{"id":7786,"date":"2022-10-21T15:39:57","date_gmt":"2022-10-21T15:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/expedia.blog.ca.local\/spend-a-winter-youll-never-forget-in-abu-dhabi\/"},"modified":"2022-10-21T15:39:57","modified_gmt":"2022-10-21T15:39:57","slug":"spend-a-winter-youll-never-forget-in-abu-dhabi","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.expedia.ca\/stories\/spend-a-winter-youll-never-forget-in-abu-dhabi\/","title":{"rendered":"Spend A Winter You\u2019ll Never Forget In Abu Dhabi"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Abu Dhabi is more than just the capital of the UAE; it\u2019s an ultra-modern city where big desert, epic adventure, and next-level luxury come together to offer the perfect getaway. Looking for fine dining? You\u2019ll find it on helipads, in revolving restaurants, and beneath a blanket of a million twinkling stars. Searching for the perfect gift? Look no further than the soaring Marina Mall and the traditional souks of the Central Market. Whatever you\u2019re looking for \u2013 big or small, relaxing or invigorating \u2013 you\u2019ll find it in Abu Dhabi.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Culture and heritage<\/h3>\n\n\nAbu Dhabi has come a long way since its days as a sleepy fishing village, and today the city is one of the world\u2019s most exciting and energetic metropolises \u2013 and one that\u2019s often navigated by supercar. That doesn\u2019t mean its lost sight of its past, though, and you can explore the city\u2019s traditional culture and heritage at Heritage Village, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, and Qasr al Hosn (The Palace Fort). <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Sky, sand and sea<\/h3>\n\n\nOne of the most astonishing things about the glass-and-steel city is the magnificent world that lays on its doorstep. This is a place of camels and soaring skyscrapers; of endless sand dunes and world-class beaches; of wildlife parks, lake camps, safaris, and helicopter tours. In other words, Abu Dhabi is a city of contrasts. Can\u2019t decide between a city break, a beach break, or a desert break? No need to choose \u2013 you can do it all on one epic getaway. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Luxury<\/h3>\n\n\nAbu Dhabi has carved out a reputation for being one of the world\u2019s great luxury spots, and it\u2019s a reputation that\u2019s well earned. The glittering Corniche is a huge attraction, bringing breezy California style (and plenty of drifting Lamborghinis) to the emirate. For a more opulent look at the city, book a stay at a private island retreat, play a round of golf and dolphin watch at Saadiyat Island, go glamping at Jebel Hafit Desert Park, and catch an F1™ race on Yas Island. Your Instagram will never know what hit it. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Desert and outdoor activities<\/h3>\n\n\nThe great outdoors offers the chance to slip into another world in Abu Dhabi. Here, you can bash along the dunes in a roaring 4×4, surf the desert on a sandboard, and spot African lions and white rhinos on a safari. For something more relaxing, you can work on your golf game, set sail in the Arabian Gulf, and explore the Liwa Forts. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Shopping<\/h3>\n\n\nThere\u2019s a shopping experience for every taste in Abu Dhabi. Looking for hand-woven clothes, ceramics, and the perfect souvenir? Then stop by Heritage Village, which not only functions as an epicentre for traditional goods, but acts as an open-air museum. Lovers of all things luxury should make haste for Galleria Al Maryah Island, which caters to high-end haute couture houses. Families, meanwhile, can find their happy place at the Marina Mall, which not only offers over 400 brands, but is home to an ice rink, a cinema, and a bowling alley. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Dining experiences<\/h3>\n\n\nDon\u2019t just grab a bite when you\u2019re in Abu Dhabi \u2013 grab hold of your seat and get ready for an adventure. You can enjoy innovative dishes from world-class chefs, high-end high teas, and sunset cocktails on rooftop terraces \u2013 but that\u2019s just the start of your culinary journey. Get ready to dive into barbecue in a Bedouin camp in the desert; dig into Japanese-Cuban dishes while taking in views across the Corniche; enjoy brunch while spotting yachts at Yas Marina; and soaking up spectacular views in a revolving restaurant. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Adventure and theme parks<\/h3>\n\n\nYou won\u2019t have to look far to find adventure for the whole family. Visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi to enjoy a motorsport-themed entertainment complex, and head to Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi to get up close to characters from Looney Tunes, DC Comics and more. If you\u2019re looking for a different kind of wildlife, visit the National Aquarium, the largest aquarium in the Middle East. If that\u2019s not enough, find your way to Yas Island to hit the rollercoasters, hit the road at the Yas Marina Circuit, and hit the wall at CLYMB Abu Dhabi. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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Beaches<\/h3>\n\n\nLooking for powder-soft white sands in reach of the city? How about a remote island with thousands of free-roaming animals, or a private island where you can literally swing over the sea? You\u2019re in luck \u2013 Abu Dhabi\u2019s got it. The year-round sunshine makes Saadiyat Beach a must-visit in winter \u2013 and its luxurious beach club offers a respite from the everyday. Corniche Beach is a Blue Flag public beach with a promenade that\u2019s just begging to be explored with kids, while Zaya Nurai Island is a private island resort that\u2019s just a 12-minute boat ride from Saadiyat Island. <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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