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On The Go Tours Jordan
Perfect holidays, the Jordanian way
From grand palaces to historic temples, hot desert plains to snowy mountain peaks, On The Go Tours has always brought travellers the finest sights and adventures the world has to offer.  This is perfection the Jordanian holiday way. Immerse yourself in a truly authentic local experience on a popular guided group tour, make a date with some of the world’s most colourful festivals, take an unforgettable family adventure, tailor-make that dream holiday or discover the pulse of the world’s most exciting cities on a wide range of day trips; it’s all up to you. [caption id="attachment_45003" align="alignnone" width="600"] The jebels and duens of Wadi Rum's desert landscape are magic at sunset[/caption] A magical evening of traditional music and dance, local cuisine and shisha accompanied by awe-inspiring incredible lansdscapes awaits under a blanket of stars at On The Go Tours’ desert camp at Wadi Rum. A vast, silent landscape of ancient riverbeds, pastel stretches of sandy desert and amazing rock formations known as jebels, the desertscape of Wadi Rum encompasses some of the most stunning scenery in all of Jordan, forged by millions of years of geological formation, erosion and evolution. Split by networks of canyons and ravines, spanned by naturally formed rock bridges and watered by hidden springs, the jebels (essentially mountains) offer awesome opportunities for scrambling, rock climbing and trekking. The Details Explore the vast landscape on a 4WD adventure, stopping at unusual rock formations, with a night spent under the stars in a perfectly located desert camp. [caption id="attachment_45004" align="alignnone" width="600"] The desert camp at Wadi Rum[/caption] You can choose to spend the night camping under the stars or bedding down in comfortable permanent tents with twin beds and linen provided, although you may want to bring your own sleeping bag liner. If visiting in winter (November to March) it can be very cold at night in the desert and you may wish to bring your own warm sleeping bag. There are environmentally friendly shared bathroom facilities with hot and cold running water, toilets and a shower. A communal tent, furnished with small tables and cushioned seating area, is the place to gather at night to enjoy a hearty Jordanian meal and some traditional Bedouin music.   For more information please contact On The Go Tours on 1300 855 684 or email aus-info@onthegotours.com
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Your 48 hour guide to Abu Dhabi
This Emirate is often mistaken for a destination where weeks spent exploring will leave you feeling like you haven't scratched the surface.  We have created your 48 hour guide to Abu Dhabi which will ensure you leave experience enriched.
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8 things you absolutely can not miss in Abu Dhabi
You've booked your ticket, now what?  We'll show you 8 things you absolutely can not miss in Abu Dhabi!
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Live like a Sheikh in Abu Dhabi
Live like a sheikh in Abu Dhabi and find out exactly why this mesmerising Emirate deserves your attention, and your time.
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Three ways to find magic in the Middle East
Take this incredible region out of the too-hard basket and onto your must-do list. Here, three countries where the path to fascination and adventure is paved with amazing hospitality (and unbeatable Indiana Jones-style photo ops).
Inside the flamingo paradise that is the Al Wathba Wetland Reserve
Sometimes there are wildlife sanctuaries where you’d least expect to find them; proof that you don’t have to head to the planet’s grand World Heritage Sites to see something truly special, writes Daniel Down. 
Emirates Launches Extra Daily Flights To London And Drops Fares To $1269pp
If you thought you couldn’t afford to go to London, the stars are suddenly aligning for you…
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A cultural journey into the otherworldly mountains of Oman
The otherworldly beauty of the Sultanate of Oman is not just found in its spectacular mountain scenery, but also its time-honoured traditions and its gracious and welcoming people, writes Leigh-Ann Pow.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Abu Dhabi
8 reasons to make Abu Dhabi your next stopover
Heading to Europe and want to stop halfway, rather than do the whole long-haul in a one-r? We think that’s a great idea – and here are eight irresistible reasons to make Abu Dhabi your next stop-over. If Abu Dhabi is on your travel bucket list but you don't have a lot of time up your sleeve, then a stop-over is the perfect option. Here is what you can squeeze into your time while you're there. 1. Have afternoon tea in the sky at Jumeirah at Etihad Towers With incredible 360-degree views over Abu Dhabi, afternoon tea at the Observation Deck in Jumeirah at Etihad Towers is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. You can choose between their standard afternoon tea package for $96 or their bubbly afternoon tea for $135. Something this wonderful tends to get booked up fast so make sure you book ahead. [caption id="attachment_46722" align="alignnone" width="600"] Take in the views at Observation Deck in Jumeirah at Etihad Towers as you indulge in a delicious afternoon tea.[/caption] Located in Tower 2 on the 74th floor at Observation Deck and served from 2 pm to 6 pm daily.   Please Note: The entrance fee is AED 95. A credit voucher of AED 55 is attached to the entrance fee and can be redeemed on the day of your visit. 2. Speed down a waterslide at Yas Waterworld Feeling tired after that flight? Wake yourself up with a visit to Yas Waterworld, one of the most thrilling waterparks in the world. If you’re travelling with kids, it will keep them happy all day (and distract them – and you – from the jetlag). There is a free shuttle bus that runs from a number of key pick-up points throughout Dubai (50 minute drive) and Abu Dhabi (25 minute drive) to Yas Island.   