Under the theme ‘The Light Compass’, this edition will feature over 19 newly commissioned works and site-specific light sculptures, projections and immersive installations across the emirates.
Manar Abu Dhabi, is a public light art exhibition that aims to foster creativity and celebrate the emirate’s landscapes, will once again illuminate the archipelagos, mangroves and oases of the emirate of Abu Dhabi from 1 November 2025 to 4 January 2026 (Al Ain) and 15 November 2025 to 4 January 2026 (Abu Dhabi).
The installations in Al Ain, part of Manar Abu Dhabi, will be on display from1 Novemberto coincide with the ongoing Traditional Handicrafts Festival.
Dates (Al Ain):1 November 2025 – 4 January 2026Location:Al Qattara and Al Jimi OasisDates (Abu Dhabi):15 November 2025 – 4 January 2026Location:Jubail Island and Mina Zayed

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A museum worth visiting. If you bring a child, you can bring in a small bottle of milk powder to feed the child. Other than the baby&#39;s bottle, you can&#39;t bring in any other water. I like the museum design very much. The exhibits are very unique, with works from several different countries on one theme.

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Must-See Highlights: More Than Just Luxury
1. Golden Quote Sculpture: The most impressive feature of the palace is the golden sculpture, carved with Arabic script. It cites a famous quote from Sheikh Zayed, the founding father of the UAE: &quot;Wealth is not money or oil; wealth lies in the people. Nothing is worthwhile if it is not dedicated to serving the people.&quot; This quote perfectly captures the philosophy behind the UAE&#39;s prosperity.

2. Parliament Hall: The Parliament Hall, adorned with 350,000 pieces of gold leaf, is breathtaking. This is where the UAE&#39;s top leaders meet, allowing visitors to experience the solemn atmosphere of national governance up close.

3. &quot;Golden Bird&#39;s Nest&quot;: This must-photograph and Instagram-worthy spot, resembling a bird&#39;s nest, symbolizes the UAE&#39;s vibrant vitality.

4. Hall of Knowledge: This hall showcases the Arab world&#39;s contributions to science, literature, astronomy, and other fields, allowing us to appreciate the tremendous impact of Arab civilization on human knowledge.

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Ferrari World is a lot of fun.

Enjoyment: Surprisingly, there are quite a few attractions for children under 110cm tall.
The park also has a small playground where children can climb freely, which keeps them entertained for hours.

Temperature: Although the park is located on the second floor of Yas Mall, the space is naturally light-filled, so it&#39;s quite warm inside. Even wearing summer clothes won&#39;t be a problem; you won&#39;t feel cold.

It&#39;s much warmer than Warner Bros. and SeaWorld, haha.

Convenience: There&#39;s a direct shuttle bus from Yas Island to Ferrari World.
Dubai also has a direct shuttle bus to Ferrari World, both of which are super convenient.

Note: You can bring food and water into the park. This is very user-friendly.
However, I&#39;m not sure what their criteria are; each park on Yas Island has different rules. If you find something that&#39;s not allowed, you can either throw it away or check it in.
I tried bread, snacks, and plastic bottles of water, and they were all allowed.

SeaWorld® Yas Island

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi is the newest of Yas Island&#39;s four theme parks, and it boasts two photogenic spots that are well worth a visit. Both are located in the One Ocean area.

Attractions: Children will love the children&#39;s playground area. Children under 110cm tall can also enjoy the roller coasters.
The park also features a free climbing area, which keeps children entertained for hours.
Interaction: There&#39;s an area where you can touch starfish, baby sharks, and manta rays. It&#39;s a wonderful interactive experience.

Shows: If you&#39;ve been to Chimelong Ocean World and Spaceship Park in Zhuhai, you&#39;ll probably find the shows at other Ocean Worlds quite impressive. So, you can skip the shows, haha.

Temperature: Aside from the penguin area, which was incredibly cold, the rest of the area was normal. Because Abu Dhabi is generally hot, it&#39;s not recommended to bring thick clothing; autumn clothes are sufficient. However, you can use a few hand warmers, which are lightweight and convenient. Just bring some when you go to the penguin area.

Convenience: There&#39;s a direct shuttle bus from Yas Island to Ocean World. There&#39;s also a direct shuttle bus from Dubai, both very convenient.

Note: You can bring food and water into the park. This is very user-friendly.

However, I&#39;m not sure what their criteria are; each park on Yas Island varies. If you encounter something that&#39;s not allowed, you can either throw it away or check it in.

I tried bread, snacks, and plastic bottles of water, and they were all allowed.

Warner Bros. World™ Yas Island

One of the three Warner Bros. theme parks in the world.

Enjoyment: There are quite a few attractions suitable for children under 110cm tall.
You can ride the roller coaster, but the park itself is quite small. You won&#39;t be able to stay there for very long. It feels like the smallest of the parks on Yas Island.
The Batman and Joker areas are dark and scary, and there are height requirements, making them more suitable for adults. Children might find them scary.

Temperature: The coldest of the parks on Yas Island. Be sure to bring a jacket and a heat pack; it can get really cold after a long stay.

Convenience: There are direct shuttle buses from Yas Island to the parks. Dubai also has direct shuttle buses to the parks, which are both very convenient.

Note: You can bring food and water into the parks. This is very user-friendly.
However, I&#39;m not sure what their criteria are; each park on Yas Island has different standards. If you find something that isn&#39;t allowed, you can either throw it away or check it in.
I tried bread, snacks, and plastic bottles of water, and they were all allowed.

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