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Time Out Dubai
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out Dubai
Here's a kid-approved itinerary for exploring Abu Dhabi this summer
Here for the summer? Good news is the ultimate staycation destination is just a short drive away. Abu Dhabi's got the sights, the thrills and best of all – your kids will love it, trust us. Whether you're planning a family break or want to feel like you're holidaying, the capital's serving up everything from adventure park fun to heritage site tours. What's more, to keep the little ones entertained, the city has gone all out with a summer line-up that's been approved by the experts themselves – the kids. Here's how to have a jolly holiday in Abu Dhabi. Book the Kids Go Free package at Yas Island Across Yas Island, the kids under 12 enjoy free dining and stays at iconic hotels and get free access to three record-breaking indoor theme parks. And there's plenty to do and see, all within a few minutes of each other. Chase the high-speed thrills at Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, meet your kiddo's (and your) favourite action heroes at Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi or cool down in more than 20 new rides, slides and splashy experiences at Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi. Book now Kids get their very own 'Abu Dhabi passport' In the Abu Dhabi Little Do activation, Kiddos will get their own Abu Dhabi passport at a hotel check-in desk for free. On the passport, you'll find fun activities, as well as pages to collect stamps at key attractions across Abu Dhabi like theme parks, Saadiyat Beach Club and teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, while you're creating unforgettable memories as a family. However, the real fun is this – the more stamps they collect, the more prizes they can redeem. Collect the prizes at Passport HQ, at Manarat Al Saadiyat and Louvre Abu Dhabi. From sun visors and beach balls to water bottles, sand toys and even an Abu Dhabi Monopoly Game, something exciting is up for grabs for everyone. From heritage to art: There is a lot to see And that's one of the best things about staying in Abu Dhabi is the ease of it all. Mornings can be spent discovering ancient artefacts and space-age wonders at the Louvre Museum Abu Dhabi. Afternoons can be packed with meet-and-greets with the hero of the hour, Superman, or animal encounters. And when the sun begins to set, there's time for a relaxed wander along the Corniche or a family dinner at a Michelin-starred spot. You can also slot in a day for a heritage tour by visiting the ancestral home of the Royal Al Nahyan family, Qasr Al Hosn, or meeting traditional artisans who handcraft sadu at the House of Artisans. Super fun summer camp, the kids won't want to leave The city is hosting the fun-est, most immersive and curiosity-sparking summer camp. At the Yas Island Summer Camp, kiddos will go on different adventure every day. So don't be surprised if they don't want this summer camp to end. Over at Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the Waves of Discovery programme lets young campers dive into a water-filled day of splash games, imaginative sketching sessions and lessons in pearl diving heritage. Meanwhile, over at Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, DC heroes band together in Gotham City and Metropolis. Children can try on the red or black cape, solve park-wide mysteries and even meet the heroes after going on their favourite rides. At SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the summer camp experience is part education, part exploration, and all kinds of fascinating. Kids get to learn about animals through fun exercises, up-close feeding sessions and create upcycled sea creatures using craft materials. Super hands-on, this experience. If your young ones are into climbing walls and flight science, CLYMB Yas Island, Abu Dhabi has them covered. Here, the camp experience includes indoor skydiving, climbing challenges, flight showcases, and confidence-boosting moments that'll have them chatting non-stop at dinner. These themed experiences are part of the Yas Island Summer Camp offer, which runs until Friday August 22, every weekday from 9am to 2pm for kids aged seven to 13. Campers will receive a daily lunch along with a goodie pack that includes a T-shirt, water bottle, bag, notebook and pen – perfect for taking notes on all their adventures. Like what you're reading? Register now at Time for stress-free holidaying Running until Sunday August 31, you can book a 6-night, 7-day stay at select hotels across the capital city and enjoy access to an exciting summer camp experience for the kids at no extra cost. Whatever it is that floats your kids' boats – reading, playing with slime, venturing outdoors, movies or board games – rest assured they'll love it and will be in safe hands while you're out enjoying your book by the poolside or lunching at a world-class restaurant facing the sea. Participating hotels include Emirates Palace Mandarin Oriental, Rixos Marina, Jumeirah Saadiyat Island Resort, Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi and Saadiyat Rotana Resort & Villas. Book your summer camp-inclusive staycation: Find out what summer looks like in Abu Dhabi:
What's On
15-05-2025
- What's On
Here's a sneak peek into the Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi
