From singing sessions with friends to keeping the kids entertained before take-off
We’ve all been there, counting down the hours, checking the departure board, and wondering how to pass the time while waiting for a flight in Abu Dhabi.
Whether you’ve arrived early, have a long layover, or simply want to make the most of your time at the airport, Zayed International Airport has just introduced an experience that’s set to change airport waiting time forever.
The airport has just unveiled Karokay, the world’s first AI/AR entertainment booth, transforming ordinary airport downtime into an interactive experience unlike anything seen before.
Having launched on 26 May last, Karokay combines cutting-edge artificial intelligence with augmented reality to create a futuristic entertainment destination for travellers.
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So, if you’re looking to keep the kids entertained before a flight, enjoy some laughs with friends, or simply try something completely different, this fun-filled activity promises to redefine airport entertainment with an interactive experience unlike anything you’ve seen before.
Blending technology with a whole lot of fun, Karokay lets visitors jump into interactive AI and AR experiences that are designed to entertain, surprise and create plenty of share-worthy moments.
Think of it as a futuristic entertainment stop where AI and augmented reality come together to create an experience that’s a little different every time.
It’s fun, interactive and a great excuse to do something more exciting than staring at the departure board.
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Airport Pass
And here’s where it gets even better, you don’t need to be travelling to experience it.
For a limited period, Zayed International Airport is giving UAE residents and citizens the rare opportunity to explore selected areas of the terminal without a flight ticket.
By registering in advance, visitors can obtain a digital airport pass featuring a QR code, granting access to parts of the airport that are typically reserved exclusively for departing passengers.
This unique initiative allows guests to soak up the airport atmosphere, discover its world-class facilities, enjoy dining options, browse an array of retail stores, and even experience attractions like Karokay, all without having to board a plane.
This unique initiative means visitors can explore the airport at their own pace, discover its impressive architecture, enjoy a wide variety of dining options, and browse an extensive collection of retail stores.
The experience is designed to be seamless. Visitors simply book ahead, receive their digital pass, and enjoy access to the terminal’s attractions.
Those driving to the airport can even benefit from up to four hours of complimentary parking when spending AED 200 or more and validating their parking ticket.
Together, Karokay and the airport’s public access initiative create a rare opportunity to experience Zayed International Airport in a completely new way.
And who knows? You might even find yourself belting out John Denver’s Leaving on a Jet Plane; giving the classic travel anthem a whole new meaning.
For further information, follow @zayedintlairport or @karokay.ae on IG
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