Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates, is one of the most popular cities in the world. This highly urbanized city is known for its high quality of life, making it an attractive destination. With its unique fusion of a contemporary cityscape & lifestyle with that of traditional Middle Eastern culture, one can be assured of an enjoyable and memorable experience in Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi’s desert island, Sir Bani Yas is one of the most popular destinations, and the Desert Islands Resort & Spa by Anantara is a highly recommendable luxury Sir Bani Yas hotel.
Sir Bani Yas located roughly 36km from the eastern coast of Abu Dhabi is rapidly developing into an exciting tourist destination. The island houses the Arabian Wildlife Park, one of the most successful Middle Eastern wildlife and conservation projects. The beautiful island is known for its amazing creatures, stunning scenic beauty, and exciting attractions, making the island a great destination for a desert island adventure.
Spending a weekend at Sir Bani Yas allows you to explore this amazing island and check out all its fascinating attractions and sights. Wildlife safaris are without a doubt the main attraction of Sir Bani Yas, as the island is home to animal species such as cheetahs, hyenas, giraffes, Arabian oryxes, desert lynxes, gemsboks, and Somali ostriches. Driving up the island, or even cycling, will allow you to get up-close and personal with the wildlife of Sir Bani Yas. The waters around Sir Bani Yas are also thriving with marine life, so boat rides are full of surprises. You can also spend your weekend diving and snorkeling if you want a closer look at the marine life. The island also allows visitors to engage in adventure activities such as biking, archery, falconry, and horse riding. When you’ve had enough fun, you can check in at one of the world-class resorts on the island and pamper yourself with spa treatments, lavish meals, and many other luxury services. Island experiences don’t get any better than this!
Nigel Walters is a travel writer, who writes under the pen name, Fritzjames Stephen. His content is based on the myriad of experiences and indulgences that the world has to offer travellers across all walks of life.
