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Abu Dhabi is a city of fusion. A region steeped in history and ancient civilisations has grown into one of the world’s most affluent areas. It’s an intoxicating mix between cultures with the rapid development and urbanisation presenting a startling contrast to what was once there. The United Arab Emirates is indeed a unique destination and could not have been more welcoming as our venue for the TRENDYGOLF spring/summer photo shoot.
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Yas Links, our host club, offered us some spectacular scenery and an ideal setting to put the clothing from many of the world’s leading brands through its paces. The golf course is exceptional, ranked number one in the Middle East and inside the top 50 in the world according to Golf Digest. It’s hard to argue with those rankings. Opened in 2010, the Kyle Phillipsdesigned course is just 15 minutes from the airport but is the first and only true links course in the Middle East.
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With sweeping fairways and jaw-dropping views, there is an extraordinary level of care and attention on the course, which presents a truly memorable experience to anyone who has had the pleasure of playing there. And there is plenty to attract, with superb facilities, including the nine-hole floodlit Academy course and Academy training centre. Located on Yas Island, there is a wealth of other world-class hotels, restaurants, and attractions nearby – but the Hotel
Yas Viceroy, is, quite simply, stunning. With the famous Formula One track passing through the hotel, it’s used to living life in the fast lane. But there is everything you need to throttle down for a relaxed break with infinity swimming pools, a state-of-the-art gym and a level of service and comfort, which is in keeping with Abu Dhabi’s standards. Our models took to the course to test out some of the very latest clothing in a variety of conditions. Much like Yas Links and Abu Dhabi, they passed the test with flying colours.