Abu Dhabi has a beach to suit every traveller, whether you want a laid-back stretch of powder-soft white sand near the city, a family-friendly escape on a remote island home to 17,000 free-roaming animals, or a luxury break on a lush boutique private island with swings that soar over the sea.

Many of the emirate’s world-class hotels and resorts boast their own pristine beachfront facilities, but the UAE capital’s public beaches are gorgeous too.

Whichever you prefer, you’ll soon find a refreshing way to escape the bustle of life, soaking up Abu Dhabi’s year-round sunshine before cooling off in the shimmering turquoise waters of the Arabian Gulf.