UAE (and many GCC residents) enjoy the perhaps unrivalled pleasure of being close to the beach. Thanks to year-round sunshine and consistently great weather (bar the scorching summer months), visiting the beach is a popular pastime – but it’s always a good idea to make sure you have some shade and protection. A beach umbrella is a must for days spent on the sands, not only protecting you and your loved one, but also keeping beverages, snacks and belongings out of the sun and away from damage. While seemingly cumbersome, many beach umbrellas are easy to pack up, place in the car and take to the beach. Their beach umbrellas provide shade for picnics, book reading and general lolling, all while being stylish and durable. Here are the beach umbrellas we love for winter 2024.

Beach umbrellas we love for 2024

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Because there are fewer simpler pleasures than packing up and heading to the beach