Hilton Worldwide To Open a New Hotel in Abu Dhabi

Leisure and business holiday makers seeking to invest on tickets for flights to the UAE’s capital city, Abu Dhabi will soon have one more accommodation option available to them. Hilton Worldwide has plans in place to rebrand and re-open Abu Dhabi Al Maqta as Hilton Abu Dhabi Capital Grand in Summer 2013. Foreign travellers who opt to book a room at the ‘about to re-launch’  property after picking up tickets on flights bound for Abu Dhabi will be able to enjoy a lot of services and amenities that are available at the venue. The place has been billed as an ‘architectural masterpiece’ and has managed to create some interest in the market.

The location of the hotel, close to the Abu Dhabi International Airport, Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre and in the heart of the city's new financial district, is a big plus for tourists who land here for a stay. The location of the property is perfect for business travellers who visit the city to further their business agenda after securing tickets on flights for the emirate.

The new property features several spacious accommodations, each with floor-to ceiling glass windows and marble bathrooms. Guests at the hotel will have access to 700-capacity grand ballroom with a separate 500-capacity function room, multiple meeting rooms and two boardrooms. One will also be able to enjoy indoor or outdoor pool, and several restaurants and bars, much to the delight of foodies booking tickets on flights and deciding to dwell here. 

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Etihad Airways bolsters its Stake in Air Berlin

Etihad Airways has become the largest stakeholder in Germany’s second largest airline, Air Berlin.

As per the deal that was signed by the two airlines on Monday, Abu Dhabi Airport based Etihad Airways will furnish $255 million for the fleet improvement and network growth at Air Berlin and in return will acquire two seats on the board of directors of Air Berlin.

The deal also covers a code share agreement that grants Etihad Airways access to Air Berlin’s European short-distance network, and to the German capital of Berlin.

Air Berlin has decided to shift its Middle East operation from Dubai to Abu Dhabi and will operate flights to Abu Dhabi from Berlin four times a week. According to the agreement, from January 15, 2012 the German carrier Air Berlin will operate four A330-200 flights to Abu Dhabi per week. This service will grant the European travellers access to 29 flights per week between Abu Dhabi and four German hubs.

The agreement between the two airlines will perhaps be worthwhile for the budget-oriented European and Middle East travellers seeking cheap flight tickets to travel between two destinations. A further rise in flight frequency which is planned by mid April is sure to assist travellers in landing up with cheap flight tickets.

As per Air Berlin’s website “Etihad Guest and topbonus, the airlines’ frequent flyer programs, will be integrated, enabling passengers of both airlines to ‘earn and burn’ on each other’s flights and offering reciprocal benefits - including status earning - to top tier members”.

Etihad Airways has raised its stake in Air Berlin from 2.99 percent to 29.2 percent, followed by the ESAS, Pegasus Airlines’ parent company.

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Top reasons to book flights to Abu Dhabi

The biggest of seven emirates forming the UAE, Abu Dhabi is a brilliant creation of god. Millions of Britons book flights to Abu Dhabi to explore the charming attractions of the city and to resolve the mysteries linked with this city's grandness.

Commonly known as "Arabian Jewel", Abu Dhabi is the largest man-made harbour in the world. The city is a beautiful blend of various diversities ranging from the grand shopping centres to the traditional marts, from fine dining in the lavish hotels to the unparalleled deserted safaris – the choices are endless.

Desert safaris

The adventuresome desert safaris in Abu Dhabi are so thrilling that they can make anyone forget the Disneyland’s fun rides! The tourists who book flights to Abu Dhabi surely explore these fabulous safaris that give experience of a lifetime. The peace loving tourists can travel through the Gulf desert on camels while the daring ones can opt for dune driving or Wadi Bashing which give actual sense to holidays to Abu Dhabi.

Moreover, the appetizing barbeque cuisine and vibrant belly dance performances help the travellers relax from the all day long weariness of Desert Safaris in Abu Dhabi.

Historical draws

While the city horizon keeps growing with tall skyscrapers and new evolutions, Abu Dhabi boasts an array of astonishing monuments that have rich historical significance. Visitors booking airlines offering cheap flights to Abu Dhabi may indeed love the ultra modern stretche of the Corniche, there is a huge fan fare for the dozens of Abu Dhabi’s ancient buildings and landmarks such as the Qasr al-Hosn and Al Maqtaa Fort to name only two. The 200-year-old Hatta Watchtower is another extraordinary place to visit which rests on top of high rocks and proffers wonderful sights of the surrounding arena.

Vibrant nightlife

Flights to Abu Dhabi remain high in demand among the night owls looking for an exciting place to hang-out. The nightclubs and bars in Abu Dhabi are less chaotic, more chilled out and make for wonderful havens for tourists to spend an evening in a delightful way. Cabaret and belly dancing are the integral parts of every night hub in Abu Dhabi. Travellers with craving for adrenaline pumping activities can be a part of stage performances, theme parties at the nightclubs and bars or the food carnivals in Abu Dhabi.

Festivals and Events

Plenty of tourists grab cheap air tickets to Abu Dhabi to visit the popular Abu Dhabi Salsa and Jazz Festival that attracts many a solo travellers and backpackers in hordes. Most of these travellers get on to the booking spree months in advance to net cheap flights to Abu Dhabi to avoid last minute expensive flights.

Another renowned event celebrated every year in the city is Camel Racing which lures loads of travellers as well as locals and even rich guests from Royal families. For sports enthusiasts, the city has a lot in store including Red Bull Air Race World Series or International Fine Art & Antiques Fair which are well praised and glorious events.