For the outdoorsy types with a taste for adventure, the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club located in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, is the ideal place to go. Here one can participate in a variety of activities ranging from horse riding to rugby. The Equestrian Club was only launched in 2007 but has quickly become one of the club’s most popular attractions. They contain over one hundred horses, all of whom are well trained. For riders the club has fifteen sand paddocks, a race track, and four equestrian surface arenas- including an indoor arena. The Equestrian Club also conducts lessons for adults and children at all levels.
The Shooting Club has facilities that meet Olympic standards. This includes a ten metre range for air pistols, a fifty metre rifle range, and a twenty five metre range for pistols. There are professionals on hand to train members whether they are just doing it for fun or plan on shooting at the competitive level. The Golf Club boasts an eighteen hole course and is so full of water and greenery that visitors will find it hard to believe that they are in a desert nation. Although the course is accessible to beginners, it was designed to challenge players of all levels. There are a range of membership options, including memberships that are only valid for a few days.
Spending a day at the Al Ain Equestrian, Shooting and Golf Club is just one of many leisure options available for those visiting Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. Tourists can also shop to their hearts content at one of the many shopping malls, visit cultural sites such as the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and spend a day at the camel races. The emirate of Abu Dhabi boasts excellent infrastructure making it a convenient tourist destination. Although the roads are more car oriented, there are plenty of buses available.
When it comes to accommodation they are numerous places to choose from. Travellers looking for luxury hotels Abu Dhabi will not be disappointed with the Qasr Al Sarab Desert Resort by Anantara. Located on Sir Bani Yas Island, it is one of the best Abu Dhabi hotels around and is a treat to stay at.