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THEME PARKS Visiting theme parks is a favourite pastime of people of all ages, all around the world.

From parks with record-breaking roller coasters to those based on books, movies or inspired by toys, theme parks have long been the perfect place for those looking to get their adrenaline pumping.

In this issue we shine the spotlight on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s emerging entertainment destination that’s home to no new fewer than three world class theme parks – here’s looking at Yas Waterworld, Ferrari World and Warner Bros World, which is scheduled to open its doors on 25 July 2018 -– and round up the very best theme parks on the planet.

Keep reading to discover the cream of the crop.

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✶ ASIA TOKYO DISNEYLAND JAPAN Tokyo Disneyland is a theme park based on the films produced by Walt Disney. It opened in 1983 as the first Disney theme park outside of the United States.

Modelled aer Disneyland in California and the Magic Kingdom in Florida, Tokyo Disneyland is made up of seven themed lands and features seasonal decorations and parades. www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en

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âœś ASIA TOKYO DISNEYSEA JAPAN Tokyo DisneySea is a fantasy theme park in Tokyo Disney Resort that is unique to Japan.

Inspired by the myths and legends of the sea, Tokyo DisneySea is made up of seven themed ports of call: Mediterranean Harbor, Mysterious Island, Mermaid Lagoon, Arabian Coast, Lost River Delta, Port Discovery and American Waterfront.

While suitable for all ages, Tokyo DisneySea was designed to appeal to a more grown up audience. The park addresses the Japanese visitors' strong interest in good food by providing a wider selection of table service restaurants than Tokyo Disneyland and by serving alcohol (which isn’t available at the neighbouring park.) www.tokyodisneyresort.jp/en

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✶ ASIA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS JAPAN Universal Studios Japan (USJ) was the first theme park under the Universal Studios brand to be built in Asia. Opened in March 2001 in the Osaka Bay Area, the theme park occupies an area of 39 hectares and is the most visited amusement park in the Land of the Rising Sun. aer Tokyo Disney Resort.

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✶ ASIA CHIMELONG OCEAN KINGDOM CHINA Located at Chimelong International Ocean Resort in Hengqin, Zhuhai, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is a large aquarium that allows guests to view the rare whale shark, beluga whales, polar bears and other animals up close.

Explore fun-filled themed zones, visit exotic animal exhibits, challenge yourself on exhilarating rides and immerse yourself in spectacular theatre shows. There’s also large outdoor events such as the float parade and an incredible fireworks finale over the Hengqin Ocean to enjoy. oceankingdomint.chimelong.com/Oceankingdom/EN/ab out/index.shtml

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✶ ASIA LOTTE WORLD SOUTH KOREA This fabulous theme park, the largest indoor theme park in the world, is filled with thrilling rides, an ice rink and different kinds of parades, as well as a folk museum, a lake, accommodations, department stores and more.

Visitors can enjoy watching parades, numerous films, laser shows, and tasting a variety of international cuisines year-round. www.loeworld.com

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✶ ASIA EVERLAND SOUTH KOREA Everland entertains visitors all year long with various rides, festivals, and theme areas.

One of the park’s most famous rides is TExpress, Korea’s first wooden roller coaster, popular among young visitors. www.everland.com

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✶ ASIA HONG KONG DISNEYLAND HONG KONG Enter a magical kingdom inspired by fairytale dreams and explore seven lands – Adventureland, Grizzly Gulch, Mystic Point, Toy Story Land, Fantasyland, Tomorrowland and Main Street, U.S.A. – filled with beauty, excitement and Disney Characters.

www.hongkongdisneyland.com

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✶ ASIA OCEAN PARK HONG KONG Opened in 1977, Ocean Park Hong Kong is a marine-life theme park featuring animals, thrill rides and shows. It is located on the southern side of Hong Kong Island, with an area of more than 915,000 square metres.

The two major aractions areas, the Waterfront and the Summit, are connected by the Cable Car and Ocean Express funicular train. www.oceanpark.com.hk

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✶ ASIA NAGASHIMA SPA LAND JAPAN Nagashima Spa Land is a major amusement park in Kuwana, Japan, compromising five main leisure facilities: the Nagashima Spaland amusement park, a water park, a hot spring complex, an outlet shopping mall and a flower park named Nabana no Sato.

www.nagashima-onsen.co.jp

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✶ ASIA SHANGHAI DISNEYLAND CHINA The first Disney resort in Mainland China features classic Disney storytelling and characters with all-new experiences tailored specifically for the people of China.

Shanghai Disney Resort is home to two themed hotels, a large shopping, dining and entertainment district with a Broadwaystyle theatre, Wishing Star Park and other outdoor recreation areas.

It offers something for everyone - thrilling adventures, lush gardens where guests can relax together, and enriching interactive experiences, all with the world-class guest service that Disney is known for around the globe.

On 26 April 2018, Shanghai Disneyland opened its seventh themed land, Disney•Pixar Toy Story Land. www.shanghaidisneyresort.com

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✶ ASIA FANTAWILD ADVENTURE CHINA The emphasis at Wuhu Fantawild Adventure is on technology and science fiction. Set over 125 sqkm of land and water, the park has a wealth of rides, games, challenges, audio-visual exhibits, eating spots and play areas for adults and kids.

Zip around on the space-themed roller coasters and take part in a simulated space shule launch, learning about the science behind some of humankind's greatest achievements. There’s also a Mayan discovery park and a large scale water park, with a giant multi-cascade water curtain. www.fantawild.com

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✶ ASIA HAPPY VALLEY SHANGHAI CHINA Happy Valley, which opened its doors to the public in 2009, is a Shanghai theme park with seven main themes: Sunshine Beach, Happy Times, Typhoon Bay, Gold Mine Town, Ant Kingdom, Shanghai Beach and Shangrila Woods.

www.fantawild.com

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✶ ASIA HAPPY VALLEY CHENGDU CHINA Covering an area of 470,000 sqm , Happy Valley Chengdu is a large modern theme park offering 130 different games. The park is also famous for its high octane shows featuring acrobatic displays.

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✶ ASIA HAPPY VALLEY SHENZHEN CHINA The Shenzhen outpost of Happy Valley features nine themed areas: Spanish Square, Magic Castle, Mt. Adventure, Gold Mine Town, White Shangri-la, Typhoon Bay, Sunshine Beach, Happy Time and Playa Maya Water Park, the only water park in Asia to be awarded the international “Industry Innovation Award” by World Water Parks Association.

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✶ ASIA HAPPY VALLEY BEIJING CHINA Beijing’s biggest theme park, Happy Valley (one of four theme parks in the brand’s chain) opened in China’s capital back in 2006. The park is composed of six theme parks including Firth Forest, Atlantis, Aegean Sea, Lost Maya, Shangri-La and Ant Kingdom.

bj.happyvalley.cn

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✶ ASIA CHIMELONG PARADISE CHINA This world-class amusement park features amusement rides, parades and performances, stunt shows, shops and a plethora of dining options.

Be warned: the roller coasters are stomachchurning, so much so there is a designated ‘vomit bin’ position at the exit of several rollercoasters. int.chimelong.com/en_US/GZ

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✶ ASIA WINDOW OF THE WORLD CHINA Shenzen’s Window of the World is a 480,000-square-metre miniature 'global village' theme park where visitors can see 130 famous landmarks in one day.

See the Statue of Liberty and Sydney Harbour Bridge before lunch and then take in the Trevi Fountain and Eiffel Tour in the aernoon.

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✶ ASIA CHANGZHOU DINOSAUR PARK CHINA As its name suggests, The Changzhou Dinosaur Park is a huge dinosaur themed amusement park that’s situated an hour and a half outside Shanghai by train.

The theme park boasts amusement rides, entertainment shows, a water park, playgrounds, a dinosaur museum and of course, scale replicas of dinosaurs. www.cnkly.com/index.html

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✶ ASIA OCT EAST CHINA Overseas Chinese Town East (OCT East) is a large ecological resort compromising two theme parks, three scenic towns, four resort hotels, two 18-hole golf courses, Hua Xing Temple and Tianlu mansion.

www.octeast.com

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✶ ASIA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS SINGAPORE Go beyond the screen and Ride The Movies™ at Universal Studios Singapore. Experience cuing-edge rides, shows, and aractions based on your favourite blockbuster films and television series, including Puss In Boots’ Giant Journey, Balestar Galactica: HUMAN vs. CYLON™, TRANSFORMERS The Ride: The Ultimate 3D Bale, Jurassic Park Rapids Adventure™, Sesame Street Spaghei Space Chase and more.

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✶ ASIA SONGCHENG PARK CHINA Song Dynasty Town (Songcheng) is the largest theme park in Hangzhou, featuring the cultural characteristics of the Song Dynasty (960 - 1279 AD).

The theme park is divided into three fields, Performing Songcheng, High-tech Songcheng, and Cultural Songcheng. www.songcn.com

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✶ CARIBBEAN KOOL RUNNINGS ADVENTURE PARK JAMAICA Kool Runnings Adventure Park offers an exciting mix of family entertainment and excitement unlike anywhere else in Jamaica.

The Water Park includes ten thrilling water slides, children’s interactive play area, leisure river and wave pool. Admission includes unlimited access to the water slides.

The Adventure Zone is one adrenaline rush aer another with paintball, outdoor lazer kombat, go-karts, Jamboo raing, kool kanoe adventure and kayaking. The park also has culinary-heritage and adrenaline tours, serves up authentic Jamaican delicacies and has daily entertainment programmes. www.koolrunnings.com

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✶ C.AMERICA SIX FLAGS MEXICO The most visited theme park in Latin America with 2.5 million annual visitors, Six Flags Mexico offers an all-day adrenaline rush of family fun with a band of costumed Looney Tunes characters, powerful rollercoasters, and even live entertainment.

Queue up, hang on, and prepare to blast off on the adventure of a lifetime. www.sixflags.com.mx

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✶ EUROPE ALTON TOWERS UK With over 50 rides and aractions, the Alton Towers Resort is the UK’s Number One theme park.

The resort also includes two incredible themed hotels, an Enchanted Village (with woodland lodges and luxury tree-houses), a splashtastic waterpark and an 18-hole golf course. www.altontowers.com

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✶ EUROPE EUROPA-PARK GERMANY Europa-Park is Europe's second most popular theme park, a fantasy version of the continent with 100 rides (including 13 rollercoasters) across 14 different lands. At 95 hectares, it’s by far the biggest theme park in Germany.

www.europapark.de

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✶ EUROPE EFTELING THE NETHERLANDS Looking for exciting rollercoasters, enchanting aractions or spectacular park shows? Everyone will find what they are looking for in Eeling, the largest theme park in The Netherlands.

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✶ EUROPE TIVOLI GARDENS DENMARK Founded in 1843, Tivoli Gardens has become a national treasure and an international araction. Fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen visited many times, as did Walt Disney and many other celebrities, who all fell in love with the gardens.

The rides are all designed to match Tivoli's architecture and gardens. Some rides are wonderfully nostalgic. Others, such as the Vertigo which will turn you upside down at 100 km/h, will match the expectations of the keenest thrill seekers. www.tivoli.dk

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âœś EUROPE GARDALAND PARK ITALY Gardaland Resort is a major tourist destination made of three completely complementary oers: an amusement park, a themed aquarium and two enchanting hotels.

Expect a combination of adventure, dream and fantasy: challenge the fury of the rapids in the heart of the jungle, face the dangers of a stormy sea or discover Prezzemolo Land, a colourful play area.

Meanwhile at Gardaland SEA LIFE Aquarium, admire thousands of beautiful marine creatures. www.gardaland.it

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✶ EUROPE PORTAVENTURA WORLD SPAIN Europe’s main family holiday destination, Portaventura World offers something for everyone. Here you can enjoy six worlds of the theme park, plus an exotic refreshing water park.

www.portaventuraworld.com

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✶ EUROPE LISEBERG SWEDEN This Gothenburg based theme park offers 41 rides and aractions serving up thrills, spills and laughter for kids and grown-ups alike.

New for 2018 is Look into the abyss, a concept area inspired by Nordic mythology, continues to grow as Balder and Loke are now accompanied by Valkyria - the longest dive coaster in Europe with a vertical drop of 50 metres and a top speed of 105 km/h! liseberg.com/

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✶ EUROPE LAND OF LEGENDS TURKEY Get ready to enter a world of pure imagination at this awe-inspiring resort.

Combining a five-star hotel, waterpark and aquarium in one, this fairytale-inspired wonderland feels like it’s straight out of a storybook.

Dine with sharks, say hello to penguins or take on the 43m-high Typhoon Coaster. www.thelandoflegendsthemepark.com

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✶ EUROPE DISNEYLAND PARIS FRANCE As the number one tourist destination in Europe, Disneyland Paris has been visited more than 320 million times since opening on 12 April 1992. Today Disneyland Paris is a multi-day resort offering two world-class theme parks, seven themed Disney hotels, a 27-hole golf course, the Disney Village® entertainment complex, and Europe’s largest integrated corporate events venue.

Disneyland Paris is celebrating its 25th Anniversary until September 2018 with unforgeable festivities such as a dazzling new parade and a brand new nighime show. www.disneylandparis.co.uk

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✶ MIDDLE EAST BOLLYWOOD PARKS UAE Dubai ticks off another world first with this theme park dedicated to India's vibrant Bollywood film industry.

The park features more than 16 cinematic rides and aractions, 20 live shows across five different stages, Indian dining and five zones including Bollywood Boulevard and Mumbai Chowk. www.bollywoodparksdubai.com

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✶ MIDDLE EAST FERRARI WORLD UAE The award-winning Ferrari branded theme park is home to a winning mix of Ferrariinspired rides and aractions, the world’s largest Ferrari store and a range of authentic dining options.

Beneath its gigantic, iconic red roof, the Park houses numerous adrenaline-fueling rides including the world’s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa, with a top speed of 240km/hr in 4.9 seconds, the first

bi-plane themed and triple record-breaking ride Flying Aces, and the newest addition to the park’s family of rollercoasters, the gravity defying Turbo Track. Guests can also enjoy state-of-the-art simulators, electric powered go-karts in Karting Academy, some spectacular live shows, or take a spin as the passenger of an elegant Ferrari in the Ferrari Driving Experience. www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com

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✶ MIDDLE EAST IMG WORLD OF ADVENTURE UAE In the words of Jurassic World writers, “The park is open”. Dubai's latest record-breaker is the size of 28 football fields and features four zones including one dedicated entirely to dinosaurs.

The temperature-controlled indoor park is home to more than 20 rides and aractions, many themed around Marvel comics and Cartoon Network characters. www.imgworlds.com

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✶ MIDDLE EAST LEGOLAND DUBAI UAE Explore a world where the Lego brick comes to life at Legoland Dubai. Ideal for families with children aged two to 12, there are more than 40 rides and 15,000 Lego models, with many aractions requiring kids to use teamwork and apply their skills to steer a boat or drive a car.

