ABU DHABI DO’ S AND DONT’ S
If you are going to Abu Dhabi, here are some pointers that might help:
DO’ S
• Check with skyscanner or one of their competitors for the best deals on direct flights – you can make some big savings here.
• The local currency is the UAE dirham, for best rates contact your local bank
• Must see Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
• Check out the impressive Emirates Palace
• Must try the Friday or Saturday Brunch in the Westin
• Bike ride on the Corniche followed by dinner in one of the many beach-side restaurants
• Sundowners in Turquoiz Beach lounge at St Regis, Saadiyat Island Resort
• Ferrari World for the Fastest Rolling Coaster in the World, 0km- 240km
• Yas Waterworld – do check for Ladies nights details as some hours are for ladies only
• Yas Mall, a centre for all shopping enthusiasts
• Check out the Grand Prix Track on one of their Bike Nights open to the public.
DON’ TS
• Unless you can handle the heat, book from October to April
• Although it is not as strict as other Muslim Countries, it is respectful for ladies to cover their shoulders when in public areas, Shopping Malls, Mosques etc.
• The sale of alcohol is prohibited in public restaurants not associated with hotels or Licensed premises.
• Don’ t forget to ensure your passport is 6 months in date of your return journey home.
• Don’ t forget to ask your hotel about the Yas Shuttle Service which services most of the Island’ s attractions.
WEB LINKS TO FEATURED HOTELS AND GOLF COURSES:
Yes Links www. yaslinks. com
Westin Abu Dhabi www. westinabudhabigolfresort. com or www. adgolfclub. com
Saadiyat Beach Golf Club www. sbgolfclub. ae
Accommodation: www. viceroyhotelsandresorts. com / en / abudhabi
www. westinabudhabigolfresort. com
Tourist Board: www. visitabudhabi. ae
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