NewsBite

Advertisement

Abu Dhabi

A landmark takes shape .. the exterior of Guggenheim Abu Dhabi

This city is about to give Dubai a real run for its dirhams

Abu Dhabi is at last set to compete with its glitzier neighbour Dubai, with its incredible new cultural district finally near completion.

  • Anthony Dennis
The business suites offer a “hotel in the sky” feeling.

This business class seat is a perfect ‘hotel in the sky’

This is one snug designer cubbyhole even if the unusual backwards-facing aspect of the seat takes a little getting used to.

  • Anthony Dennis
Take in Abu Dhabi’s futuristic architecture as you sail into Zayed Port.

Port guide: Abu Dhabi, UAE

It might be the conservative cousin of Dubai, but wealthier Abu Dhabi has rolled out ambitious tourism and cultural projects, and is a sight to behold.

  • Brian Johnston
Terminal A … energy efficient lighting and air-conditioning systems.

Ten years late, gigantic terminal at stopover airport finally opens

Abu Dhabi’s much-delayed 742,000-square metre terminal is among the biggest in the world but it’s the tech that sets the new benchmark.

  • Julietta Jameson
Economy seats on Etihad's Boeing 777s flying from Melbourne haven't been upgraded to match the improved seats on the airline's Dreamliners.

Airline review: Older plane offers extra space in economy (if you choose wisely)

Flying an Etihad Dreamliner, rather than this older Boeing 777, is a better option - unless you can nab one of these seats.

  • Craig Platt
Advertisement
There's more to Abu Dhabi than glitzy buildings.

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, things to do: Travel tips from an expert expat

Abu Dhabi is not just another Dubai. There's a soul and history to Abu Dhabi that's worth exploring.

  • Belinda Jackson
St Regis Saadiyat Island ticks all the boxes.

St Regis Saadiyat Island review, Abu Dhabi: Luxury on the best beach in the UAE

Location, service, fine food, and a beach thrown in – St Regis Saadiyat Island ticks all the boxes.

  • Ute Junker
Abu Dhabi's most memorable building: The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque.

Abu Dhabi things to do: The emirate is worth more than one stopover

A first-time visitor discovers plenty of surprises

  • Ute Junker
Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal 3.

Airport review: Terminal 3, Abu Dhabi International Airport

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.

  • Belinda Jackson
Etihad Airways' business offering from Abu Dhabi includes a dedicated check-in facility for business passengers.

Airline review: Etihad Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, business class, Abu Dhabi to Sydney

An outstanding inflight experience, with a leather amenities pouch so stylish, the reviewer is going to use it as a clutch bag.

  • Ute Junker

Original URL: https://www.theage.com.au/traveller/topic/abu-dhabi-lev