Best of the Emirates: Abu Dhabi & Dubai

Gaze over the Arabian Gulf and Dhow Harbor from the Sofitel Abu Dhabi Corniche a sky-scraping luxury 5-star hotel whilst relishing the hotels opulent amenities. Revitalize mind and body in the indulgent spa, plunge into an outdoor pool or sink back after a busy day into a soft bed. Cuisine is equally sumptuous with unique Abu Dhabi restaurants and bars serving authentic French gastronomy infused with Middle Eastern flavors.

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is home to the world's fastest roller coaster Formula Rossa, as well as the record-breaking rollercoaster Flying Acres. It also offers guests a range of thrilling experiences for all tastes. Whether you crave the intense G-force of world class rollercoasters, want to go-kart race with your family or challenge the best lap times in a state-of-the-art simulator, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has endless fun for everyone!

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The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai is renowned with visitors and Dubai residents alike for providing a warm, friendly welcome, a relaxed ambience and a wealth of facilities to enjoy during your stay in Dubai.

The hotel is superbly located in the heart of the rapidly growing commercial district of Dubai's Sheikh Zayed Road, close to the World Trade Centre exhibition halls, with easy access to Jebel Ali Free Trade Zone, Media and Internet Cities. The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai is also just a short drive from Safa Park in Dubai and the golden beaches of the Arabian Gulf.

The Metropolitan Hotel Dubai's ten restaurants and bars are well known throughout Dubai for providing excellent quality and value for money. The hotel restaurants offer authentic Chinese to homely Italian, spicy Indian to fusion Moroccan. At the Metropolitan Hotel Dubai you can also enjoy fun bars to chill-out music and cocktails under the stars to your favourite pint in Dubai's oldest pub.

You'll be picked up from your hotel as you journey into the desert for a morning of fun and adventure! This trip combines the both traditional and modern deset experiences in half day trip that is perfect for hte entire family. Start off with a drive by four wheel vehicle over the rolling dunes of the Dubai Desert Conservation Reserve. Explore the reserve, keeping a keen eye out for desert wildlife. Next enjoy a camel-ride in the reserve as you take to the trails for a truly traditional experience. Try sandboarding in the dunes - just like snowboarding but on sand (weather permitting). Finally, relax and enjoy the desert vistas from camp as you enjoy your boxed breakfast and refreshements before returning to your hotel.

Today is totally free and at leisure. You can take advantage of any optional activities available or simply relax.