It could open to you before the year is out… With the highly-anticipated opening of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi making waves in the UAE capital only last month, we now have our sights set on Zayed National Museum, which is slated for another exciting launch – possibly before the year is out. To feed your enthusiasm, here are 5 interesting facts about Zayed National Museum in Abu Dhabi. How your tour begins teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi drew you in with dark, mysterious hues and incredible light shows that took some getting used to. At Zayed National Museum, you'll begin your tour at the 600-metre Masar Garden, which will introduce you to the nation's native plants. Much like teamLab, Masar Garden's exhibits will also be interactive, and you can expect to interact with and learn more about the Falaj irrigation system, which goes back almost 5000 years in time. There's also as many as 12 special animal-inspired sculptures that pay tribute to the fauna of the region. Journey back in time And their focus shall be the rich history of the UAE, with special emphasis on the vision of the Father of the Nation, His Highness Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. You'll also be educated on early human settlements that go back 300,000 years, and will have the chance to explore nature, trade, coastal life, language and traditions of the Emirates. These galleries will truly be a journey back in time. See a Magan Boat from the Bronze Age There's been much talk about this exhibit, and with good reason. A full-size reconstruction of a Magan Boat from the Bronze Age is one of Zayed National Museum's standout exhibits, and constructed with materials like reeds and palm-fibre rope, is undoubtedly going to be a major draw. The 18-metre Magan Boat comes to life following collaborative research conducted by Zayed University and NYU Abu Dhabi, and you'll be able to get a glimpse of early seafaring, a time-honoured occupation of the region. If you've wondered what the huge structures atop the building are… Wonder no more. There's no way you've driven past Saadiyat Island without spotting these massive structures above the Zayed National Museum's construction, and we're told they represent the wings of a true regional icon, the falcon. The five massive steel structures pay tribute to falconry in the UAE, and will also act as wind towers – underscoring sustainability as a core component of the UAE's, and Abu Dhabi's strides forward. Everyone's invited, and everyone's welcome In addition to being a global masterpiece, Zayed National Museum is also big on inclusivity. Its design makes the structure accessible for all including people of determination and elderly members of society, fostering the spirit of community for visitors of all backgrounds and abilities. Images: supplied > Sign up for FREE to get exclusive updates that you are interested in
Al Etihad
06-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Al Etihad
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi launches comprehensive packages featuring cultural highlights, family attractions
6 May 2025 23:20 ABU DHABI (ALETIHAD)Saadiyat Island has introduced a range of new packages combining accommodation with access to cultural venues, entertainment options, and family-friendly activities. The offers are available through the official website, Stay & Play package includes accommodation at one of the island's hotels, daily access to a Yas Island theme park, entry to the new teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi digital art space, breakfast, and beach Stay & Event package includes accommodation with teamLab Phenomena entry and access to scheduled entertainment events in Abu Dhabi. Upcoming events include the musical MAMMA MIA! (June 11-22), a performance by André Rieu (October 18), the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix (December 5-7), and Abu Dhabi Comedy Season (until July 12).For families, the Kids Go Free offer is valid from June 1 to September 30. It includes free stays for up to two children under 12 year in a sharing a room with two adults, complimentary children's meals when booked on the same dining plan, and entry to theme parks including Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World™ and SeaWorld® Abu Dhabi. Entry to teamLab Phenomena is also those not staying overnight, single-entry tickets to teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi are available online. The venue features interactive installations exploring digital art, nature and technology. All packages and tickets are available exclusively through
Gulf News
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Gulf News
Newest cultural landmark teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi makes waves