A mere 60 million Lego bricks were used to build this family theme park, which is made up of six lands – both indoor and outdoor – including Lego City and the Middle Eastthemed Miniland. www.legoland.com/ar/legoland-dubairesort

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✶ MIDDLE EAST MOTIONGATE DUBAI UAE A blockbuster in its own right, this Hollywood-inspired adventure land, features 27 rides inspired by 13 memorable action and animation films, including The Ghostbusters, Shrek and The Hunger Games.

There are three zones dedicated to Hollywood's most legendary film studios including Dreamworks, Lionsgate and Columbia Pictures, while the Smurfs Village keeps lile ones enthralled for hours. www.motiongatedubai.com

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✶ MIDDLE EAST WARNER BROS. WORLD ABU DHABI One of the world’s largest indoor theme parks to date, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi brings together fan- favorite Warner Bros. characters under one roof for the first time in the region, including iconic DC Super Heroes such as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman as well as beloved animated stars like Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo, and Fred Flintstone.

The 1.65 million sq  theme park is the ultimate leisure and entertainment destination complete with 29 state-of-theart thrilling rides, interactive family-friendly aractions, unique live entertainment, as well as a wide range of authentically themed restaurants and shops.

The excitement begins as soon as guests step through the legendary Warner Bros. shield to experience the action and wackiness of the park’s six immersive lands; Metropolis, Gotham City, Cartoon Junction, Dynamite Gulch and Bedrock. From the scenic backdrops to the immersive sounds and smells and – guests will be truly transported to the lands of their favorite characters like they have never known before. www.wbworldabudhabi.com

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✶ N.AMERICA WALT DISNEY WORLD USA With six Disney Parks, two exciting nighttime entertainment districts, over 20 Disney Resort Hotels, a state-of-the-art sports complex and countless opportunities for dining, shopping, recreation and relaxation, it’s easy to see why Walt Disney World Resort remains the holiday of dreams.

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✶ N.AMERICA DISNEY’S ANIMAL KINGDOM USA The jewel in the crown of Disney’s Animal Kingdom, which marked its 20th anniversary earlier this year, is the 110-acre mock African savanna and thousands of animals that call the park home.

Two decades later, the aractions have grown to include Pandora: The World of Avatar, a sprawling imaginarium in the vein of James Cameron’s film. disneyworld.disney.go.com/eneu/destinations/animal-kingdom

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✶ N.AMERICA DISNEY’S HOLLYWOOD STUDIOS USA Disney's Hollywood Studios is a theme park at Walt Disney World Resort with iconic aractions, blockbuster entertainment, character experiences and more.

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✶ N.AMERICA DISNEY'S MAGIC KINGDOM USA A theme park at Walt Disney World Resort featuring classic aractions, enchanting fireworks, musical parades and Disney characters.

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✶ N.AMERICA DISNEYLAND USA This beloved Anaheim institution serves up vintage icons like the Maerhorn Bobsleds as well as new innovations, like laser lights and soaring fountains in the nightly show World of Colour, or mystical mouse antics in Mickey and the Magical Map.

The resort, which consists of the original Disneyland Park and the adjacent Disney California Adventure Park, has themed ‘lands’ with related rides, shows and aractions. disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/di sneyland

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✶ N.AMERICA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS USA With three amazing theme parks – Universal Studios Florida™, Universal’s Islands of Adventure™, Universal’s Volcano Bay™ water theme park, spectacular on-site hotels and more, Universal Orlando offers days and nights of endless fun for every member of the family.

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✶ N.AMERICA CEDAR POINT USA The rollercoaster capital of the world, Cedar Park offers an unmatched collection of 71 rides, including 18 roller coasters, three kids’ areas, overnight accommodations, live shows, a mile-long beach, restaurants and more.

In 2018, Cedar Point introduces a really big thrill: the world-record-breaking Steel Vengeance – the first and only 205-foot-tall hyper-hybrid roller coaster on Earth. www.cedarpoint.com

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✶ N.AMERICA DOLLYWOOD USA Most artists are satisfied having topped the music charts or made their way onto the silver screen. That's not the case with Dolly Parton who even has a theme park named aer her!

Hosting nearly three million guests in a typical season, Dollywood is the biggest ticketed tourist araction in Tennessee and features amusement park thrill rides as well as traditional cras and music of the Smoky Mountains area. The park hosts a number of concerts and musical events each year, including appearances by Parton and her family. www.dollywood.com

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✶ N.AMERICA HERSHEYPARK USA Hersheypark® was originally created by Milton S. Hershey as leisure grounds for employees of Hershey's Chocolate Factory.

Today, the family theme park welcomes guests from around the world to experience Hersheypark HappySM all year long.

www.hersheypark.com

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✶ N.AMERICA SEAWORLD FLORIDA USA SeaWorld's Orlando Florida theme park offers roller coasters, rides, shows, tours, aractions & family-friendly activities for thrill seekers and animal lovers.

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✶ N.AMERICA BUSCH GARDENS USA Come within a whisker of some of the world’s rarest animals, feel their energy and inhabit their world on Florida’s wildest rides at Busch Gardens.

Embark on an adventure across the Serengeti Plain, be drenched on a whitewater river and come breathtakingly close to the world’s rarest animals.

Sprint as fast as a cheetah or dive facedown like a stalking falcon. You’ll trek, plunge, chase and spin on the wildest rides in Florida.

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✶ N.AMERICA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS FLORIDA USA Immerse yourself in the next generation of blockbuster entertainment at Universal Studios™. You’ll script an incredible day of fun at this real, working film and TV studio that features rides, shows and aractions that put you right in the middle of the action.

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✶ N.AMERICA SIX FLAGS GREAT ADVENTURE USA New York/New Jersey's biggest, most popular theme park featuring dozens of thrill rides, shows, and activities.

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✶ N.AMERICA SIX FLAGS MAGIC MOUNTAIN USA Six Flags Magic Mountain is one of the premiere thrill parks in America and a top vacation destination in southern California.

It boasts exciting roller coasters such as New Revolution, Twisted Colossus, Full Throle, Goliath and more. The park also offers aractions for small children in Bugs Bunny World and other rides for whole families to enjoy.

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✶ N.AMERICA KINGS ISLAND USA Kings Island opened its gates on 29 April 1972, serving as a replacement for Coney Island, an immensely popular amusement park located on the Ohio River 10 miles east of downtown Cincinnati.

Fast forward to 2018 and Kings Island is home to more than 100 world-class rides, shows and aractions, including the world's longest wooden (The Beast), steel inverted (Banshee) roller coasters and a 35-acre waterpark. www.visitkingsisland.com

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✶ N.AMERICA CANADA'S WONDERLAND CANADA Canada’s Wonderland is home to more than 200 aractions including 16 roller coasters, two children’s area and Splash Works, a 20acre water park.

If big-time thrill rides are too much for you, there’s an amazing line-up of live entertainment, special events and family rides for the whole family.

The park features North America’s largest variety of rides including Canada’s tallest and fastest coaster – Leviathan – Canada’s longest wooden coaster (Mighty Canadian Minebuster) and Canada’s first inverted coaster (Flight Deck).

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✶ N.AMERICA KNOTT'S BERRY FARM USA This world-renowned theme park was built from the humblest of beginnings. What started as a small berry farm soon began to grow into a family theme park destination thanks to famous fried chicken dinners, boysenberries and an Old West Ghost Town.

The once small family farm has grown into today's family fun destination; home to the Kno's Berry Farm theme park, Kno's Soak City Waterpark and Kno's Berry Farm Hotel. www.knos.com

Kno’s Berry Farm now bursts with aractions and entertainment for all ages, including first-class roller coasters, stage shows, interactive experiences, delicious food creations and family-friendly fun featuring Snoopy and the Peanuts Gang.

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✶ N.AMERICA SEAWORLD SAN DIEGO USA SeaWorld's San Diego California theme park offers roller coasters, rides, shows, tours, aractions & family-friendly activities for thrill seekers and animal lovers.

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✶ N.AMERICA UNIVERSAL STUDIOS HOLLYWOOD USA With thrilling theme park rides and shows, a real working movie studio and Los Angeles’ best shops, restaurants and cinemas at CityWalk, Universal Studios Hollywood is a unique experience that’s fun for the whole family.

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✶ N.AMERICA EPCOT FLORIDA USA From world travel to wide-eyed excitement, a day at Epcot will set your spirits soaring -literally! Soar as high as your imagination with the wind in your hair and the treetops at your toes on Soarin'. At The Seas with Nemo & Friends, board your very own "clamobile" and join Marlin and Dory on a search for Nemo himself. On Test Track, experience high-speed excitement as you run a test car through its paces.

Then, take a trip around the globe at World Showcase and enjoy the wonders of eleven festive nations. At night, cap it all off with the amazing laser and light spectacular, IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth. disneyworld.disney.go.com/eneu/destinations/epcot

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✶ N.AMERICA ISLANDS OF ADVENTURE USA Prepare for a place where super heroes, beasts and magical creatures stand before you. You're entering lands where everything is real. Explore a secret school of witchcra and wizardry.

Fly high above the city streets with a famous web slinger. Hide from hungry dinosaurs and hope you're not their next meal. And you can face the most colossal ape ever to walk the earth. Let the adventures begin. www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/th eme-parks/islands-of-adventure

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✶ N.AMERICA DISNEY CALIFORNIA ADVENTURE PARK USA Welcome to a world where the stories of Disney, Pixar and beyond come to life — to a place beloved Characters from Cars and Super Heroes like Spider-Man & Captain America call home.

At Disney California Adventure Park, you’re invited to explore seven exciting lands with timeless entertainment showcases like World of Colour, seasonal celebrations and transformations throughout the year. disneyland.disney.go.com/destinations/di sney-california-adventure

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✶ S.AMERICA BETO CARRERO WORLD BRASIL With eight themed zones, over 100 aractions and entertainment for all ages, Beto Carrero World is the ultimate destination for thrill seekers, set in a suitably scenic location surrounded by Atlantic Rain Forest.

You’ll also find a visitor train, cable railway, pony rides and a selection of restaurants, cafés and shops, plus daily shows including Magadascar, Fast and Furious and Monga. www.betocarrero.com.br

Highlights of Beto Carrero include the Disney-inspired castle of Castelo das Nações, a zoo with over 700 animals, a 25m high Ferris wheel and a series of high-speed rollercoasters and free-falls rides.

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On the golden shores of Abu Dhabi – just 25 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai – a world of experience comes together to combine stunning natural scenery with iconic design and high-octane glamour with laid-back family fun.

Along with seven cuing-edge hotels, exciting theme parks, dynamic restaurants, a Links golf course and a cosmopolitan shopping mall filled with leading global brands, the island offers a wide range of venue options and in-house event management services for business events including meetings, incentives conferences and exhibitions.

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ferrarI world abu dhabI The world’s first Ferrari-branded theme park is home to a winning mix of Ferrari inspired rides and aractions, the biggest Ferrari Store and a range of authentic Italian dining options.

Beneath its gigantic, iconic red roof it houses numerous high-adrenaline rides including the spectacular new Flying Aces ride, featuring the highest rollercoaster loop in the world, the world’s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa, with a top speed of 250kmph in 4.9 seconds, family-friendly aractions, state-of-the-art simulators, electricpowered go-karts, live shows and an inspiring treasure of racing memorabilia! www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com

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Yas lInks Set among rolling hills and delicate mangrove plantations on the western shores of Yas Island – Abu Dhabi’s landmark entertainment destination – every hole on the Middle East’s first and only Links course boasts arresting visas of the Arabian Gulf.

A demanding course owing to its pot bunkers, uneven fairways and unpredictable wind conditions, the Kyle Phillips designed par 72 championship course stretches to some 7,450 yards.

Yas Links Abu Dhabi is also home to a fully floodlit 9 hole, par 3 Academy course.With holes ranging between 83 and 185 yards, the Academy course at Yas Links offers something for all regardless of whether you’re complete beginner or experienced golfer looking to shave a couple of shots off the handicap. www.yaslinks.com

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YAS VICEROY A true architectural triumph, this five-star iconic hotel is the only one in the world to straddle a Formula 1™ racetrack, built half on land and half over water. The hotel’s main feature is its unique ‘grid shell’ – a 219-metre expanse of sweeping curvilinear glass and steel covering that drapes over the two hotel towers, linked by a bridge that crosses the Formula 1™ circuit.

Guests get to experience pure comfort, plush amenities and latest in technology that is featured in all of the generous guestrooms, with a minimum of 581 square feet or 54 square meters of space to relax and enjoy.

Yas Viceroy offers 11 dining and lounge venues which showcase cuisine from all corners of the globe, including lavish Mediterranean choices, house-made Italian pasta, Southeast Asian specialities, poolside bites and Japanese Teppan.

ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi transcends expectations, with nine treatment rooms, separate private areas for male and female guests, a relaxation lounge overlooking the Yas Marina racetrack, plus the Viceroy Presidential Treatment Suite featuring its own hammam, steam room, and Kinesis fitness equipment. www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/abudhabi

*The hotel will be operated by Marrio International as Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi from 01 July, then aer a period of refurbishment will be a W Hotel, marking the highly anticipated debut of the brand in the dynamic city of Abu Dhabi.

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Yas beach Set on Yas Island’s tranquil southern shores, Yas Beach is the island’s only stretch of beach. Open daily from 10am – 7pm, it is a great spot to relax and enjoy sun, sea, sand, food and drinks, and there’s plenty of car parking available.

Children under 8 enter free. Saturday is half-price for ladies. Guests staying at Yas Plaza hotels have complimentary beach access on presentation of their room card or hotel voucher. www.yasbeach.ae

Admission, which includes a beach towel and sun lounger, is AED50 for adults and AED 25 for children aged 8-16 during the week, and AED100 for adults and AED50 for children during weekend.

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Yas waterworld Yas Waterworld spans an area of around 15 football pitches, with 43 rides, slides & aractions – five of which are one-of-a-kind.

Visitors to this this futuristic waterpark will be able to try the 238-metre long, world’s first, and largest hydromagnetic-powered, six-person tornado waterslide.

For adrenaline seekers there are three-metre high waves on Bubble’s Barrel, which has the world’s largest surfable sheet wave for flowboards and bodyboards.

The Bandit Bomber, a 550–metre coaster, is the first with onboard water and laser effects. Riders can shoot jets of water at targets, drop water bombs and trigger special effects, while people below can spray them with water as they pass.

A true full day experience, the park draws on Abu Dhabi’s heritage and has ‘The Lost Pearl’ as its theme. It also features a souk, pearl-diving exhibits and restaurants. www.yaswaterworld.com/en

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Yas marIna Yas Marina is not only one of Abu Dhabi’s finest marinas but also a vibrant venue offering dining, fitness and leisure facilities.

