Opened in late 2013 to mark 40 years of the UAE Central Bank, the UAE Currency Museum occupies a section of the ground floor in the Central Bank’s headquarters in the city of Abu Dhabi. Containing a wide range of exhibits that date to long before the nation’s union in 1971, the museum boasts a variety of paper notes, gold and silver

Abu Dhabi’s history is deeply connected to the sea, with the emirate being an archipelago made up of hundreds of islands. The Abu Dhabi Pearl Journey offers travellers an authentic look at the pearling industry in the Arabian Gulf, an industry that contributed to not just the economic growth of Abu Dhabi, but the whole of the UAE. Archaeologists have found

Speedy and savvy, the Saluki has been a hunting and guard dog for the desert people of the Arabian Peninsula for 5,000 years. Indigenous to the region, this dog’s fast pace, intelligence and loyalty make it a breed much beloved by the UAE people. The breed’s name comes either from the city of Saluk in the Hadhramaut region of Yemen, where the dog

The award-winning Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara, which lies amidst the towering dunes of the Liwa Desert at the entrance to the famed Empty Quarter (Rub al Khali), has a variety of memorable activities. These include desert walks, tours to the nearby Liwa Oasis, dawn yoga amid the dunes, camel trekking, desert drives, archery, fat biking on bicycles which have

If you're looking to spend a few fun hours indoors, bowling is a great option for the whole family. Abu Dhabi's biggest bowling alley is the reasonably priced Khalifa International Bowling Centre at Zayed Sports City, a huge sports complex with 40 lanes and one of the world's most modern alleys. There's also a video arcade, bumper cars and a

Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club Considered the UAE's best in terms of Olympic and ISSF (International Shooting Sport Federation) standards, this club is the place to be for beginners, corporate groups and experienced shooters. It offers a wide range of facilities, including a 25-metre pistol range, 50-metre rifle range and 10-metre air pistol and rifle ranges. All ranges are equipped

Fuel your day with adrenaline and experience Abu Dhabi motorsport at one of the emirate’s many race tracks. Challenge your friends and family in the driving seat of go-karts or witness the exhilarating on-track action! Ask anyone about where to enjoy motorsport in Abu Dhabi and they’ll lead you to Yas Marina Circuit, host of the Formula 1™ Etihad Airways

UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organisation, and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), today announced UFC’s much anticipated next championship event in Abu Dhabi on Saturday,26 October at the Etihad Arena. For UFC® 308, fan favourite Abu Dhabi Showdown Week is set to return to the UAE capital for a seven-day series of

Plantable paper, also known as seed paper, is a biodegradable paper embedded with seeds that can be planted to grow into plants. It’s a creative and eco-friendly alternative to traditional paper, offering various applications across different industries and purposes. Here are some common applications of plantable paper: Invitations and Greeting Cards: Plantable paper can be used to create invitations for weddings, birthdays,

In 2023, Louvre Abu Dhabi welcomed more than 1.2 million visitors, driven by a combination of factors including prominent exhibitions enhancing the museum’s permanent collection, increased visitation to the Children’s Museum, and unprecedented engagement with Louvre Abu Dhabi’s educational programs. Notably, various outdoor activities and activations held on the museum premises also played a significant role, contributing 10% to the