Updated November 1, 2024
Always refer to official sources - there could be many rumors, speculations circulating in Social Media. Most reliable online sources:
The National News - especially of Abu Dhabi
Emirates News Agency - covering all Emirates
Wamnews Instagram Page - The official account of Emirates News Agency
ADMediaOffice Instagram Page - The official account of Abu Dhabi Government Media Office
Some useful links and numbers below.
General Info about UAE government, religion, currency, etc
Police 999
Ambulance 998
Air Ambulance 999
Fire Emergency 997
Marine Emergencies 996
Electricity emergencies - Abu Dhabi 991
Water emergencies - Abu Dhabi 992
Emergencies Office in the Municipality of Abu Dhabi, Al Ain and Al Dhafra 993
Weather condition and earthquakes emergencies +971 2 666 7776
Customer Protection 800 555
The Centre for Regulation of Transport by Hire Cars (TransAD) 600 535353
Abu Dhabi International Airport +971 2 505 5555
make sure to join your country/nationality facebook groups in Abu Dhabi, and follow your Embassy's official page
Abu Dhabi British Expats - Private group for UK Nationals
Dutch in Abu Dhabi - De Nederlandse vereniging in Abu Dhabi met bijna elke maand wel een leuke activiteit voor alle Dutchi
Abu Dhabi Moms Run this Town - this is a worldwide running group that encourages women of all ages & abilities to get out and run! Whether you're a novice or an ace, lace up your shoes-- you're welcome here. The goal is to meet for weekly (or more) runs, trade fitness and health related info, and meet new people in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Pratique - French-speaking social group
Abu Dhabi Q&A - Get the answers to any random questions relating to Abu Dhabi, for those living in or connected to the capital of the UAE.
Abu Dhabi Q&S - This group/page provides a place for the residents of Abu Dhabi to ask any question. Members will give the answers - to the best of their knowledge.
Abu Dhabi Women's Group ADWG - Although this group has been recently archived, it still holds lots of useful information.
American Women's Network Abu Dhabi - AWN welcomes all women of all nationalities. The American Women’s Network (AWN) is an informal group comprised of international women living in Abu Dhabi. AWN facilitates contact, support, and information exchange for both new arrivals and long-time residents. Through social events and special programs, AWN provides a platform for integrating into the community. It was formed in 1994 by a group of expatriates from North America.
Brits in Abu Dhabi - Public group
Expats Leaving and/or Returning to UAE (Help Group) - This group was formed to help fellow expats navigate the new process of leaving the UAE (effective June 23rd), as well as those who hope to return given new requirements.
Freya's Abu Dhabi Lifestyle Group - Ladies only.
Italiani ad Abu Dhabi - Italian social group
Arabian Journal - Russian page
Russian Speaking Mums in Abu Dhabi - the target is to unite Russian speaking Mums living in UAE and provide them interesting and useful communication, activities, events and a lot of daily tips.
Abu Dhabi Party - Resource for nightlife in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Travellers - For residents traveling throughout the globe from Abu Dhabi and the UAE. Please ask questions and share your insight and recommendations for destinations. Please note this is not a group for visitors to the UAE.
Best Bites Abu Dhabi - Loved it? Didn't love it? Share your AD food experience here - and get access to discounts, competitions, promotions and loads of other good stuff.
Hiking UAE - for anyone interested in adventures like hiking, trekking and canyoning in UAE
Tenant of Abu Dhabi (TOAD) - Ask questions about your lease/rent
The Language Club - The Language Club is the place you want to be to practice a language with native speakers. The goal is to bring people together from all over the world, offering them the opportunity to overcome language barriers and to thrive in their communities.
UAE Family Staycations - This group is about sharing Staycation experiences as a family and creating new experiences together. Members can post reviews, group staycations will be organized and special hotel offered shared.
Where to UAE - Are you looking for things to do, places to go, stuff to buy, things to help ... or just looking? Post reviews, ask questions - Where To UAE has it all.
make sure to join your residence (compound) facebook groups for marketplace.
Abu Dhabi Marketplace (The Original) - This group is for people selling or looking to buy in Abu Dhabi.