The 227 berth marina features seven licensed restaurants and lounges which cater to all taste buds and budgets. Each outlet along the waterside promenade boasts iconic views of the Yas Viceroy hotel and race track. As the sun sets, the family friendly destination transforms into a buzzing scene of dining and nightlife entertainment.

From premier fitness facilities and physiotherapy to watersports, boat charters, a children’s playground and a musical water fountain, there is something for all ages throughout the day. www.yasmarinacircuit.com/en

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du arena and du forum The region’s biggest open-air event facility and home to the annual Yasalam Aer- Race Concerts, du Arena has hosted some of the world’s biggest entertainment names: step forward The Rolling Stones, Justin Timberlake, Robbie Williams, Metallica and Bon Jovi.

A fully air conditioned mixed-use venue, du Forum is home to everything from some of the world’s top performances to football celebrations and Ramadan festivities. www.duforum.ae

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Yas marIna cIrcuIt The UAE’s most exciting sporting and entertainment multi-purpose venue i is home to the annual Formula 1 Ethiad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix and much more.

In addition to the extensive year-round programme of professional and grassroots motorsport events and experiences including Drag and Yas Track Nights, the Circuit has emerged as a thriving hub for entertainment and community events in the UAE. As the region’s most technologically advanced facility, the circuit is also a leading MICE venue, regularly hosting a diverse range of corporate meetings, conferences and events.

Whether you want to experience the thrill of karting at our Kartzone, driving an Aston Martin GT4 at over 200km/hour on an F1® circuit, work towards your racing license at the Yas Racing School, get fit at StartYAS, TrainYas or GoYas, participate in one of the many sporting events, or simply catch up with friends at Yas Central, Yas Marina Circuit truly is The Meeting Place of Champions. www.yasmarinacircuit.com/en

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WARNER BROS. WORLD One of the world’s largest indoor theme parks to date, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi brings together fan-favorite Warner Bros. characters under one roof, from iconic super heroes Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman to beloved animated stars Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and Fred Flintstone.

The excitement begins as soon as guests step through iconic Warner Bros. shield to experience the park’s six immersive lands. From the scenic backdrops to the immersive sounds and smells – visitors will be truly transported to the lands of their favorite characters like they have never known before.

The 1.65 million sq.  theme park is the ultimate leisure and entertainment destination complete with 29 state-of-the-art thrilling rides, interactive family-friendly aractions, unique live entertainment, multiple dining options and exclusive shopping outlets.

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Yas mall Yas Mall is much more than a place to shop. With 400 of the world’s top fashion and food brands, a 20-screen cinema and the region’s largest family entertainment zone, it’s a marvellous indoor day out for the whole family.

Located at the heart of Yas Island and sat along the Yas Express route, it’s the perfect point of connection for all the aractions on the island. www.yasmall.ae

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The speed in kilometres per hour of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s Formula Rossa rollercoaster. With the acceleration of a Formula 1 car, it’s the fastest rollercoaster on the planet.

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WorlD™ ABU DHABI OPENS ON YAS ISLAND Aer months of anticipation, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will open its doors to the public on 25 July 2018. When the world’s first-ever Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park opens next month, it will feature six immersive lands including DC’s Metropolis and Gotham City, as well as Cartoon Junction, Bedrock, Dynamite Gulch and Warner Bros. Plaza..

“The launch of Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi is yet another milestone in the Emirate’s journey to further enrich its tourism offering, and help establish it as one of the world’s leading tourist destinations. The park is another great addition to Yas Island’s immersive experiences and awardwinning aractions,” said His Excellency Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman of Miral.

He continued: “It gives us great pride to have partnered with Warner Bros. Consumer Products to launch the world’s largest Warner Bros. branded indoor theme park right here in Abu Dhabi. As part of our fulfilment to Abu Dhabi’s ambition to drive increased visitors and enhance the UAE’s appeal as an international destination, we are thrilled that fans will be able to enjoy the outcome of this partnership and the massive, fun and engaging park offerings in a few months.”

The 1.65 million sq  park promises to deliver guests with captivating experiences this July, bringing together some of the world’s most iconic characters and stories under one roof for the first time in the region. Featuring a total of 29 state-ofthe-art rides, interactive family-friendly aractions and unique live entertainment, as well as a variety of authentically themed dining and shopping outlets, the park’s incredibly immersive environments, unique thrill rides and fan-favorite characters will create a truly unparalleled experience for all who visit.

“We have worked tirelessly with our partners at Miral to faithfully bring iconic franchises such as DC Entertainment, Looney Tunes and HannaBarbera to life in a truly immersive and authentic environment,” said Pam Lifford, President, Warner Bros. Consumer Products.

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“Delivering experiences and products that continue our brands’ storytelling and excite and engage fans is our primary goal, and we look forward to sharing this world-renowned araction with them this summer.”

When guests step through the iconic Warner Bros. shield, they will enter a world where super heroes such as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman fight for justice and animated stars including Bugs Bunny, Wile E. Coyote and Scooby-Doo come to life in the most brilliant and awe-inspiring ways.

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The excitement begins at Warner Bros. Plaza, an Art-Deco inspired land that celebrates the Golden Age of Hollywood and all things Warner Bros. A portal to the rest of the park, this land is famed for its All-Star Spectacular, a majestic show that brings the Warner Bros. film library to life.

As guests step through to Metropolis, they will discover a gleaming urban landscape protected from evil by DC super heroes like Superman and other members of the Justice League including Wonder Woman, The Flash, Green Lantern, Cyborg and Aquaman.

on the dark streets of Gotham City, guests will have the chance to walk alongside notorious DC super-villains such as The Joker, Harley Quinn, and The riddler. Watch these criminals disappear into the shadows when Batman arrives to bring them to justice. In Cartoon Junction, childhood memories come to life under year-round sunny skies alongside beloved characters including Bugs Bunny, Tom and Jerry, and Scooby-Doo. The YabbaDabba-Doo begins in pre-historic Bedrock, were guests will meet everyone’s favorite modern stone-age family, The Flintstones. Venturing into the animated story-land Dynamite Gulch, guests can experience Wile E. Coyote and the road runner’s dizzying dash firsthand, and keep an eye out for Marvin The Martian and The Jetsons.

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Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi will complement Yas Island’s destination offering of entertainment and leisure, which today, includes iconic aractions such as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit – home of the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix – Yas Mall, as well as a wide variety of worldclass entertainment venues, restaurants and hotels.

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28 July | du Forum, Abu Dhabi, UAE Tomorrowland, the biggest EDM festival from Belgium, is coming to Abu Dhabi! Well, sort of – it will be live streamed at an event. The Abu Dhabi event will allow concert-goers to simultaneously rave along with live broadcasts synced with other countries. Along with the UAE’s capital, this year's Unite with Tomorrowland will also include Italy, Malta, Spain, Taiwan, Mexico and Lebanon.

22 - 25 November | Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, UAE The Formula 1 2018 World Championship will be hosting the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi at Yas Marina Circuit. The Formula 1 2018 Ethics Airways Abu Dhabi Grand is the Middle East’s biggest international sporting event and the only twilight race on the F1® calendar, which will also host F2 and GP3.

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Yasalam Aer-Race Concerts: The Weeknd 23 November | du Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE The Grammy Award-winning, multi-platinum-selling 28-year-old is best known for his hit singles I Feel It Coming, Can’t Feel My Face, Starboy and most recently Call Out My Name.

This event is exclusive to #AbuDhabiGP ticket holders.

Guns N’ Roses, who have sold more than 100 million records worldwide, have been performing to sold out stadiums around the globe in recent years, which means fans who travel to the du Arena can look forward to an amazing performance by the legendary rock act.

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Yasalam Aer-Race Concerts: Guns N’ Roses 25 November | du Arena, Abu Dhabi, UAE Rock music lovers in Abu Dhabi can expect to see original members Axl, Slash, and Duff perform the full Guns N’ Roses back catalogue of hits including Welcome to the Jungle, Sweet Child o’ Mine and Paradise City.

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park Inn bY radIsson, abu dhabI Yas Island Within walking distance of Yas Beach and with stunning sea views, the Park Inn is perfectly located for a chilled out break. A health club, gym and spa make it fully equipped for some serious relaxation, while state-ofthe-art meeting rooms mean it’s equally suitable for business visitors.

Tuck into mouth-watering Mexican fajitas and juicy, man-sized steaks at Amerigos, savour the sunset poolside ambience of Sands Pool Bar, and enjoy the scrumptious international breakfast buet at Mint. www.parkinn.com/hotel-abudhabi

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centro Yas Island This 259 room hotel meets the demands of a new generation of traveller, seeking finesse and functionality at reasonable rates.

The vast foyer of the Centro, with its high ceiling and clean, minimal lines, exemplifies the style of this thoroughly modern hotel. With a large outdoor pool, well-equipped gym and flood-lit tennis courts, it’s the perfect place to retire to aer a fun-packed day on the island.

With two restaurants and a bar serving fresh, international favourites as well as regional delicacies, Centro ticks all the culinary boxes. If it’s a sumptuous Friday brunch you’re aer, look no further than the hotel’s flagship dining spot, c.taste. www.rotana.com/centrohotels/unitedarabemirates/a budhabi/centroyasisland

crowne plaza abu dhabI - Yas Island The Crowne Plaza sits in a commanding position.

Gorgeous views of Yas Links with the endless blue of the Arabian Gulf stretching beyond make this a breathtaking spot. And with sumptuous interiors, a 25-metre outdoor pool, and numerous restaurants, bars and brasseries, the Plaza combines modern luxury with all the practical facilities you could need. Find all the island’s aractions at your feet, from the thrills and spills of Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld to the shoppers’ paradise of Yas Mall.

There are five restaurants and two bars on offer at this elegant hotel, offering buffets, brunches, live music and www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/gb/en/abudhabi/auhua/hoteldetail

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radIsson blu, abu dhabI Yas Island Within walking distance of Yas Beach and with stunning sea views, the Park Inn is perfectly located for a chilled out break. A health club, gym and spa make it fully equipped for some serious relaxation, while state-ofthe-art meeting rooms mean it’s equally suitable for business visitors.

Tuck into mouth-watering Mexican fajitas and juicy, man-sized steaks at Amerigos, savour the sunset poolside ambience of Sands Pool Bar, and enjoy the scrumptious international breakfast buffet at Mint. www.radissonblu.com/en/hotel-abudhabi

staYbrIdge suItes abu dhabI Yas Island Spacious, studio apartments with fully equipped kitchens and living areas provide a home away from home – and there’s even a complimentary breakfast buffet.

With all of its 164 suites overlooking the sparkling waters of the Arabian Gulf, Staybridge provides a picturesque and peaceful retreat from the excitement of the island’s aractions. Each beautifully designed studio apartment has its own fully-equipment kitchen, and there’s a communal pool, laundry room and fullystocked pantry too.

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Yas Island rotana Just a few minutes from all the island’s major aractions, and with a fully staffed business centre, the Rotana is set up for both holidaymakers and those here for business. And with 308 spacious rooms and suites that are designed with ultimate comfort and convenience in mind, it’s the perfect place to relax aer a day out at Yas.

The Rotana has six exquisite food and drinks venues.

With the sumptuous, melt in your mouth beef of the Blue Grill steak house; the delectable Indian cuisine of Rangoli; and the beautifully presented international favourites of Choices, there’s a range of dining options that’s second to none. www.rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/unitedarabe mirates/abudhabi/yasislandrotana/

Yas vIceroY Set amidst the Grand Prix circuit, with a section of the track winding through its arch, the Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi is a piece of design innovation. And if you’re lucky enough to stay on race day, you couldn’t get any closer to the action. If it’s relaxation you’re aer, the Viceroy has that too. With access to Yas Beach, gorgeous sea views over the marina and a deluxe spa, this is classic five-star luxury with a beautiful contemporary twist.

If it’s eating and drinking that floats your boat, then the Viceroy is the place for you. With seven international restaurants, two lounges and four bars, there’s something from every corner of the globe www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/abudhabi

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Angar at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Angar, a chic Indian Restaurant at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, proudly offers diners a unique approach to Indian cuisine, taking traditional Indian flavours and spices and giving them a deliciously modern twist.

Specialities include marinated meats and seafood rich in flavour, served directly from the tandoor with the freshest naan and roti. www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/abudhabi/d ining_and_nightlife/restaurants/angar

Aquarium at Yas Marina Aquarium is an elegant but relaxed restaurant at the heart of Yas Marina. Famed for its lively atmosphere, sensational seafood dishes and views, it is a favourite dining spot with Abu Dhabi residents throughout the week. www.capitalmotion.com/aquarium-yas-marina

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eat Your waY around Yas Island Atayeb at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi A delectable fusion of flavours from regions bordering the Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf, Atayeb Restaurant at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi takes Moroccan, Tunisian, Lebanese and Syrian old world tastes and gives them a modern flair producing delicious hot and cold mezzeh, stews, tajines and couscous dishes. www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/ abudhabi/dining_and_nightlife/restaurants/a tayeb

Barouk at Crowne Plaza Abu Dhabi Serving mouthwatering hot and cold mezze, grills and desserts, Barouk is the place to experience authentic Lebanese cuisine at its very best while enjoying live entertainment by talented Oud players.

From fine dining to lighter meals, guests can enjoy a variety of food and drink options for dinner. The atmosphere exudes a certain romance as Barouk overlooks the shimmering waters of the Arabian Gulf. www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotel s/gb/en/abu-dhabi/auhyi/ hoteldetail/dininga

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Cipriani at Yas Marina A stylish, elegant restaurant designed by Florentine architect Michele Bonan with a beautiful outdoor terrace overlooking the Yas Marina and the Yas Marina Circuit. The menu features signature dishes from Harry's Bar in Venice and classic Italian favourites. www.cipriani.com/restaurant/?loc=abu-dhabi

Diablito at Yas Marina Serving authentic Mediterranean cuisine, Spanish tapas, pinxos, homemade pizzas and more this two-story casual restaurant with rooî…šop is the perfect spot to sip on cocktails while watching the sunset and the yachts sail into Yas Marina. www.diablitofoodandmusic.ae

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eat Your waY around Yas Island Rangoli at Yas Island Rotana Yas Island Rotana's Rangoli restaurant is a chic dining venue that specialises in North and South Indian cuisine. Earthy colours dominate the restaurant's décor giving a warm and comfortable atmosphere. The cosy vibe and the aromas from the show kitchen instantly give guests a glimpse of the colourful and exotic Indian culture. www.rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/unitedarabemir ates/abudhabi/yasislandrotana/dining

Filini at Radisson Blu Filini is fresh white napkins on clean wooden tables. Simply cooked Italian food craed from carefully chosen ingredients. Quick, friendly, unpretentious service. Collectively, the wine, food, details and people make Filini a contemporary, memorable Italian dining experience. www.radissonblu.com/en/filini-restaurant

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Hickory’s Restaurant and Bar at Yas Links Yas Link’s terrace offers amazing views of the UAE’s Top-ranking 18th green and golf course, the endless mangroves and the shapely Links coastline. Its name originates from the type of sha most golf clubs were made out of between 1826 and 1929. Introduced by Scotsman Robert Fagan, hickory was the one type of wood that stood the test of time until HRH Prince of Wales played St. Andrews one day with steel- shaed clubs, thereby changing the way the game is played once more. www.yaslinks.com/dining-facilities

Iris at Yas Marina Iris Yas Island stands out as a trendy yet unconventional lounge with its chill vibe, artisan cocktails, great views & smooth music. As the hours' tick by the casual lounge turns into Abu Dhabi's chicest nightlife venue with resident DJs and International artist lineup. www.irisabudhabi.com

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YAS VICERO The flagship project of the $36 billion Yas Island development, the Yas Viceroy Hotel is a breathtaking fusion of architecture, design and technology, set half on land and half on water. It is also the first hotel in the world built directly over a Formula One race track.

