Travel and transport agencies Abu Dhabi

Daily and daytime flights. Non-stop service to Abu Dhabi and more options if you fly via Amsterdam. For those who don't live in Paris, it's an advantage to use the French airline, as the Air France network makes it possible to link provincial towns to the capital without the headache of missed connections and without having to collect luggage during the transfer. Flight time is around 6 hours 45 minutes. Another advantage of a morning flight from Paris is that you won't arrive in Abu Dhabi too late, i.e. in the early evening.

The office of the historic Emirates travel agency was founded in 1956 in Abu Dhabi by Omeir bin Yousseef. For more than half a century in business, this agency has been offering tours to the Emirates with all-inclusive stay, but also to other destinations. They were the first ISO certified travel agency in the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Tip: If you want to go to Al Ain, don't hesitate to ask them to book the hotel for you, as they have very interesting offers.

Yas Express is a free bus service with eight separate routes. The blue route describes a large loop around Yas Island and serves the following stops: Yas Viceroy, Yas Plaza Hotels, Yas Links, Yas Central, Yas Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Yas Marina and Yas Beach. The red road serves all hotels to Yas Marina, Yas Links (golf), Yas Beach, Yas Central and Yas Marina Circuit until late at night. But there are also other routes that serve Saadiyat Island, Abu Dhabi Island, and the area between the bridges.

A sister company of Etihad Airways, Hala founded in 2016 is an event agency that organizes desert safaris, city tours and offers guides in several languages who will explain in depth the traditions, history and culture of the United Arab Emirates. The guides are easily recognizable by their uniform of beige pants and turquoise polo shirts. If you contact them in advance, Hala Abu Dhabi will also take care of you during your stopovers to maximize your waiting time.

Originally located on Yas Island, and now on Saadiyat and the Abu Dhabi Corniche, this service is a welcome alternative to the car. Yas's bike lanes are well shaded and protected from speeding cars. Be sure to check the web as new pick-up points are being considered all over Abu Dhabi. However, using them in the warmer months is much more complicated. It is best to bring sunscreen, a cap and plenty of water and avoid the sunniest hours.

Present in Abu Dhabi for many years, this company organizes tours of the city as well as safaris in the desert, in the Al Ain oasis, in the other emirates on land, at sea or in the air. Dhow trips, seaplane tours and kayak expeditions are just a few examples. Their website offers many possibilities and promotional offers. Their mobile number allows you to reach them directly by messenger, at any time and every day. Very efficient especially for last minute requests.

We recommend downloading the DARBI application, which gives you real-time access to all timetables and waiting times. The buses are all air-conditioned, modern and comfortable. The bux X62 connecting Abu Dhabi to Mezaira'a passes through Madinat Zayed. Three departures a day from Abu Dhabi, at 5am, 3pm and 8pm. Three departures a day from Madinat Zayed, at 8.35am, 9.40am and 4.15pm. journey time 2h45. Once there, you'll find very little public transport, but with a bit of luck a few cabs. Everyone travels by car.

Based in Abu Dhabi for several years, this French-speaking company organizes tours of the city and all the emirates with experienced, high-quality guides. Our approach is respectful of the local population and the environment. Everything is à la carte: adventures, escapades, Bedouin encounters, cultural visits. Personalized service with a team that cares about its customers, whether they're traveling with their families, on business or for the logistics of organizing group trips.

To reach Sir Bani Yas island, you need to take a cab boat from the Anantara hotel chain. You can park your car under cover when you arrive at the meeting point. The staff will welcome you and seat you inside this small, enclosed, air-conditioned ferry. The crossing is fast, but subject to weather conditions. Times are fixed for both outward and return trips, and reservations must be made at least 24 hours in advance. An email will be sent to you by the hotel requesting your arrival time.

Thrifty Car Rental is an international company with no less than 1,300 locations worldwide. In Abu Dhabi, Thrifty Car Rental has a dozen locations at Abu Dhabi International Airport and most of the city's malls, as well as in Khalifa City and Mussafah. Reservations can be made online and are very flexible - daily, weekly, hourly and at the location of your choice. A wide range of vehicles are available at very competitive rates. Good to know: there are no cancellation fees.

Fast Rent a Car is a car rental company established in 1990 in the capital Abu Dhabi. It is part of the Emirates National Group. Present in Al Ain, Sharjah, Fujairah, Ras al Khaimah and Dubai. Since then they have become the leading rental company in the country and have over 5,000 vehicles in all categories. If they are not yet very present in the city of Al Aïn, they deliver the vehicle free of charge to your accommodation. Reservations can be made on their website or by phone.

Careem is a local company that has been absorbed by Uber, but operates on a separate platform. It is widely used in Abu Dhabi and is the name used to refer to VTC. It allows you to book cars with drivers, but also taxis and 2-wheelers to transport a package. As most taxis do not have GPS, the application allows you to ensure that you arrive at your destination without getting lost. Both companies have a fleet of drivers who are very friendly and have very clean cars.

Stamps are fairly easy to find in hotels, but if you want to send a quick letter or something precious, frequent the Emirates Post offices and use the Empost express service.

If you don't see many mailboxes in Abu Dhabi, it's because you have to register with the Post Office to be able to use this old-fashioned service here! Emirates Post is definitely looking to the future. At the counter, you will be able to buy new NFT stamps or even address mail in the space that will be returned stamped!

Founded in 1996 by engineer Albert Matta, Cyber Cafe was introduced in Abu Dhabi as a franchise of Cyber Cafe New York. It is the perfect place to work remotely, relax, play games, watch sports and play games while enjoying a small meal or just a double coffee. The game room is filled with games such as special virtual reality machines, PS5 and Xbox x, a multi-purpose table suitable for pool games, a ping pong and air field hockey table, pinball machines and unique arcade machines.

This company, created in 2019, by locals organizes safaris. Beyond the expeditions they organize in the Liwa desert or on their farm, it is their knowledge of the terrain, culture and local history that makes them unique and authentic. Very present on social networks, they do not hesitate to share their personal anecdotes. Absolutely passionate and charming, this is an opportunity to discover also the route of the forts, the milking of camels, and the daily life in the Liwa oasis and the desert.