ALL THE GEAR Planning a camping trip? Here’s everything you need for an adventure in the desert this winter…

Free Me Mosquito Repellent

Dhs47

FIX DESSERT CHOCOLATIER

Dhs45-65 per bar

Chocolate is a necessity on a camping trip, whether you’re craving a late-night snack or making campfire chocolate fondue for your friends and family. Made in Dubai, Fix Dessert Chocolatier has the most delicious and creative chocolate flavours such as Can’t Get Knafeh of It and You Karak Me

Up. The homegrown brand currently sells via Instagram from Dhs45 to Dhs65 per bar.

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Keep those pesky mosquitos away with this natural, organic mosquito repellent made in the UAE. Free Me is made with organic essential oils such as eucalyptus and lemongrass and blended into a water base. This proven effective barrier spray will provide total protection for the whole family.

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The Giving Movement Athleisure

From Dhs199

Stay warm and comfortable with eco-friendly fashion and fabulous fits from The Giving Movement. Fabrics are 100 per cent sustainable, and everything is sourced locally in the UAE. Think t-shirts, hoodies, sweatshirts, joggers, jackets available in every colour. Not only that, but The Giving Movement also donates Dhs15 to charity partner Dubai Cares & Harmony House for every item sold.

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Natrl Box Water

Dhs60

It might sound obvious, but you can never take enough water on a camping trip. Homegrown brand Natrl box water sells a 10 litre bag-ina-box of New Zealand mineral water, that use 90 per cent less plastic. It comes with a 7.5pH level that is completely in sync with our bodies to aid digestion and hydration. Plus, the boxes are 100 per cent recyclable and an eco-friendly choice to staying hydrated while you’re on the road.

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Loch Water Bottles

Dhs150

LOCH is a family-owned, homegrown UAE brand focused on stylish and sustainable hydration. Once you try one of their insulated stainless steel water bottles, you will never go back. The water bottles keep liquids cold for 24 hours, hot for 12 hours, and have an easy-sip straw lid. It’s an easy way to stay hydrated, be more environmentally friendly, and look good while you’re doing it.

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Salt Bbq Kit

Dhs210

For when you get the campfire started, you can recreate Dubai’s favourite homegrown burgers with order Salt’s home BBQ kits. Make sure you’re hungry because the kit comes with everything you could possibly need: ten wagyu beef patties, slider buns, lettuce, cheese, jalapeños, pickles, chopped onions, tomato slices, three sauces (original, fire, BBQ sriracha), and salt & pepper mix.

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