The sumptuous Marina Executive Suites offer integrated living, spread across 145 square meters of living space and floor-to-ceiling glass windows to maximise the natural light and sweeping views.

Alternatively, the two-story 400-square-metre Presidential Suite includes a private bar, full chef’s kitchen and in-suite elevators.

The interiors of this Abu Dhabi resort embody a contemporary fusion of elegance and momentum, created with sensuous curves and sleek lines.

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The incredible LED canopy not only emits a concert of colour but also serves as a defining symbol of Abu Dhabi as one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.

*The hotel will be operated by Marrio International as Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi from 01 July, then aer a period of refurbishment will be a W Hotel, marking the highly anticipated debut of the brand in the dynamic city of Abu Dhabi.

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As Yas Island Abu Dhabi's premier hotel, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi sets the standard for exceptional service throughout its 499 impeccable rooms and suites, 11 innovative dining and lounge venues, and the luxurious ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. The interiors of this Abu Dhabi resort embody a contemporary fusion of elegance and momentum, created with sensuous curves and sleek lines.

Guests marvel at the incredible LED canopy that not only emits a concert of color and shade but also embraces the exhilarating Yas Marina Formula 1™ Circuit, defining the Abu Dhabi hotel as a landmark across Yas Island and one of the world’s most extraordinary destinations. Watch high-speed races and practices from the hotel daily or layout on the beach for a relaxing sunny day.

Delight in the art of cuisine at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. When you are dining in the most exciting hotel in the world you expect the food to be nothing short of spectacular, and our tantalizing Abu Dhabi restaurants showcase the finest specialties from around the world. Choose from a colorful host of eateries, from the freshest seafood and sushi to modern Italian, regional Indian cuisine, and a stylish array of bars and lounges. For fantastic cuisine throughout the day, we have the perfect Abu Dhabi dining spot for every taste.

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Luxury Amenities & Services at Yas Viceroy • 499 rooms and suites, equipped with the latest modern conveniences • One grand ballroom and ten meeting and boardrooms, for exceptional functions • State-of-the-art gym • Luxury spa, with nine treatment rooms as well steam room • Two rooop pools with sunset views • Six international restaurants • Lobby patisserie • Business centre • Valet parking • Limousine service • Concierge

• Sundry shop • Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi is proudly a smoke-free environment (smoking is permied outside on terraces and balconies only) • Micro-boutique featuring specially curated gis and accessories • Access to Yas Beach

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Luxury Hotel Accommodation on Yas Island Experience the pure comfort, plush amenities and latest in technology that features in all of the generous guestrooms, with a minimum of 581 square feet or 54 square meters of space to relax and enjoy.

To ensure that our guests stay in rooms tailored to their needs, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi has a variety of guestrooms to choose from, including interconnecting rooms and suites. Custom furnishings and modern conveniences highlight the guestrooms’ innovative design, matching the hotel’s striking architecture.

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Dining & Nightlife Eleven dining and lounge venues at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi showcase cuisine from all corners of the globe. From lavish Mediterranean choices and house-made Italian pasta to Southeast Asian specialties and Japanese Teppan, from regional Indian delights to light snacks at our rooop infinity pool, this Abu Dhabi resort offers a spectacular array of choices to satisfy the cravings of every guest.

All dishes are created from the freshest ingredients daily. Our lounges and bars are a destination hot-spot for both sophisticated visitors and the fashionable denizens of Abu Dhabi and Dubai, featuring breathtaking vistas, international DJs and innovative refreshments.

Origins International Cuisine Origins offers an outstanding international buffet as well as a delicious selection of local and regional specialty dishes. Dine indoors and soak up the vibrant surroundings at the heart of Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi or outdoors on the spacious terrace overlooking Yas Marina Circuit.

Noodle Box Restaurant Noodle Box offers contemporary South East Asian cuisine in casual yet vibrant surroundings.

Specialities include Laksa, Nasi Goreng, Thai curries, dim sum and other Chinese classics infused with the irresistible tastes and aromas of the East.

Amici - Italian Cuisine Amici, the Italian restaurant located at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, offers a casual ambiance to dine with family and friends with rustic and unpretentious classic Italian cuisine served Cicchei style. Cicchei focuses on Venetianinspired cuisine served as small pates, 'tapas Style' - perfect for sharing. This sharing menu is complimented by a delectable bevera ge menu to complete a fantastic dining experience. Dine indoors or outside in tranquil surroundings on the terrace.

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Kazu – Japanese Cuisine Kazu is a true taste of Japan. Discover the tasty delights created by our Teppan chefs, savour culinary masterpieces from our sushi chefs and enjoy a mouth-watering selection from the robatayaki grill. With a dedicated sushi and sashimi bar, a tempura station as well as sake experts to recommend the perfect accompaniment to your meal, Kazu provides the perfect authentic Japanese dining experience.

Atayeb Arabic-Mediterranean Restaurant A delectable fusion of flavours from regions bordering the Mediterranean and Arabian Gulf, Atayeb takes Moroccan, Tunisian, Lebanese and Syrian old world tastes and gives them a modern flair producing delicious hot and cold mezzeh, stews, tajines and couscous dishes.

Angar – Indian Cuisine Angar brings a taste of authentic India to Abu Dhabi, taking traditional Indian flavours and spices and giving them a deliciously modern twist.

Specialities include marinated meats and seafood rich in flavour, served directly from the tandoor with the freshest naan and roti.

Latitude And Longitude Pool Bar Latitude and Longitude are located on the rooop of the hotel adjacent to our stunning infinity pool.

As the sun sets, this alluring roof deck transforms into a stylish lounge bar, with outdoor seating, chilled beats, premium specialty cocktails, and delicious snacks – all with stunning views of the Yas Marina.

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ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Enter a sanctuary of award-winning rejuvenation at ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, where classic healing traditions blend with modern techniques to provide an inspirational experience.

ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi transcends the expected, with nine treatment rooms, separate private areas for male and female guests, a relaxation lounge overlooking the Yas Marina race

track, plus the Viceroy Presidential Treatment Suite featuring its own hammam, steam room with a rain shower and color therapy, and Kinesis fitness equipment. Through a detailed offering of spa treatments, each guest will find a tranquil retreat for pampering and relaxation, emerging with a renewed energy and spirit.

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Things To Do in Abu Dhabi at Yas Viceroy Exhilaration. Sophistication. Relaxation.

Located right on the Yas Marina Formula 1™ Circuit, makes Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi a landmark across Yas Island and one of the world's most extraordinary destinations.

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Things To Do Located on Yas Island and only 25 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi offers guests a fantastic and diverse range of activities, aractions and cultural adventures to experience and enjoy.

Yas Island itself is home to some of the UAE’s most exciting aractions, racing events, concerts and much more. Downtown Abu Dhabi is only a short drive from the hotel and is the perfect destination to relax, shop or explore the cultural side of Abu Dhabi. The choice is all yours. www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

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Fancy yourself as the new Lewis Hamilton? Or maybe you feel brave enough to take the passenger seat in some of the most powerful automobiles on earth? or maybe perhaps you just want to be a spectator to some amazing motorsport or would just like to explore this amazing location?

The Yas Marina Circuit Experiences put you ďŹ rmly in the driving seat with an impressive selection of driving experiences. As just a small taster here is a selection.

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MERCEDES-AMG GTS DRIVING EXPERIENCE Race around the track with this compact beast and feel the power of this vehicle from the moment you start the engine. Mercedes-AMG GTS has an astonishing 510-horse power, 4.0-liter twin-turbo engine guaranteed make your drive a memorable one.

JAGUAR F-TYPE S COUPÉ DRIVE A HEART-POUNDING EXPERIENCE WITH A SOUNDTRACK TO MATCH A true Jaguar sports car, the Jaguar F-TYPE S delivers responsive performance that sets your pulse racing . The dramatic design makes you stop and stare. Get behind the wheel and experience the thrill of the latest in a distinguished sporting bloodline.

Life. It’s not about figures. It’s about feelings. The Jaguar F-TYPE S is a potent mix of power, performance and handling. At the beating heart of every Jaguar F-TYPE S is a supercharged engine, which provides even greater power and a

3.0 litre v6 supercharged 380ps engine with a soundtrack to match. The Jaguar F-TYPE S dials up the excitement with sport suspension, adaptive dynamics and a limited slip differential.

In the Jaguar F-TYPE S you and the car become one. Every aspect of its 1+1 configuration is designed to create a bond. It wraps around you, taking your driving experience to greater heights.

The cockpit provides close-to-the-centre-ofgravity seating for a complete connection with the car.

Let true sporting exhilaration awaken your senses.

WHAT TO EXPECT Before you climb into the Jaguar F-TYPE S, you’ll receive a technical briefing from the Jaguar experience instructor. You can either choose to go out on to the track as a passenger or as the pilot/ driver.

The Jaguar F-TYPE S drive experience is suitable for all driving levels and takes place in a controlled and safe environment, under the supervision of track professionals.

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FORMULA YAS 3000 Put yourself in the shoes of a professional racing driver revving a 3000cc V6 engine. This raceworthy engine was developed specifically for the circuit by high performance Formula 1® engineer Cosworth.

Get a grasp of the inner workings of this racing car and experience truly sensational performance firsthand. You’ll be in charge of the paddle shiers which help shi the gear box up and down. Two onboard video cameras will capture your drive and allow you to re-live the action later on.

Don’t just take our word for it. Watch Formula Yas 3000 in action.

WHAT TO EXPECT Before geing into the driver’s seat of this vehicle, you’ll be suited up in full race gear and helmet, followed by a technical briefing from your racing coach. Next, you will take familiarization laps around the circuit in a Renault vehicle. During these slow laps, your coach will explain the racing line and how to approach each corner.

At this point you should be ready for the real action. You will be taken back to the pits, where you’ll be further briefed on your car before being tightly strapped in. Prepare to feel every bump, ripple and sensation of your drive – you've never been this connected to a driving machine! For this experience, five cars are scheduled per session.

Your instructor will lead the way on pace laps along the circuit. With wings and slick tyres, this car gives razor-sharp responses. Remember to relax behind the wheel, as even the slightest driver input delivers a noticeable direction change.

Over the course of your driving session, the challenge is to improve your racing technique. At the end of your session your instructor will provide you with some detailed feedback and discuss how you might improve your technique.

Spectators and friends are welcome to relax and watch your experience.

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SUPERSPORT SST PASSENGER

ASTON MARTIN GT4 PASSENGER

You don’t have to be behind the wheel to get a taste of the track. Let a professional racing driver take you for an incredible ride in the Yas Radical SST. Like its name suggests, this vehicle provides an extreme experience.

Imagine the drive of your life in the customized racing passenger seat of the distinguished Aston Martin GT4 and flying around the Yas Marina Circuit at pace. This passenger experience is not only about the illustrious vehicle and the purr of one of the best sounding engines ever made, but also the skills of the professional racing driver at the wheel.

Coasting in the Yas Radical SST around our Formula 1® circuit stimulates the senses. Each shi of the gears will make you feel like a champion. Listen to the sound generated by this highly tuned four-cylinder racing engine as the Yas Radical SST accelerates down the pit straight – it’s mind-blowing!

WHAT TO EXPECT Watch as your driver expertly builds momentum, braking and accelerating along the circuit’s curves.

Depending on the track configuration on the day of your experience, you may sail beneath the exquisite Yas Hotel and pass Yas Marina, or experience one of the most difficult hairpins on an F1® track and the longest straight on a current F1® circuit. Yhe sheer exhilaration of being propelled around a race track touched by legends will make your heart race!

The Aston Martin GT4 has all the refinement and grace of its road friendly counterpart, the Vantage, but is modified to suit professional racing needs. Once in the car, you’ll notice the impressive interior fied with additional instrument panels, protection bars and customized windows.

Light on its wheels, the Aston Martin GT4 navigates sharp corners with ease and crosses a straight with the swiness of a cougar. Built in an entirely separate factory by racing specialists, the GT4 combines a powerful 4.7-litre V8 engine with sleek curves, high-acceleration and sophisticated performance.

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WHAT TO EXPECT You will be briefed by your Yas Racing School expert driver before relaxing into the Aston Martin GT4 for three flying laps around the Yas Marina Circuit.

YAS MARINA CIRCUIT VENUE TOUR Explore of one of the world’s most advanced Formula 1® circuits from the inside out. On a guided Venue Tour of Yas Marina Circuit, you’ll get to immerse yourself in a world usually seen only by race drivers and their teams.

WHAT TO EXPECT You’ll be shown around the circuit in the comfort of a luxury air-conditioned vehicle, stopping at key locations including the North Grandstand, the Yas Marina, Shams Tower and the Yas Drag Racing strip.

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This excursion is a must for all motorsports fans and visitors to Abu Dhabi.

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FERRARI RECORD BREAKING ROLLER COASTER, FLYING ACES, ACCLAIMED FOR HAVING THE WORLD’S TALLEST LOOP AND STEEPEST STARTING HILL INCLINATION, IS SET TO LAUNCH DURING THE FIRST QUARTER OF 2016

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is set to welcome thrill seekers from around the world onboard its record breaking roller coaster Flying Aces.

The first of many surprises to be unveiled as part of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s expansion, Flying Aces, is set to take guests to speeds up to 120kmph along a 1.5km track featuring a 52 meter (170) tall loop and a 51 degree steep li. The architectural masterpiece will offer extreme gravity defying flight acrobatics that include a non-inverted loop, down flips and plenty of airtime.

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WORLD Commenting on the launch, Jesse Vargas, General Manager at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi said: “The groundbreaking engineering and technologies behind this bi-plane coaster will give guests the thrill of their lives. We have completed 50 per cent of the construction of Flying Aces and are simultaneously working on other rides and aractions to launch in 2016.

