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  • Tag: Ferrari World

    • Where to go in Abu Dhabi this Eid?

      Posted at 9:32 pm by witsandnuts, on September 8, 2016

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      People in the UAE are extra happy right now because the second Eid holidays (i.e. Eid Al Adha) provides us a weeklong holiday. While I did a whirlwind trip to Philippines last July (the first Eid of the year after Ramadan), I decided to stay this time because I miss lazying at home though I might explore more of Dubai and some of the 7 emirates in UAE. If you are from the other side of the fence and would like to explore Abu Dhabi instead, this post is for you. Whether you are a tourist or resident randomly exploring this Eid, it will be worthwhile should you pick any of these. (Note: I have not considered those which I prefer to be explored when weather is not so sunny anymore.)

      Largest chandelier in the world, at the main dome of Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi, UAE. 10 meters in diameter, 15 meters in height, and 8 - 9 tonnes in weight.
      1. Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. This had been consistently voted amongt the world’s top 10 landmarks per TripAdvisor. If you only have 24 hours to spend in Abu Dhabi, this must be on top of your list. Entry is free of cost. You might want to take a peek through this post I previously wrote. Recommended duration of visit: 1 hour (unguided tour). (Tip: There are FREE guided tours in English and Arabic offered by the administration. Make sure you check their website for recent schedule.)

      Desert Safari, Abu Dhabi

      2. Desert Safari. The experience includes dune bashing, camel ride, buffet dinner, belly dance show, quad biking, sandboarding, and more. There are several tour operators which probably offer the same scope of attractions. However, if you book with Al Badeya Tourism which is leaning towards ‘clean fun’, the belly dancing is replaced by film showing. Further, alcoholic beverages are not available during dinner. Hence, it is suggested to double check with the tour operators what exactly is in store.  I have tried the Desert Safari in Dubai. I personally prefer the quality of desert/Liwa Desert in Abu Dhabi. On the other hand, I enjoyed more the shows (performed during dinner) in Dubai. (Tip: Take advantage of the deals that let you pay only for 1 person and the other 1 gets it for free. I normally use an Entertainer voucher.) Here is my recent safari experience early this year. Estimated duration of safari: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM (includes the pick up and drop off service from the tour operator).

      Desert Safari, Abu Dhabi

      Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
      3. Ferrari World. This indoor theme park was opened on the first year the Grand Prix  (the final race then) was hosted by Abu Dhabi. It offers rides with thrills which range from average (family/kids’ ride) to extreme (Formula Rossa). There are activities for the entire family. Every year, a new attraction is added in terms of rides and shows. The Flying Aces (aka daredevil ride) is the newest cookie from the oven. Recommended duration of visit: at least 3 hours.

      Tips:

      • Use Entertainer voucher or other deals to save on entrance fee. Or if you are intending to visit Yas Waterworld (see no. 5 in this post), you may consider getting the combo pass – for Ferrari World + Yas Waterworld. Tickets can be used months apart.
      • If you are not willing to spend on entrance fee and/or time-constrained but would like to have a photo taken with a Ferrari World background, head to Yas Mall (see no. 4 in this post) and proceed to the connecting hall to Ferrari World. At certain times, you will even find mascots which enriches photo op experience.

      Cityscape Abu Dhabi 2015

      Ferrari World as seen in the Cityscape event.

      Flying Aces

      Flying Aces at night. If you are a coward like me, you may proceed to the viewing deck, take photos and enjoy the screams!

      4. Rogo’s (roller coaster restaurant), Yas Mall. Housed in Yas Mall are some unusual concepts and one of this is this roller coaster restaurant. Basically, orders are placed via the tablet provided for each customer. Once the food is ready, it is ‘dropped’ from the kitchen upstairs; the yummies are then delivered via the roller coaster (with seat belts fastened) to the table. Fun experience.

      Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi

      One of the many courts in Yas Mall, the largest mall in Abu Dhabi. I personally liked this mall because of its sustainable architecture. Look at that roof. It may seem sunny during the summer, but it is cold inside the mall. Continue reading →

      Posted in Travel, UAE | 3 Comments | Tagged Abu Dhabi, Corniche, Desert Safari, Eid Al Adha, Emirates Palace, Ferrari World, Heritage Village, Jumeirah Etihad Towers, Manarat Al Saadiyat, Masdar Instiute, Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Yas Waterworld
    • Free entry to Ferrari World

      Posted at 8:05 pm by witsandnuts, on June 13, 2016

      Ferrari World, Ramadan 2016

      Flying Aces at sunset during our last Thursday’s visit.

      Good news, everyone! You may now enter Ferrari World for free.

      I know a number of people who are interested to visit Ferrari World (and had actually visited) just to look around, take photos, eat gelato and the yummy Italian dishes in their restaurants, watch the adventure seekers, both the brave and coward mingle as they get a taste of the fastest roller coaster in the world (i.e. Formula Rossa) and the super brand new tallest loop (aka Flying Aces), but NEVER to ride in any of those. Although I tried the Formula Rossa once which earned me bragging rights (hahaha), embarrassing photo while on the ride and weeklong painful neck, I belong to the category of ‘just wanna look around’. Continue reading →

      Posted in UAE | 4 Comments | Tagged Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World
    • The Flying Aces at Ferrari World

      Posted at 5:41 pm by witsandnuts, on February 29, 2016

      The ‘daredevil’ ride (aka the flying aces) has finally opened in Ferrari World last week. It is the first of the 3 newest extreme rides (the other 2 are still being cooked) in the largest indoor theme park in the world. While I am not a fan of roller coasters because I have some sort of selective acrophobia, I always look forward to observing and gasping breaths through the adventure seekers’ own experiences. To this date, I can say that the rides in Six Flags Magic Mountain in the US is the most extreme for me. Right there and then and every where – those were all a testament that there are plenty of risk takers in the world, how liberating it was to be with carefree people, and that I may agree with those who dubbed it as the happiest place on Earth instead of any of the Disneyland. Continue reading →

      Posted in UAE | 4 Comments | Tagged Abu Dhabi, Ferrari World, Flying Aces
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    • About witsandnuts

      Snapchat-5703935704258315256 Marhaba! That's "hello" in Arabic. I am an expatriate based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates (UAE). I started writing about my adventures and misadventures few months before arriving here at winter of 2008. I have 2 cats and a dog who live harmoniously together. I am also surrounded by kindhearted, crazy, funny and indescribable humans! I was a dormant blogger for almost 3 years because of countless reasonable justifications like watching football, postgraduate studies, sleeping, traveling, caring for the world, and more! :) I am just so happy that I am back! It is never too late to catch up with the people and things we really care about. Feel free to look around.
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