Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates – Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, announced it is extending its free Abu Dhabi stopover campaign to the end of the year due to the popularity of the special offer in its opening month. Travellers flying through the capital of the UAE with the airline are invited to enjoy a free two-night hotel stay to break up their journey and explore the city’s vibrant and diverse attractions.
Abu Dhabi offers visitors the chance to explore cultural
highlights, impressive architecture, world-class theme parks as well as
striking beaches and desert landscapes. The city appeals to solo travelers and couples in search of unique
travel experiences as well as families looking to create extraordinary memories with children, making it
the perfect destination for a holiday within a holiday.
Etihad is offering two free nights of hotel
accommodation in Abu Dhabi for all guests booking flights to and from all Etihad destinations via Abu Dhabi. Guests can
choose from a range of hotels located across the city including the five-star Jumeirah
at Etihad Towers, Intercontinental Abu Dhabi and Dusit Thani Abu
Dhabi, as well as the Pearl Rotana, Courtyard by Marriott WTC, Crowne Plaza and Radisson
Blu.
The free Abu Dhabi stopover promotion is available for bookings online
through etihad.com or via a travel agent made by 1 December for travel until 31 December 2019.
Robin Kamark, Chief
Commercial Officer Etihad Aviation Group, said: “We are extremely pleased that our Abu Dhabi stopover has appealed
to so many of our guests and exceeded our expectations in the first month since
it launched. This incredible promotion allows us to showcase our
extraordinary home to more visitors worldwide. Guests can explore the emirate’s
many highlights as well as relax and rejuvenate as they break
up their journey.”
Abu Dhabi visitors can
experience cultural masterpieces and
architectural highlights including Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Louvre Abu
Dhabi and the newly opened Presidential Palace, Qasr Al Watan.
Tourists seeking nature can escape
to the beautiful sand dunes of the Arabian desert, or find calm on
the pristine coastline and beautiful beaches surrounding Abu Dhabi island.
Adrenalin-seeking
adventurers can revel in the thrills of the city’s theme parks
including the intense G-force experienced on Ferrari World’s roller-coasters,
as well as the rides and attractions at Yas Waterworld and
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi.
Unforgettable desert safari expeditions, a myriad of world-class
golf courses
and an exceptional range of local and international dining
experiences ensures there is something for everyone.
The advantage of a stopover goes beyond
creating two holiday experiences out of one and can also support with combating jetlag. Global travellers on long-haul
journeys will benefit from adjusting to the time zone along their journey, arriving at their
final destination feeling more refreshed.
Etihad guests booking
online should select a multi-city flight and will be directed to
the stopover booking page once the booking is confirmed. Guests then have
the option to choose a hotel package with one of the many hotel partners
operating this promotion.
With the
Extraordinary Abu Dhabi Pass, visitors to Abu Dhabi can use their Etihad Airways
boarding pass to take advantage of discounts at
selected attractions, restaurants, spas, beaches and
retailers around the city.