Surf the internet for free while you smell the roses in Abu Dhabi

By Binsal Abdul Kader, Staff Reporter - Published: November 09, 2008, 23:02 (Gulf News Article)
Abu Dhabi: Residents can enjoy free wireless internet connectivity in two public parks on the corniche within a month, thanks to a new initiative of Abu Dhabi Municipality, a senior official told Gulf News on Sunday.
"We are trying to complete the preparations in co-operation with etisalat to introduce internet connectivity within one month," said Abdul Aziz Al Jeraishi, Director of Public Parks and Recreation Department at Abu Dhabi Municipality.
"Initially, the connectivity will be available in two public parks on the corniche - Musical Park and Official Park." The connectivity will be available round the clock, said the official. "The entry is free to those two parks, so people can enjoy free browsing.
"If successful, we will gradually extend the service to other parks in the capital," said Al Jeraishi.
The Municipality expects more visitors to those parks once web connectivity gets operational. "We will make necessary arrangements like seating and lights for the visitors," said the official.
Residents welcomed the initiative. "This is great, I can hang on park or beach and do something useful", said Diego Galliker, a Swiss resident.
"Now I can do some research or related things as part of my work while relaxing at the park," said Gallikar who is an architect.