The capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, is just as luxurious as its more popular sibling, Dubai. Abu Dhabi has its own unique identity, as well as many notable attractions that are exclusive to the city. The Abu Dhabi resorts can be very opulent and diverse in their offerings, with many to choose from such as Anantara Sir Bani Yas Island Al Yamm Villa Resort.

There are many different kinds of shopping experiences to be had in Abu Dhabi, and for something that is strikingly unique and an experience on its own, take a visit to a souq. These are the traditional marketplaces that can be found over most of the Middle East and some parts of Asia. These places contain some of the most beautiful cultural commodities such as fragrances, carpets, spices and all kinds of souvenir items. Research the many city souks beforehand and pinpoint the best ones.

After your souq experience, the Marina Mall would be a good change of pace. This mall features a great selection of stores ranging from high-end to affordable. The more exclusive stores contained here include brands such as Louis Vuitton and Versace. Marina Mall is also a great place to find a wide selection of food outlets containing a range of cuisines from all over the world.

One of the biggest and equally popular malls in the city is The Abu Dhabi Mall, which boasts an incredible selection of around two hundred and thirty stores. These stores encapsulate pretty much anything you’d want to buy in a shopping spree since it has everything from The Body Shop to a Virgin Megastore. There are also more than fifty eateries to choose from ranging from fancy restaurants to fast-food shacks. Last but not least there’s a six-screen cinema as well.

These are but three of the many malls and shopping experiences Abu Dhabi has to offer, so be sure to take a good look at the many locales and pinpoint the best ones for you.

Auburn Silver is a travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.

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