Jamie Chadwick, UK Senior Manager for Yas Island, shares ways to be in with a chance to win prizes and boost eligibility for fam trips to the spectacular Yas Island in Abu Dhabi.
Fresh from UAE Connect in the Fitzwilliam Hotel in Dublin, Jamie Chadwick is currently touring the country to share details of why Yas Island is fast becoming one of the top family destinations on the planet.
He shared: “I know I might sound a tiny bit biased – but seriously, where else can you find four world-class theme parks, stunning beachfront hotels, vibrant bars and restaurants – all within 5–10 minutes’ drive of each other… with zero congestion, no queues, and one of the lowest crime rates in the world?”
Yas Island first opened to visitors in late 2010. In the time since then, new attractions have been added to the destination, including the Yas Links golf course in 2019 and Etihad Arena in 2021. It is home to 4 theme parks, 44 hotels and over 50 restaurants with highlights including:
- Ferrari World – over 40 record-breaking rides and attractions with g-force speeds & heart-racing heights
- Yas Waterworld – rip-roaring rides, epic slides & amazing experiences for all ages
- Warner Bros. World – 6 immersive lands at the region’s largest indoor theme park
- Seaworld Yas Island – the region’s first Marine Life Theme Park with 8 immersive realms, 15 interactive experiences & 100+ animal experiences & presentations
- Yas Links Abu Dhabi – 18-hole championship course, designed by top golf course designer Kyle Phillips, plus a 9-hole par 3 course and practice facilities
- Yas Mall – home to over 370 international brands, 68 F&B outlets and a range of entertainment destinations
- Clymb Abu Dhabi – an adventure hub that is revolutionising indoor skydiving and rock climbing
- Yas Bay Waterfront Dining Concepts
- Etihad Arena – with a capacity of 18,000 this has hosted UFC 257: Poirier vs McGregor 2 as well as Disney on Ice
Concessions for Travel Professionals
Jaime adds that for those of you planning a visit to Abu Dhabi as one of our fantastic travel professionals supporting Yas Island in the trade, there are special agent rates to experience our theme parks. Contact Jamie Chadwick to avail of the agent offer & experience Yas Island.
New to Yas Island
Since the start of October, two of the hotels at Yas Island have rebranded and refreshed to offer an even better family experience:
- Yas Plaza Marina (formerly Yas Island Rotana)
- Yas Plaza Circuit (formerly Centro Yas Island)
These hotels now feature brighter, more welcoming spaces and stylishly updated rooms. At Yas Plaza Circuit, guests can now book dedicated family rooms – perfect for extra space, comfort, and convenience. Whether booking for families, couples, or groups, these properties are now fully reimagined and ready to impress.
Complimentary Shuttle Service – Yas Express
In addition, visitors to Yas Island can avail of the Yas Express – a complimentary shuttle service for all Yas Island guests, including routes within Yas Island and to/from other Emirates. Follow the link here to view shuttle schedule and routes.
Training & a Chance to Win!
Agents are invited to take a few minutes to complete the Yas Island training here: https://yasinsiders.com/. As Jamie shares, “You’ve got to be in it to win it – and it’s a great way to level up your Yas Island knowledge.” This gives agents:
- Entry into a draw to win an Amazon voucher
- Eligibility for our FAM trip selection (course completion is key!)
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