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Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a popular tourist destination in the capital for the adventurous. The "Turbo Track" takes riders 64 metres up above the theme park’s iconic red roof. Image Credit: Supplied

Abu Dhabi: Etihad Airways is offering one night’s free accommodation in Abu Dhabi to economy class passengers travelling from destinations in the Middle East, Africa and Pakistan, and stopping over in the capital.

The offer is valid till September 15, this year, Etihad said in a press release issued on Tuesday.

Passengers covered

The offer covers passengers travelling from South Africa, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, Morocco, Egypt, Jordan, Nigeria, Kuwait, Tanzania, Kenya, Bahrain, Oman, Sudan and Lebanon.

Passengers will be accommodated in Radisson Blu on Yas Island and the Yas Island Rotana.

Radisson Blu Yas Island guests can dip into crystal-clear water of the Arabian Gulf, relax and escape from the bustle of city life, or play the stunning championship golf course at Yas Links. The hotel features 397 stylish rooms and suites, 3 restaurants, among other amenities. It is also close to the major tourist attractions in Abu Dhabi.

Yas Waterworld in Abu Dhabi offers some of the world s fastest and longest waterslides.

Mohammad Al Bulooki, Etihad Airways’ executive vice-president — commercial, said: “Five million guest arrivals were recorded in Abu Dhabi in 2017, proving that the emirate continues to attract greater numbers of leisure visitors each year.”

The Yas Marina Circuit, the home of the Formula One Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, on Yas Island.

Services

Etihad Airways has been running stopover programmes since 2011, and offering guests a variety of services including airport meet and assist, transportation, accommodation, tours, and visa processing services.

Flying Aces: the world’s steepest and fastest cable lift at the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.

Guests can take advantage of world-famous leisure and business attractions, including miles of beautiful white sand beaches, theme parks such as Yas Waterworld, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi and the soon-to-be-launched Warner Bros. Theme Park.

There are unforgettable desert safari expeditions, arts and cultural institutions such as Manarat Al Saadiyat and the Louvre Museum; exquisite local and international dining, world-class golf, and Yas Marina Circuit.

Under its honeycombed dome, the spectacular Louvre Abu Dhabi museum on Saadiyat Island offers a glimpse into history of the world and its major religions.

Abu Dhabi also offers a wide range of shopping opportunities to suit all tastes with a large choice of popular outlets and brands.

Kids have fun at Yas Mall on Yas Island Abu Dhabi. The mall offers more than 300 brands, with huge discounts during Ramadan sale.

The Warner Bros Abu Dhabi theme park on Yas Island is spread over 1.65 million square feet, and brings together super heroes and super-villains from the DC Universe: Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, as well as Warner Bros’ iconic animated properties such as Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and Tom and Jerry, creating a family-friendly destination for fans of all ages. The $1-billion indoor theme park opens to the public on July 25, 2018

The city also boasts a selection of spacious high-end shopping malls such as Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall, Marina Mall, and The Galleria — one of the world’s most luxurious shopping centres.