Sip on a 23-karat gold Cappuccino
At Le Café by the Fountain, visitors can indulge themselves (and their followers) with a cappuccino adorned in 23-karat gold, alongside other precious metal treats like vanilla or chocolate ice cream infused with camel milk and garnished with a delicate 23-karat gold leaf. Naturally, there is an abundance of content already online about this luxurious drink, but it never fails to bring the ‘wow’ factor to the Instagram feeds of anyone who comes across it.
- Live like a Royal at Emirates Palace
Emirates Palace – Abu Dhabi
Emirates Palace boasts a plethora of impressive Insta-worthy features, including a helicopter landing pad, and 1.3km of private beach and marina. The palace is adorned with nearly 1,000 Swarovski crystal chandeliers, elaborate domes embellished in gold, mother-of-pearl and crystals and there is more than 6,000 square meters of 22-karat gold leaf. Even the room keys are shaped like gold coins – for those who wish to really flex on their followers.
- High tea at the Observation Deck at 300
Observation Deck 300
Located 300 meters above the UAE, the Observation Deck at 300 gives viewers undisrupted 360-degree views of Abu Dhabi. High tea sessions are run daily, with an exquisite selection of fine teas from Japan all the way to South Africa. The dress-code is ‘business casual’, so it’s the perfect excuse to dress up, and get glam for the ‘gram!
- Swing over the tranquil waters of Zaya Nurai island
Zaya Nurai Island
A getaway on a private boutique island surrounded by tranquil sea and crystal-clear water is the perfect way for travellers to let their Insta followers know they are OOO. Zaya Nurai island is a mere 10-minute ‘bond-style’ speedboat away (que holiday soft launch IG story) from Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyaat Island, and offers private pools with all villas, floor-to-ceiling-glass overwater spa suites (the only available in the capital) an outdoor movie space, teepee-style beach tents and an overwater swing.
- Live like an A-Lister at Saadiyaat Beach Club
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
Travellers can live like an A-lister (or at least have their followers think they do) at the chic Saadiyat Beach Club. Minimalistic luxury curates a sense of ultimate serenity at Abu Dhabi’s most famous – and beautiful – beach club. Situated along the white sandy shores of the Arabian Gulf, Saadiyat beach club offers visitors a taste of the finer things in life. From a spa, sauna, workout room, steam room and even private cabana’s, this attraction is sure to stun. If lucky, regular visitors such as turtles and dolphins often make an appearance in the bay.
- A stay at the Arabian Nights Village
Arabian Nights Village
Tucked away among towering dunes in a palm tree oasis, the Arabian Nights Village is sure to ‘fit the feed’ of any travellers Instagram. Created for visitors to experience the beauty of traditional Emirati life, the Arabian Nights Village promises a unique desert experience. The village offers a range of desert activities, authentic Emirati dishes and breathtakingly beautiful houses and dwellings. A once in a lifetime experience, Arabian Nights Village provides visitors serenity, hospitality, and an aesthetic guaranteed to make followers gush.
- Camel Tour through the Liwa Desert
A group of people riding camels on a desert tour amidst the desert dunes in Abu Dhabi as the sun sets, casting a fiery orange sky.
Riding a camel always requires a selfie or two but riding a camel through the Martian-red sand dunes of Rub al Khali, or Abu Dhabi’s Empty Quarter in Liwa, requires (or should we say deserves) Insta-spam. Home to where blockbuster movies such as “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”, “Dune”, and “Mission Impossible” were filmed, Rub al Khali covers 650,000 square kilometers, making it larger than the country of France, and the perfect setting for some of the world’s biggest film franchises, as well as Instagram feeds.
- Cultural Immersion at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Experience true opulence at the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Hosting a collection of remarkable mosaics, minarets, and Macedonian marble-clad dome, the mosque will take followers’ breaths away! Chandeliers are made with more than 40kg worth of galvanized gold that float from the ceilings, while the glass paneled walls are embellished with Swarovski crystals. The Mosque is also home to the world’s largest hand knotted carpet – which took over 2 years and 1200 artisans to construct. Don’t forget, be respectful of those practicing prayer within the Mosque during your visit.
- Experience The Louvre, Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi’s Louvre is aesthetic goals; decorated with historical, cultural, and sociological significance, this architectural wonder is guaranteed to wow the feed. The Louvre Abu Dhabi fosters the spirit of openness between cultures, incorporating a piece of one of Europe’s most renowned art museums into the heart of the UAE. The mind-blowing building is a symphony of concrete, water and reflected light, bound together on the sands of Saadiyat Island.
- Kayak through Jubail Mangrove Park
Holiday goers can escape the hustle of the city to explore a haven for avian and marine species native to Abu Dhabi, at the serene Jubail Mangrove Park. The beautiful landscapes and array of animal species offer travellers incredible photo opportunities. Travellers can get up close and personal with nature as they wander through the mangroves, encountering a range of wildlife such as turtles, gazelles, and unique birds! The stunning attraction is more than just a pretty space, as it aims to enhance awareness, appreciation and understanding of the ecological function of the city’s mangroves.