12/10/2026
Monday Moods in Abu Dhabi, where futuristic skylines and world‑class resorts have grown from a culture of timeless, welcoming hospitality.
I’m currently out here on an educational visit and it has been the most wonderful, eye‑opening experience. Abu Dhabi is so often talked about as “another option to Dubai” or a smaller version of it, but it absolutely is not. It is different.
You still have all the modernity, hospitality and opulence you’d expect from an Emirate, but with a calmer, more considered feel. There is more nature and tradition woven through the city and beyond, especially as you head towards the desert. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is a true cultural centrepiece, and the many museums bring the story of the region and the nation to life, all sitting alongside whatever holiday style you are looking for.
For fun, thrills and the Grand Prix energy, you have Yas Island. For pure chill and understated luxury, there is Saadiyat. Then there are the desert resorts that feel like something out of a novel, with the opportunity to experience a sunset on horseback across the dunes.
Abu Dhabi really does have something for everyone.
Check out my Abu Dhabi highlights on Instagram to see what I’ve been experiencing, and if this sounds like your kind of escape, get in touch and I’ll help you plan your perfect trip.
