Abu Dhabi Unwrapped: A Sonic Travel Guide
Abu Dhabi Unwrapped: A Sonic Travel Guide is a four-part podcast series hosted by Katie Overy, exploring the emirate of Abu Dhabi. Each episode takes listeners on a journey through the destination's heritage, culture, and innovation, featuring off-the-beaten-track adventures, adrenaline-filled experiences, vibrant public art, world-renowned museums, rich culinary traditions, and world-class luxury. The series aims to inspire and intrigue those curious to explore beyond the obvious in Abu Dhabi.
Episodes
Heritage and luxury: What truly makes Abu Dhabi unique
What makes Abu Dhabi unlike anywhere else? Katie Overy sets out to capture the essence of the Emirate, from its iconic architecture to its culture, entertainment and hospitality. Find out what makes Abu Dhabi a must-visit gem. Paid and presented by the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Culture and art: How Abu Dhabi blends the old with the new
Culture in Abu Dhabi is always evolving. In this episode, enjoy a tour around the Emirate’s vibrant art scene, meeting local artists and experiencing immersive, tech-led installations. Discover how Abu Dhabi blends heritage with new ideas, creating a cultural landscape rooted in the past and constantly looking ahead. Paid and presented by the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dha
Food and local flavours: Why Abu Dhabi could be the next global food capital
Abu Dhabi is home to incredible local produce, from sweet dates and figs to the much-loved breakfast chabab. Join host Katie Overy as she meets farmers and chefs who share how Emirati cuisine brings people together. Here explore how food, hospitality and culture work in tandem to bring people round the dinner table and why Abu Dhabi is fast becoming a global destination for foodies. Pai
Adventure and exploration: Why you should get off Abu Dhabi’s beaten track
There are many ways to explore Abu Dhabi beyond the obvious. From ancient tombs hidden within desert parks to paddleboarding through peaceful mangroves, this episode uncovers unexpected experiences across the Emirate. Or maybe you fancy slowing things down with a visit to a luxury wellness retreat. Discover Abu Dhabi in this episode, off-the-beaten track. Paid and presented by the Depa
Preview: Abu Dhabi Unwrapped
Abu Dhabi: a destination where heritage, culture and innovation meet, and soon, a new season ready to be unwrapped. Host and broadcaster, Katie Overy, takes us on a sonic journey across the emirate she knows well, discovering it in new and unexpected ways. From off-the-beaten-track adventures and adrenaline-filled experiences to vibrant public art, world-renowned museums, rich culinary traditions
#5 Food for the Soul
There’s nothing like exploring a place through your tastebuds. In our final episode, Dina experiences Abu Dhabi’s delicious and diverse food scene with a traditional early breakfast at Al Fanar, an international buffet brunch at the Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Hotel’s Sofra BLD and taking supper at one of the emirate’s oldest eateries, Bu Tafish. Dina also visits the renowned Mina Markets to learn a
#4 Abu Dhabi’s Adrenaline Rush
This week, Abu Dhabi’s adventurous side awaits. Record-breaking experiences include the world’s fastest rollercoaster, the largest indoor skydiving tunnel and the biggest indoor theme park. Accompanied by adrenaline junkie experts, Dina goes off the beaten track with a kayak tour through the emirate’s Eastern Mangroves, a track day at Yas Marina Circuit and dune bashing through the desert. Fo
#3 A Luxury Life
In this week's episode, Dina begins a day of decadence at Abu Dhabi’s iconic Emirates Palace and Spa sampling their famous gold-leaf ‘Palace Cappuccino’ and learning all about their specialist Middle Eastern spa treatments. Indulging in more of the grandeur the city has to offer, Dina discovers gold souks, supercars and Michelin star restaurants alongside select connoisseurs well versed in th
#2 Making Family Memories
Today, we’re getting top tips for keeping the whole family entertained. Dina explores the colorful maze of pools and slides at Yas Waterworld; takes a boat trip across the Abu Dhabi archipelago; learns about the Emirate's history and traditions at Qasr Al Hosn’s museum and children's library; and spends time up close with falcons, giraffes, leopards and cheetahs on safari at Bani Yas Wildlife Park
#1 Cultural Identity: Past & Present
Kicking off our journey of discovery, Dina visits Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Heritage Village, Manarat Al Saadiyat Cultural Centre and Qasr Al Watan Presidential Palace to experience Abu Dhabi’s remarkable historical locations, breathtaking architecture and the craftsmanship of local artisans. She speaks to renowned Emirati creatives contributing to the cultural scene - artist, Maitha Abdalla; poe
