Fairmont Bab al Bahr
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Overlooking a private stretch of beach
- Featuring spectacular views of the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
- World class dining
- Café Sushi
Our new daily Virgin Atlantic service to Dubai takes off from London Heathrow from 26th October 2024.
Looking to travel before then? Our partner airline Emirates offers multiple daily flights from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Newcastle.
As the capital of the UAE, Abu Dhabi offers a striking blend of 21st-century cityscapes and cherished traditions. Skyscrapers and water parks contrast with pristine gardens, luxurious hotels, and magnificent mosques, blending to create an awe-inspiring holiday destination.
Amidst the modernity, the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque stands as a symbol of cultural reverence. Beyond the city, thrilling desert excursions await in the vast and untouched beauty of the desert dunes, making Abu Dhabi a must-visit destination for anyone seeking contemporary luxury and timeless heritage.
Ancient traditions live side-by-side with contemporary architecture and world record-breaking feats in Abu Dhabi. Constantly developing, renovating and changing, the city always has something new to offer. From its sun-kissed white beaches to an ultra-modern skyline, holidays in Abu Dhabi are where city trips and beach breaks come together.
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UK + 3hrs
Arabic
UAE Dirham
7H 05M direct with Virgin Atlantic
If you’re travelling on a British Citizen passport, you can get a visitor’s visa on arrival in the UAE. This visa allows visitors to stay in the UAE for up to 30 days. The visa terminates automatically on departure and a new visa is issued on arrival each time the visitor returns to the UAE.
Abu Dhabi enjoys a year round warm climate with very little rainfall. Virgin Atlantic operate a winter service during which the weather is a more manageable temperature.
Ramadan is estimated to begin on 28th February or 1st March 2025. Visiting during this period offers a fascinating insight into Emirati culture and religious traditions.