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KUWAIT, Jan 21 (KUNA) — Kuwaiti Jet-skier Salem Al-Sarraf won gold at a tournament organized by Qatar and was concluded late Sunday. Speaking to KUNA via phone, Al-Sarraf said that he was very glad to have won the competition revealing that this was his first time to partake in a Jet-ski drag race for the professional division. The tournament saw the participation of 40 jet-skiers from the UAE, the US, the UK, Qatar, Kuwait, and France.
Congrats, Salem, from your friends at The Grapevine Kuwait! 
Have you ever wondered what lives beneath the beautiful blue waters of the Arabian Gulf? Scuba divers, snorkelers fishermen, students rejoice! If you live in Kuwait (heck, even if you don’t) and marine life in general is your passion, then here is the perfect app to add to your collection! Welcome to “Kuwait Sea Base:” the iPhone app that will literally (and visually) give you a tour of the magnificent underwater world of Kuwait’s blue seas. From types of species, to coral reefs, to conservation, “Kuwait Sea Base” is not only loads of fun for the whole family, but it also serves as an educational tool. Download it for free 
We receive many inquiries from our readers who are dying to trade their city lives for a day in a chalet along the beautiful blue Kuwaiti shores. Renting a chalet (beach house) in Kuwait can be a fun-filled experience for the whole family if it’s planned properly in advance. If spending a relaxing day, weekend, or week (if you’re lucky enough) on the beach is your thing, then here are some great resources & places to make this happen:
The vision for Failaka Heritage Village and the Palace of Sheikh Abdullah Al Salam, a previous ruler of Kuwait commenced in 2002 under the auspices of the then Emir of Kuwait H.H. Sheikh Jaber Al Ahmed Al Jaber Al Sabah. The above task was further initiated by Masharee Al Khair Establishment a Kuwait charity, who placed the following message on the wall of the reception building:
If you are looking to rent a chalet for a fun weekend with friends or family, or if you are interested in purchasing one, then your best bet would be Shalay.com! Shalay.com is a Kuwaiti company providing a world-class marketplace for chalet and watercraft lovers and owners. They help and serve thousands of people interact between professionals, buyers, sellers, and enthusiasts. They are local experts and they know that there is no better feeling than being at the shalay!
Try their Discover Scuba Diving course! It’s free and runs for around 3 hours.
A group of Kuwaiti volunteers who perform activities and projects contributing to protecting and rehabilitating marine environment since 1986. The team is part of the Kuwait Environment Protection Society which in turn is recognized by the United Nations.