Abu Dhabi Bags Golf Tourism Award

Abu Dhabi's drive to attract a larger share of the international golf tourism segment has received a major boost in one of its key markets, with the emirate winning the prestigious 'Newcomer Destination of the Year' accolade at the Golf Journal Travel Awards.

Golf Travel Guide: Abu Dhabi

Capital of the United Arab Emirates and newly-crowned richest city in the world, Abu Dhabi is very much in its prime. Two hours south-east of Dubai, it has begun to draw increasing numbers of visitors, attracted by the soaring temperatures, the east-meets-west culture clash and the world-class distractions on offer, including the golf.