Yas & Saadiyat Islands Win 195+ Global Awards in 2025

Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island and Saadiyat Island have been recognized with more than 195 regional and international awards in 2025, highlighting the emirate’s status as a world-class tourism and lifestyle destination.

Dr. Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, Group CEO of Miral, said: “These awards reflect our commitment to creating memorable experiences for our guests and supporting Abu Dhabi’s long-term tourism ambitions. Our teams and partners have worked together to make Yas Island and Saadiyat Island leading global destinations. We aim to inspire, create lasting value, and strengthen Abu Dhabi as a hub for culture, entertainment, and tourism.”

Yas Island Achievements:

• World Travel Awards: Yas Island named World’s Leading Theme Park Destination.

• MENALAC Awards 2025: Recognized as Best Integrated Leisure Destination.

• Ferrari World Yas Island: World’s Leading Theme Park and Middle East’s Leading Theme Park.

• Yas Waterworld: Middle East’s Leading Water Park.

• Warner Bros. World: Middle East’s Leading Tourist Attraction.

• CLYMB Yas Island: Middle East’s Leading Adventure Tourist Attraction.

SeaWorld Yas Island earned top honors for its ‘Draw Me the Sea’ campaign at the PRCA MENAT Awards, International Business Stevie Awards, and SABRE Awards, recognizing its focus on marine life education and conservation.

Lifestyle, Dining, and Entertainment Wins:

• Yas Bay Waterfront: Over 20 awards, including favorites at What’s On Abu Dhabi, Time Out Abu Dhabi, and FACT Dining Awards. Top venues include Siddharta Lounge, Bushra, Barbossa, and Cafe del Mar.

• Yas Marina & Etihad Arena: Gold Anchor Platinum Award and global recognition at Eventex Awards and Middle East Event Awards 2025.

• Yas Marina Circuit: 16 awards for the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, including Favourite Sporting Event, Best Sports Venue, and sustainability recognition at SPIA Awards.

• Yas Links: 12 accolades, including Abu Dhabi’s Best Golf Course at World Golf Awards.

Saadiyat Island Highlights:

• Recognized as Best Beach Destination, Middle East and Best Luxury Destination, Middle East at CEO Destinations Travel Awards.

• Rixos Premium Saadiyat: Middle East’s Leading All-Inclusive Resort & Abu Dhabi’s Leading Family Resort.

• Jumeirah Saadiyat: Best Beach Club (Time Out Abu Dhabi) and Michelin Key for property, Michelin Select for Tean Restaurant.

• Saadiyat Beach Golf Club: 59club Global Awards and Gold Flag Destination honors for excellence.

Marketing, Campaigns, and Customer Engagement:

• Yas Island won Effie Awards MENA, Smarties Awards, and Marketing Society Awards GCC for creative campaigns including Shaquille O’Neal and Zindagi Ko Yas Bol.

• Annual Pass program received multiple Gold awards for loyalty and guest engagement.

• Recognized globally for strategic partnerships with awards from Fliggy Awards, MICE China Awards, and Tongcheng Awards.

These achievements underline Miral’s focus on innovation, collaboration, and exceptional guest experiences, further establishing Yas Island and Saadiyat Island as premier global tourism destinations.