Abu Dhabi Online Market - This is a trading group for residents of Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Recycling Network - This group was created to bring like-minded people in Abu Dhabi together who are interested in recycling and want to share recycling bin locations and recycling tips.
FreeCycle Abu Dhabi (The Original) - Think of it as a yard sale online except everything is free. Want to get rid of something? Post it. Want to trade something? Post it. Help the community.
Shop Well for Less - NO selling of personal items! Or knock off fake gear. Shop Well For Less is a UAE based group that has been created for us to share any shopping related promotions that we hear about.
make sure to join country/nationality specific mom facebook groups in Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi Kids - Abu Dhabi Kids invites parents to share information on events, classes, camps and schools within the Abu Dhabi area -- all things relating to Abu Dhabi Kids!
Abu Dhabi Mums - Abu Dhabi Mums is the only volunteer based group in the UAE that caters for parents and their children, offering a wide array of benefits to its members. Membership is FREE.
Abu Dhabi Schools and Nurseries - The voluntary non-commercial group is to solely to assist, help, be a source of info to all the parents and teachers of Abu Dhabi. This is a platform to bring the academic and parent community together to exchange information & opinions.
Abu Dhabi Women's Group ADWG - Although this group has been recently archived, it still holds lots of useful information.
American Moms in Abu Dhabi - A forum for American moms who live in Abu Dhabi. This is a place to network and meet new friends, ask questions, share information, and offer support.
American Women's Network Abu Dhabi - AWN welcomes all women of all nationalities. The American Women’s Network (AWN) is an informal group comprised of international women living in Abu Dhabi. AWN facilitates contact, support, and information exchange for both new arrivals and long-time residents. Through social events and special programs, AWN provides a platform for integrating into the community. It was formed in 1994 by a group of expatriates from North America.
British Moms Abu Dhabi - British Mums Abu Dhabi is a community forum for British Mums or Mums of British Children living or moving to Abu Dhabi.
HouseMaid, Nanny in Abu Dhabi, UAE - This group help people to find Housemaids and nannies in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Kids Activities in Abu Dhabi - Keep up to date with all types of kids activities in Abu Dhabi for your little ones.
Les Mamans D'Abu Dhabi - French speaking Moms group.
Nannies and Maids UAE - Free classifieds for Nanny and maid requirement
Real Moms UAE - Real Mums is a social platform for mothers in the UAE for support in getting the most out of parenthood! Whether you are a mum, pregnant, trying to get pregnant or even a grandmother you are welcome here! We offer a safe place to ask questions, vent, share pearls of wisdom, recommendations and some (lots of) giggles.
Russian Speaking Mums in Abu Dhabi - the target is to unite Russian speaking Mums living in UAE and provide them interesting and useful communication, activities, events and a lot of daily tips.
Abu Dhabi Calendar - Abu Dhabi is an eventful destination where an action-packed calendar is as diverse as the landscape and enriches visitor and resident alike.
Abu Dhabi Cultural Foundation - Home of Abu Dhabi’s culture. A place for inspiration, knowledge and cultural exchange.
Glimpses of the UAE - Everyone knows Dubai but how much do you know or have you seen of the UAE beyond Dubai and Abu Dhabi? Great UAE travel resource
Khaled Al Ameri - Khaled is an Emirati YouTuber and vlogger who is known for his daily videos about life with his Arab wife Salama Mohamed and his kids, Khalifa and Abdullah, about love, life and family. Great source for learning about UAE culture.
NYUAD Arts Center - The Arts Center at NYU Abu Dhabi presents a world-class line-up of distinguished performing artists - music, dance, theater, film and more.
Time Out Abu Dhabi - Everything you need to see, eat and do in Abu Dhabi. All the news straight to your feed.
What's On Abu Dhabi - Everything you need to see, eat and do in Abu Dhabi
Yalla Abu Dhabi - Showcasing Abu Dhabi Life through Arts & Culture, Education, Living & Lifestyle, Gourmet Getaways & Foodie Feasts and so much more.
Yas Island - everything about anything happening on Yas Island (Hotels, parks, concerts, events)