{"id":3,"count":213,"description":"","link":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/abu-dhabi\/","name":"Abu Dhabi","slug":"abu-dhabi","taxonomy":"category","parent":0,"meta":[],"acf":{"type_of_category":"category","hide_category_title":false,"intro_section":"","show_opening_section":"no","show_most_loved_section":"no","show_automatic_blocks":"yes","ads_in_automatic_blocks_desktop":"","ads_in_automatic_blocks_tablet":false,"ads_in_automatic_blocks_mobile":false,"disable_ads":false,"slots_script_override":"","ad_horizontal_top_desktop":"","ad_vertical_left_desktop":"","ad_vertical_right_desktop":"","ad_horizontal_top_tablet":"","ad_horizontal_bottom_mobile":"","image_banner":false,"featured_article":{"ID":22038,"post_author":"397","post_date":"2020-02-13 10:19:03","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-13 06:19:03","post_content":"<p>One amazing thing about living in Dubai?<\/p>\n<p>Having a city like Abu Dhabi right on your doorstep for weekend excursions! And if you&#8217;ve been considering a wee road trip, NOW&#8217;s the time to make it happen.<\/p>\n<p>With HEAPS happening this weekend including cultural festivals, a drag racing challenge, a concert by Assala and a huge pet festival (this looks amazing!) you&#8217;ve got plenty to do in the capital, starting now!<\/p>\n<!--infeed--><p><iframe class=\"giphy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/4GXUa4U05Q0JAM972c\" width=\"480\" height=\"267\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/gifs\/nbctitangames-nbc-premiere-titan-games-4GXUa4U05Q0JAM972c\">via GIPHY<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>7. Assala will perform in Abu Dhabi this Friday!<\/h2>\n<p>Amazing! Assala Nasri is a Syrian pop star with the most incredible vocal talent and an astonishing career with 26 albums to her name,&#8230;which has made her arguably one of the most successful singers in the Arab world.<\/p>\n<p>And if you missed her beautiful performance at the Special Olympic Abu Dhabi World Games, do not miss this Friday&#8217;s concert at the Cultural Foundation.<\/p>\n<p>More info about the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/asala.concert.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Assala Concert here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 14<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>6. Concerts at Umm Al Emarat Park<\/h2>\n<p>The second edition of the Abu Dhabi Forum is back, under the theme of &#8216;Family and Social Intelligence&#8217;, the event consists of seven activities:\u00a0The City of Social Intelligence, the City of Happiness, the City of Excellence and Innovation, the City of Health and Fitness, the City of Culture and Arts, the City of Security and Safety and the City of Support and Investment.<\/p>\n<p>And you&#8217;ll also find concerts!\u00a0Waleed El Shami, Abdel Rahman Al Azzawi, Tarek Al Aribi and the incredibly talented Hussein Al Jassmi will all play at Umm Al Emarat Park throughout the month of February.<\/p>\n<p>More info about the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/concerts.at.umm.el.emarat.park.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Concerts at Umm Al Emarat Park here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 12 until February 16<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>5. The most adorable Yas Pet Festival is happening this weekend!<\/h2>\n<p>Animal lovers unite! This weekend there&#8217;ll be a breeding show, dog agility comps, cat beauty contests, food trucks and more. You don&#8217;t need to be a pet owner to have a brilliant day out at this du Arena event!<\/p>\n<p>Along with that, the event guarantees to raise awareness about animal welfare and pet services within the UAE, including pet health, training, nutrition and fashion.<\/p>\n<p>More info about <a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/yas.pet.festival.2020.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Yas Pet Festival here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 14<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>4. Round 3: Yas Super Street Challenge<\/h2>\n<p>50 cars are about to compete in a drag racing comp in its rawest form.\u00a0 Catch all the engine-roaring action on Yas Marina Circuit&#8217;s National Hot Rod Association (NHRA)&#8217;s approved drag strip. Speed lovers, this is NEXT LEVEL!<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/round.3.yas.super.street.challenge.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Round 3: Yas Super Street Challenge here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 13 &amp; 14<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>3. The UAE Armed Forces 8th Shooting Festival<\/h2>\n<p>The UAE armed forces invite you to develop your shooting skills at a festival that strengthens ties between the military and the local community. Meet the crew and practice your shot thanks to the UAE armed forces at an event that deepens patriotism and loyalty.