The multi-sensory art experience, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, developed by Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, and art collective teamLab, has opened its doors to the public and enthralled visitors from all corners of the globe. The unique art experience is located in Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District, alongside Louvre Abu Dhabi and other cultural landmarks that are soon to be open. Designed to explore and transcend the limits of every guest's imagination, each artwork within the unique, purpose-built venue will evolve over time through the interplay of light, sound and movement. Based on teamLab's new concept, Environmental Phenomena, teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi features artworks created by phenomena resulting from unique environments. Visitors will discover artworks that are fluid, existing in a dynamic relationship with their environment. Each artwork responds to guests' actions and natural changes in the environment, creating a living, breathing art experience, unlike any other. The venue engages sight, sound, and touch, encouraging guests to change the way they feel, connect and affect the world around them. Each visit is a dynamic, ever-evolving experience that leaves a lasting, transformative impact, resonating long after the journey ends. Here's a look at the massive experiential artworks waiting to be discovered. Living Crystallised Light Everyday substances like air, water, and light become phenomena through the unique environment, and these phenomena constitute the existence of the artwork. The artwork is inseparable from the environment and changes along with it. It transcends the various notions of existence through physical objects. Even if you place your hand inside the artwork, it does not break, and its existence is maintained. You realize that the artwork is just ordinary water. The artwork does not exist by itself; the distinctive phenomenon created by the unique environment is the existence of the artwork. Conversely, if the environment is not maintained, the artwork will disappear. The outlines of the artwork's existence are ambiguous, and it is continuous with the environment. When the viewer moves, the location and colour of the artwork change. The artwork seen by the viewer is visible only to that viewer. For the person next to them, the artwork is in a different location and has a different colour. In other words, the artwork being seen does not exist in the physical world but exists in the viewer's cognitive world. Such artworks that exist in the perceived world are referred to as cognitive sculpture. When it exists within perception, it is considered to exist. Flutter of Butterflies Flutters of butterflies appear from the ground and the walls where people touch. Through the simple interactions among the butterflies, a part of the artwork continues to create spontaneous order even as the entire flutter moves in disorder. This piece is called Flutter of Butterflies. However, it is not an illusion of space; instead, the space of the artwork exists as it is in the space where people's bodies are, filling the space with butterflies. Walls and floors do not act as a boundary between the person and the space of the artwork, but rather, the space of the artwork integrates with the space in which the viewer's body exists. The viewpoint is not fixed, and their body remains free. Wind Form The flow is influenced by the shape of the space and the presence of people, and it continuously interacts with and transforms in relation to all other flows in the artwork space. It is a continuum of countless interacting particles, and lines are drawn by the trajectories of these particles. This work is not an illusion of space; the artwork exists as it is in the space where people's bodies are, and the space becomes enveloped in wind, transforming into a sculpture of wind. Floating Lamps in Spontaneous Order Each Floating Lamp on the water glows with its own rhythm. Over time they mutually influence nearby lamps and Tea in Spontaneous Order, starting a spontaneous order phenomenon, and the rhythms of their flickering become closer to each other. When people push the lamps, their rhythm changes. Then, again a spontaneous order occurs with nearby lamps and Tea in Spontaneous Order. Each time the lamp glows, it emits a tone. The only sound that resonates in the space is the sequence of sounds, and the overall tone of the space is formed by the sequence of the tones of the flickering. The lamps take on various rhythms depending on people's behaviour, but a time structure is created by the simple localised interaction between the lamps and Tea in Spontaneous Order, and order continues to be created throughout the work. The spontaneous order phenomenon is when different rhythms influence each other and become aligned. The pendulums of two pendulum clocks hanging on a wall gradually become aligned. When many fireflies gather in a tree, they gradually begin to flash at the same time, creating a larger accumulated light. The cells that make up the heart pulsate in unison, synchronizing with each other to produce heartbeats. This is seen in a wide variety of systems, including physical phenomena, neurophysiology, life systems, and ecosystems. Tea in Spontaneous Order – Dynamic Steady State Colour When a cup of tea is made, Tea in Spontaneous Order glows and produces a tone with its own rhythm. Tea in Spontaneous Order interacts with nearby Tea in Spontaneous Order and the Floating Lamps, causing a spontaneous order phenomenon, in which the flickering rhythms converge. The artwork is born when the tea is made, and disappears when the tea is drunk. The colour of the tea as a whole does not change; that is, when viewed from a distance, it remains the same colour, but inside the tea the colour is constantly changing, and this colour has a time structure. Through simple local interactions between Tea in Spontaneous Order and the nearby Tea in Spontaneous Order and Floating Lamps, a time structure is created throughout the entire space of the artwork.
