UAE: Seven islands to visit this winter

UAE: Seven islands to visit this winter

Winter is the perfect time to explore islands, which offer different types of fun and adventure activities

Snoopy Island, off the coast of Fujairah. — Wam file

Published: Sun 15 Jan 2023, 6:00 AM

As the winter continues, it is the perfect time to go exploring outdoors. The UAE has launched a campaign titled World’s Coolest Winter. The campaign, carried out by the UAE government media office in cooperation with the Ministry of Economy and other entities, is aimed at further supporting domestic tourism and attracting travellers from all over the world.

Did you know that there are several islands around the UAE that you can visit on a day trip or overnight stay? We round up the top seven options:

1. Moon Island, Dubai: Visitors can enjoy an unforgettable experience on Moon Island, Dubai, which is a haven for diving and water adventure enthusiasts. They can spend time swimming, diving, and skiing on the water pages, and enjoy fishing on the island's coast with nets or traditional hooks, in addition to several family activities available.

2. Shark Island, Sharjah: Located off the coast of Khor Fakkan in Sharjah, this place is an underwater marvel for everyone who enjoys snorkelling, scuba diving and swimming. With a