Fast cars? Check. Pristine beaches? Check. ROLLERCOASTERS? Check. And see those clouds outside? There's none of that where we're heading. Call us big kids, but with all that and the below, you can consider us sold on Abu Dhabi…
Dive: Pearl Diving
Soak up some culture with an Abu Dhabi pearl journey on a traditional dhow. Gliding over the Arabian Gulf, you’ll discover the importance of pearls to Emirati culture (divers used to spend up to four months at sea seeking out pearls), shuck an oyster (or two) and, if you’re lucky, come away with your very own pearl. abudhabipearljourney.com
Play: Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Unless you’re Jenson Button, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is the closest you’ll ever get to living the life of a Formula 1 driver. If you can't make November's Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, but have nerves of steel (or a strong faith in engineering), why not jump on the Formula Rossa? With a top speed of 149mph, it’s the fastest rollercoaster on the planet – so fast, in fact, that you need to wear protective goggles. They’re pretty fetching, TBH. ferrariworldabudhabi.com
Stay: Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi
For understated glamour check into the Park Hyatt Abu Dhabi, a tranquil retreat located on Saadiyat Island’s coast. The hotel adopts the ethos of 'less is more' – in glitzy terms anyway. That's not to say it forgoes luxuries – expect grey- and cream-coloured interiors, four swimming pools, a two-storey spa and 9km of beach to stroll on, with turquoise water and zero rain pretty much guaranteed. We're all zenned out just thinking about it. abudhabi.park.hyatt.com
