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Visiting Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates


Atmospheric backstreets paint a very different picture to first impressions of Abu Dhabi. The often slick and modern capital of the U.A.E. presents a fascinating mixture of tradition and progression. Tracing its rich history back to around 3000 B.C., Abu Dhabi maintains a more distinctly Arabian ambiance than glitzy Dubai. Taxis are a safe, reliable way to get around sites such as The Corniche Park, the White Fort, the Heritage Village, which offers glimpses into Bedouin life, and the Women's... more » Atmospheric backstreets paint a very different picture to first impressions of Abu Dhabi. The often slick and modern capital of the U.A.E. presents a fascinating mixture of tradition and progression. Tracing its rich history back to around 3000 B.C., Abu Dhabi maintains a more distinctly Arabian ambiance than glitzy Dubai. Taxis are a safe, reliable way to get around sites such as The Corniche Park, the White Fort, the Heritage Village, which offers glimpses into Bedouin life, and the Women's Craft Centre. « less

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Traveler Reviews

Shangri-La Hotel Qaryat Al Beri Abu Dhabi

5 of 5 stars
Reykjavik, Iceland
Jul 17, 2009

We arrived mid-afternoon on 04 July for two nights. It’s difficult to fault anything in a Shangri-La hotel, and this new (late 2007) addition is no exception. At check-in we were advised that...more

Hilton Abu Dhabi Hotel

4 of 5 stars
melbourne, australia
Jul 17, 2009

The room was a good size, safe in room, free newspaper in the morning. Internet was expensive in the room but you can also pay a cheaper rate in the lobby. Roomservice food was surprisingly good. I...more

Beach Rotana - Abu Dhabi

Jul 15, 2009

Stayed at this property for two nights in April 2009. Called hotel for directions as there was so much construction in Abu Dhabi at the time. It turned out that one of the bellboys was helping the...more

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