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Abu Dhabi holidays are becoming more and more popular, with a tourism boom expected in 2011 and over the coming years.
Yas Island has seen the sensational Ferrari World Theme Park open last year to rave reviews and that sits alongside the Yas Marina Circuit which is the hosting venue for the Formula One Grand Prix.
In the coming years Le Louvre is set to open to compliment the Paris headquarters as well as the Guggenheim Museum to compliment its namesake in Bilbao. These two attractions will draw a distinct crowd to the emirate and help to establish its status as an emirate on the rapid rise.
Another of the growing districts of Abu Dhabi is Saadiyat Island, located just off the coast of Abu Dhabi, which is growing into an exotic and cultural haven, not least because of the recent unveiling of the Zayed National Museum.
This structurally spectacular building is being built in honour of the late Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, the leader of Abu Dhabi, and will allow locals and tourists to see into the life and times of the most visionary and pioneering leaders the UAE will surely ever see and gain a glimpse of the future of Abu Dhabi.
British architect, Lord Norman Foster, is responsible for the iconic falcon-like design and surrounding green oasis, due for completion in 2014.
Thousands of people have already shown their eager anticipation for the museum by visiting the permanent exhibition at the Emirates Palace Hotel. The exhibition is a small preview of the diverse museum that focuses on the culture, education, faith and values of the contemporary and unique UAE nation.
As ever, the museum is also focusing on being environmentally sustainable and responsible, allowing self cooling and natural lighting mechanisms to be taken advantage of.
It appears that this museum will bring Abu Dhabi and Saadiyat Island to the forefront of cultural dominance and allow tourism to thrive in the entire emirate. Hotels such as the five star deluxe Emirates Palace and charming Hilton Abu Dhabi serve as perfect holiday locations to explore and enjoy all of Abu Dhabi, Saadiyat Island and the surrounding areas of the Arabian Gulf.
