YAS ISLAND, ABU DHABI EMERGES AS FAVOURITE LEISURE DESTINATION FOR CELEBRITIES

Year-round sunshine, an abundance of five-star resorts and adrenaline-fuelled activities ranging from high-octane roller coasters and waterpark rides at Yas Island’s award-winning theme parks, to thrill-seeking adventures at the world’s largest indoor skydiving wind tunnel and the world’s tallest indoor climbing wall, it's easy to see why celebrities head to the Yas Island, Abu Dhabi for fun and adventure. With the stunning skylines, picture-postcard locations Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier leisure and entertainment hub is just a perfect fit for celebrities.

The fun-filled Yas Island has been gaining popularity over the last few years. Yas Island is famous for being Abu Dhabi’s celebrity destination of choice. The destination has expanded to provide every possible amenity, making it a top choice to stay, work and play. It is home to the world’s mega-events, concerts, sporting events and over-the-top once in a life time options which are increasing.

Check out these celebrities who have painted Yas Island with their presence:

Will Smith, Lewis Hamilton, and Geri Halliwell

We have seen global superstars such as Will Smith, Lewis Hamilton, and Geri Halliwell Sitting in the centre of Yas Marina Circuit, and soaking in some happy spirit that Yas Island has to offer.

The Weekend and Bella Hadid

The most loved artist of 21st Century The Weekend along with US model Bella Hadid flew in for an after-Race Concert at the du Arena. The duo was making the most of Yas Island’s desert sports and spent in the afternoon enjoying on a quad bike.

Kevin Hart

A visit to the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix inspired Kevin Hart to bring his stand-up show to the capital. The talented comedian Kevin Hart enjoyed his luxurious stay at Yas Island so much, he is often seen at the destination like nowhere else.

Nicky Hillton

The hotel heiress was in Abu Dhabi for the mega event F1. She soaked some sun at yas island beach and hung out at the nearby stunning museum Louvre Abu Dhabi. She also visited the iconic Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which is the country’s largest mosque, built in traditional Islamic, Moorish and Mughal architectural styles.         

About Yas Island

Yas Island is one of the world’s fastest-growing leisure and entertainment destinations, located on the golden shores of Abu Dhabi - just 20 minutes from downtown Abu Dhabi and 50 minutes from Dubai.  Yas Island offers holidaymakers a diverse mix of award-winning leisure and entertainment experiences, from one-of-a-kind theme parks, world-class shopping and superb dining, to a links golf course, exciting water and motorsports, and spectacular musical, entertainment and family events… all within the 25 sq km Island.  Today, Yas Island is home to the award-winning theme parks Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, the record-breaking CLYMB™ Abu Dhabi, Yas Marina Circuit (home to the FORMULA 1 ETIHAD AIRWAYS ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX™), Yas Marina, the award-winning Yas Links golf course, as well as Abu Dhabi’s largest mall, Yas Mall.  With eight hotels, including W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Crowne Plaza Yas Island Abu Dhabi, Yas Island Rotana, Centro Yas Island by Rotana, Radisson Blu Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island, Park Inn by Radisson Hotel Abu Dhabi Yas Island and Staybridge Suites Abu Dhabi Yas Island,  plus more than 165 dining experiences, the destination also features indoor and outdoor concert venues including MAD and Etihad Arena - all of which are complemented by a range of visitor services that connect all attractions to one another.