+971 4 392 6100 info@aoryx.ae

Holidays in Abu Dhabi Travel Guide

The Jewel of Arabia

Abu Dhabi is the Capital of the UAE, and the largest of the seven Emirates, constituting over 85% of the nation’s total land area. Named Middle East’s safest city in 2011 as well as being ranked as one of the top two cities in the Middle East for the quality of life, Abu Dhabi offers its cosmopolitan population the chance to pursue a very attractive lifestyle in a virtually crime-free environment. 

Enjoy holidays in Abu Dhabi – a city of pleasant surroundings, a variety of beautiful landscapes – of a waterfront bathed in the sun, abundant parks and tree-lined boulevards. It is also the location of the world’s largest sand dunes, whilst also being known as the Green State for its lush gardens and parks. In addition, there are nearly 200 islands around Abu Dhabi, some of which are home to the most natural untouched beaches in the region.

The city is a unique mix of traditional Arabian charm and cosmopolitan sophistication. Combined with its beautiful beaches, fantastic shopping and top international resorts Abu Dhabi City an ideal place to live, work or visit. The things to see and do are endless in Abu Dhabi with the vibrant capital bursting with the activity that includes world-famous museums, state-of-the-art theme parks, theatres, designer golf courses, spas, restaurants, shopping malls, luxurious hotels, sports and so much more.

What to do in Abu Dhabi

Sight & Attractions
The Desert Experience
The Rich Past of Abu Dhabi
Shopping Extravagance
Thrilling Nightlife
Mouthwatering Cuisines
Transport

Abu Dhabi is home to a myriad of stunning and world-famous tourist attractions and places of interest. Some of the most important ones that should not be missed are; 

The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is one of the world’s largest mosques, with a capacity for an astonishing 41,000 worshippers. It features 82 domes, over a 1,000 columns, 24-carat gold gilded chandeliers and the world’s largest hand-knotted carpet. Reflective pools surround the mosque, amplifying its beauty.

The world’s first Ferrari theme park and the largest attraction of its kind. Underneath the iconic red roof, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi tells the amazing tale of Ferrari through more than 20 exhilarating and fun-filled attractions which include Formula Rossa, the world’s faster rollercoaster.

The peace and solitude experienced at the inspiring Al Ain Oasis is something that should not be missed. Filled with palm plantation, the cool, shade walkways are a welcome haven from the heat and the hustle of the busy city. A place to unwind and feel truly at peace.

The Abu Dhabi Falcon Hospital is the world’s largest, and most advanced, falcon hospital. Its highlight is a falcon display museum as well as a facility with free-flying falcons.

Considered one of the most unique attractions in the world – The Camel Market at Al Ain is an excellent opportunity to witness the ‘ships of the desert’ up close.

In the headlong rush into the future, most of ancient Abu Dhabi is bygone. Created to give visitors a chance to experience the mythical and timeless beauty of the desert and traditional Bedouin lifestyle, the Arabian Nights Heritage Village is one of the top attractions of Abu Dhabi.

If there was only one thing to do in Abu Dhabi and one thing only, then the one thing you should do is a desert safari. Beyond the city of Dhabi lies several desert amazing locations. These include the famous Liwa oasis – home to sand dunes which go up to 300m, and the legendary Rub Al-Khali (Empty Quarter), the largest expanse of desert in the world. Either trekking on camel back, or attacking sand dunes at high speed on an adrenaline packed dune bashing drive, the desert provides the ultimate Arabian experience. Top it off by camping overnight in a traditional Bedouin camp.

Before the discovery of oil in the 1950s, most of Abu Dhabi consisted of palm frond huts. The modern city that you see today in Abu Dhabi only evolved over the past 30 years. A hurried dash to the future, Abu Dhabi city is now signified in an array of stunning skyscrapers contrasting with endless sandy beaches. Beneath this modern facade, lies a modest and intriguing culture – a way of life that has changed little despite the change in times. 

From the traditional dhow to the souks packed full of antiques and gold, the local culture of yesteryear is still very much evident. Domes and old-time minarets combine with shimmering skyscrapers to create a unique skyline. The cultural life of Abu Dhabi is entrenched in an extensive tradition of camel riding, trade, literary work and traditional artwork.

