Abu Dhabi Luxury Holidays

Abu Dhabi offers a fascinating mixture of modern city life and traditional culture. Located just off the mainland on an island in the Arabian Gulf, the Emirati capital will enrich the senses with the smells of shisha cafés, the sounds of haggling in the souks, and the contrasting sights of skyscrapers next to classical mosques. Abu Dhabi is certainly succeeding in pushing boundaries with impressive architecture and spectacular landmarks, and once you visit this fascinating city, you’ll want to return again and again.

See the sights

With so much to see and do in Abu Dhabi, you’ll need at least a few days to cover the main attractions. Featured on the must-see list are iconic landmarks such as Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the Abu Dhabi Louvre, the UAE Pavilion and the Emirates Palace. Meanwhile, traditional examples of architecture range from the Zayed Centre, Abu Dhabi Heritage Village, Al Maqta Fort and Watchtower, as well as the first building to be established in Abu Dhabi - Qasr Al Hosn fort. There’s a whole host of interesting museums and art galleries on offer too.  

Just a short trip from the city is the Mangrove National Park on the northeast coast. This tranquil area is brimming with wildlife, such as turtles, shrimps, migrating birds and several fish species.

Beaches and activities

The city is lucky enough to have water on all sides, and 5 star Abu Dhabi hotels make the best of every beach. Corniche Beach provides wonderful vistas across the sea and is the ideal place for an evening stroll along the promenade. Other popular areas include the pristine sands of Saadiyat Beach with its nearby nature sanctuary, and the lively Yas Beach, where you can enjoy a cold beer while relaxing in a cabana.

There’s plenty for thrill-seekers too. To get your adrenaline-fix, you can drive around the Formula One circuit or ride on the fastest rollercoaster in the world at Ferrari World. Abu Dhabi offers a wide range of water activities, from kayaking and sailing to sunset cruises. Alternatively, explore the desert with a camel ride across the dunes or go on an evening safari followed by a campfire dinner under the starlit skies.

A shopper’s delight

All Abu Dhabi luxury holidays should include a spot retail therapy, and the city certainly has a lot to offer shoppers. Haggle with traders in the traditional souks, where you can browse everything from hand-woven carpets, silks, jewellery, copper pots and pans. Alternatively, head to one of the many modern malls, where boutique stores house the latest fashion and accessories.

On Yas Island, the market is the perfect place to see local crafts, while the World Trade Centre Souk is on the site of the original Abu Dhabi souk and is well worth a visit. For a truly unique sight, take a trip to Madinet Zayed Shopping and Gold Centre, where all of Abu Dhabi’s glittering gold shops are housed under the same roof.

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