-and-coming projects: women-only beaches.
Recognising the importance of inclusivity, the city’s new seaside escapes will provide safe and welcoming spaces for female seeking out a bit of relaxation and recreation.
While venues such as the Dubai Ladies Club and Al Mamzar Beach Park, which caters to female visitors on select days, have existed for a while the city has recognised the demand for additional such spaces.
Now, as an integral facet of the newly announced Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033, introduced to elevate the daily experiences of its residents, women will have the opportunity to enjoy the sun along dedicated shorelines.
Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033: Women-Only Beaches, Extending Cycling Tracks, Night Swimming Areas And More
The announcement of the plan came from His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai on X.com, the platform formerly known as Twitter.
Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, the city has embarked on a journey towards redefining urban living with the launch of the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033.
Under @HHShkMohd’s directives, we have launched the Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 that aims to turn Dubai into to the world’s best city to live in. Encompassing 200 projects and initiatives, the visionary strategy seeks to ensure that all residents can access essential… pic.twitter.com/PJCyntJBm6
— Hamdan bin Mohammed (@HamdanMohammed) May 14, 2024
The move aims to make the city the best in the world to live in, Sheikh Hamdan wrote in the tweet.
The initiative will also see over 200 parks expanded across the city. The plan is also designed to ensure that every resident can conveniently access vital services within a mere 20-minute journey.
.@HamdanMohammed approves #Dubai Quality of Life Strategy 2033 featuring more than 200 projects and initiativeshttps://t.co/b5ug4V0I7S pic.twitter.com/ROCRIeHr7v
— Dubai Media Office (@DXBMediaOffice) May 14, 2024
To be carried out in three phases from 2024 to 2033, the strategy includes projects to increase the length of beach cycling tracks by 300 per cent, extend night swimming beaches by 60 per cent, as well as designate some exclusively for women.
Central to the strategy’s mission is the organisation of over 1,000 annual events spanning sports, community engagement, cultural celebrations, arts showcases, entertainment extravaganzas, and more.
“The strategy will focus on transforming Dubai into a pedestrian-, environment- and family-friendly city. All projects initiated under the strategy will be overseen by a new office dedicated to enhancing quality of life in Dubai, in coordination with over 19 government entities and dozens of private organisations. Dubai remains dedicated to raising the quality of life for its people,” Sheikh Hamdan wrote in the post.
As Dubai continues its relentless pursuit of excellence, the newly-introduced plan stands as a testament to the city’s unwavering commitment to raising the bar of livability for its people.
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Special thanks to Nikki Beach Dubai
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