Water Sports in Sir Bani Yas – Thrilling Adventures in United Arab Emirates

During a trip to the United Arab Emirates, make sure to visit Sir Bani Yas Island, where vacationers are offered the chance to take part in various leisure activities such as engaging in water sport activities, spotting exotic wildlife, mountain biking and archery. Water sports are always a popular choice. Those visiting Sir Bani Yas Island could engage in snorkelling & scuba diving at the offshore reefs. The breathtaking waters are home to some of the most exotic sea creatures like the iconic Hammour fish. Tourists visiting the isle could find accommodation at a rated Abu Dhabi Island resort which offers guests the chance to go on such expeditions. Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort, Abu Dhabi is one such resort that could be considered as a choice of accommodation.
Those touring could also engage in sea kayaking and exploring mangroves at Sir Bani Yas Island. Home to a rich wildlife, tourists could paddle their way through the mangroves at their own pace. For adventure seekers, sea kayaking proves to be an ideal past time where a journey on the tranquil waters give a chance to spot the abundance of fish and birds. Deep sea fishing is another sought after activity amongst those visiting UAE. Seasoned anglers and amateurs could go troll fishing in Sir Bani Yas Island, spend a day surrounded by the vast ocean and later in the day have their catch cooked to perfection by the chefs at the resort. Pearl diving is also a popular activity in the Emirates where participants of the expedition dive with enthusiasm to spot the jewels of the underwater world. Pearl divers are also told tales of the rich history that sustained generations. Water sport activities such as these are a ‘must try’ during your visit to Sir Bani Island.

Shehera Fioni is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Catalina Forbes. Her content is based on many thrilling escapades offered to travellers across the world.

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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix: Relish the Speed Thrills

Renown for taking on ambitious, one-of-a-kind development projects, Abu Dhabi is the ever-changing face of a modern city. Income earned from oil production has been well spent to impress the world’s elite with Abu Dhabi’s growing repute as a bustling financial capital that is also home to luxurious hotels and Villas in Abu Dhabi and high-end shopping malls. Home to a large expatriate community, the city is famous for its western outlook and expensive tastes. The city’s fast paced life is relished by its residents whose love for speed and luxury cars comes together to present the prestigious Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Inaugurated in 2009, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is one of the city’s most anticipated international sporting events. The final event in the Formular One calendar, the the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is held annually at the famous 5.55 kilometre-long Yas Marina Circuit on Yas Island. The Circuit boasts speeds of 195 kilometers per hour on average with maximum speeds of 320 kilometres per hour and has a total of 21 turns along the track making it one of the most challenging racing tracks in the world. It is also one of the few venues where the races are run in an anti-clockwise direction and boasts the world’s longest straight line racing track. Designed by renown Circuit architect Hermann Tilke, the Yas Marina Circuit runs past the newly- constructed marina and some of the city’s highest rated hotels including Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort, Abu Dhabi.

The Yas Marina Circuit boasts a large, 60,000-seater grand-stand, a state-of-the-art lighting system that adjusts the track’s lighting for evening races and a pit building with 40 air-conditioned garages. Yacht-owners can enjoy close-up views of the races as racing cars speed along the tracks along the marina. When they are not watching the races, they can admire the famous five-star Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi hotel and the 60-metre solar powered Sun Tower before attending the star studded post-race parties and concerts on Yas Island.

Chandrishan Williams is a travel writer who writes under the pen name, Caleb Falcon. He specializes in writing content based on the many exciting world adventures that await intrepid travellers.

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Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club – The Home of Horse Racing in Abu Dhabi

The global city of Abu Dhabi is the capital and most developed city of the United Arab Emirates. Located on a small island on the Persian Gulf, Abu Dhabi is one of the world’s most dynamic business and financial hubs. Over the past decade the city has developed a reputation for being one of the Middle East’s top tourist destinations as it is home a variety of exciting and fascinating attractions. One of the luxury hotels in Abu Dhabi that offers luxury accommodation is the Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara.

The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is one of the most iconic sports clubs in the city, and is assured to be a hit with any lover of horseback riding. This prestigious club boasts some of the best facilities for horseback riding, racing, and jumping, and is very popular amongst the locals. Hosting numerous races and other equestrian competitions, the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is well worth a visit if equestrian activities interest you.

Located in Al Mushrif, Abu Dhabi, roughly 10 minutes from the city centre, the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is home to some of the best horses of the United Arab Emirates and excellent horseback riding faculties. At the club, one can engage in riding on a racecourse that meets international standard, engage in jumping in the world class show jumping area, or just work a slow canter with a horse in the fibresand training track. One of the major highlights of the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is its riding school, which offers equestrian training at all levels. The well skilled instructors will teach you how to be one with your horse, so that you can master the art of horseback riding. Keep a look out for any events around the corner, as the Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club hosts exciting horseback riding events such as the National Day Cup, The Emirates Championship, and the International CSI-B Show.

Intrigued by history, art and food, Shazzana Hamid is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary. Disguised as Lavinia Woolf she writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.

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Take aim and feel the Arabic Tradition of Archery – A sport with power, grace and magnificence

The tradition of archery goes way back in Arabia. Primarily used as a means of hunting and defense, archery has raw power in it and with this power there is both grace and magnificence. Although movies may make archery look like a breeze, both drawing the bow and shooting is actually rather tough and requires a good deal of strength to perfect the art. To get the hang of archery, practice is required and the best part about Emirates is that it provides plenty of opportunity to unearth ones hidden skills in this magnificent sport.

Part of exploring UAE is taking in the lifestyle of the tribesman. You may have had camel milk, rode atop the back of the caravans of the desert and ate and slept among Bedouins but nothing seals the deal like holding a bow in your hand and trying your shot at archery. It is one of the few sports where you can feel the power of the yesteryears. Since it is one activity so popular among the visitors, many of the hotels in Abu Dhabi offer archery in the resorts Activity center. If you chose the Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort, Abu Dhabi and are basking in the finest of the Abu Dhabi Villas, why not head over to the front desk and inquire a little bit about archery. You will be amazed at the facilities available.

Coaches are always provided and sometimes personalized classes are even offered. Be very attentive about the safety measures because although it looks really fun it is a rather dangerous sport; part of why it is so exciting to try out. At first archery may seem tough but persevere because the real fruits await after you truly get the hang of handling the equipment. Amidst the backdrop of rolling gold and the hot crisp breeze of Arabia drawing the bow and shooting would make you feel like conquering the desert somewhere back time.

Intrigued by history, art and food, Shazzana Hamid is a writer who is passionate about the extraordinary. Disguised as Lavinia Woolf she writes of the exhilarating and enchanting.

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