Abu Dhabi GP

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Location Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Date 02 - 04 November 2012
Lap distance 5.554 km
Laps 55
Race Distance 305.361 km
Track Record 1:40.279 S. Vettel (Renault), 2009
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Abu Dhabi

The Yas Marina circuit is located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi. The nearest airport to the circuit is the Abu Dhabi International Airport. From here it is a half hour drive to the Yas Marina circuit. The easiest way to travel from the airport is by taxi. That is also the most common form of public transport in the United Arab Emirates. The older taxis have a white color with a golden line and are the cheapest. The new taxis have a silver color and are a little more expensive.

Because the traffic is hard to understand for foreigners, it is not recommended to travel by car. If you want to travel around town, use the bus. Maps can be found at every bus stop.

Accommodation
For your stay in the UAE, you can book a hotel in Abu Dhabi. If you want to stay in an even greater luxury, you can book a hotel on Yas Island. Note that these hotels can be expensive. Click on the links to find a hotel that suits you.

Sightseeing
There are many more things to see in Abu Dhabi besides the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The recommended places to explore are Yas Island, Abu Dhabi (capital city) and Dubai.

On Yas Island you can find an amusement park (Ferrari World), a waterpark, hotels and beaches. Amongst other hotels you can also find the famous Yas Hotel.

If you rather want to explore the culture of the UAE, you can spend a day in Abu Dhabi. Especially shoppers will love this city. Visit the famous Abu Dhabi Mall or one of the nice markets. Click on the link to see what else Abu Dhabi has to offer.

Though Abu Dhabi is the capital of the UAE, the most famous city is Dubai. You can visit world famous sites such as Palm Island or the Burj al Arab Hotel, also known as Dubai Hotel. The cultural lovers can also visit the Grand Mosque or Jumeira Mosque. Recommended is the district Bastakiya where you can still see the traditional Arab houses. It is close to the Dubai Museum that you can also visit while you are there. Also recommended are the Oasis with their exquisite gardens and houses.

Season 2012
27/05 Monaco
10/06 Canada
24/06 Europe
08/07 Britain
22/07 Germany
29/07 Hungary
02/09 Belgium
09/09 Italy
23/09 Singapore
07/10 Japan
14/10 Korea
28/10 India
04/11 Abu Dhabi
18/11 United States
25/11 Brazil
Season 2013
Australia
Malaysia
China
Bahrain
Spain