Right now, Abu Dhabi Airport undergoes several changes because of the constant flow of passengers. The additions to the airport will be finished in 2017. United Arab Emirates considers this airport to be the second biggest airport of the country. There are so many airports nearby, that Abu Dhabi Airport is in a constant competition with them. If you are in a hurry and if you want to speed up the check-in process make sure to print your boarding pass online and pick out your flight seat 24 hours prior to boarding.
Several facilities can be found at the Abu Dhabi Airport, such as fast foods, duty-free shops or cozy lounges where you can wait for your flight. The United Arab Emirates strive to offer you the best flying experience so you can try out the self-check-in option. You can save some time and avoid queues by showing your boarding pass. A very important aspect that the United Arab Emirates insists upon is having the right documents. You should double check if you meet all requirements when boarding a flight.
Your passport must be valid, the staff from Abu Dhabi Airport is very thorough and they will check all of your documents to see if they are in order. Only some countries get a free visa from the United Arab Emirates and these are: Sweden, Norway, Denmark, UK, Italy, Germany, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Austria, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Ireland, Greece, Portugal and others. If you can't find your country on that list or you don't know whom to ask, you can call one of the staff members from Abu Dhabi Airport and they will clarify every piece of information that you request. If you have to wait some time for your flight you can quickly check in at one of the hotels nearby to get some shuteye. United Arab Emirates are always looking for solutions to offer you a warm welcome; you have Wi-Fi access in every corner of the airport, so you can stay in touch with the ones you left behind.
If you are interested in ground transportation, you can car hire if you want to have a taste of luxury. If you are searching for some calm and relaxation, Abu Dhabi Airport has a spa center that will help you cool off, to rest after so many hours of flying. United Arab Emirates have acknowledged the importance of this airport and its key location that is why if you feel like it, you can go to Al Ghazal Golf Club for a game or two, it is in the near vicinity of the airport.
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