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With three diverse destinations in just one Emirate, Abu Dhabi is a truly extraordinary destination. It is a destination where respect for the past informs the present and shapes the future. This is a diverse emirate with desertscapes, oases, mountain heights, fabulous beaches, warm, clear waters, desert islands, an ancient heritage city and a modern, cosmopolitan capital city. It’s a destination of historic buildings, thrilling headline attractions, engaging tours and a packed calendar of headline events covering the arts, culture, sports, concerts and trade shows. Abu Dhabi is an extraordinary destination which will exceed your expectations. ABU DHABI AL AIN REGION AL DHAFRA REGION Abu Dhabi is a destination of near year-round blue skies and stunning white sand beaches. Not-to-be-missed attractions such as the awe-inspiring Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, the theme park and entertainment venues of Yas Island, and the recently opened Louvre Abu Dhabi in Saadiyat Island’s cultural district are complemented by a diverse selection of headline-grabbing events, luxurious island getaways, unique lifestyle experiences and a selection of magnificent hotels and resorts. With state-of-the-art conference facilities, a permanent cruise terminal and world-class infrastructure, there is plenty to see and do in Abu Dhabi. Al Ain - the Oasis City - is the emirate’s heritage heartland and one of the world’s oldest continually inhabited settlements. It is home to UNESCO-inscribed World Heritage sites, a wealth of forts, oases, historic buildings and archaeological sites, and is a showcase of the country’s unique heritage and history. Set among mountain heights, lush oases and towering palm plantations, the city also boasts a range of accommodation and conference options, an adventure water park and an award-winning zoo and wildlife park. Al Dhafra is blessed with geographic diversity and natural desert, beach, oasis and island landscapes. Rich in wildlife and safari experiences, Sir Bani Yas Island is the emirate’s ‘nature’ destination and is popular for escape-from-it-all retreats and with cruise passengers, who can call at the Arabian Gulf’s only dedicated cruise beach. Head inland and you’ll find some of our luxurious desert resorts nestled between some of the world’s highest dunes in the vast Rub Al Khali desert, which welcome guests to one of the most stunning settings on Earth. A cosmopolitan capital Our heritage heartland The desert meets the sea Where will you start your extraordinary Abu Dhabi story?