Online prices start from $96 for a single ticket and $287.60 for a family of four. You can purchase tickets and find more information on shuttle bus times on the Yas Waterworld website.   Located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi and open from 10 am to 7 pm daily. 3. Visit the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque Visiting Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Zayed Grand mosque is a true cultural privilege. Resembling an Arabian Peninsula Taj Mahal, it took more than 100,000 tonnes of pure white marble to build, and has space for 40,000 worshippers. Free guided cultural tours are available to book through their website and run for 45 minutes. You are required to wear appropriate dress (examples of which can be found here) and note that food and drink - including water - is not allowed to be consumed inside the mosque. [caption id="attachment_46725" align="alignnone" width="600"] Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque is 100,000 tonnes of magnificent pure white marble.[/caption] Address: Sheikh Rashid Bin Saeed St, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.   The mosque is open to visitors from 9 am to 10 pm daily, except on Fridays when it closes to visitors for Friday prayers and reopens at 4:30 pm. 4. Sand-ski in the desert The spectacular desert around Abu Dhabi is a must when you are visiting this part of the world. Sure, you can do a camel ride if that’s your bag, but why not take things to the extreme and hop on a board instead? With Nuzhath Ideas and Abu Dhabi Desert Safari you can do just that – guides will take you out to the dunes and teach you all the tricks. Just make sure you wear sunscreen – it gets hot out there. [caption id="attachment_46728" align="alignnone" width="600"] Ski the sand dunes in Abu Dhabi.[/caption] For more information or to book the safari, available to book through their website 5. Play a round of golf at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club Maybe you’re after something altogether more chill after that long flight? Look no further than Saadiyat Beach Golf Club, where you play the classic Scottish sport right by the sea, with the breeze on your back. It was the first golf course on the Gulf and was designed by famed South African golfer Gary Player – so it’s pretty much golf heaven. [caption id="attachment_46729" align="alignnone" width="600"] Tee up a game of golf Saadiyat Beach Golf Club.[/caption] Located on Saadiyat Island in Abu Dhabi. Prices start from around $125 to $400 for 4 people and 18 holes depending on your arrival time. Book your tee time online in advance available to book through their website 6. Visit the Louvre Abu Dhabi Opened on 11 November 2017 and designed by architect Jean Nouvel, the Louvre Abu Dhabi, costing $650 million to build, needs to be on your list of places to see. Some of the world’s finest works are housed here from the likes of Da Vinci and Van Gogh, all housed under an incredible dome comprised of thousand of stars layered on top of each other to let sunlight filter through to the galleries below.   Address: Saadiyat, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates   The Lourve is closed on Mondays and open 10 am to 8 pm Saturday to Wednesday (excluding Mondays), and 10 am to 10 pm Thursdays and Fridays. Admission fee of $24.15 for adults, $12.10 for concession and free for children under 13 years. 7. Ride the Formula Rossa at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Ever wanted to feel what it’s like riding a Formula One car? At Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, you don’t have to imagine, because its Formula Rossa ride has been made to match the speeds set on the track – 240 kilometres an hour in 4.9 seconds, to be exact. Designed so you feel like you’re in a Ferrari F1 car too, you will take to the skies feeling legendary – and get back to earth feeling even better. [caption id="attachment_46726" align="alignnone" width="600"] Get the adrenaline pumping at Ferrari World.[/caption] Online prices start from $114 for a general admission. You can purchase tickets and find more information on the free shuttle bus service on the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi website.   Located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, open every day from 11 am to 8 pm. 8. Stay the night at Yas Hotel A hotel is a hotel is a hotel, right? Wrong. Designed by Hani Rashid and Lise Anne Couture, the Yas Hotel is built over the F1 Yas Marina Circuit, and looks like something from outer space, it’s that futuristic. Without a doubt – a night here is set to be one of the most luxurious, most fabulous nights of your life. [caption id="attachment_37038" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Stay a night in an icon at the Yas Hotel.[/caption]   Located on Yas Island, you'll be in prime position to access Yas Waterworld and Ferrari World. Prices start from around $210 per night.   Want to spend longer in Abu Dhabi? Visit our Abu Dhabi guide for more travel tips and inspiration.
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A beginner’s guide to the Louvre, Abu Dhabi
With the recent opening of the new Louvre Abu Dhabi, the United Arab Emirates capital has taken the first bold step on a cultural journey that will see it become an art hot spot to rival the likes of New York and Paris, writes Leigh-Ann Pow.
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The Residence by Etihad – ‘like your own private jet’
Etihad’s has taken in-flight luxury to a new level with The Residence, where travelling on a commercial plane is like having your own private jet, writes Leigh-Ann Pow.
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The abaya – where black is always the new black
The abaya is a ubiquitous site on the streets of Abu Dhabi, where its popularity ensures that black is always the new black, discovers one dedicated follower of fashion, writes Leigh-Ann Pow.

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