Trade Arabia
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Trade Arabia
Abu Dhabi announces grand opening of teamLab Phenomena
Abu Dhabi has announced the official opening of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, a new cultural landmark in the heart of Saadiyat Cultural District. Spanning 17,000 sq m the purpose-built venue features transformative artworks unique to Abu Dhabi. The grand opening ceremony for the transformative multi-sensory art experience and new cultural landmark was led by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council. A key highlight of the event was a special performance featuring renowned Italian pianist and composer Ludovico Einaudi. Set against the architectural marvel of the venue, the score was paired with a dramatic display of 6,000 synchronised drones and pyrotechnics, curated to celebrate the new milestone of Saadiyat Cultural District. Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak, Chairman at Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi), said: "teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is a groundbreaking cultural landmark that redefines immersive art experiences on a global scale. It embodies a bold vision that pushes the boundaries of creativity, technology, and human perception, offering visitors an experience unlike any other." "Together with our partner, teamLab, we take great pride in bringing this pioneering concept to life, reinforcing our commitment to shaping world-class experiences that inspire, engage, and contribute to Abu Dhabi's cultural legacy," he stated. "Saadiyat Cultural District is a cultural landmark of global significance, bringing together the world's greatest minds and institutions to foster dialogue, inspire creativity, and shape a more connected future," he added. Established in 2001, teamLab is a Tokyo-based, international art collective that is committed to exploring the confluence of art, science, technology, and the natural world. The architecture of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, which was conceptualised and designed by teamLab Architects and realised by Abu Dhabi-based MZ Architects, will play an important role in providing the artworks with an environment to evolve freely and organically. The museum has been designed to inspire 'infinite curiosity', trigger the senses, spark imagination and awaken a thirst for knowledge. The design of teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi, intended to be an organic integration of art and architecture, offers visitors an immersive experience where the physical space and the digital artworks interact seamlessly. "The architecture is designed to fluidly guide visitors through a transformative journey, enhancing their engagement with the art. This integration allows the artwork to extend beyond traditional boundaries, with installations that respond to and are altered by the visitors' movements," said a spokesman for DCT – Abu Dhabi. This dynamic interaction fosters a unique and personal experience for each visitor, reflecting teamLab's philosophy that the art evolves and changes continuously, he stated. Integrating advanced technology with architecture presents technical and maintenance complexities, requiring specialised skills for installation and long-term care. The design also takes into account rapid technological advancements, ensuring that the infrastructure can adapt to future innovations without extensive overhauls. "The 17,000-sq-m space is envisioned as an "organic space" where art and architecture seamlessly blend with cutting-edge technology. Unlike a traditional museum with a container-like structure housing exhibits, teamLab Phenomena itself becomes the canvas for the art," said the spokesman. The architecture wraps around the experience, providing a dynamic environment for the ever-evolving digital artworks, he added. The launch event articulated the connection between art, technology and imagination. The Music of Ludovico Einaudi intersected with the artistic light installations that emerged from teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi and rose to the sky. Toshiyuki Inoko, Founder of teamLab, said: "The artworks in teamLab Phenomena do not exist independently but are created by the environment which produces the various phenomena that creates the artworks. Objects such as stones and man-made creations maintain a stable structure independently." "A stone, for instance, will remain unchanged even if placed in a sealed box, isolated from the outside world. In contrast, a vortex in the ocean will vanish in an instant if removed from its environment. Unlike a stone, a vortex does not sustain itself; it evolves with the surrounding currents, formed by water flowing continuously from the outside to the inside and from the inside to the outside of the vortex, changing along with the flow," he explained. teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is designed to explore and transcend the limits of guests' imagination. Each artwork within the unique, purpose-built venue will evolve over time through the interplay of light, sound and movement. teamLab Phenomena Abu Dhabi is a key addition to Saadiyat Cultural District, which upon completion will be the largest concentration of world-leading cultural and educational institutions. According to DCT Abu Dhabi, this remarkable district is home to an unparalleled lineup of museums and cultural landmarks, including Louvre Abu Dhabi; the upcoming Zayed National Museum, the national museum of the UAE; Guggenheim Abu Dhabi, featuring a global collection of modern and contemporary art that reflects the diversity of cultures and trends from around the world; and Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, telling the story of life on earth and the origins of our universe.