We have made a complex roller coaster emerge under our red roof in less than a year, an amazing achievement, especially when we take into consideration that most other theme parks take approximately 3 years to deliver a similar feat.”

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Due to its exceptional thrill features and strong connection to Ferrari’s heritage, the first plane themed coaster is also the first of five major rides & aractions to be launched as part of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s massive expansion. Already home to the world’s fastest roller coaster ‘Formula Rossa’, the bi-plane themed coaster represents the latest addition to the Park’s offering. Flying Aces brings to life the story behind Ferrari’s Cavallino logo, inspired by Italy’s ‘ace of aces’ Count Francesco Baracca. Count Baracca was a famous Italian aviator in the 1900’s and his legendary Prancing Horse emblem was inherited by Enzo Ferrari for good luck.

In 2014, the Park revealed to the world its extraordinary expansion plans that will add more rides and aractions to appeal to guests of all ages. The innovative offerings are expected to increase the Park’s overall capacity by 40 percent, reduce waiting time and enhancing the overall guest’s experience.

In regards to the expansion, Jesse added: “We are very proud of our expansion’s progress to date and how close we are to achieving our goal. There hasn’t been a theme park that has been adding to its offerings at the pace we are seing.

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The amount we have invested in our expansion is roughly the same it would cost to open a new Park.

We are confident that the new rides and aractions will satisfy our guests thirst for family excitement and white knuckle thrills.”

The Park recently launched Karting Academy for guests to challenge one another in electric powered go karts, and for the lile champs, an allnew Junior Training Camp has been enhanced with a so play area and a winning mix of climbing activities. In addition, guests finally have the chance to drive the dream aboard a Ferrari California with the brand new Driving Experience, offered for the first time in a theme park.

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The world’s first Ferrari-branded and largest indoor theme park is home to a winning mix of Ferrari inspired rides and aractions, the biggest Ferrari Store and a range of authentic Italian dining options, so there’s plenty of choice for the whole family!

Beneath its gigantic, iconic red roof it houses numerous high-adrenaline rides including the spectacular new Flying Aces ride, featuring the highest rollercoaster loop in the world, the world’s fastest rollercoaster, Formula Rossa, with a top speed of 250kmph in 4.9 seconds, family-friendly aractions, state-of-the-art simulators, electricpowered go-karts, live shows and an inspiring treasure of racing memorabilia! Open 365 days a year, at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi the fun never stops as it offers a unique experience for visitors of every age in a refreshing, indoor, climatecontrolled environment.

"Enjoy a luxury drive in a Ferrari around Yas Island!

Fold back the hard top, take the wheel and feel the thrill of driving a Ferrari California first hand with the Driving Experience."

"Brave the ultimate loop! Twist and turn upside down on Flying Aces, the rollercoaster with the highest loop on the planet!

Family Fun Keep your children captivated with our fun rides and experiences designed for young ones and families.

Junior GT Exhilarating driving education for young ones.

Junior Pilotas start your GT engines! You’re kid’s driving education is only a few steps away. Junior GT is the first experience the Ferrari Driving School has to offer. Aer watching an educational film, the aspiring Gran Turismo Pilotas will receive instruction from trained experts. Then it’s time for them to get on the road and behind the wheel of a fun-sized 430 GT Spider.

Tyre Twist Take a spin with a difference. Jump inside a giant F1™-inspired tyre and get ready to twist. Based on the traditional teacup ride, prepare to slide and collide into your fellow riders as you rotate at speed. With each tyre seating up to five passengers, it’s the perfect way to share some Ferrari fun with family and friends.

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Fast Lane Put your Ferrari knowledge to the test. Consider yourself a Ferrari expert? Let our live host put your wisdom through its paces in this racy interactive game show. There are prizes to win if you’re Ferrari wise. And if you’re super Ferrari smart, you could even be crowned the Fast Lane Champion! *Timed araction

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Speed of Magic Adventure with Nello Journey through a majestic 4D fantasy universe with Nello, a mischievous Ferrari driver. He dares to go where no Ferrari has gone before, and wants you to come along for the ride of your life. Dive into oceans, fly over cliffs and venture into ice caves while simulator technology teases your senses with changes in temperature, moisture, light and movement along the way.

Galleria Ferrari Get up close and personal with Ferrari’s car making history with this spectacular collection of classic and contemporary Ferrari cars, all owned by private collectors. Exhibits range from 1947 models through to the latest Ferrari drive, plus a limited edition F355 Serie Fiorano. Discover facts and stats about each car along the way, and listen to the roar of different Ferrari engines as you go.

Made in Maranello Go on in-depth tour of the Ferrari factory and discover how a Ferrari GT is made. Previously a privilege reserved only Ferrari owners, you’ll gain an exclusive insight into the entire manufacturing process – from the early design stages, to the machining of engine parts and painting, right to the final hand assembly and testing on Ferrari’s Fiorano Circuit!

Driving with the Champion Climb aboard this cinematic motion-based simulator and become a trainee engineer alongside a virtual F1™ pro. Experience the thrill of mastering the corners of the Fiorano track, and hit the streets of Maranello at lightening speeds.

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Bell’Italia Enjoy a leisurely change of speed and explore miniature Italy in a small-scale Ferrari 250 California, circa 1958. From breath-taking cityscapes to famous landmarks and racing venues, tour the picturesque Portofino and the Amalfi Coast, Monza Racetrack, the Colosseum di Roma, Venezia, and of course, Maranello.

Junior Grand Prix The racing school for kids is the second component of the Ferrari Driving School. Aer watching a Junior Grand Prix educational film, kids will receive instructions from the trained experts before geing behind the wheel to pilot a perfectly scaled-down Ferrari F1™ racer. Junior Pilotas hone their racing skills along a challenging course of hairpin turns and straights, hugging the tracks like true F1™ drivers. They’ll live the dream that many long

Khalil’s Car Wash This interactive play area has lots of fun for lile ones and toddlers. They can climb the grandstand, slide down the carwash and let their driving imagination run wild with remote control Ferraris and pedal cars.

Viaggio in Italia Take your seat, be elevated high into the dome of this multi-sensory simulator and soar over spectacular Italian landscape. Inspired by the legendary open-road endurance Mille Miglia race, you’ll glide high over the mountains and villages, and through the cities and vineyards of one of the world’s most beautiful counties that craed one of the world’s most beautiful cars.

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Fast Fun Feel the thrill of what it’s like to be a Scuderia Ferrari driver swith our fascinating rides and experiences designed for those with an appetite for G-force and velocity.

Fiorano GT Challenge Release your competitive streak and race friends on twisting parallel tracks in a Ferrari F430 Spider. The circuit is based on real GT racecourses, so brace yourself for furious hairpin turns and exhilarating straights as you reach speeds of up to 95km/h. Will you out-manoeuvre and roar past your competing car in the frenzied sprint to the finish? There can only be one winner.

Scuderia Challenge Put your racing skills to the test with this state-ofthe-art simulator. Take the wheel and try to top the best lap times as you race a variety of Ferraris solo or with a group on the virtual Yas Marina Circuit. Scuderia Challenge will push your F1™ potential to the max. Don’t forget that this is a timed araction, so make sure you arrive at the Park early to sign up!

Formula Rossa Strap in, put your goggles on and prepare to be blasted 240km/h in 4.9 seconds on the world’s fastest rollercoaster. Aer scaling heart-racing heights of 52 metres and with the adrenalin rush of 4.8Gs riding high, you’ll cross the finish feeling like a true Scuderia Ferrari champion.

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Flying Aces Brave the highest rollercoaster loop on the planet!

Inspired by the legendary ‘ace of aces’ aviator, Count Francesco Baracca, Flying Aces is a rollercoaster like no other. Board your military biplane and scale 63 metres at a spectacular 51degree incline. Feel your pulse race as you fly through the world’s highest rollercoaster loop and hit speeds of up to 120km/h.

Driving Experience Live the dream and drive around Yas Island behind the wheel of a Ferrari California. You’ll receive a lesson into how to drive the car from one of our trained pilots, and a Ferrari expert will be on hand to give you some insider tips. With space in the back seat for up to two passengers, it’s the perfect adventure to share with family or friends. www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com

Karting Academy Indulge your competitive streak and sharpen your racing skills on the Karting Academy’s incredible 290-metre-long track Buckle up and prove you have the makings of a Scuderia pilot by outmanoeuvring friends and family all the way to the finish line.

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The Ria Park Hotels are set in the Algarve’s most exclusive location, between the Quinta do Lago and Vale do Lobo, in a sophisticated resort surrounded by the Ria Formosa Natural Park, luxuriant sub-tropical gardens, nearby golden sandy beaches and challenging championship golf courses.

Just 20 minutes from Faro International Airport, the Ria Park Hotels have exceptional facilities for leisure holidays and unmatched venues for events of all sorts and sizes, from board meetings and corporate incentives to large-scale events, such as international car lauches or brand collection unvailings, in an atmosphere of luxury, tranquillity and wellbeing.

The variety and flexibility of the award winning indoor and outdoor venues, with the professional and attentive support of the experienced Ria Park Events team, will ensure the success of your event.

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CIPRIANI YAS ISLAND TO SERVE IS FIRST TO LOVE

It all started in 1931 when a long-sought dream became reality and Giuseppe Cipriani Sr. opened the doors of Harry’s Bar. In a discreet stone building perched along a canal just off Piazza San Marco in Venice, he created a timeless and impeccably appointed establishment. His concept was to serve others as you would want to be served yourself. His vision of simple luxury came to touch the souls of people all over the world.

At Harry’s Bar in Venice, all clients are treated like royalty. Simple elements such as true service and devotion have elevated Harry’s to legendary status. Nonetheless, it became a popular destination for royalty, dignitaries and celebrities.

It was featured in international media and very quickly word of its impeccable quality and service spread around the world.

Many years later, the son of Giuseppe Sr., Arrigo Cipriani, opened his first restaurant across the ocean, in New York. The location was perfect, with two big windows that opened towards Central Park, dividing Manhaan in two.According to Arrigo, he was excited to show people around the world who had copied the Cipriani name, that names are not what counts. What you have to copy is what is inside. And with the same spirit and passion of his father, in 1985 Arrigo opened Harry Cipriani on 5th Avenue and started the legacy of what has become one of the most recognizable hospitality groups in the world.

The secret of Cipriani isn’t about what can be seen or touched, but what can be felt and sensed. It is intangible but palpable. It can’t be patented, but even aer eighty-four years it hasn’t been duplicated by others.

Four generations of Cipriani have grown a single restaurant into a world renowned hospitality brand still recognized for its distinguished venues and service all over the world. The same quality and passion is embodied at Cipriani Yas Island.

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THE FOOD The concept of the food at Cipriani is easy. Simple Italian food done to perfection.

Our chefs come from all over Italy and no maer where they are from, they all use a combination of local ingredients and products imported directly from Italy; everything is made fresh in the kitchen every day including our pastas and famous desserts.

The restaurant menu consists of some of our traditional, signature dishes from Harry’s Bar in Venice, like the famous baked tagliolini, risoo Primavera, carpaccio alla Cipriani, invented by Giuseppe Cipriani Sr. in Venice in 1950, calves liver alla Veneziana, vanilla crème meringue and many others with an addition of items that change daily.

For groups, special events, and parties, we have several set menus available to choose from. They range in price to suit the budget of the event and we also have a drink package including both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.

CIPRIANI YAS ISLAND Cipriani Yas Island is the first location in the Middle East and North Africa region and brings with it all the tradition and style of the rich history of Cipriani. It is a 360 person capacity restaurant with a wrap around terrace, three private dining areas, Bellini Lounge, main kitchen, private kitchen, private bar, state of the art sound system and stunning views of Yas Marina and Yas Marina Circuit race track.

RESTAURANT From its style and location to the food, Cipriani Yas Island embodies simple timeless luxury. With couches, comfortable seats and a library, guests feel welcome and at home. Adding to this is our high standard of service. The interior design evokes the essence of boats passing through the canals of Venice with wood interiors, white leather seats and linen tablecloths.

No maer what type of event you are planning, Cipriani Yas Island can cater to all your needs from its private dining areas to booking the whole restaurant.

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THE BELLINI LOUNGE Just as the original Harry’s Bar in Venice, the bar at Cipriani Yas Island, called the Bellini lounge, greets you as you enter the restaurant. Guests typically enjoy their first drink with the signature Bellini, a perfect combination of fresh white peach puree and Prosecco, invented by Giuseppe Cipriani Sr. at Harry’s Bar in 1948. For events and special occasions there is a place for a DJ and curtains that can close off the area for private functions. Additionally, this is the location of the Yoo Sushi bar, serving the best sections of the fish for sushi, sashimi and tempura. The Bellini Lounge is a great place for cocktail receptions, and small events.

THE HARRY CIPRIANI ROOM The Harry Cipriani Room is a private dining area with its own kitchen and bar. It has approximately a 60 person seating capacity and tables can be arranged in any configuration including a single banquet table or groups of tables. It also has panoramic views of the Yas Marina and Yas Marina Circuit race track.

THE CROWN PRINCE ROOM The Crown Prince Room is a fun place for the boys.

It is a great private space for enjoying a cigar or reading one of the many books from the library.

It can also be used for intimate private events, comfortably seating around 20 people. It is said to be one of the personal favorites of one of the many royal dignitaries who visit Cipriani Yas Island, thus earning its royal name in homage to our honored guests.

THE VENETIAN ROOM The Venetian Room is a special sectioned area of the restaurant. Sliding wood and glass doors partition the room from the main part of the restaurant. It seats around 60 people and can be made into any dining configuration. It is a great space for parties, and corporate events or presentations. The exterior glass doors can also be opened to give full exposure and private access to the Terrace.

THE TERRACE The Terrace at Cipriani Yas Island is romantic and majestic. It overlooks the entire Yas Marina with its magnificent yachts and the Yas Marina Circuit.

Being perched over the marina water amid the night sky combined with the Cipriani atmosphere, guests oen find themselves swept away by this section of the restaurant. The Terrace seats around 130 people and can also be booked for private events. hp://ciprianiyasisland.com

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AMSTERDAM ID APARTHOTEL Amsterdam ID Aparthotel, which was the rst property of its kind, o ers guests complete independence with a choice of 127 spacious and comfortably furnished studio’s, one, two, three and four bedroom apartments. Explore the local scene in comfort from our apartments which are fully equipped with kitchens, living and working spaces and the ease of hotel services such as 24 hour reception, roomservice, restaurant and meet-

ing facilities. And if you would like to blow o some steam, you can break a sweat in our gym or just relax in the sauna. All the apartments are tastefully decorated in relaxing tones. Painted silhouettes of gables, nostalgic murals featuring old posters and labels and pictures of the city centre give a unique Amsterdam stamp to the apartments. With Amsterdam city centre and Schiphol Airport only 10 minutes away, travel to all the major attractions and business centres of central Amsterdam is incredibly quick and easy. This strategic location makes Amsterdam ID Aparthotel ideal for corporate travellers as well as couples, groups of friends or families on holiday. For the last ve years in a row Amsterdam ID Aparthotel has been voted The Netherland’s Leading Serviced Apart-

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Baggage capacity of 70 cu  also leads the class, and the fully enclosed rear private lavatory is the only one in the category featuring large windows for additional natural light.