<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/uae.armed.forces.8th.shooting.festival.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UAE Armed Forces 8th Shooting Festival here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 12 until February 21<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>2. Cartography: Kaneza Schaal &amp; Christopher Myers<\/h2>\n<p>This is an engaging show and beautiful storytelling. The narrative follows four young migrant workers who leave home to navigate a new world. The story questions YOU. What journeys have you made? And what maps helped guide you?<\/p>\n<p>This show uses visuals and sensory skills, but most importantly it&#8217;s highly impactful.<\/p>\n<p>*Open to ages 10 years old and above<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/carthography.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Cartography: Kaneza Schaal &amp; Christopher Myers here<\/a><\/p>\n<p>When? February 6 until February 15<\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2 class=\"_inner_event_title\">1. Wahat Al Karama Ceremony<\/h2>\n<p>Are you free this Saturday? Or, any Saturday until April? If so, don\u2019t miss\u00a0Wahat Al Karama, a weekly ceremony featuring\u00a0the UAE Armed Forces, military musicians from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and horses from Abu Dhabi Police. How cool!<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019ll also be the opportunity to snap pics next to horses, take a guided tour of\u00a0Wahat Al Karama which is a permanent tribute to honour\u00a0UAE\u2019s martyred soldiers and other Emiratis who have sacrificed their lives for the service of the nation.<\/p>\n<p>When? Every Saturday, until April 5<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/wahat.al.krama.ceremony.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wahat Al Karama Ceremony here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\">","post_title":"Scrap ALL Other Plans: 7 Great Events Happening In Abu Dhabi This Weekend","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"abu-dhabi-weekend-events","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-03-08 15:40:12","post_modified_gmt":"2020-03-08 11:40:12","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/?p=22038","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw","original_id":"0"},"ad_square_right":"","podcast_article":[{"ID":21821,"post_author":"397","post_date":"2020-02-06 12:54:25","post_date_gmt":"2020-02-06 08:54:25","post_content":"<p>The weekend is here and if you&#8217;re the adventurous kind, looking for something special, Abu Dhabi is calling your name.<\/p>\n<p>With great events for all ages, highlights include performances at the Abu Dhabi Classics, a Superhero Saturday (this IS as fun as it sounds) and the Abu Dhabi Science Festival.<\/p>\n<h2>48 hours of weekend lies ahead, go forth and enjoy!<\/h2>\n<!--infeed--><p><iframe class=\"giphy-embed\" src=\"https:\/\/giphy.com\/embed\/JE6xHkcUPtYs0\" width=\"394\" height=\"480\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2>5. Magida El Roumi will be a sensational closing performance for the Abu Dhabi Classics<\/h2>\n<p>Fans are already in the queue for this.\u00a0Magida El Roumi&#8217;s voice is the pride of Lebanon, she&#8217;s praised as one of the Arab world&#8217;s greatest singers and she&#8217;s the headline act for\u00a0Abu Dhabi Classics.<\/p>\n<p>A visit is a musical and cultural exploration and El Roumi is expected to bring her powerful mix of romantic and\u00a0patriotic poetry, written by prestigious Arab poets, to the stage.<\/p>\n<p>*Open to ages 8 years old &amp; above<\/p>\n<p>When? Friday, February 7<\/p>\n<p>More information about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/magida.el.roumi.concert.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Magida El Roumi Live in Abu Dhabi here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>4. A fantastic science exploration for all ages at the Abu Dhabi Science Festival<\/h2>\n<p>This is much loved by families and back for its 10th edition, the 2020 festival features live shows, demonstrations and a wide range of entertainment and activities that aim to inspire the nation\u2019s youth and encourage them to pursue STEAM subjects.<\/p>\n<p>Head to the Abu Dhabi Science Festival 2020 and get inspired by all the\u00a0STEAM\u00a0talent in the UAE. P.S. The event is free for kids\u00a0aged 4 &amp; below!<\/p>\n<p>When? Until February 8<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/abu.dhabi.science.festival.2020.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Abu Dhabi Science Festival here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>3. The incredible Saltana with Sanaa Nabil will perform at Abu Dhabi Classics<\/h2>\n<p>Sanaa\u00a0Nabil is a young Egyptian singer, a rising star, who rose to fame through &#8216;Arabs Got Talent&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p>With private teachings with\u00a0maestro Salim Sahab at the Cairo Opera House behind her, Sanaa is now 17 and studies with famous composer, Abdo Dagher.