An expert expat's travel tips for Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is not just another Dubai. There's a soul and history to Abu Dhabi that's worth exploring.
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Location, service, fine food, and a beach thrown in – St Regis Saadiyat Island ticks all the boxes.
Why Abu Dhabi requires more than one stopover
A first-time visitor discovers plenty of surprises
Airport review: Abu Dhabi's major hub is still waking up
Terminal 3 is dedicated solely to Etihad flights, while T1 and T2 are for the other airlines. You'd think the government would therefore splash out on this terminal, but the décor is a positively utilitarian grey.
Airline review: Service is usually good, but this inflight experience is outstanding
An outstanding inflight experience, with a leather amenities pouch so stylish, the reviewer is going to use it as a clutch bag.
Airline review: Freebies for economy passengers make this flight a winner
Free flight changes, free COVID-19 insurance and even a free ticket to Dubai Expo come with this economy fare.
Airline review: Generous, efficient crew smooth this eye-curling departure time
And any chance to lie flat on a long-haul flight is a pleasure.
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Its neighbour and rival in the United Arab Emirates, Dubai, may be better known, but Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a high-profile tourism destination too. Home to the 'seven star' hotel, the Emirates Palace, the world's only Ferrari theme park (featuring the world's fastest roller-coaster) and with plans for both a Louvre and Guggenheim museum, Abu Dhabi is putting itself on the map for travellers.
