Many are choosing Abu Dhabi as a better investment prospect than Dubai. There’s a very good reason:

The sun shines bright over Abu Dhabi. The economic future is glowing - secure, sustainable growth is a great part of the plan, there’s no significant overseas debt, it has a strong political system and a century of oil reserves - each contributing to the accessibility of this rare oasis of beauty and abundance. But there are more reasons to invest in Abu Dhabi over Dubai...

A bustling metropolis filled with an abundance of wide boulevards, luxurious stores, gorgeous gardens and towering glass buildings, the richest city in the world combines distinct Arabian culture and heritage with cosmopolitan charm. Acclaimed for its great wealth of oil, Abu Dhabi is also a growing tourist Mecca known for its international diversity, world-class hospitality, pristine beaches, serene deserts and more, including famous Abu Dhabi landmarks:

• The Corniche - a beautiful place to go for a peaceful walk along the coast; myriad sprawling parks and endless activities for the entire family - right in the middle of the city next to the sea
• Architectural masterpieces: Abu Dhabi Investment Authority Building, and the Emirates Palace Hotel; plus other major hotels - from boutique to 5-and 6-star international attractions
• Zayed Port - known as Mina Zayed - a famous Abu Dhabi port (one of the most important seaports in the UAE.)

Sea Views

The coastline in Abu Dhabi is far greater than Dubai. Much of the more recent developments dot the entire waterfront, appearing like a vast Mediterranean retreat by the sea.

Culture

Some of the most astounding cultural attractions in the world will soon be found in Abu Dhabi - including subsidiaries of the Louvre and the Guggenheim Museum. The Formula 1 Race Track is so huge it greatly overshadows the Dubai track.

Internal Investments

Unlike Dubai, which has depended on mercurial income opportunities, Abu Dhabi is investing in itself - with a brand new trade center valued at $95 million and an extraordinary, $150 million bridge to Saadiyat Isand.

Slower Growth / Proper Development Planning / Higher Quality

Call it the "Tortoise and the Hare" approach - but the kind of progress Abu Dhabi is making is much slower and well thought out in contrast to Dubai's headlong growth-explosion bursts. The mistakes now happening in Dubai because of its hasty growth decisions are not being duplicated in Abu Dhabi - new development quality is extremely high. By this methodical, detailed approach, Abu Dhabi is able to avoid supply outstripping demand - which is already happening in Dubai.

Rental Incomes

Because of Abu Dhabi's carefully orchestrated growth rate, compounded with a generous labor force, the actual demand for rental properties now exceeds the supply; consequently, incomes are much higher compared to those in Dubai.

Timing is Everything

The moment has never been better for so many promising future rewards in Abu Dhabi - where major property value is on the upswing and Dubai's is already on the downswing.

Oil Supply/Taxes

Abu Dhabi's oil supply is projected to last at least a century with 98 gigabarrels - being the fourth largest supply on the planet constituting 94% of the UAE's oil reserves. Both Abu Dhabi and Dubai are presently tax-free, but Dubai's oil supply is predicted to run out in the very near future so there is already talk of introducing income and property taxes.