NATIONAL AIRLINE OF THE UAE July 2024 ABU DHABI: Explore the Middle East’s crown jewel EtA_09Jul2024_EN_00_Cover_13298378.indd 125/06/2024 13:21F O L L O W IN G D O E S N ’ T G E T Y O U T H E R E F I R S T . E R L I N G HA AL AN D W E A R S T H E N A V I T I M E R . MEIA_2024_014-Erling_Navitimer41_Blue_400x260_Atlas_R65.indd Toutes les pages13.05.24 14:05MEIA_2024_014-Erling_Navitimer41_Blue_400x260_Atlas_R65.indd Toutes les pages13.05.24 14:05welcome July 2024 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | 5 Dear guest, welcome Hello, and welcome to the July edition of Atlas. If you are reading this, I hope you are already a member of our loyalty programme Etihad Guest, earning miles with us every time you fl y. The programme has been running for many years, and millions of customers have enjoyed the extra privileges it brings. In fact, last month we welcomed our 10 millionth member. Now we have upgraded it further, introducing a more personalised experience, with core benefi ts, custom benefi ts and beyond benefi ts as you move to higher tiers, giving you the opportunity to pick the perks you prefer. You’ll continue to be able to earn miles through everyday spending too, making life more rewarding in and out of the sky. You can fi nd out more in this issue (page 80), and if you haven’t joined, why not join today? Remember, if you join now, you can get a free Wi-Fi chat package onboard where available. Our summer schedule is now fully under way and it is one of our busiest ever with some great destinations added to our network – including Málaga, Santorini, Antalya, Jaipur and Bali. In fact, we’re expecting to fl y almost fi ve million guests during the busy summer period from mid- June to mid-August. To each and every one of you, I hope you will feel we have delivered an extraordinary experience. I am also pleased to say that more and more of our guests are taking advantage of our Abu Dhabi Stopover feature, which off ers a free hotel stay to those booking their trip on our website. Abu Dhabi is a sparkling city, famed for its great shopping, diverse cuisine and fascinating culture. There’s a lot more to explore including Yas Island with its action- packed, record-breaking theme parks. Anyone booking a multi-city fl ight connecting through Abu Dhabi can stay for up to two nights for free in one of the city’s premier hotels or get a discounted upgrade in some of the most exclusive establishments. Read more about our Stopover off er in this edition of Atlas (page 12). I look forward to seeing you in Abu Dhabi, and I hope you have a great summer. Antonoaldo Neves Chief Executive Offi cer Our summer destinations include Santorini, Greece. EtA_09Jul2024_EN_05_CEO Letter_13298364.indd 525/06/2024 13:236 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | July 2024 July 2024 contents abu dhabi What’s on A calendar of the emirate’s best events over the next few weeks suitcase Summer daze Keep cool and chic this season with our top picks in fashion and beauty time zones On the map The month’s talking points across Etihad’s route network features Underground gang Learn more about the seven most elusive and exotic safari animals 10 32 15 22 NATIONAL AIRLINE OF THE UAE July 2024 ABU DHABI: Explore the Middle East’s crown jewel Cover Explore the best of what Abu Dhabi has to offer, from culture to leisure. 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An exemption is hereby granted for extracts used for the purpose of fair review. @2024 77 Inflight Entertainment & Publications PO Box 35566, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates +971 2 5110000 publications@etihad.ae Let the games begin Your ultimate guide to the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris Art of diversity An introduction to Amsterdam’s diverse contemporary art landscape travel Majestic Abu Dhabi A trip to the UAE’s capital brings everything from cultural icons to family entertainment and more 72 hours in Karachi Discover top must-sees and the best restaurants in only three days in this bustling Pakistani city index Etihad guide The go-to source for Etihad guests, with news and inflight insight Etihad Guest Take your experience to new heights with our loyalty programme 62 70 52 15 80 80 EtA_09Jul2024_EN_06-07_Content_13298363.indd 725/06/2024 13:23IMA GE S: XXXX 8 | ATLAS BY ETIHAD | July 2024 Padmanabhaswamy TemplePadmanabhaswamy Temple Address: ThiruvananthapuramAddress: Thiruvananthapuram Country: India Country: India Searching for one of the world’s greatest treasures? Look no further than the golden Padmanabhaswamy Temple. Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, it is a stunning example of Keralan and Dravidian architectural styles. The structure also holds the claim to being the world’s richest temple. Along with the main attraction – the statue of Padmanabhaswamy (reclining Vishnu) – are its legendary vaults. For centuries, whispers of riches hidden within the temple sparked curiosity. In 2011, on Supreme Court orders, some of the vaults were opened, revealing gold, jewels and other artefacts, con rming its reputation of great wealth. But Padmanabhaswamy Temple offers a lot more as it’s also hallowed ground for Hindus. So, whether you’re a history buff, an architecture enthusiast or simply looking for a spiritual connection, this attraction has something for everyone. PS: Etihad Airways offers 10 ights per week to Thiruvananthapuram. 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