Abu Dhabi
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Abu Dhabi is the “Manhattan of the Middle East”, holidays in Abu Dhabi offer a blend of a rich Arabic past with a glinting, modern future. Once a quaint fishing village this vibrant city now boats glass-clad shopping malls and luxury hotels. Experience the magic of the Capital of the United Arab Emirates, a unique and captivating destination with all the attractions of a top class international resort. Ancient culture and heritage, superb leisure and recreational facilities and year round sunshine await you for your Arabian adventure!
The five star deluxe majestic Emirates Palace Hotel is located on over one kilometre of private white sandy beach and surrounded by 100 hectares of beautifully landscaped gardens. Each guest room and suite is a blend of contemporary Arabian regal splendour, where decoration includes gold leaf and marble - the Emirates Palace offers unparalleled luxury for the most sophisticated traveller. The hotel also boasts a large marina and exceptional swimming pools including a relaxation pool and one adventure pool with flowing currents and waterfalls.
5* Hilton Abu Dhabi on the beautiful Corniche overlooking the Arabian Gulf and just a short drive from downtown Abu Dhabi and the Marina Shopping Mall. Facilities include a good selection of bars and restaurants, a spa, gym, tennis court, sauna, pool and beach.
5* Intercontinental Abu Dhabi on one of the most idyllic beachfront locations in Abu Dhabi, only 5 minutes from the city centre. Situated on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, within lush gardens and the added benefit of its own private palm fringed island.
Health Club and gym offering state of the art equipment with breath taking views over the marina and islands.
5* Sheraton Abu Dhabi Resort & Towers is located in the city’s most prestigious neighbourhood, set in 15 acres of beautiful grounds and within walking distance of the shopping and commercial district. The hotel boasts ten top class restaurants and bars, offering a choice of Italian, Mexican, Seafood, Asian and Western flavours and the Zen-ith nightclub.
Moonlight Serenade Evening Dhow Cruise, from £40 per person
Take a 2 hour evening cruise aboard a traditional dhow, sail past Lulu Island and Abu Dhabi’s illuminated minarets, domes and towers, and enjoy a delicious barbecue followed by fragrant Arabic coffee.
Abu Dhabi Fact File
Flight time from the UK: Approx 7 hours.
GMT: +4 hours
Currency: UAE Dirhams.
Ramadan
13 September – 12th October (approx)
This is the Holy Month when Muslims commemorate the revelation of the Holy Quran, a month of fasting during daylight hours. Visitors are asked as a sign of respect to refrain from eating, drinking and smoking in public during daylight hours. Alcohol restrictions apply at hotels.
Weather
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
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| Temp (°C) | 24 | 25 | 28 | 32 | 37 | 39 | 41 | 40 | 39 | 35 | 31 | 26 |
| Rainfall (inches) | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
