The two events will take place for the first time at the
Media Centre, Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi
Hotels Near GAID and WSA-mobile Events :
Some reduced rates are available for the hotel bookings for partcipants during the events. Please mention the special "Rate Code" while making your booking as listed below.
| Hotel |
Star |
Location |
Room Type |
Rate in AED 16% |
Preferred Hotels (Rate Code) |
Distance to Event |
Website |
Contact |
| The Yas Hotel |
5 |
Yas Island |
Deluxe room |
700 |
PLA011210 |
100 m |
Link |
971 2 656 0000
|
| Fairmont Bab Al Bahr Hotel |
5 |
Between the Bridges |
Fairmont 2 Queen beds |
1,419 |
|
10 kms |
Link |
971 2 654 3333 |
| Yas Island Rotana |
4 |
Yas Island |
Standard Room (twin bed) |
500 |
G-PLA0412 |
0,1 kms |
Link |
971 2 656 4222 |
| Radisson Blu Yas |
4 |
Yas Island |
Classic Standard Room |
600 |
|
0,1 kms |
Link |
971 2 656 2000 |
| Crown Plaza Yas |
4 |
Yas Island |
Superior Twin Room |
599 |
|
0,1 kms |
Link |
971 2 656 3000 |
| Centro Yas Rotana |
3 |
Yas Island |
Classic Standard Room |
450 |
G-PLA0412 |
0,5 kms |
Link |
971 2 656 4222 |
| Aloft Abu Dhabi |
3 |
ADNEC |
King room |
754 |
|
17 kms |
Link |
971 2 654 5000 |
| Traders Hotel, Qaryat Al Beri |
3 |
Between the Bridges |
Superior Twin Room |
790 |
|
10 kms |
Link |
971 2 510 8888 |
- Please note that prices may vary at the time of booking.
- We advise that you check with your local tour operator for packages including airfare / transportation / hotel stay.
- Hotels with a rate code are preferential hotels which allow WSA/GAID guests to avail a special rate.
Visa Related information for Abu Dhabi
To attend any of the two events, or both, you must first register. Registration is available online and is on a first-come, first-serve basis. To register, use the link here.
Once you register, your information will be reviewed and you will receive a confirmation of your registration. The organising committee can assist you with obtaining a visa to enter Abu Dhabi by providing you with a letter directed to the visa issuing authorities. If you need this letter, please indicate that in the relevant field on the registration form.
For more detailed information on visa requirement for UAE, please check : http://bit.ly/az8HJA
Abu Dhabi is the federal capital of the United Arab Emirates and the largest of the seven emirates. The Emirate lies on the borders with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the Sultanate of Oman and the Arabian Gulf.
General Facts
Language
Arabic (official)
English (widely used)
Religion
Islam
Ruler and Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi - Click
Geographic coordinates
24 28 N, 54 22 E
Area
67,340 sq km
Climate
Tropical, semi-dry climate, with hot summers, warm winters and scanty rainfall
Currency
UAE Dirham
Demographic Indicators
Population (mid 2009 estimates)
1,643,344
Population Growth Rate (2001-2005)
4.4%
Life expectancy at birth (2009)
Male: 73.5
Female: 77.1
Crude Birth Rate /1000 population (2009)
17.7
Crude Death Rate /1000 population (2009)
1.8
Agriculture and Natural Resources Indicators
Cultivated area in Donum (2009)
655,406
Fruits: 245,693
Crops: 232,141
Vegetables: 15,543
Natural resources (2009)
Proven oil reserves 92.2 billion barrels
Proven gas reserves 212 trillion cubic feet
Water and Electricity
Electrical Energy Generated 39,189,000 MWH
Electrical Energy Consumed 14.73 MWH
Desalinated Water Produced 185,955 M. Imperial Gallons
Desalinated Water Consumed 173,781 M. Imperial Gallons
Agriculture
Dates, vegetables, poultry, dairy products, fish
Live stock (2009)
Sheep and goats: 2,305,603
Cattle: 42,992
Camels: 378,076
Economic Indicators
Ports
Mina’ Zayed
Gross domestic product (2009)
AED 546.5 Billion
Contribution of the oil sector (2009)
49.4%
Contribution of the non-oil sector (2009)
50.6%
Gross domestic product by economic activities in 2009 (Million Dirham)
| Mining and quarrying |
269,875 |
| Manufacturing |
40,521 |
| Less: imputed Bank services |
21,531 |
| Construction |
55,228 |
| Real estate and business services |
46,037 |
| Wholesale and retail trade and repairing services |
30,132 |
| Transportation storage and communication |
38,822 |
| Electricity, gas and water |
15,295 |
| Agriculture, livestock and fishing |
5,496 |
| Restaurants and hotels |
6,425 |
*Data provided by SCAD
Labour force (2009)
919,298
Unemployment rate (2009)
3.25%
Inflation rate (2009)
0.78%
Sources:
Statistics Center - Abu Dhabi (SCAD)
Weather Conditions
December, January and February tend to see the coolest weather in Abu Dhabi, although by day, temperatures don't seem to stray too far from 22°C / 72°F or 23°C / 73°F. Some days do experience a cool breeze, which will mean that a jacket or pullover will be necessary, especially during the evenings.
Abu Dhabi Weather and Climate Chart - Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, UAE
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Abu Dhabi weather in November
|
30°C / 86°F |
18°C / 64°F |
|
Abu Dhabi weather in December
|
25°C / 77°F |
15°C / 59°F |
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