5* Abu Dhabi stay with F1 Grand Prix tickets

Oil-rich Abu Dhabi has evolved from a simple fishing village to a luxurious metropolis dotted with show-stopping architecture, sumptuous hotels, high-end restaurants and palace-like shopping malls, as well as untouched desert and sandy beaches.

Its standout must-see is the extravagant Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an architectural marvel with 80 domes, over 1,000 columns, gold-plated chandeliers and the world’s largest hand woven carpet. Equally impressive is the five-mile long Corniche, an immaculate beachfront boulevard with walkways, cycle paths, cafés, restaurants and sweeping sandy beach.  Close by are the sprawling swathes of the Mangrove National park, a real haven for nature lovers and a fun place for kayaking.

In addition, nearly 200 low-lying islands grace Abu Dhabi’s extensive coastline including Yas Island, a paradise packed with entertainment including a Formula One Grand Prix track, world-famous theme parks (Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros.