On Sham el Nessim 2010, Egypt’s First Spring Water Sports Expo came to an exciting finale after two consecutive weekends of great water sports activities.

The Aquativities team delivered a water sports show of the highest caliber and with variety of water sports activities that play perfectly in the Red Sea of Egypt.

Attendees had an opportunity to try the thrilling sports of kitesurfing and sailing when the wind was strong. When the winds calmed, the sea kayaks offered a pleasurable float on the beautiful turquoise waters of the Red Sea.

The Aquativities planning team team (Distribution Red Sea, Dome Marina Resort, Dome Marina Sailing Centre, International Yacht Training, Egypt, and Red Sea Images) is already gearing up for Egypt’s Second Spring Water Sports Expo to be held in March 2011.

In the meantime, please keep checking back to Aquativities.com. We plan to become a hub of water sports events in Egypt. If you have a water sport event in Egypt, please contact us. We will post your event here.

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April 2, 2010. Day One kickoff for the second weekend of Egypt’s Spring Water Sports Expo. The wind and weather were exceptionally calm. We enjoyed the leisurely sailing. Our friends from the Nile Sailing Academy brought a Nile Class sail boat to our patch of the Red Sea. It was excellent to see this beautiful boat sailing here.

there is more to come this weekend

Last weekend was filled with exciting demonstrations and fun in the sun. Egypt’s first Spring Water Sports Expo was a crowd-pleasing success. The wind cooperated to give kitesurfers, windsurfers and sailors the ultimate sporting experience. The beach-side crowd was held spellbound as Yann from Fun-Kite, Safaga, entertained us with jumps, twists and turns as he kitesurfed the beautiful turquoise waters of Marina Wadi el Dome. Sherifa Ashraf, Egypt’s three times National Sailing Champion buzzed the waters with speed and agility in a Pico Laser, Topper Topaz, and the Topper Magno.

Expo vendors had plenty of water sports equipment to choose for all day entertainment. Visitors were excited to be able to try their turn with sea kayaks, several types of sailing boats and small catamarans. In no time, it was the participants that ruled the waters and entertained us with their spills and successes. Spectators enjoyed beachside seats, sipped cool drinks and exchanged stories.

As the khamasin weather persists to heat us up and then chill us down, many of the show visitors were excited to find a variety of neoprene wetsuits, tops and bottoms. Distribution Red Sea brought their collection of water sports clothing and accessaries that are designed for water sporting.

As we build up synergy for the second weekend of the Spring Water Sports Expo, vendors and sponsors of the Expo continue to prepare for another round of great water sports activities.

The event is April 2 to April 5 from 10 am to 4 pm.

Entrance to the Expo is 30 LE per person. Everyone is welcome. We have activities and entertainment for the whole family.

Egypt’s First Spring Water Sports Expo 2010 is a complete guide to water sports activities offering equipment, demonstrations, events, and an opportunity to try out the best water sports equipment. If you’ve been waiting to buy gear to take you to the next level in your water sports activity, then the First Spring Water Sports Expo is your chance to score a deal on the hottest equipment available.

The Expo is held at Marina el Wadi Dome in Ain Sokhna, along the Red Sea coast. Entrance is at Gate 1 to the Marina. The Marina is easily accessible by car or public transportation, across from Porto Sokhna development.

Pictured: Visitors watch as a representative from Vision Trading rigs the Windcart. The Windcart is easy to sail and safe. Available from Vision Trading Water Sports in Cairo, Egypt. E-mail watersports@visiontrading-eg.com

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Photos from the first day of Egypt’s Spring Water Sports Expo

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It’s Friday morning 9 am. We’re setting up the exhibits at Dome Marina Sailing Centre. The Expo starts today!

We’re quickly approaching the first weekend of Egypt’s Water Sports Expo. Our vendors are preparing their exhibits. We have been told they have some wonderful visitor gifts.

The weather has been fantastic these last few days. We’re getting a break from the extreme heat that we had last week. Crazy that our spring temperatures could hover up to 40 degrees!

Here are photos of the Marina Wadi El Dome Marina Entrance Gate 1, where you will be entering to get to the Water Sports Expo.

Marina Wadi el Dome Entrance Gate 1

Marina Wadi El Dome Entrance Gate 1 coming from the South

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The First Spring Water Sports Expo 2010 is a complete guide to water sports offering high quality entertainment, events, and an opportunity to try out the best water sports equipment available.

We have an exciting lineup of events that include:

Water Sports Demonstrations — Check out pro and advanced kitesurfers and windsurfers ripping the latest extreme water sports skills and tricks and the hottest gear. Visitors will be able to catch the action from just a few feet away along the beach at DMSC.

Maya Lounge – Chill out and listen stories from VIP presenters in our beach-side shaded area.

Kitesurfing and Windsurfing clinics – Pros and active kitesurfers and windsurfers will provide basic tips and skills throughout the weekend.

Sailing clinics — Local experts share their experiences and first-hand accounts of navigating the Red Sea, as well as other adventures on the open seas.

Boating Safety Center — Learn the rules of the water, how to navigate a boat to safety in a storm, and the latest in safety techniques at this hands-on area.

The Hottest Beach Gear Fashion Show — Our beach run will feature the latest and greatest in water sportswear and recreational clothing.

Exercise and Fitness clinics – Fitness pro will share exercise and fitness routines to build and maintain healthy sporting physique. Keep your body fit, prevent injuries, and get the strength to rip it up in the water.

Numerous Equipment and Gear Exhibits – Sports equipment dealers will have their equipment and gear on hand. This is your opportunity to try out the best equipment and latest gear. Check it out! Find the best equipment for you! Our exhibitors will offer equipment for every lifestyle and budget.

The First Spring Water Sports Expo 2010 in Ain Sokhna is a unique opportunity to see, try, buy because there is nowhere else in Egypt that offers this type of event.

Egypt's Premier Water Sports Show

The Spring Water Sports Expo will be held over two consecutive weekends.

Week 1

Friday-Sunday, 26-28 March 2010

Week 2

Friday-Sunday, 2-4 April 2010

Open every day 10am to 6pm

Entrance fee

30 LE per person, children 8 years and under are free when they accompany a paying parent

Exhibitors, please contact us for rates

How to get here

Dome Marina Resort is located 150 kilometres to the east of Cairo and you can drive here in less than 90 minutes along the Katameya Road. If you don’t have your own car or are not up for renting one, hopping on a bus is easy enough. From Almaza Station in Cairo (Tel: +2 (02) 419-8533), take a bus to Suez where you can catch a microbus for a short ride to Ein Sokhna.

Where to stay here

The four star Dome Marina Hotel offers guests a relaxing stay with the Dome Marina community. Featuring breathtaking sea views, the hotel is currently operating 50 tastefully furnished rooms and one beach villa.

The hotel faces a beautiful beach with turquoise waters. Perfect for sunbathing or a game of beach volleyball. An outdoor swimming pool with large terrace, sits at the center of the hotel. For the kids, the hotel features its own children’s outdoor swimming pool and playground. Visit the hotel website.