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As a rethink of cockpit convention, class-leading next-generation technology — the Prodigy® Flight Deck 100 — facilitates intuitive singlepilot operation through smart-system automation. Leading the way for performance, the aircra flies just under 1,200 nm and takes off from runways as short as 3,125  (953 m) at maximum takeoff weight. It is also one of the fastest jets in its category, yet still has lower mission costs than competitors.

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FLIGHT DECK • Single-pilot operation • Reduced pilot checklists thanks to smart system’s automation • Three 12.4" interchangeable displays • So keys on displays minimize navigation time on menus • Flight Management System (FMS) with graphical flight planning capability — unique in its class • Integrated Electronic Standby Instrument (IESI) • Engine Indication and Crew Alerting System (EICAS) • Electronic checklist and system synoptics • Charts and Maps (SIDs, STARs) • Synthetic Vision System (SVS) — unique in its class • Weather radar with vertical scan capability • Coupled VNAV and RNP 1 • WAAS / LPV • Datalink via SATCOM — unique in its class • Central Maintenance Computer (CMC): quick fault location and isolation www.embraerexecutivejets.com /en-us/jets/phenom100e/pages/overview.aspx

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Service What do you want from a private flight? A certain brand of tea, served at the perfect moment? A private meeting room, with a dining table set for lunch? To lie back and enjoy a favourite film, along with a selection of canapés presented by your personal chef?

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Cementing itself as a favourite entertainment destination in the region, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi saw guests flock to the park throughout its third year of operations to enjoy its world’s first offerings. The unique Emirati-themed waterpark celebrates three years of success by reflecting back on key milestones and achievements in 2015, while looking forward to a fun-tastic year ahead for local, regional and international visitors.

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Further bringing the iconic Emirati theme of the park to life, new aractions through Legendary Adventures were launched giving visitors a true sense of Arabia. The ever-so-popular Ladies Night that took a glamorous twist in 2015 and the return of the park’s popular Resident Offer were key elements to the year’s success. Furthermore, 2015 also saw Team UAE clinching the World Flowboarding Championships for the second year in a row, with the world-renowned event being hosted at Yas Waterworld for the third consecutive year.

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CREATING A TRULY LEGENDARY EMIRATI ADVENTURE: YAS WATERWORLD’S SPLASHINGLY SUCCESSFUL JOURNEY THE WORLD’S ONLY EMIRATI THEMED WATERPARK CELEBRATES THREE YEARS SINCE ITS LAUNCH AND LOOKS FORWARD TO A FUN-FILLED 2016

The third anniversary of Yas Waterworld is the perfect way to kick-start a new year of celebrations, events, offers and announcements for visitors looking for a fun day out. Guests are invited to begin the year on an enjoyable note with the popular Yalla Friends 4-for-3 online offer now set to continue throughout the year, as well as the Resident and Annual Passes offers being available for a limited time in early 2016.

“Our world-class offering and thrilling rides, slides and aractions have been instrumental in establishing us as a preferred family-friendly destination in the UAE and the GCC region. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all our guests who have been part of our amazing journey for the past three years, and look forward to welcoming new and returning visitors as we announce some more exciting news later this year!”

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For a full day experience, this futuristic Yas Island waterpark spans an area of around 15 football pitches, with 43 rides, slides & aractions – five of which are one-of-a-kind.

Yas Waterworld visitors will be able to try the world’s first and largest hydromagnetic-powered, six-person tornado waterslide - it's over 235 metres long! For adrenaline seekers there are three-metre high waves on Bubble’s Barrel, which has the world’s largest surfable sheet wave for flowboards and bodyboards. The Bandit Bomber, a 550–metre coaster, is the first with onboard water and laser effects. Riders can shoot jets of

water at targets, drop water bombs and trigger special effects, while people below can spray them with water as they pass.

Siing atop Jebel Dana, the towering core of the park’s altitude-defying summit and measuring eight metres in diameter, the park’s gigantic pearl is Yas Island’s newest landmark. The park draws on Abu Dhabi’s heritage and has ‘The Lost Pearl’ as its theme. Visitors follow the story of a young Emirati girl on a quest to find a legendary pearl as they make their way around the aractions, which include a souk and pearl-diving exhibits.

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Rush Rider New to flowboarding or bodyboarding and want to improve your skills?This endless sheet wave brings SoCal-style fun in the sun to Abu Dhabi!

Rush Rider is the ideal place for you to begin your flowboarding and surfing career before graduating to Bubbles’ Barrel in the big league!

Bubbles’ Barrel The world’s largest surf-able sheet wave is here!With a 3m-high wave and 1,250-horsepower pumps pushing 7,000 litres of water per second, Bubbles’ Barrel packs some serious surf

Dawwama HydroMagnetic Tornado 6-person ra rideA 20metre high funnel, one ra, six people… The most exhilarating tornado ride in the world! Dawwama’s the perfect ride for a group of friends to share in an adrenaline rush!

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Jebel Drop Free fall speed slideWe think the platform for Jebel Drop is the best vantage point in the entire park. Of course, everything you see from here will be really small because it’s such a monstrous drop.

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Hamlool’s Humps Double hump speed slideR Kelly believes he can fly; get on Hamlool’s Humps and you will too!

Three massive humps on this slide will have you feeling alive

Liwa Loop Drop straight down into a high-intensity looping waterslideEver wanted to drop straight into a high-intensity, looping waterslide? You’ve finally got your chance with Liwa Loop – the first looping waterslide of its kind in the Middle East!

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Falcon’s Falaj Get the thrills of a roller coaster, but in the waterYou want a rush of blood to the head, look no further than Falcon’s Falaj. A six-person water coaster, Falcon’s Falaj will take you on a wild ride over twists, turns, rapids and drops – all guaranteed to have you shrieking with that perfect combination of fear and delight.

Opening hours: Daily from 10am until 6pm (winter months) and from 10am until 8pm (summer months) Location: Yas Island www.yaswaterworld.com

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The Crowne Plaza’s elegant lobby, with its high ceilings, vibrant deep blues and lavish gilding, is just a hint of things to come in this stylish, beautiful and luxuriant hotel.

The Crowne Plaza sits in a commanding position.

Gorgeous views of Yas Links with the endless blue of the Arabian Gulf stretching beyond make this a breath-taking spot. And with sumptuous interiors, a 25-metre outdoor pool, and numerous restaurants, bars and brasseries, the Plaza combines modern luxury with all the practical facilities you could need. Find all the island’s aractions at your feet, from the thrills and spills of Ferrari World and Yas Waterworld to the shoppers’ paradise of Yas Mall.

There are five restaurants and two bars on offer at this elegant hotel, offering buffets, brunches, live music and cuisine to suit every taste. If it’s Arabic and Lebanese food you’re aer though, look no further than Barouk. With its glorious shisha garden overlooking the Arabian Gulf, it’s the perfect place for a night out with friends.

Dining We’re ready to refuel when and where you are.

Enjoy a variety of food and drink options throughout the day, from fine dining to lighter meals at our full-service, on-site restaurant and lounge. Work or relax at your leisure with convenient in-room dining.

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Fitness & Wellness Maintaining your routine while traveling is important, especially when you’re short on time and on the go. We get it. The right workout—right when you want it—helps you stay focused, energized and on top of your game. So, recharge and feel ready for anything with our fully equipped fitness center and wellness options.

Business Services You may be far from home and the office, but our on-site Business Center and Services ensure you’re never far from what keeps you well connected and productive. Whatever your business need, our team is here to assist you—no request is too big or too small. www.ihg.com/crowneplaza/hotels/us/en/abudhabi/auhyi/hoteldetail

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Encounter the free roaming wildlife and beautiful rugged landscapes of Abu Dhabi’s stunning Sir Bani Yas Island from inspirational seings, culminating in the ultimate Arabian island experience.

Revel in the rare and ideal opportunity to combine three unique journeys of discovery in one unforgeable holiday at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts. Designed to resemble a coastal fortress, palatial splendour and gliering Arabian Gulf views await you at Desert Islands Resort & Spa. Live out your wildlife adventure dreams from rustic lodge luxury in the heart of the island’s vast Arabian nature park at Al Sahel Villa Resort.

Admire flocks of flamingos gracing the mangrove

lagoon and waves washing over pristine white sands from the shoreline barasti villas of Al Yamm Villa Resort.

Whichever seings you choose to experience, these Abu Ahabi resorts from Anantara enrich your island stay with complimentary transfers between our three retreats, giving you the freedom to enjoy all the facilities and pleasures of Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts, including pampering Anantara Spa rituals, timeless Arabian activities like archery and falconry, a wide range of water sports and of course a mouthwatering choice of restaurants.

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Rooms Our hotel channels the Middle East’s Arabian culture into premium Abu Dhabi accommodation fit for both luxurious and adventurous vacations.

Gaze out upon vistas of Arab Gulf waters and desert wildlife for a memorable desert holiday, while residing at one of the finest luxury resorts in Abu Dhabi.

Dining . Restaurants in Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts bring you the finest in world cuisine and present it with culinary panache in the most fabulous Abu Dhabi location.

Spa Drawing on the spirit of Anantara’s timeless philosophy, ‘without end’, which stems from ancient Thai origins, Anantara Spa Desert Islands is a paradise of healing sensuality. Embark on a pathway towards beautiful wellbeing, indulging in a range of exotic treatments, from Arabia’s time honoured rituals to age-old eastern health and beauty ideals from this idyllic Abu Dhabi spa resort. hp://sir-bani-yas-island.anantara.com

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An hour down the coast from Dubai, this Yas Island hotel lies within walking distance of the beautiful white sands of Yas Beach. Its location is also convenient to the central business district, just 20 minutes away. Aer your visit to the beach or business meeting, take in the upscale shopping, marina, Formula 1 race circuit, or thrilling rides at Yas Waterworld or Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest indoor theme park—all on Yas Island. The hotel offers a variety of comfortable, contemporary rooms with beautiful views. On-site restaurants offer refreshing dishes from around the world, and our naturally lit meeting space provides up-to-date AV equipment and room for 30 conference aendees in an energising atmosphere.

Rooms Rooms provide relaxing views of the Yas Links greens and the waters of the Yas Marina and Arabian Gulf. We offer a variety of rooms: Standard, Superior, Business Friendly and Suites.

Non-smoking and accessible rooms are also available by request. Standard amenities for all our Yas Island hotel rooms include Free Wireless High-speed Internet and satellite television.

Superior Room Equipped with all the standard amenities, Superior Rooms also feature a balcony that provides stunning views of the Yas Links greens or the azure waters of the Arabian Gulf.

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Cosmopolitan cuisine Experience a world tour of taste without ever leaving the hotel. Enjoy a wide variety of international dishes and terrace dining at Mint Restaurant or the sizzle of Latin-flavored dishes at Amerigos Mexican Bar and Restaurant. Visit Sands, the poolside bar, for a snack or evening cocktail in outdoor elegance.

flavourful Mexican favourites like sizzling fajitas, quesadillas and enchiladas that will surely transport your taste buds to the heart of Mexico. www.parkinn.com/hotel-abudhabi

Amerigos Mexican Bar & Restaurant Chef Jorge Rodriguez gives you a taste of delicious dishes from his home country of Mexico at Amerigos! Indulge in succulent steaks and

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Yas Island Rotana is conveniently located on spectacular Yas Island, a breathtaking, destination that is sure to exceed your expectations.

Our 308 spacious rooms and suites abound with cosmopolitan flair are each meticulously designed to suit guests seeking privacy, individual service and unparalleled quality. Club Rotana as a hotel within a hotel offers personalised hospitality, comfort and all the extras that make a stay memorable.

Serving enticing cuisines our award-winning restaurant Choices, fine-dining steakhouse Blue Grill and Indian restaurant Rangoli, along with

Aquarius pool bar, Island Café and Y bar, invite our guests for unforgeable dining experiences. Our nine fully equipped, flexible meeting rooms and a spacious ballroom with sophisticated décor, are certain to leave a lasting impression on every delegate and guest.

Tranquillity, invigoration and relaxation are only a visit away with Bodylines Fitness & Wellness Club.

Enjoy massage treatments, gym and spa facilities and our outdoor and kids pool.

For the pinnacle of luxury and comfort, look no further than Rotana. Yas Island Rotana offers 281 rooms and 27 suites abounding with cosmopolitan flair and meticulously designed to suit guests

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Our accommodation boasts a wide array of modern amenities.

Dining Yas Island Rotana, Abu Dhabi, offers a wide array of unforgeable dining experiences, designed to meet the needs of the modern traveller. Whatever the occasion, and whatever style of cuisine you prefer, we have the perfect range to suit every taste.

CHOICES Choices restaurant offers an unforgeable dining experience featuring a wide variety of both Asian and international cuisines.

BLUE GRILL Blue Grill steakhouse offers contemporary, refined cuisine in a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere. Hearty steaks of US and Australian Prime Angus Beef are the stars of the show in this restaurant, with choice cuts and more all chargrilled to order. www.rotana.com/rotanahotelandresorts/united arabemirates/abudhabi/yasislandrotana/

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YAS VICeroY Abu DHAbI

As Yas Island Abu Dhabi's premier hotel, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi sets the standard for exceptional service throughout its 499 impeccable rooms and suites, 11 innovative dining and lounge venues, and the luxurious ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi. The interiors of this Abu Dhabi resort embody a contemporary fusion of elegance and momentum, created with sensuous curves and sleek lines.

Luxury Hotel Accommodation on Yas Island Experience the pure comfort, plush amenities and latest in technology that features in all of the generous guestrooms, with a minimum of 581 square feet or 54 square meters of space to relax and enjoy. To ensure that our guests stay in rooms tailored to their needs, Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi has

a variety of guestrooms to choose from, including interconnecting rooms and suites. Custom furnishings and modern conveniences highlight the guestrooms’ innovative design, matching the hotel’s striking architecture.

Dining & Nightlife Eleven dining and lounge venues at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi showcase cuisine from all corners of the globe. From lavish Mediterranean choices and house-made Italian pasta to Southeast Asian specialties and Japanese Teppan, from regional Indian delights to light snacks at our rooop infinity pool, this Abu Dhabi resort offers a spectacular array of choices to satisfy the cravings of every guest.

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ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi Enter a sanctuary of award-winning rejuvenation at ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi, where classic healing traditions blend with modern techniques to provide an inspirational experience.

