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Stock up on seasonal goodies at Christmas markets across the capital. Beach Rotana Abu Dhabi (02 6979000) will host its annual Swiss market featuring 35 wooden chalets, each packed with seasonal gifts, trinkets and edible goodies. The event runs from December 5 to 7 and, with a festive atmosphere and plenty of good cheer assured, it’s a great opportunity to get into the seasonal spirit not to mention finish off this year’s Christmas shopping ahead of time. Later in the month, look in at The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi, Grand Canal (02 8188888), where a festive food market featuring a selection of mince pies and other traditional treats will be in full swing at the hotel’s Italian café, Dolce.
With its laid-back approach and good-food-to-go philosophy this trendy new eaterie brings something new to the dining scene in Abu Dhabi. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, the artisan bakery and bistro is the ideal spot for those seeking tasty, healthy fare made from fresh, natural ingredients in addition to some more indulgent treats. Where: Le Royal Méridien Abu Dhabi. Contact: 02 6950450
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E X PER I E NCE Golf
The golf season is in full swing in the UAE with the much-anticipated 2014 HSBC Abu Dhabi Golf Championship due to take place in the capital next month followed by the DP World Tour Championship in Dubai in February. This month brings one of the most eagerly awaited events on Dubai’s golfing calendar – the Omega Dubai Ladies Masters, which sees the finest in the sport’s female talent battle it out at Emirates Golf Club. Visitors looking to hone their skills can choose from numerous excellent golf courses in the capital, including Yas Links, Saadiyat Beach Golf Club (pictured) and Abu Dhabi Golf Club, among others. For more information visit: golfinabudhabi.ae
D I S C OV E R Manarat Al Saadiyat
See what Abu Dhabi has in store for the future at the impressive exhibition in Manarat Al Saadiyat. Wander through nine chapters of the Saadiyat story and watch the capital’s cultural hub unfold through a series of interactive displays, electronic books and audio-visual media. Different sections of the exhibit focus on separate stages of the project from the five-star hotels and luxury villas built in phase one to the upcoming construction of the major galleries and museums to open here over the years, including Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, Louvre Abu Dhabi and the Zayed National Museum (pictured). Where: Saadiyat Island. When: 10am to 10pm. How much: Entry is free. Contact: 02 6575800 or visit: saadiyat.ae
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