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World Abu Dhabi. With rides, simulators and live shows, it’ s ideal for fun-seeking families. But with Ferrari driving experiences and the world’ s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa, it also has lots to offer those big kids out there too!
3. The Beaches With low rainfall and almost daily sunshine throughout the year, you can see why Abu Dhabi is a sun-seeker’ s paradise. However, it’ s not only the weather that brings back beach lovers each year. Whether you’ re a family looking for fun or a couple looking for sun, Abu Dhabi has a beach to suit everybody. Corniche beach is an ideal option for families looking to spend a day together by the seaside. This large beach is close to many hotels, has life guards on duty and even has blue-flag status for its cleanliness and water quality. Saadiyat Island’ s 9km natural shore is lined by a gorgeous and peaceful white sandy beach, perfect for a day of relaxation. The island’ s beaches are also protected from development, preventing damage to the delicate sand dunes and the threatened hawksbill turtles that nest nearby. If you’ re not into relaxing and your idea of a day at the beach is active and entertaining, then take a drive to Yas Island. This stretch of white sand offers a huge amount of activities both off and on the water. Beach volleyball games occur throughout the day whilst sail boats, stand up paddle boards and kayaks pass by exploring the natural mangrove forests – you could even work out at the beach gym if you want to show off your muscles.
4. The Entertainment Abu Dhabi is known for the diversity of the islands that make up the Emirate but one area in particular usually
sticks in people’ s minds, especially if they’ re out to have fun. Whether day or night, Yas Island more than lives up to its reputation as entertainment capital of the UAE. It’ s perhaps most famous for the Yas Marina Circuit, home to the F1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Each November, world class drivers and their teams compete in one of the most exciting races on earth. Experiencing the thrill of a Formula One car zooming past you is a moment of a lifetime. The island is also home to the renowned Yas Marina, the immense Yas WaterWorld water park and an award winning championship golf course, Yas Links Abu Dhabi. During the evenings, Abu Dhabi’ s hotels have some of the liveliest entertainment and dining options. Renowned singers, dancers, comedians and illusionists offer shows to delight all audiences, especially during Abu Dhabi Summer Season. From July to September, there is an incredible and diverse entertainment programme on offer for adults and children alike.
5. The Hotels Some of the world’ s finest architects, designers and chefs have come together to create some sublime accommodation throughout Abu Dhabi. From the simple retreat of Traders Hotel to the unique opulence of the Emirates Palace; from the contemporary Beach Rotana to the classic Shangri-La, there is a stunning hotel suitable for you.
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