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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Abu Dhabi is the capital of the United Arab Emirates, as well as its largest and most developed territory. When spending time in Abu Dhabi, you can expect towering skyscrapers, upscale resorts, high-end shopping malls, pristine beaches, and a number of attractive golf courses. Their public transportation system of buses and taxis can bring you to some of the city’s most popular landmarks. Aside from the usual tourist attractions, Abu Dhabi is a fabulous city to have many unique experiences. For example, you can drive race cars, ride a camel through the desert, go on wild safaris, and of course, learn about the local culture and traditions.
The "best time" time to visit Abu Dhabi is pretty broad, as it depends on what kind of experience you’re looking for. The weather is at its best between December and March, but if you choose to travel in the spring or fall, you can still enjoy pleasant weather without the peak crowds.
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Destinations for Cruises from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Cruise Lines with Cruises from Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
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Mainstream Cruise Lines
Value is a key feature of these popular cruise lines, as they offer lots of activities, entertainment and dining options, along with a variety of stateroom types. Some of the cruise lines in this category have ships with unique innovations like water slides, rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks, surfing simulators, bowling alleys, and boardwalks.
Their ships are usually anywhere from mid-sized to very large "mega" ships, accommodating thousands of guests. These ships give the feel of being in a large resort.
Mainstream cruise lines are a great option for just about everyone (including multi-generation families, and first-time cruisers), and typically have great youth programs.
During the cruise, entertainment may include Broadway productions, Vegas-style shows, comedians, and music. Some of these lines have select formal nights during the cruise. Specialty restaurants are becoming more and more common (some which have a cover charge for this type enhanced dining experience). Buffets are usually available throughout the day, besides room service, and the main dining room(s).
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Luxury Cruise Lines
When the finest cruise vacation is your top priority, this is the place to start.
On a luxury cruise line, guests experience highly personalized service, a more intimate (and usually formal) onboard experience, gourmet cuisine, well-appointed accommodations, and fantastic amenities. Many of these brands have smaller ships, allowing them to reach ports of call that the larger ships can't, which results in unique itineraries.
All of these brands feature a version of all-inclusive pricing, and some of them have ships with all-suite accommodations. Although these cruise lines are usually more expensive than the rest, they also provide their guests with so much more, resulting in a fantastic value when considering all that's included.
Celestyal Cruises is an award-winning, all-inclusive Greece-based cruise line whose mission is to provide you with authentic European experiences. With itineraries specific to the Eastern Mediterranean and Greek Islands, you can expect to discover complete immersion in Greek culture through unforgettable shore excursions, authentic Greek cuisine, and more! Offering both short cruises (3 to 4 nights) and weeklong voyages (7 to 14 nights), Celestyal Cruises’ two mid-sized ships, Celestyal Journey and Celestyal Discovery, are small enough to provide you with personalized service, and big enough to provide you with fine food, comfortable accommodations, and all the amenities of large ocean liners (like swimming pools, a gym, casino, shops, youth clubs, and more).
Costa Cruises enjoys the reputation of being Europe’s number one cruise line. This Italian company has a large fleet that sails Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe, South America, Asia, Indian Ocean, Middle East, Baltic and Russia, and Transatlantic itineraries. Spa accommodations are available on several of the newer Costa ships, and there are a wide range of things to do as you Cruise Italian Style with them.
MSC Cruises is the world's third-largest cruise line with a strong and growing presence in North America and is committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. With 23 ships and over 250 destinations to choose from, guests can enjoy beautifully designed ships with a diverse guest mix. MSC Cruises sails year-round from Miami, Orlando (Port Canaveral), New York City, and Galveston starting November 2025. Many itineraries include late-night and overnight stays at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, the only private island marine reserve in The Bahamas. For guests wanting privacy and luxury, most U.S. ships offer the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive sanctuary at the top of the ship only accessible by key card. MSC Cruises is a great vacation choice for families, with many activities and expansive kids' clubs for kids of all ages. In April 2025, MSC Cruises' newest flagship, MSC World America, will sail from Miami to the Caribbean. Beauty and discovery await with MSC Cruises.
The six small to mid-size ships in Regent Seven Seas' award-winning six-star fleet include the intimate all-suite Seven Seas Navigator, the all-suite, all-balcony sister ships Mariner and Voyager, the all-suite, all-balcony Explorer and Splendor, and the recently introduced Grandeur. Regardless of which ship you choose, you're going to be on a luxurious vessel that's staffed with an ultra-attentive staff and a gourmet all-inclusive setup, in which gratuities, as well as select wines and spirits, are included.
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Things to do near Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
These are just a few of the more popular tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi, along with a brief description:
♦ Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
When spending time in Abu Dhabi, a visit to the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is an absolute must! Not only does it rank as one of the largest (and most beautiful) mosques in the world, but it also showcases a multi-cultural blend of architecture unlike anything you’ve ever seen. This mosque is free to enter and guided tours are available so you can learn more about its construction, architecture, and historical insights. Please note that there is a strict dress code to enter the mosque, so if you plan to visit, ensure that you pack accordingly.
♦ Yas Island
Located just 30 minutes from the city, Yas Island is a huge tourist attraction with many exciting highlights, including the Yas Marina Circuit. The Circuit hosts the annual Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and you can also sign up to test out the track yourself! Another highlight is the Yas Marina, which overlooks the circuit and accommodates super yachts from all over the world. Families can enjoy Yas Waterworld, which features over 30 rides, including a number of exciting thrill-rides that adrenaline junkies will love! There’s also an 18-hole golf course, a giant mall, and a beach where you can simply kick back and enjoy the sunny weather.
♦ Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
If Yas Island doesn’t provide you with enough thrills, you might consider stopping by Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. This giant award-winning indoor amusement complex features the world’s fastest roller coaster (Formula Rossa), as well as a few other thrilling coasters, go-karts, simulator rides, and family-friendly rides. Visitors even have the opportunity to drive a Ferrari! This is another great activity for families, large groups, and adrenaline junkies who love to go fast!
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