YOUR 24 HOURS / December
Words by Natalia Maiboroda
Publicity pictures and
by Natalia Maiboroda
Abu Dhabi IN 24 HOURS
IT’S OUR BIRTHDAY.
BUT YOU GET ALL THE AMAZING GIFTS!
Fly to
Abu Dhabi
from
139
€
one way
With family-friendly beaches, splendid modern
architecture, and a great variety of entertainment,
Abu Dhabi is a great place to escape winter.
A CLASSIC NOT TO MISS
This November, the Louvre Abu Dhabi celebrated its first
anniversary. Designed by Pritzker Prize-winning French
architect Jean Nouvel to host artwork by the world’s
greatest artists, its white walls and impressive metal
dome contrasts with the surrounding azure waters.
Saadiyat Cultural District, Saadiyat Island
louvreabudhabi.ae
Bed linen, down quilts,
bathrobes – and enough
pillows for you to win
a pillow fi ght.
WHERE TO STAY
If you’re looking for isolation in the city full of skyscrapers,
Eastern Mangroves Hotel & Spa by Anantara is a great
option. This five-star retreat is only ten minutes from
downtown, but it’s hidden in a tranquil and picturesque part
of Abu Dhabi. The exceptional view of the mangroves is the
last thing you expect to find in the Emirati capital.
For free!
Eastern Mangroves, Al Salam Street
anantara.com/en/eastern-mangroves-abu-dhabi
WHERE TO SHOP
One of the places to find great souvenirs is Abu Dhabi Central
Market. Situated on one of the oldest sites in the city, this brand-
new shopping mall built by Foster + Partners is a modern ver-
sion of a traditional Arabic market. Here you can find not only
high-end boutiques but also stalls with local crafts and foods.
Hamdan Street
WHY NOT?
The city hosts the world’s first and largest falcon hospital
in the world. The clinic with world-class facilities
provides healthcare to more than 11,000 birds annually
and is also open to the public. Take a tour and learn about
feather implanting, falcon pedicures, and much more.
Sweihan Road, Al Shamkha
falconhospital.com
Courtesy of Anantara Eastern Mangroves hotel
WHERE TO DINE
Escape the crowds and head in the direction of
Marina Mall to the Mirage Marine restaurant.
Local families love this place for its calm and relaxed
atmosphere, shisha, and excellent Arabic and
Italian cuisine. The terrace offers an amazing view
overlooking the Arabian Gulf and the Emirates
Palace, the most luxurious hotel in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi, Al Ras Al Akhdar, Breakwater, Al Kareem Mosque,
Corniche Road
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Our iconic blue check is turning 40. To celebrate, you’ll receive
gifts worth up to 7,000 Euro* when you choose a bed in the
strictly limited BLUE CHECK ANNIVERSARY EDITION.
Go to hastens.com to check out all bed models and gift package options,
fi nd a local dealer, and order our new eye-opening catalog. Off er valid
while stocks last.
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* Example of a complimentary package: Hästens 2000T comes with 8 sets of Hästens bed linen (Stitch, Hästar, Vippvallmo, Original Blue Check), 2 Hästens bathrobes,
2 Hästens pillows 2000T, and 2 Hästens eco-medium/light deluxe down quilts. Value: 5,208 Euro.