cruise chef 865 Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 I will be visiting on a cruise later in the year and wondered what advice members can give on places to see or visit? Any help would be appreciated AFC04/03 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Seven Seas 147 Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 This blog post may help inspire you cruise chef http://www.bolsovercruiseclub.com/blog/2016/01/29/39750-is-abu-dhabi-the-new-dubai/. I've not been to Abu Dhabi myself, so can't really comment but look forward to hearing your thoughts when you're back as Abu Dhabi is certainly becoming more popular with cruise lines. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AFC04/03 156 Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 Yes yes yes you will not be dissapointed Cruise Chef!! I had family who lived in Abu Dhabi for two years and was lucky enough to visit a few times. If you are a F1 fan Yas island is a must do and if you are feeling fit you can rent bikes and ride the track! if you want something more sedate overlooking the course, Skylite the rooftop bar of the viceroy is stunning. The Palace hotel is another must do and judging by your name its well worth stopping here for lunch/dinner, If you have an overnight call. the pastries in the main atrium are heavenly, and if you have time, Hakkasan the Chinese resteraunt creates unbelieveble taste combinations. If you have time, Etihad towers opposite the Palace hotel has a bar called Ray's close to the top floor offering sweeping views along the coastline and out to sea, they also play some fantastic jazz music in the evenings. And thats me just getting started!! If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask. cruise chef and Furby 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
sammy sun 1084 Posted July 6, 2016 Report Share Posted July 6, 2016 It certainly looks an amazing place to visit. My father spent 5 days in Dubai last year before hopping over to Abu Dhabi for the Grand Prix. He absolutely loved it and came back with nothing but good stories to tell. I'm sure you'll have a great time. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted July 8, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Thanks AFC some great tips for me, if you can think of anything else please let me know AFC04/03 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
AFC04/03 156 Posted July 8, 2016 Report Share Posted July 8, 2016 Are you sailing into Dubai afterwords CC? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted July 9, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 9, 2016 Yes I should be there for the new year Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted July 15, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 15, 2016 Just had time to sit down and view excursions, thanks for the tip we will definitely be visiting Emirates Palace the Cappucino looks amazing as is the price for it, but I suppose its only the same as having an expensive drink in Raffles in Singapore or a cocktail @ the Shard in London Quote Link to post Share on other sites
maggieshoemou 66 Posted July 17, 2016 Report Share Posted July 17, 2016 I have been twice, First time over 20 years ago when it was still a dessert town with an amazing souk area, and recently in 2014 whilst on a world cruise. It is now a much more built up place and the old souk area is no more. However it is really nice and not as glitzy as Dubai. Abu Dhabi is far more wealthy than Dubai as a country and it was their President , Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan; that saved Dubai from financial collapse a few reas ago . Hence the name of Burj Khalifa.It is the capital of the Emirates. Very prosperous and not all high rise buildings as in Dubai.We took a tour from the ship and it was the best thing to do. No one walks around the streets in Abu Dhabi or Dubia as it is far too hot. We did a tour and the main event was to visit the SKEIK ZAYED MOSQUE. It was out of this world and well worth the visit. The carpet alone which covers the floor is the largest in the world and the opulence and beauty of the building is breathtaking. Do not miss this! Just to add if you do this make sure you wear the correct clothing as no flesh has to be seen so long sleeves and ankles must be covered and a head scarf for a lady. They are very strict and do not wear long white trousers as frowned upon.We past by the and stopped near the Palace Hotel for photos. We never went inside but having been in the Atlantis in Dubai and many more wonderful hotels I did not feel we had missed out on it . Saw lots of things from camels to beautiful streets with interesting statues as we drive from one place the next. I recommend doing a tour if you are on a cruise and do not have much time there. doratheexplorer 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted July 18, 2016 Author Report Share Posted July 18, 2016 Thanks very much for the ideas & advice, I will have a look at the tour options to make sure they are including the Mosque Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted November 29, 2016 Author Report Share Posted November 29, 2016 Just looking through the minefield that is prescription drugs for the UAE, never thought something as simple as Nurofen or simple cough medicine would be something you couldnt take. Looks like your not allowed to be ill until I leave Abu Dhabi!!!!!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
cruise chef 865 Posted January 6, 2017 Author Report Share Posted January 6, 2017 Thanks AFC04/03 for your advice, the Emirates Palace really was an amazing place to visit and the ride to Yaz Island next to Ferrari world was quite memorable. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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