Accommodation Abu Dhabi
May 18th 2010, 2:00 pm
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Accommodation Abu Dhabi
Any suggestions on accomdation in Abu Dhabi for a family with a 1 year old child?
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
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May 18th 2010, 2:10 pm
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
Any suggestions on accomdation in Abu Dhabi for a family with a 1 year old child?
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
May 18th 2010, 3:53 pm
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
Any suggestions on accomdation in Abu Dhabi for a family with a 1 year old child?
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
May 18th 2010, 5:26 pm
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
Any suggestions on accomdation in Abu Dhabi for a family with a 1 year old child?
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
Our lifestyle is such that having a pool (esp baby) would be a bonus. Hopefully a playground as well (within 5-15min walk) Actually a playground is essential but I realise that it may not be the norm in Abu Dhabi to have this . I like running so somewhere in which I could run 1.5km - 2.5km 3x a week would be good too. We alos like the idea of being able to stroll along the streets (when the weather allows it of course!) and have corner shops at our disposal.
We've looked at the golf resorts. The only issue with that is that it is too far away and I don't feel to comfortable driving (not driven in 12 years ! - though I realise I will have to relearn). The other issue with it is that the front and back yard was not suitable for putting up a simple slide/ home playground as the garden consisted of narrow planter box type spaces.
All suggestions welcome. thanks
May 19th 2010, 7:34 am
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
yes it is the golf gardens, near the grand mosque.
budget given is 280K AED.
Yes was thinking of driving... seemed alright, not as bad as KL or bangkok??? But as minimal driving as is possible!
budget given is 280K AED.
Yes was thinking of driving... seemed alright, not as bad as KL or bangkok??? But as minimal driving as is possible!
May 19th 2010, 10:14 am
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
You can get a nice 2/3 bed with facilites, near the corniche for 250k. Mate of mine is pissed as there is a two bed in the building next to hers at 180k and it's got a pool. They're on 30th and 7th, near the corniche.
Personally, i wouldn't live off island if i could help it, especially if i didn't drive. You can certainly wonder around in town and there is alot on your doorstep.
The driving here is very similar to KL, but the jams don't seem quite as bad, never driven in BKK so can't comment, BUT there are some drivers who also drive crazily and with impunity so are more dangerous than usual.
Personally, i wouldn't live off island if i could help it, especially if i didn't drive. You can certainly wonder around in town and there is alot on your doorstep.
The driving here is very similar to KL, but the jams don't seem quite as bad, never driven in BKK so can't comment, BUT there are some drivers who also drive crazily and with impunity so are more dangerous than usual.
May 20th 2010, 8:25 am
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
golf gardens are nice, i would go with them.
Khalidiya, Karama, Bateen should all suit your needs.
May 20th 2010, 12:01 pm
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Re: Accommodation Abu Dhabi
thanks will have a look at them when we move there in aug