ESPA at Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi transcends the expected, with nine treatment rooms, separate private areas for male and female guests, a relaxation lounge overlooking the Yas Marina race track, plus the Viceroy Presidential Treatment Suite featuring its own hammam, steam room with a rain shower and color therapy, and Kinesis fitness equipment. Through a detailed offering of spa treatments, each guest will find a tranquil retreat for pampering and relaxation, emerging with a renewed energy and spirit.

Things To Do in Abu Dhabi at Yas Viceroy Exhilaration. Sophistication. Relaxation.

Located right on the Yas Marina Formula 1™ Circuit, makes Yas Viceroy Abu Dhabi a landmark across Yas Island and one of the world's most extraordinary destinations. www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com/en/abudhabi *The hotel will be operated by Marrio International as Yas Hotel Abu Dhabi from 01 July, then aer a period of refurbishment will be a W Hotel, marking the highly anticipated debut of the brand in the dynamic city of Abu Dhabi.

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A MARRIAGE OF INNOVATION AND CRAFTSMANSHIP

AERO SYSTEM SPEAKERS BY LALIQUE A marriage of innovation and crasmanship, born from a meeting between Silvio Denz, CEO of the prestigious house of Lalique, and Jean Michel Jarre, the genius of electronic music.

Two worlds, which on the surface seem to be completely opposite of each other, have come together in their quest for excellence.

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To further their pursuit for innovation, these two men have combined their values and talents. Together, they have created an object that combines their expertise: the AeroSystem One® by Lalique.

In one respect, Jean Michel Jarre created the Aerosystem One® for Jarre Technologies, as the embodiment of a unique experience known for its unbeatable sound quality.

In the other respect, Lalique cultivates its tradition of excellence and innovation by seeking new forms in new worlds.

From these two worlds, the Aerosystem One® by Lalique was born, a speaker with extraordinary acoustic qualities, enhanced by crystal.

AEROSYSTEM SPEAKERS BY LALIQUE Lalique crystal, which decorates this speaker, reveals sparkling jets of water which emerge from the intriguing Masque de Femme, an iconic motif of this prestigious crystal house. This Art-Deco style mask reveals the face of a mysterious woman, with subtle features, surrounded by aquatic wildlife. Like a fingerprint, the face seems perfectly captured in the crystal. To create this piece of work, 13 master glassblowers blow, cut and polish crystal with their expert hands into a design that is so emblematic of Lalique.

The artisans from Lalique have managed to enhance and illuminate the speaker created

by Jean Michel Jarre and to raise it to the rank of a true piece of contemporary art. www.lalique.com/en/art/designers/jarretechnologies-by-lalique

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YAS LINKS

GOLF CLUB Originally built as a convent in 1621, the Sofitel Santa Clara hotel is a landmark nestled in the heart of Cartagena de Indias.

A perfect blend of vintage and contemporary, striking a balance between art and beauty to accommodate modernity and technology in unique surroundings.

Its walls, which acted as a defensive shield in the past, blend in with colonial balconies and republican buildings that evoke the splendor of bygone eras.In recognition of its cultural and architectural riches, the fortified city, with its castles and bastions, was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1984.

THE FIRST LINKS GOLF COURSE IN THE MIDDLE EAST Each detail tells a story.122 rooms, including 19 REGION. THE FIRST DESIGNED BY KYLE PHILLIPS, ONEfor up to suites, 6 meeting rooms with capacity 300COURSE people in the auditorium and equipped with OF THE WORLD’S LEADING GOLF DESIGNERS. the latest technology for events and THE FIRST OPPORTUNITY TO EXPERIENCE THE conventions.The Sofitel Santa Clara hotel offers UNIQUE TRADITIONS OF THE GAME. the perfect combination of age-old tradition, local

In 1995, aer significant efforts, the Sofitel Cartagena Santa Clara opened its doors as a luxurious hotel bursting with history, magic and impressive anecdotes.

hospitality and French luxury.With its blend of colonial architecture and modern comforts, the hotel offers comfortable rooms, personalized service, gourmet cuisine, a first-class spa, meeting rooms and cuing-edge technology for events, conventions and weddings 123 rooms including 17 suites

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An eighteen-hole course, a nine-hole academy course, clubhouse, golf academy and floodlit practice facilities, set against dramatic views of the Arabian Gulf—the course combines unparalleled visual glory with the thrill of golf’s ultimate test.

The Club "A course that will enhance both your game & your senses" Yas Links Abu Dhabi, the first Links golf course in the Middle East's, where noble heritage combines with stunning surroundings to enrich both your game and your senses in a truly unique environment.

An eighteen-hole course, a nine-hole academy course, clubhouse. Golf Academy and floodlit practice facilities, set against dramatic views of the Arabian Gulf - the course combines unparalleled visual glory with the thrill of golf's ultimate test. Yas Links presents the kind of challenges golfers the world over dream about.

"Yas Links Abu Dhabi. A true course. A real club."

A competitive spirit and honourable history are the hallmarks of all great golf clubs. At Yas Links Abu Dhabi we have combined these two qualities with some of the finest facilities in the region to produce a truly remarkable club. And that's what we are, a club, the latest in the long and distinguished history of Links golf, but the first true Links course in the region. From the moment we conceptualized this course respect has been paid to the game in this form, the land that we have enriched, and the vision that it is part of.

Through the traditions of this great game, the passion of what we have created and the enthusiasm in everything we do, we have created a course and a club that will enrich your lives at every turn. We are proud to bring the noble heritage of the traditional Links experience to Yas Island, a course that combines unparalleled visual glory with the thrill of golf's ultimate test.

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The Architect

Facilities

Kyle Phillips is a name that has become synonymous with great Links Golf Course architecture around the globe and his designs for Yas Links Abu Dhabi will only serve to enhance that reputation. With more than twenty five (25) years design experience across the world, he has earned a reputation for developing creative design solutions in response to a variety of environmental and planning issues. Nowhere has this dedication to tradition been beer exemplified than the first true Links course in the UAE.

While the Yas Links course has been designed to improve your enjoyment of the game, the Clubhouse boasts facilities that will improve your lifestyle.

Other examples of Kyle Phillips design philosophy include The Gove, London, UK, Dundonald – Loch Lomond Golf Club, Troon, and Kingsbarns Golf Links, St. Andrews.

"History may well come to regard Phillips as the inspiration for the 'natural' school of golf course architecture in that his creations give the impression that they have been laying dormant for centuries just waiting to be discovered."

- Golf Management Europe

Take a dip in our signature infinity pool. With views of the vibrant Yas coastline and the redemptive qualities of the cool sea breezes, it is an experience that will help you unwind at any time of the day.

Relax in our huge state of the art steam rooms, in either of the changing rooms, that combine the latest in spacious seating and stretching areas with lights and aromas that will help you reach the deepest knot in your body. Or soak in the individual experience showers located in your changing room.

Water therapy at its most beneficial, these showers produce a holistic experience through power, heat and lighting that will allow you to ease any strains that you might have picked up on, or off, the course.

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The Pro Shop A course such as this deserves to be played with the finest equipment. We provide a wide variety of merchandise that fits the tastes of our members, guests and visitors. We aim to provide unparalleled customer service of the highest level. We strive to give members, guests and visitors alike a friendly and informative welcome to one of the finest Links courses in the world.

All of the latest brands and collections can be found in the shop. Whether it be a smart new look or some extra distance on your drive Yas Links Pro Shop guarantees to enrich your golf game.

The Links Course "Yas Links presents the kind of challenges golfers the world over dream about."

A course that will test professionals, enthrall amateurs and excite beginners. A course that honours the traditions of the game, demands respect, yet offers so much. A course that celebrates the best in Links design, utilizes the unique weather conditions and complements its natural surroundings. A course that blends the latest in techniques and technology with the

timeless traditions of the game. A course that is ready to be played, enjoyed and discovered by you.

Unique in style, in design, in character, with a personality derived from nature, location and history…this is a golfing challenge for the purist, a truly authentic adventure of the senses. Yas Links is memorable in every way.

Hickory's Restaurant If informality is what you crave, Hickory's sports bar serves up the answers. A place where members can unwind and indulge at their leisure in a relaxing environment. Hearty fare, live sports on demand, regular events and entertainment - an essential ingredient for any members clubhouse and one of the focal points of ours.

Succulent steaks... wonderful wood-fired pizzas... warming pies... it's comfort food with class. Views over the golf course and a totally original design to help you meet and eat morning, noon or night. The ideal place to swap stories aer a round of golf, to start your day with breakfast, or take stock of the day. www.yaslinks.com

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NobLe The Noble M600 is a car produced not in competition to the current super car establishment, but one, we believe, that offers those serious about their driving, an alternative philosophy and a more rewarding driving experience. Each car is hand built in England, bespoke and built to our exacting clients individual requirements by a small team of crasmen. Carbon bodied, incredibly rare and exclusive, the M600 does not compete or align

itself with any other currently available super car.

Super light and with incredible power, the M600 boasts an impressive power to weight ratio of 542bhp per tonne, but that is only half the story, the rest is the stuff of legend...

The Noble M600 delivers the ultimate driver reward with a rush of adrenalin.

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e M600 ETHOS We believe that many super car manufacturers place too much emphasis on driver assistance, which, in our view, negates driver reward. Rather than rely on electronic assistance our back to basics approach concentrates on the more analogue qualities of design.

By utilising a principle of pure engineering integrity from the chassis up we ensure that the driving experience is an honest reection of the drivers skill, puî…&#x;ing you, the driver, back in control. Put simply, the Noble M600 is for those who love to drive.

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HAND BUILT AND BESPOKE The M600 is meticulously hand-built in England and individually finished to the owners taste and aesthetic requirements. Exterior colour choice is only limited to the buyers imagination. For those wishing for something even more rare and individual we offer the M600 CarbonSport, featuring visible carbon weave which can be either lacquered natural weave or colour tinted.

We encourage our clients to be involved throughout the build process, we invite and welcome our owners to view the progress of the build and to meet the engineers and personnel involved in its creation. It is our belief that a lasting personal relationship between the client and manufacturer is one of the huge benefits of low volume hand craed motor manufacturing. www.noblecars.com

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INTERIOR The M600 is primarily designed for speed and handling however this is not at the expense of either comfort or practicality.

The cabin features a traditional bespoke British hand built finish, with your choice of leather, suede or Alcantara. Contrast or matching twin needle stitching. Exposed carbon centre console, door cards and gear knob, hand turned knobs and bezels and fine quality wool carpets bound to the edge with leather.

The seats, designed and created exclusively for the M600, are of lightweight carbon fibre composite construction which can be bespoke upholstered to individual requirements. Seat backs can be natural exposed carbon or painted to match the exterior. Seat panels can be of any combination or colour.

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THE NEW 911 TARGA 4S

Yet again, everything comes back into play. It’s about a new benchmark. A sports car that has only ever existed once in this form. That has been a source of fascination for generations. And is firmly anchored in our heart and soul. It’s about the future of the 911.

We are always looking forward. Not sideways, never back. We don’t want to rest on the laurels of our past, no maer how illustrious it may be.

All the racing victories. The dreams. Our fans.

Thousands of ideas. We hold them in our hearts.

But we start from scratch. And we will give everything we’ve got. We will go on the aack, to get even beer. And we will fight, to defend our

lead. With one single goal: to create the next 911, one that can do more, deliver more and consume less than ever before. A sports car as beautiful now as it was on day one.

That is our tradition. And our future. We will give it our all. For the best 911 of all times: the new 911.

At Porsche, there are no conventions. Forbidding free thought? That’s forbidden. The only thing that maers is this question: how can we become even beer? Let’s put it another way: can we redefine the limits of engineering? Can we reconcile apparent contradictions? Yes, we can. With Intelligent Performance.

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EVER AHEAD The new 911 answers questions about the future of the sports car with a quantum leap in performance. By reducing fuel consumption, but not by suppressing emotions. By following a principle that has already changed everything once before: in 1974, with the ďŹ rst 911 Turbo.

Developed completely from scratch, the sixcylinder twin-turbo engines of the 911 Carrera and Targa 4 models with a displacement of 3.0 litres embrace this principle and perfect it in a forwardlooking way.

The stand-out qualities of the new twinturbo engines are their extraordinarily direct responsiveness and wide torque plateau, reached early in the low end of the rpm band. Combined with the high rev limit – and the legendary sound of a 911 six-cylinder horizontally opposed engine.

In short: excellent performance that feeds back to the driver in an instant. www.porsche.com/usa/models/911/911-targa4s/

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YAS MA Yas Mall is Abu Dhabi’s must visit, vibrant getaway shopping experience for every day, where everyone belongs. The experiential shopping destination, offers three floors of exciting, leading international and regional retail and restaurant brands, a 20 screen state-of-the-art cinema operated by VOX Cinemas and a family entertainment zone by Funworks. With engaging activities for family and friends, it is a great fun day out for everyone.

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YAS MALL IS HOME TO 2.5 MILLION SQ FT OF RETAIL AND ENTERTAINMENT AT THE HEART OF YAS ISLAND, ABU DHABI

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Located at the heart of the dynamic Yas Island, 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and just 10 minutes from the Abu Dhabi International airport, Yas Mall serves as a gateway destination offering an unparalleled retail experience to local residents, tourists and international guests. The well-connected mall is accessible, easy to navigate and boasts proactive customer service.

Offering fashion, entertainment and dining, all under one roof, Yas Mall serves as a contemporary destination of wide avenues, all leading to a spacious and light social hub, an urban oasis known as Town Square.

SHOP Yas Mall provides a one-of-a-kind retail experience. From volume retail to high-end designer labels to flagship department stores.

DINE With a wide array of European street style cafés at almost every corner and a spacious, multicuisine food court themed as a park, Yas Mall provides a dining experience for all tastes.

ENTERTAINMENT There are several venues at Yas Mall providing endless entertainment for the entire family including a 14-screen, state-of-the-art Grand Cinema covering two levels.

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YAS MALL FASHION WEEK 12 OCTOBER-15 OCTOBER 2016 Following the success of the 2015 Yas Mall Fashion Week, Yas Mall has further expanded this glamourous event into a mall-wide celebration of fashion, fame and beauty; in which visitors will embark on a four-day journey within the mall and around Yas Island, featuring regional and international brands, designers and celebrities.The event will feature multiple catwalk shows showcasing the latest collections for autumn/winter 2016/2017, in addition to live demonstrations from expert stylists, hair and beauty studios; as well as special promotions across a variety of leading international brands

within the mall. Among the brands participating are TRYANO, House of Fraser, Debenhams, BCBG, Ted Baker, Esposa, Maje, DKNY, Hoss Intropia, Laurel, Weill, and Makeup Forever.Ahead of this glamourous event, Yas Mall will also launch a unique competition for aspiring designers in the region, with the details to be revealed soon. www.yasmall.ae

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AJMAL DAHN

Wearing a perfume is more than just about smelling good and seeming presentable. For some people, it is about making a statement and leaving a good impression on others. There are also people who see it as a form of self-expression. For them, a perfume can be a reection of their personality and preferences in life. With a

multitude of choices available, ďŹ nding the perfume that absolutely suits your style and your purpose for wearing one can be a daunting task, especially in a land where Arabian oud perfumes abound. This is where Ajmal Perfume can help you.

