Water world
* Most wooden boats are still built in Jaddaf area
* Over 15 companies now offer lunch, sunset and dinner cruises at Dubai Creek
* Last year, Dutco Group invested Dh 15 million on a short cruiser, Bateux Dubai.
* 82 per cent of all the ships, boats, yachts in the Gulf stops over Dubai
* Over 500 luxury yachts are in operation in the UAE
* The development of the Palm Islands, the Waves, Dubai Maritime City will help the boat sector and the watersports to grow.
* Around 5/6 large manufacturers are dominating the UAE's boat building market
* Marine or watersports are a growing sector in Dubai
* Basic watersports, like snorkelling, diving, scuba diving, jet ski facilities are currently available in Dubai
Dubai International Marine Club (DIMC)
* Deep sea fishing facilities are available with crew and onboard catering for residents and tourists
* Over 500 members
* Currently a six-hour cruise (one-way) is available from the DIMC to Musandum/Khasab in Oman
* Plans to offer short cruises across the Gulf |