So...why am I going to Abu Dhabi?

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I am traveling to Abu Dhabi for one month to work with one of my company's clients there, teaching doctors and nurses how to use our software. I am thrilled to have this opportunity and cannot wait to share stories and photos with you from my journey to the Middle East! I am certain that I will not leave there without a sunburn, too many souvenirs, fond memories, and a new perspective. Check this blog for updates and photos.

Fun facts about Abu Dhabi:
*There is a 9 hour time difference from Kansas City to the UAE.
*The average temperature there in the summer months is 110 degrees...which means it sometimes gets hotter than that. Um...that's hot.
*It is a Muslim society, but travelers are not required to wear traditional Middle Eastern dress. However, dressing conservatively is recommended.
*Abu Dhabi is approximately two hours (by car) from Dubai, the newly proclaimed Las Vegas of the world.
*80%!o(MISSING)f the people that live in Abu Dhabi are not native to the country.

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Comments

[Anastasia]

Yippy!
I'm so excited for you, Erin! What an adventure! Here are my questions: 1. What kind of toilet paper do they use in Abu Dhabi? Is it the brown paper bag stuff, or more like the white fluffy clouds kind? 2. If I have to mail you white fluffy clouds toilet paper, where do I mail it? Can't wait to hear all about it! YIPPY! Have a blast! Love you to pieces! :) Anastasia

[TravelMaty]

Here are my answers: 1. It is definitely white, but I am not certain about the fluffy clouds. 2. Fluffy clouds can be mailed to: Erin Matyak c/o Millennium Hotel PO Box 44486 Abu Dhabi U.A.E.