Understanding the need to make the search easier and more convenient, Ajmal Perfume is

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continuously at work to create the highest quality fragrances available in the market today. Whether you are looking for the scent of traditional Arabic perfumes for men, or the new olfactory sensations offered by our best Arabic perfumes, we can help you stand out.

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Through our combined knowledge and considerable experience in identifying premium fragrances and the most notable names in the industry, we are able to offer an immense collection of the finest perfumes offered in the market today. Now, you do not need to search high and low to own a fragrance of world-class quality.

Whatever perfume you choose, you can be sure it

is created from top-quality materials and according to the most stringent quality standards.

With our portfolio of fragrances and our collection of various scents, we are able to offer a diverse array of choices that feature only the best. No maer what you prefer, be it a playful or a sophisticated scent, we have it for you. With our Arabian oud perfumes, you are sure to find a

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fragrance, a scent that truly represents all you are. If you want to liven up your evening or make a grand statement, then we surely have the fragrance that can help you do just that. For the best fragrances for both men and women, the latest creations of the biggest perfume makers, and timeless scents, Ajmal Perfume is here for you.

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ALDAr Aldar Properties PJSC, is the leading real estate developer in Abu Dhabi, and through its iconic developments, it is one of the most well known in the United Arab Emirates, and wider Middle East region.

Aldar develops exciting and innovative projects, such as the internationally recognized HQ building situated in the Al Raha Beach development, the Gate Towers in Shams Abu Dhabi on Al Reem Island, in addition to Yas Island’s F1 circuit.

From its beginnings in 2005 through to today, Aldar continues to shape and enhance the urban fabric of the UAE’s Capital City in addition to other key areas of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi.

Aldar’s shares are traded on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and it is a profitable, cash generative business that provides recurring revenues, and benefits from a diverse and supportive shareholder base. Aldar operates according to high standards of corporate governance and is commied to operating a long term and sustainable business in order to provide ongoing value for its shareholders.

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LuXurY reAL eSTATe Aldar seeks to create quality, comfortable, desirable destinations that enrich the lives of Abu Dhabi residents as well as tourists within the Emirate. Aldar is playing a leading role in the development and provision of world class retail at Yas Mall and The Mall at the World Trade Centre, international standard education through Aldar Academies, iconic entertainment venues such as the Yas Marina Circuit, and community amenities across its entire portfolio.

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Yas Acres

west Yas

This golf and waterfront development which will add 1315 villas to Yas Island, that is available for purchase by all nationalities , is one of the most significant new residential developments to be launched in Abu Dhabi by Aldar with a development value of over AED6 billion. Inspired by the concept of Yas Island Living, Yas Acres is located on the northern shores of the island.

Residents will enjoy the golf course and club house, parks, schools and vibrant waterfront right on their doorstep.

West Yas benefits from its exceptional position with a waterfront location over looking the natural mangroves that surround Yas Island. West Yas is available exclusively for UAE Nationals which will allow its residents to enjoy the proximity to Yas Mall and the multiple leisure facilities on Yas Island including, Yas Waterworld, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, Yas Links, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, du Arena and the F&B of the numerous hotels on the island.

Yas Acres, which upon completion will be home to 15,000 residents, is the embodiment of Yas Island Living, which emphasises community and puts leisure at the heart of everyday life. To achieve this, the full length nine hole golf course and member's country club sits at the heart of the development. This is accompanied by schools, mosques, community retail, a yacht club and marina.

West Yas will be home to over 1,000 villas, two retail centres, a community centre, a Friday Mosque and will benefit from extensive landscaping and greenery in the open public spaces. Aldar Academies will also have a school serving the community providing a comprehensive community facility line up.

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Mayan MAYAN comprises of seven contemporary buildings overlooking clear blue waters, stunning natural mangroves and lush green fairways of the Yas Links golf course.

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Comprising of Studio, 1, 2, 3 & 4 Bedroom Apartments as well as Golf Course Homes and Beach Front Villas, Life at Mayan is truly unequalled.

Mayan will benefit from amenities including multiple swimming pools, children's play areas, gymnasiums, retail outlets and of course is ideally located to enjoy Yas Islands' world renowned facilities including Yas Waterworld, Yas Marina Circuit, Yas Marina, Yas Links and Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Residents also benefit from its close proximity to the Yas Plaza Hotels offering Restaurants, Bars and Spa's - right on the doorstep of Mayan.

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18ct white & Yellow Gold Secret Garden Locket with Hand enamelled Garden Scene And Green Tourmaline 0.69ct Set Chain This beautifully craed 18ct White and Yellow Gold Secret Garden Locket is an exquisite piece of miniature art celebrating the idyllic beauty of the garden. From delicate 0.69ct Green Tourmalines adorning the chain evoking the rich colour of the trees to the intricately hand-engraved ivy leaves weaving their way around the magical 18ct Gold secret door, our award-winning crasmen in the workshop above our Fulham Road Flagship Store have brought the garden magically to life.

THEO FENNELL "JEWELLERY MUST BE SOMETHING EMOTIONALLY ENGAGING AND LIFE-ENHANCING, PERSONAL AND BEAUTIFULLY MADE. MOST OF ALL, IT SHOULD MAKE YOU FEEL QUIVERINGLY GOOD!”

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8ct white & Yellow Gold,Green Tourm20.18ct, Tsavorite 0.94ct Diamond 0.28ct winged Lion Pd The Winged Lion Pendant has been craed into a romantic heart shape from 18ct White Gold and outlined by a Tsavorite 0.94ct pavé. Centred with an antique cushion cut 20.18ct Green Tourmaline surrounded by pavé Diamonds 0.28ct and wings made from 18ct Yellow Gold.

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18ct white & rose Gold Paraiba 3.11ct Diamond 1.94ct blossom & Nightingale Pendant/brooch with bespoke box

18ct Yellow Gold 2.33ct Diamond bee Magnifying Glass Pendant on 36" Chain Theo's ever popular bumblebee takes on the magnifying glass in this exclusive One Off full of intricately designed quirks. Hand-craed from fine 18ct Yellow Gold by the expert crasmen working above our London Flagship Store, this beautiful Magnifying Glass is adorned with 2.33ct Diamonds and sits on a 36" Yellow Gold chain where lile bees also sit, buzzing to get out for summer.

Chain Length: 36"

This beautiful one of a kind suite, which pays homage to the natural world, consists of a Pendant -Brooch and a pair of chandelier earrings, both of which have been entirely handmade in our Fulham Road workshop by our extremely talented crasmen.

This delicately hand carved Pendant/ Brooch feature 18ct White Gold Nightingales carrying Briolee on the tips of white gold ropes. Set on an intricately designed garland of 18ct Rose Gold Flowers with Diamond 1.94ct disks and centred with a Paraiba Tourmaline Flower 3.11ct.

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SIR BANI YAS I FANCY EMBARKING ON AN EXHILARATING ADVENTURE? WE HAVE YOU COVERED AT SIR BANI YAS ISLAND! Explore the beauty of the land and get in touch with Mother nature by walking through a diverse range of fauna, and lock eyes with fierce predators such as the Cheetah or Hyenas on our fun and factual Nature & Wildlife Drive or perhaps you're looking for a relaxing escape? Let your cares slip away in our luxurious surroundings, combined with the natural beauty of our Island!

LAND ACTIVITIES • NATURE & WILDLIFE DRIVE • LAND SAILING • HORSE RIDING • CULTURE & HISTORY TOUR • NATURE WALKS • FALCONRY • ARCHERY • MOUNTAIN BIKING

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Admire the incredible wildlife – both indigenous and endangered - that inhabit and roam free on Sir Bani Yas Island. Lock eyes with a fierce cheetah, prepare to be in awe at the grandeur of a Giraffe and get close to our magnificent endangered Arabian Oryx herd, which is one of the largest in the world!

Let your cares slip away in our luxurious surroundings, combined with the natural beauty of Sir Bani Yas Island! Unwind with us whilst overlooking the crystal clear waters that surround the Arabian Gulf.

DINE

Explore the unique Arabian Wildlife Park that is home to many of our animals and is the result of years of conservation and re-vegetation work, which continues to this day.

Our vast Arabian Wildlife Park, which takes up approximately half the size of Sir Bani Yas Island, not only provides an authentic environment for wild animals and birds to freely roam, but an extraordinary experience for island guests as well. Learn more about this great reserve and the people behind the scenes.

Learn about our breeding programmes and conservation initiatives, for the marine life as well as the animals on land that play a vital role in the future of these spectacular species.

A wealth of culinary adventures awaits you on Sir Bani Yas Island. Whether it’s a romantic candlelit dinner on the beach with your loved one, or a delightful family feast at one of the Island restaurants; our diverse, freshly-prepared dishes are sure to tantalise your taste-buds.

STAY Not your typical island stay, escape to a place where you can enjoy luxurious accommodation, spectacular views and close encounters with a range of freeroaming wildlife. Stay on Sir Bani Yas Island, where a world of unique experiences awaits on this hidden gem that is just a short journey away from the bustling mainland. www.sirbaniyasisland.com

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ANANTARA SIR BANI YAS ISLAND RESORTS One resort destination. Three distinct experiences. Countless ways to explore, relax and indulge in exotic Arabian island life….

Arabian activities like archery and falconry, a wide range of water sports and of course a mouthwatering choice of restaurants.

Encounter the free roaming wildlife and beautiful rugged landscapes of Abu Dhabi’s stunning Sir Bani Yas Island from inspirational seings, culminating in the ultimate Arabian island experience.

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Revel in the rare and ideal opportunity to combine three unique journeys of discovery in one unforgeable holiday at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts. Designed to resemble a coastal fortress, palatial splendour and gliering Arabian Gulf views await you at Desert Islands Resort & Spa. Live out your wildlife adventure dreams from rustic lodge luxury in the heart of the island’s vast Arabian nature park at Al Sahel Villa Resort. Admire flocks of flamingos gracing the mangrove lagoon and waves washing over pristine white sands from the shoreline barasti villas of Al Yamm Villa Resort.

Whichever seings you choose to experience, Anantara enriches your island stay with complimentary transfers between our three retreats, giving you the freedom to enjoy all the facilities and pleasures of Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts, including pampering Anantara Spa rituals, timeless

The stylish rooms at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara provide complete luxury accommodation in Abu Dhabi for honeymooners, desert explorers and family holiday makers alike. Feel the spirit of the United Arab Emirates through striking indigenous fabrics and original artwork in all our hotel rooms. Our hotel channels the Middle East’s Arabian culture into premium Abu Dhabi accommodation fit for both luxurious and adventurous vacations. Gaze out upon vistas of Arab Gulf waters and desert wildlife for a memorable desert holiday, while residing at one of the finest luxury Abu Dhabi hotels in the region.

AL YAMM – ECO-CHIC AMIDST THE WILD Enter a haven of rustic charm at our Sir Bani Yas Island resort, with wood beams and touches of local flair inspired by the barasti of the early fishermen who inhabited the island. Modern resort comforts abound in each of these private Abu Dhabi luxury villas. Step off your deck directly onto the sand, enjoying the starry night and cool evening breeze.

Spend an aernoon admiring wildlife from the comfort of your villa overlooking the mystical hues of the mangrove lagoon and wild flamingos. The unique location of this island resort makes Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort a highly desirable choice for memorable holidays.

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Al Sahel

Nature and wildlife at Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts

Luxury sanctuaries amidst natural splendour Villas at Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Sahel Villa Resort offer modern spaces and panoramic views, one of the few destinations in the region where the wonders of the Arabian Wildlife Park can be admired from within private villas. An exciting addition to the choice luxury villas in Abu Dhabi, each villa is designed to blend seamlessly with nature, combining local tones and materials to create understated luxury havens set in the wildlife park itself.

Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts offer guests thrilling adventures. Discover kayaking, mountain biking, nature, Abu Dhabi wildlife and more with ample opportunities to explore the natural rugged beauty of this haven for adventure seekers. Whether you’re looking for an adrenalin-fueled vacation or a place to sit back, relax and soak up the sun, our resort delivers the ultimate UAE experience.

Dining at Sir Bani Yas Island Experience culinary delights from all parts of the world when dining at Sir Bani Yas Island. Fulfill all your cravings and satiate your appetite with Middle Eastern Cuisine, seafood and the juiciest steaks. Restaurants in Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts bring you the finest in world cuisine and present it with culinary panache in the most fabulous Abu Dhabi location.

The Abu Dhabi spa experience at Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara Drawing on the spirit of Anantara’s timeless philosophy, ‘without end’, which stems from ancient Thai origins, Anantara Spa Desert Islands is a paradise of healing sensuality. Embark on a pathway towards beautiful wellbeing, indulging in a range of exotic treatments, from Arabia’s time honoured rituals to age-old eastern health and beauty ideals.

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Let your cares slip away in luxurious surrounds, embraced by the unique natural beauty of Sir Bani Yas Island, overlooking the crystal clear waters of the Arabian Gulf.

Feel invigorated by scrubs and wraps that drench skin in the life giving qualities of exotic island balms and oils. Wind back the years and revive radiant beauty with luxurious, personally prescribed facials. Reenergise body and soul with deeply relaxing massages that combine the mysterious charms of Arabia with luscious aromas and stress relieving techniques from Thailand.

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This quintessential Arabian five-star hotel offers a true glimpse of Middle East travel thanks to its glorious location on Sir Bani Yas Island, a nature reserve off the coast of Abu Dhabi. The resorts sit on a pristine beach surrounded by warm waters safe for swimming and snorkeling. The combination of Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Resorts’s verdant natural surroundings and impeccable services makes for a complete luxury vacation experience.

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The ground breaking Marina Circuit at Yas Island is this year, once again, host to the Abu Dhabi Formula 1 Grand Prix which takes place from 25th to 27th November 2016. Now in its eigth year, the event, as always, promises a heady combination of fast paced action on the track, with top name concerts, and exclusive yacht parties.

A yacht at Formula 1 is a unique opportunity for corporate entertaining and superyachts are booked up to a year in advance offering an F1 experience where guests can feel part of the racing drama whilst enjoying the sophistication of superyacht entertainment. So don’t wait until is too late to book your yacht for F1.

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Eden Yachting is recognised as the leading and most respected brand in the yachting industry in the Middle East. Based in Dubai, we offer services in the fields of Yacht Sales and Purchase, Yacht Management, Luxury Yacht Charter, as well as Team Building Regaas and corporate hospitality at the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi and Monaco.

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