<\/p>\n<p>Do not miss this star on the rise!<\/p>\n<p>*Open to ages 8 years old &amp; above<\/p>\n<p>When? Thursday, February 6<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/saltana.with.sanaa.nabil.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Saltana with Sanaa Nabil here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>2. The World Urban Forum\u00a0is an open event to address world issues<\/h2>\n<p>Be part of the change. This is an event established by the United Nations and is the first year an Arab country has the honour to host.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s an open event which will see Global leaders, experts, thinkers, academics, Ministers and Mayors descend on the capital to\u00a0address issues including rapid urbanization and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies.<\/p>\n<p>When? February 8 to February 13<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/world.urban.forum.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">World Urban Forum here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>1. Become a superhero at DC Super Hero Saturdays!<\/h2>\n<p>For all you superheroes out there. You can stand among the heroes at Warner Bros. World\u2122 Abu Dhabi on\u00a0Super Hero Saturdays<\/p>\n<p>Guests will be treated with a complimentary cape, (this is on a first-come-first-served basis) you&#8217;ll train like a hero in a\u00a0Train Like A Hero programme, plus put your superhero knowledge to the test with a\u00a0Super Hero Trivia quiz, with spot prizes.<\/p>\n<p>There&#8217;s also\u00a0rice Krispy decoration activities (AED50) a Looney Tune dance party (Saturdays from 3pm) and best-dressed comps!<\/p>\n<p>Get in line, this sounds awesome!<\/p>\n<p>When? February 8 to April 4<\/p>\n<p>More info about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitabudhabi.ae\/en\/see.and.do\/leisure\/events\/dc.super.hero.saturdays.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">DC Super Hero Saturdays here<\/a><\/p>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\">","post_title":"5 Reasons Abu Dhabi Should Be Number 1 On Your Weekend Agenda","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"abu-dhabi-weekend-calendar","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-03-08 15:40:21","post_modified_gmt":"2020-03-08 11:40:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/?p=21821","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw","original_id":"0"},{"ID":21576,"post_author":"397","post_date":"2020-01-30 11:50:21","post_date_gmt":"2020-01-30 07:50:21","post_content":"<p>Longest driverless metro service, tallest building, largest gold ring&#8230; the UAE should have a world record for all its world records&#8230; AMIRITE?!<\/p>\n<p>But this one, you probably didn&#8217;t expect.<\/p>\n<p>The UAE entered the Guinness Book of World Records for holding the world&#8217;s largest handshake. BOOM! (And we&#8217;re here for the purpose.)<\/p>\n<p>A human chain made up of 1,817 made the record happen\u00a0at Umm Al Emarat Park in Abu Dhabi this week.<\/p>\n<h2>1,817 people got together for this!<\/h2>\n<!--infeed--><img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2 id=\"rvfs-controllers\" class=\"fontsize-controllers group\">The human chain symbolises tolerance and fraternity<\/h2>\n<div class=\"description rvfs-4\" data-rvfs=\"4\">\n<p>&#8220;One World One Message&#8221; was the message\u00a0Abu Dhabi Police&#8217;s Youth Council wanted to send at an event which marked\u00a0the first anniversary of the signing of the Fraternity Document during the historic visit of Pope Francis and Grand Imam of Al Zahar.<\/p>\n<p>The Minister of Tolerance Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan was in attendance. During his speech he praised all attendees, along with\u00a0Sheikha Fatima, aka &#8216;Mother of the Nation&#8217;, stating she&#8217;s a role model of tolerance, coexistence, and human fraternity according to Wam.ae<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<img src=\"\" class=\"aligncenter size-medium\"><h2>Watch it happen!<\/h2>\n<p>https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=Gem-O1uaDh4&amp;feature=emb_title<\/p>\n","post_title":"The UAE Just Broke The Record For The World's Largest Handshake","post_excerpt":"","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"uae-largest-hand-shake","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2020-01-30 11:50:21","post_modified_gmt":"2020-01-30 07:50:21","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"https:\/\/lovindubai.com\/?p=21576","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw","original_id":"0"}]},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories\/3"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/taxonomies\/category"}],"wp:post_type":[{"href":"https:\/\/lovin.co\/dubai\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts?categories=3"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}