By Rafiq Vayani
ABU DHABI, UAE: Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier lifestyle and business destination, is thrilled to unveil an extensive range of offers and services that cater to the diverse tastes and preferences of all its visitors. With its breathtaking amenities and exceptional hospitality, Al Maryah Island offers a captivating business hub, five-star hotels and exclusive retail experiences. Prepare to embark on an unforgettable journey as AMI presents a plethora of offers and services designed to exceed expectations.
Shopping and Entertainment at The Galleria
Guests looking for elevated experiences and family-friendly entertainment will find their sanctuary at The Galleria. Housing a diverse range of brands from luxury fashion and high-street heroes to fine and casual dining and exclusive entertainment, the destination is renowned for its exceptional service and selection of unique brands and exclusive concepts.
The summer sales are now across the destination with extraordinary offers at brands including Bally, Bauhaus, Damas Jewellery, Elie Saab, Manolo Blahnik, Natuzzi Italia, Zadig & Voltaire, Zara and many more. Families and friends can also enjoy some of the best dining in the capital with restaurants including the Coya, LPM Restaurant and Bar, Zuma, Nusr-Et and Michelin star venue 99 Sushi Bar & Restaurant.
Family Activities
The Galleria also has an action-packed summer schedule of family activities with live stage shows, meet-and-greets and themed play zones for little ones with all their favorite characters. From 11 to 20 August Dora the Explorer, SpongeBob Squarepants, Shimmer and Shine, and Chase and Marshall from Paw Patrol will take to the stage with the Nickelodeon Rocks play zone open until 27 August.
Shows take place 3 times daily and are free for guests to attend. Meet-and-greets are limited and offered on a first-come first-served basis so it’s recommended to arrive early. Access to the themed play zone is also complimentary for those who have spent AED 200 or more anywhere at The Galleria.
If all that wasn’t enough, the newly opened Game Over Escape Rooms adds to an already exceptional line-up of exclusive entertainment including National Geographic Ultimate Explorer, Zero Latency Virtual Reality and the largest theatre in the emirate a 21-screen VOX Cinemas with IMAX, perfect for new releases like Oppenheimer and Mission: Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part One.
With all this and more, The Galleria is the ultimate lifestyle destination this summer.
Dates and times: Sun to Thurs: 10 am to 10 pm. Fri and Sat: 10 am to 12 am.
Location: The Galleria Al Maryah Island
Staycation at Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi at Al Maryah Island
UAE residents may exclusively indulge themselves in unparalleled luxury and refinement at the Four Seasons Hotel. The luxury hotel offers a sophisticated ambience, coupled with exquisite cuisine and lavish accommodation. Residents will be treated with ultimate dining and staying experiences that surpass all expectations. Residents may contact the hotel directly to unleash their exclusive offers.
Dates and times: From July to September
Locations: Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi
Staycation at Rosewood Abu Dhabi
On a parallel basis, residents may also escape to a realm of extraordinary tranquility and rejuvenation at the Rosewood Hotel. The latter offers guests a truly remarkable stay, characterized by impeccable hospitality and lavish amenities. Whether unwinding with a soothing spa treatment or simply savoring moments of blissful seclusion, Rosewood luxury hotel promises an extraordinary experience that transcends the ordinary. Exclusively, Rosewood Abu Dhabi offers its visitors more than unique 150 pieces of art, excluding fabulous chandleries and light architecture located all over the Hotel. Starting from The Sunset Wall in the lobby, a stunning installation of hand-blown kiln-glass, inspired by the weave of reed partition walls, to Einstein’s concepts of energy and mass, Rosewood Abu Dhabi ensures to immerse its visitors with an unforgettable arts journey that penetrates through all cultures and eras.
Dates and times: From July to September
Locations: Rosewood Hotel Abu Dhabi
Summer internship at ADGM
In the bustling realm of business and professional development, Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) emerges as the premier destination on Al Maryah Island. ADGM and its knowledge arm, ADGM Academy (ADGMA) pride themselves on offering superior business training programs and internships, equipping aspiring professionals and youngsters with the skills and expertise necessary for building a successful career. With its immersive and comprehensive approach to delivering world-class financial education and literacy, ADGM in association with ADGMA continues to offer its Summer Internship Programme for the second year after a very successful launch in 2022. The programme is taking place between 24th July to 3rd August 2023, solely dedicated to young children aged between 13 and 19 years. The program’s agenda spans a variety of vital development areas including but not limited to; digital technology, artificial intelligence, ChatGPT, cryptocurrency, and public speaking skills, in addition to interactive workshops and practical learning from experts at leading organisations like Apple, Winton Capital & MA’AN.
Dates and times: 24th July to 3rd August 2023
Location: Abu Dhabi Global Market Al Maryah
Entry: Applicants must confirm their attendance by sending an email to [email protected]
Adventures at ACTIVE
For adrenaline and wellness enthusiasts, the island’s Active is the ultimate destination for active leisure sports enthusiasts. Here, visitors can immerse themselves in a wide array of thrilling indoor and outdoor activities such as tennis, paddle tennis, volleyball, football, basketball, and netball. To make it even more exciting, Al Maryah Island offers an irresistible 50% discount on all outdoor courts and pitches, ensuring an affordable adventure for everyone. As a testament to its commitment to sustainability, the island also provides free water refill stations across all its facilities, encouraging eco-friendly practices while visitors quench their thirst for excitement. In addition, Zayed Sports Academy will be in full swing, providing lessons and social sessions in both tennis and paddle. Moreover, Al Maryah Island is hosting a slate of summer camps this year including City Football Schools, La Liga and Motion Sports Academy.
Dates and times: Throughout summer from 7 am to 10 pm.
Location: ACTIVE Al Maryah Island Sports & Recreation
Entry: Bookings are made through the website linked here
Wellness at Cleveland Clinic
Prioritising the well-being of its visitors, Al Maryah Island presents its very own Cleveland Clinic, best hospital in Abu Dhabi and a Mubadala health partner. With its tailored Executive Health Program, starting from 12,500 AED, the clinic provides a comprehensive head-to-toe health evaluation. Offering advanced medical examinations and personalised care, the clinic ensures that all visitors experience the pinnacle of well-being, allowing them to embrace life with vigor and vitality.
Dates and times: Throughout summer from 8 am to 7 pm.
Location: Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi
Entry: Bookings are made through the website linked here
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