Under the patronage of Sheikh Abdul Aziz bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Tourism Development Department (ATDD), ATDD is organising the first Ajman Sea Festival, which will be held at Marina 1 from October 22nd to November 1st.

ATDD organised the annual event to combine different maritime sports and bring the community together. Amateurs and professionals from around the world will participate in a number of competitions to promote water sports.

HE Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry, ATDD Director General, said, “We organised Ajman Sea Festival as part of ATDD’s strategy to develop the tourism sector in line with Ajman Vision 2021. The Emirate’s strategic location, advanced infrastructure, landmarks and premium hotel facilities are attracting tourists and investors to Ajman.”

His Excellency explained that Ajman Sea Festival is a new event that is expected to appeal to tourists in the region. The number of visitors to the Emirate is expected to increase during the Festival, which will attract a large number of maritime sports enthusiasts from the GCC.

Saud Al Jasmi, Head of Events at ATDD, said that the Ajman Sea Festival required considerable effort from ATDD’s staff and teams, adding that the Festival is the first of its kind in Ajman and that it will be very exciting for tourists and participants. He emphasised that ATDD is keen to work with partners and stakeholders to strengthen Ajman’s status as a tourist destination that provides authentic Emirati hospitality and to ensure sustainable long-term value for the tourism sector and Ajman’s economy.

The Festival’s five main events include a Fishing Championship sponsored and organised by Delma Marine, a Flyboard Championship, a Dragon Boat Race, a Jet Ski Marathon and a Jet Ski Drag Race. Over the course of 11 days, the Festival will highlight the importance of water sports with a number of cultural and marine activities.

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