Matt Cassidy

When he is not hunting for the latest piece of Abu Dhabi news, Matt is ticking off his UAE bucket-list experiences (although he does love to take a break to test out the fine restaurants and bars of the capital). An armchair sports lover, he is on a personal mission to attend every sporting event in the UAE to make out for most likely missing the big one in Doha in November.
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Dates of Sheikh Zayed Festival have been revealed

Heritage, food and entertainment shows in Al Wathba.

Sustainable crop growing receives green light by Abu Dhabi

Farmers to be encouraged to be climate-smart.

Mother of the Nation festival is coming to Abu Dhabi

The festival takes place from 9 to 18 December.

Philippines added to Abu Dhabi’s green list

There are 95 countries on Abu Dhabi’s green list.

Free bus service launched for tourists in Abu Dhabi

It covers 18 stops all over the city.

All the confirmed Christmas shows at Theatre by Erth

Festive entertainment this December.

Your weekend sorted

It’s time to enjoy Abu Dhabi.

Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers delivers culinary bliss this November

Seven special dining experience in Abu Dhabi.

Six Olympic clubs to be established in Abu Dhabi

Fencing, athletics, archery and more.

Bike City: Abu Dhabi named a haven for cyclists

Two more major cycling events are coming.

Have a Happy Flag Day from Yalla – Abu Dhabi Life

An extra special celebration on 3 November.

More Abu Dhabi T10 tickets up for grabs

The tournament starts on 19 November.

Pfizer-BioNtech approved for children under 11 years

Some 88 per cent of the population is fully vaccinated.

Al Marzoom Hunting Reserve begins seventh season

The reserve first opened in 2015.

Four-time Grand Slam winner announced for Mubadala World Tennis Championship

Five players confirmed for Abu Dhabi tennis tournament.

UAE tops global ranking for women’s safety

Survey asked if women felt safe walking alone.

Three new India destinations from Abu Dhabi

Three flights take off on 3 November.

The perfect way to spend a Saturday on Saadiyat Island

Pot this experience at Saadiyat Beach Golf Club.

Start your day off with a Mazaj Bab Al Bahr breakfast

Tuck into Lebanese and Turkish flavours.

Recharge and re-energise for November at Jumeirah at Saadiyat Island Resort

Treat yourself to the Beyond Wellness experience.

Rocking on to electric avenue in Abu Dhabi

Rolls-Royce makes a decision to move to electricity.

Major cycling event announced for Abu Dhabi

The competition begins on 20 February 2022.

New category added to The Abu Dhabi Young Musician 2022

The competition is being organised by British School Al Khubairat.

Abu Dhabi camel racecourse undergoes rebrand

Sweihan is one of the UAE’s most famous camel racecourses.

Abu Dhabi updates entry requirements into public spaces

The measures are effective 31 October.

A quick guide to the FIBA 3×3 World Tour Abu Dhabi Masters 2021

All you need to know about the basketball this weekend.