Masdar Park — Attraction in Abu Dhabi

Having an outsider on the set of "The Good Place" requires some stealth coordination and, well, some spoiler-free props.

It’s mid-August on the NBCUniversal lot, and production on the show’s second season is nearing the finish line. To say that creator Mike Schur is taking the cloak-and-dagger approach to the next level for the afterlife comedy’s sophomore outing, which premieres Wednesday on NBC, is putting it mildly.

One of the few scenes that was open for observation involves notoriously indecisive Chidi (William Jackson Harper) mulling over two hats — one brown, the other gray. The scene is as simple as the description.

"Getting the big secrets today," Harper teases just before taking his position in front of the camera.

The covert manner is the after-effect of an unsuspecting broadcast comedy that managed to execute an ambitious plot twist that had viewers saying — in the parlance of the "The Good Place" — "What the fork?" Not an entirely easy task in an age where binge-viewing detectives can rewind and piece together clues.

For the uninitiated: The series follows the newly deceased Eleanor Shellstrop (Kristen Bell) as she tries to justify her slot in the Good Place — a heaven-like utopia run by Michael (Ted Danson) where cursing is impossible — despite living a life that should have yielded a more hellish fate. (If you haven’t seen it, you may want to stop reading now.) The Season 1 finale ended with Eleanor realizing that she and several of her fellow Good Place inhabitants were actually stuck in a “Bad Place,” an illusory, faux-utopia master-minded by Michael to torture them. Eleanor’s memory was erased, and she started fresh again in the “Good Place” — but not before writing herself a note...

Masdar Park is an absolute gem! We visited with our family and were thoroughly impressed with the park's facilities and amenities.

Highlights:

Family-friendly atmosphere: The park is designed with families in mind, offering plenty of green spaces, playgrounds, and picnic areas. Clean and well-maintained: The park is immaculately clean, with regular maintenance ensuring that all facilities are in top condition. Variety of activities: From walking and cycling trails to playgrounds and sports facilities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Dining options: The park offers a range of dining options, from casual cafes to restaurants, catering to diverse tastes and preferences. Sustainable features: As part of the Masdar City development, the park incorporates sustainable design principles and energy-efficient systems.

Review:

We spent a fantastic day at Masdar Park, enjoying the beautiful scenery, recreational activities, and quality time together. The park's emphasis on sustainability and eco-friendliness is truly commendable.

Rating Breakdown:

Cleanliness: 5/5 Facilities: 5/5 Family-friendliness: 5/5 Overall experience: 5/5

Recommendation:

Masdar Park is a must-visit destination for families, outdoor enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a peaceful retreat from the city. We can't...

It's a nice park, but it is small and therefore gets crowded after sunset and on weekends. Perfect during other times. Food trucks are available with all types of F&B, but they are over priced. There is no restriction to bring your own food, though, and there are plenty of picnic benches. There are a few stray kitties if you don't mind being meowed at for food or if you wish to bring some cat food along to feed them. There is a jogging/walking track and separate cycling track which is great and goes pretty far. You can hire bicycles at the start of the track. Along the track, are small workout areas with innovative workout machines that use your body weight as resistance as well as uses your workout to charge your e-device as long as you bring along your USB charging cable. I only wish that there was a port-a-potty (toilet) somewhere along the track as this would be most useful!!! UPDATE: lots of roaches around! The solar lights get faulty/flicker and many stop working. The washrooms are dismal on busy weekend periods, with not...