Pushpitha Wijesinghe
Abu Dhabi is now a much sought after tourist hub. The fabulous city has evolved to offer visitors world class entertainment with performances and shows held within its many elegant and vast venues.
A number of international class acts are lined up to perform in Abu Dhabi. Yas Island well known for its luxurious beach resorts in Abu Dhabi plays host to many of the concerts. Following are some of the shows lined up.
• Motley Crue – November 20th 2015 performing at the du Arena - Yas Island
• Bon Jovi – October 2015 performing at the du Arena – Yas Island
• Dave Matthews Band – October 2015 - Yas Marina Circuit – Yas Island
Apart for the international performances many prominent local artists will be having concerts in Yas Island which is well known for its colourful entertainment venues such as Ferrari World, water world etc. The exceptional arenas and concerts halls are of international standards where anyone enjoying a show will experience a mind-blowing encounter.
The du Arena hosts some of the world's most popular musical shows. Every show is quite an experience within the state of the art venue. The open air theatre is equipped with all modern technology to maximise the energy and rhythm of every performance. World class acts are yours to enjoy in all splendour at this magical arena – definitely the UAE's most favoured concert event.
The Yas Marina Circuit is quite an experience; host to F1 World Races the circuit with its huge screens and modern technology is host to many music concerts. Apart for the shows the circuit offers behind the scenes guided tours of control rooms, tours around the F1 arena and an unimaginable range of race cars to choose from - for a test drive.
The sheer luxury available on Yas Island is quite unique. A protected animal sanctuary the entertainment hub also provides desert safaris where sightings of unique desert animals is quite a treat. Choose to stay at a luxury desert resort on Yas Island and you can rejuvenate mind body and soul. Swim in the gorgeous ocean, dive amongst the thriving marine life and explore old wrecks. Spend a day with the family at the many entertainment parks or savour gourmet delights at the ritzy restaurants. Located on Yas Island Abu Dhabi is the Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort.
Tipped to perform at the du Arena in August is Nemr Abou Nassar – comedy king who promises to entertain anyone who loves an evening of fun and laughter.
The Emirates Palace will be hosting Alice in Wonderland – on ice; in September. The show is billed to be quite a crowd puller while Def Leppard, Van Halen and Slash are other international artists tipped to be performing in Abu Dhabi soon.
Definitely an entertainment hub, Abu Dhabi has loads of entertainment lined up and planned for you. Book your accommodation wisely and relax as you enjoy the glitzy performances.
