Abu Dhabi

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See. Saadiyat Cultural District Explore this area for world-class museums and cultural projects. Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi Visit this new museum that opened in late 2025. Zayed National Museum Discover this new museum that opened in late 2025. Guggenheim Abu Dhabi Anticipate the opening of this contemporary art museum with unique architecture.

Eat. Mamsha Al Saadiyat Enjoy the lively dining scene along the boardwalk on Saadiyat Island. dallah Look for the oversized sculpture in Union Square, symbolizing Emirati coffee culture.

Stay. Qasr Al Sarab Stay at this kingdom-like fortress in the Rub Al Khali desert, featured in films. Saadiyat Grove Consider this new residential and retail project as a desirable address.

Condé Nast TravelerSep 1, 2026

Asanas at Sea? The Best Places for Yoga Around the World Are Also the Most Unconventional

From a rocky mountainside to the middle of the ocean, explore these singular places to practice your suryanamaskars.

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Atlas ObscuraAug 28

Unusual Picnic Places Around the World

There’s nothing quite like a picnic surrounded by friends and family, soaking in the sun, sharing snacks, and enjoying the sounds of nature. Whether you prefer to use one big blanket, sit at a table with benches, or plop right onto the grass, it’s the perfect good-weather get together (and a great excuse to load up on delicious food). With this guide, you’ll find a picnic spot that’s guaranteed…

13 sights in this story
  • Al Wathba Fossil DunesSightUnique desert landscape shaped by winds and sediment.
  • Elsewhere
  • Old Zoo Picnic AreaSightLos Angeles, United StatesRemnants of the first zoo with picnic tables and grills.
  • Sports CitySightAmman, JordanCrumbling complex with drained pools and empty gymnasiums.
  • Bomi Blue LakeSightTubmanburg, LiberiaAbandoned pit mines filled with spring water, open for swimming.
  • Christy Buchanan’s SHE Garden & GallerySightWinnsboro, United StatesFolk garden with found objects, Love Shack, and bicycle arch.
  • Old Wardour CastleSightTisbury, United KingdomRestored castle estate, favorite for picnics and weddings.
  • Woolshed FallsSightBeechworth, AustraliaReclaimed by nature, with natural showers, baths, and waterslides.
  • Tuzluca Salt MinesSightTuzluca, TurkeyMedieval salt caves with a boardwalk and picnic tables.
  • Gravelly Point ParkParkArlington, United StatesPark with close-up views of aircraft approaching the airport.
  • La PlantaSightSan Agustín Etla, MexicoFormer water-powered electric power plant with sweeping city views.
  • Tiger CaveAttractionMahabalipuram, IndiaCarved with 11 tiger-esque heads, likely a former portico.
  • Sa StiddiosaSightGadoni, ItalyGentle waterfall translating to 'dripping', with a river for bathing.
  • The Dick Lane VelodromeSightEast Point, United States1/5-mile track with banked turns, a point of civic pride.
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AfarJul 28

The Best Country for Living Abroad Is Closer to the U.S. Than You Might Think

Foreigners living in to Panama appreciate the country’s pleasant climate and how easy it is to travel to places like the San Blas Islands, pictured here. This article was originally published in 2023 ...

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  • United Arab EmiratesPlaceRanked No. 4 due to impressive ratings on quality of life
  • Elsewhere
  • PanamaPlacePanama City, PanamaVoted best country to live and work abroad for third year
  • MexicoPlaceMexico City, MexicoRanked No. 1 for ease of settling in since 2014
  • BrazilPlaceBrasilia, BrazilJumped to No. 5 thanks to ease of settling and leisure options
  • SpainPlaceMadrid, SpainRanked No. 1 for quality of life for fifth year
  • PortugalPlaceLisbon, PortugalRanks No. 8 thanks to moderate cost of living and good weather
  • LuxembourgRestaurantLuxembourg City, LuxembourgRanks No. 1 for job security and overall job satisfaction
  • ThailandPlaceBangkok, Thailand86 percent of expats are happy there; cites friendly locals
  • MalaysiaPlaceKuala Lumpur, MalaysiaSits at No. 9 thanks to affordability and ease of finding housing
  • Singapore Has 123 Hawker CentersPlaceSingaporeDishes worth queuing for
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Condé Nast TravelerJan 19

A Guide to Saadiyat Cultural District, Abu Dhabi's Art-Centric Island

Two new museums on Saadiyat Island are bolstering the emirate's bid to be a world-class cultural destination.

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Condé Nast TravelerDec 15, 2025

The Best Hotels and Resorts in the World: The Gold List 2026

Our editors across the globe share their favorite places to stay.

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Condé Nast TravelerNov 6, 2025

The 15 Best Hotels in Abu Dhabi

Classic Arabian hospitality and striking views are never too far away in the UAE capital.

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National GeographicFeb 1, 2023

A journey of the senses through Abu Dhabi

From the distinctive aroma of Emirati coffee to hearty local cuisine, a trip to Abu Dhabi provides abundant opportunities to delight the senses.

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