Travellers in search of an elegant hotel in Abu Dhabi should look no further than the Eastern Mangroves Resort & Spa. Providing guests with contemporary amenities in a scenic setting this well situated hotel pulls out all the stops when it comes to unforgettable desert vacations.

Often regarded as a desert holiday Mecca for the masses Abu Dhabi is synonymous with a number of engaging tourist activities which includes retail therapy in its plush malls and dune bashing in its vast desert landscapes. But this sparkling oasis of the Emirates is fast becoming a hub in the world of equestrian sporting activities and intrigued visitors can experience the thrill of a horseback ride on a vacation to this bustling metropolis thanks to its many riding facilities and landscapes.

Offering visitors fully equipped riding facilities complete with both in-house and outdoor training areas Abu Dhabi’s riding schools and tour operators also incorporate relaxing beach rides as well as lessons for those who are new to the activity. Tailor made to suit the needs of individual riders the horse riding packages on offer in the city will cater to the whims and fancies of the most selective riders and riding enthusiasts.

The Al Ain Equestrian Shooting & Golf Club for example is home to more than 155 majestic horse and includes a sandblast arena for novices. Expert horse walkers, 4 surface stadiums and a 3000m race track are just some of the on-site facilities at this reputed riding academy which offers riding lessons for children and adults. The Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club is not far behind as the city’s premier horse racing hub while the Dhabian Equestrian Club is the best venue to book for unforgettable beach rides. The 3 hour long beach excursions on horseback offer riders a 15 minute snack break and the opportunity to go on group rides as a tour must include at least 4 riders.

Al Forsan International Sports Resort in contrast houses more than 169 stables and international standard arenas as well as English and Irish heritage horses. The perfect venue for those who love riding and horses the resort includes a riding academy with lessons for all skill levels. Those who love to trek the desert or island terrains on horseback can opt for a riding tour offered by the Sir Bani Yas Stables.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+