Mary and Sue come to visit!

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Hello,

Well I would have to say the highlight of our visit together was the great city tour of Dubai. It was great to be driven around to see things as Dubai's roads are somewhat confusing. The signs may indicate the way at the beginning but they don't always follow through all the way to the end. I personally loved seeing the old outdoor souk near the dhow ferry pick up. It was full of character and interesting items as well as people. I actually saw this camel quilt that I want to buy...I got him down to half price but let's face it I'm still paying too much.
Included in the tour was a dhow cruise. We saw many interesting buildings along the way including one of Dubai's first iconic buildings built by Carlos Ott that reflects the water (National Bank of Dubai) as well as our boat that was cruising by. I tried to get an even closer picture but by the time Mary and I attempted to change the lenses...we had passed it. Another amazing fact is that those large traditional dhow boats (made of wood) are actually still used to transport goods in the Gulf (Iran, Pakistan, Sudan) like electronics, food, clothes...you name it. It looks like something the vikings would have used to travel in. They certainly don't seem to have much space in their holds that would make it worth their while. It was a long day on the bus but we toured the palm island last...it is amazing to see the Atlantis hotel at night all lit up.

Bye for now,

Sherry

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Photos

Double decker bus
Here we are off to do a city tour of Dubai...you get taken everywhere and it is well worth the money.

Etisalat building
There is a building in Abu Dhabi like this as well. Etisalat practically has a monopoly on cell phones and the internet.

traditionnal boats
These traditional boats still transport goods (electronics, blankets, fruits and vegetables)

Comments

[jill]

Nice pics. Keep'em coming. I am really enjoying your blog. Jill

[Kathy]

Nice trip..
Love the update....have you been to the water slide in Dubi? It goes down on a 90 degree angle, and into a pool of Sharks!!...Saw this on TV...so cool.... And why all the pic's of your Friends...get them to take some of you, and if they did take some...Post them...don't be shy, the last pic I have of you on your excursion, is with a Plastic Bag on your head and you are soaking wet. Must say I did have a good laugh, but post some like you did of Mary and Sue. Take Care...you will be home before you know it.......luv kathy

[deleted_152029]

so nice
The amazing City DUBAI

[Dubai Tours]

Lovely Pic. Dubai has really developed a lot in a short span of time.