Abu Dhabi has a remarkable union of traditional and contemporary shopping destinations that cater to a cosmopolitan crowd. Most high-end international brands have their outlets in Abu Dhabi and there are also several markets selling locally crafted artifacts. From tasteful antique carpets in street bazaars to designer wear in glamorous shopping malls, Abu Dhabi is a shopper’s paradise.

For those who enjoy bargaining street bazaars or souks are the way to go. For the squanderer, high-end malls such as Marina Mall and Abu Dhabi Mall will leave you spoilt for choice.

The night clubs in Abu Dhabi add an immense vigor to the nightlife. With a plethora of discotheques, lounges, English bars and European wine bars – the energy is high with music and exotic beverages. Presumed to be the best is the Zenith bar, a favorite night out for many. Arabian style cafes with Shisha, the traditional Arabian smoking pot are also famous for unwinding after a long day.

Since the residents come from so many countries you can easily find out different cuisine of restaurants. The most important things is that the independent restaurants out side hotels are much cheaper and much specific. It is believed that you can enjoy the food with more cash comfortable than many countries.

Authentic and contemporary Chinese cuisine are available in the restaurant. This 4-floor restaurant is able to accommodate a total of 300 customers. The party hall and luxury Karaoke room are popularly occupied on the weekend.

In addition, Indian, Philipine and Arabic cuisines are also available in the restaurant, hence the party hall usually receive a number of internatioanl parties, particularly from Indian, Philipine and Arabic customers.

Abu Dhabi has a well-planned road system and getting around Abu Dhabi is easy. Taxis are reasonably priced and plentiful and can be flagged down at the roadside. Visitors who choose to rent a vehicle will find all major car rental companies in Abu Dhabi, plus a few extra. Abu Dhabi’s modern air-conditioned buses operate round-the-clock. The service is easy to use, with passengers hopping in and out of any bus by placing a one Dirham coin in the collection box next to the driver.

Arabian Oryx Travel & Tourism LLC
We are using cookies to give you the best experience. You can find out more about cookies & privacy in privacy settings.
AcceptPrivacy Settings

GDPR

  • Privacy Policy
  • Information Security

Privacy Policy

Arabian Oryx can collect and use Travel Agency Partner’s or it Guests’ & Customers’ personal details especially when they get in touch with us to enquire about our services or at the time of booking a tour package.

We collect the following personal information from you;

Contact Information such as name, gender, DoB, passport number, Email address

Billing Information such as credit card number and billing address

Unique Identifiers such as username, password and account number

Usage activity about how you interact with us such as booking history

As is true of most Web sites, we automatically gather information about your computer such as your IP

address, browser type, referring/exit pages, and operating system.

By submitting such details, you allow us to utilize your personal data for further relevant purpose.

The Travel Agency Partner’s or it Guests’ & Customers’ personal information collected via the website, Email or other sources is primarily used to confirm booking, authenticate credit card information, and process the payment. Apart from utilizing it for activities intended to improve the website’s performance, this information can also be submitted to airline or accommodation service provider, depending on their preferred service package.

Information Security

The security of your personal information is important to us. We follow generally accepted industry standards to protect the personal information submitted to us, both during transmission and once we receive it. The data provided for processing payment through payment gateway is encoded and transmitted using SSL (Secure Socket Layer) protocol, a system widely used to encrypt data automatically before transmitting it to us.

No method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage, is 100% secure. Therefore, we cannot guarantee its absolute security.

Arabian Oryx takes Travel Agency Partner’s or it Guests’ & Customers’ privacy concerns seriously and will not share their personal information without their consent. All credit/debit cards details and personally identifiable information will NOT be sold, shared, rented or leased to any third parties.

In order to obey a court order or safeguard the Arabian Oryx rights, we may have to disclose Travel Agency Partner’s or it Guests’ & Customers’ private details.

We take appropriate security measures to protect against unauthorized access to or unauthorized alteration, disclosure or destruction of data. These include internal reviews of our data collection, storage and processing practices and security measures, as well as physical security measures to guard against unauthorized access to systems where we store personal data.

We restrict access to personal information to our employees, partners and agents who need to know that information in order to operate, develop or improve our services. These individuals are bound by confidentiality obligations and may be subject to discipline, including termination and criminal prosecution, if they fail to meet these obligations.