Two family beaches along Dubai’s most popular stretch of coast are being asked to dress modestly and cover the swimwear. The beach areas on either side of the Dubai Offshore Sailing Club have been declared for families-only, with the municipality putting up bright pink signs up. The signs state that the beaches are "dedicated to women and families only" and order all visitors to "wear respectful swimwear", which means "women must be fully covered".
Staff are on hand to ensure that people obey the new rules and to keep away groups of single men.