Holiday destination
UAE
Beyond Dubai, the United Arab Emirates offers Abu Dhabi's cultural landmarks, Yas Island's theme parks and the beaches and mountains of Ras Al Khaimah. Winters are warm and sunny, making it a popular winter sun choice.
Region: Middle East
Trip types on sale: Beach, City Break.
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Abu Dhabi
The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque and the Louvre Abu Dhabi.
View 4 holidays featuring Abu DhabiYas Island
An Abu Dhabi island of theme parks and a motor-racing circuit.
View 2 holidays featuring Yas IslandRas Al Khaymah
Mountains, beaches and desert in the most northerly emirate (also spelt Ras Al Khaimah).
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Best time to go
Who it suits
Getting there
Practical
- Time: 4 hours ahead of the UK in winter and 3 hours ahead in summer.
- Currency: UAE dirham
- Language: Arabic; English is widely spoken.
Typical daytime highs
- Winter (December to February). Typical daytime highs around 23 to 26°C in winter (December to February).
- Summer (June to August). Typical daytime highs around 40 to 43°C in summer (June to August).
These are typical ranges, not a forecast.
Things to do
- Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- See the Louvre Abu Dhabi
- Spend a day at Yas Island's theme parks
- Ride the zipline on Jebel Jais
- Relax on the beach
- Take a desert safari
Questions
How long is the flight to Abu Dhabi?
About 7 hours from London.
What is on Yas Island?
Theme parks, a waterpark and a motor-racing circuit.
UK passport holders should check the latest entry requirements on GOV.UK foreign travel advice before booking.