United Arab Emirates Travel Blogs
Travel Blogs Entries by Country United Arab Emirates
- DubaiSo 2 nights in Dubai because we missed our first flight then couldn't get another till 4 days later. The. When we got to the airport we discovered the travel agent we rescheduled with had only booked josh's flight to Posted by Tamarillo in Wandering the World | Aug 29, 2011
- A Day in DubaiIt is day 3, I know I am leaving for Prague tomorrow. So the plan is catch most of the sights but I do not fancy getting grilled by the sun either so my sister gave a brilliant suggestion of Posted by canglingy in The Chronicles of Ling :) | Aug 6, 2011
- Onwards to the Middle EastI have some time to kill before the rendezvous with my sister so did some last minute currency exchange and just stroll around KLIA international departure area. Tempted to go into the Plaza Premium Lounge but didn't because it will Posted by canglingy in The Chronicles of Ling :) | Aug 6, 2011
- Dubai, hot and hotter, except in the mallMonday 25th July Dubai, Hot and Hotter Arrived Dubai 6am and we were given plenty of time to admire the vast shiny, bright airport while we walked a few hundred metres to Posted by Susan23611 in Peter and Sue doing Europe | Jul 26, 2011
- It's all about the money, money, moneyFor the most part, Dubai is spoken of very highly. I know plenty of people who have been and loved it, or at least been very impressed with its wealth and opulence. My opinion is almost entirely at odds with Posted by LucieP in A taste of freedom | Jul 8, 2011
- Dubai airportArrived in Dubai at 11.30am Aussie time,6am Dubai time. the plane trip from Bangkok was. Pleasant no dramas! Dubai airport very busy lots of shopping, lots of futures represented. We r just having coffee with a lovely lady from Posted by Susan23611 in Peter and Sue doing Europe | Jun 23, 2011
- Dubai UAESecond largest and wealthiest state in UAE where oil is king. Hot (wow) interesting and wealthy. Ruled with an iron (Muslim) hand and regimented in a way the average Kiwi would not tolerate for long. Posted by alanwithy in Dawn Princess from Sydney to Dover | Jun 21, 2011
- Arrived in Abu Dhabi[b]Finally i have arrived in AD after 14 hours of flying! My tv thing on the plane did not work so my mum swapped spaces with me. I watched 2 movies and played heaps of games! I did not like the food, Posted by Bolt in Travel to Europe 2011 | Jun 18, 2011
- Good Bye, DubaiAfter almost 2 months here our time is coming to an end. While this has been an amazing experience, both of us are anxious to return to our home and family. Besides the national sport of shopping, one Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | Jun 14, 2011
- Welcome to DubaiWhat an amazing city. We regret only booking an overnight here and are trying to get our travel planner to reschedule our home flight so we can spend more time here on our return. The Old Palace hotel is like something Posted by Bowlers4 in The big retirement trip | Jun 10, 2011
- Abu Dhabi and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque On Saturday we were up and out early to drive down the coast to Abu Dhabi - a trip of just over an hour. We met up with Dave's friend Kevin Fearn and his wife Donna. Kevin and Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | Jun 6, 2011
- The Public Transit AdventureNow that we are into our last 2 weekends here we really started turning on the sightseeing jets. On Friday (the first day of our weekend) we boarded the Dubai Ferry (looks more like an upscale tour boat) for Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | Jun 5, 2011
- The Burj Al Arab and the Souk Madinat JumeirahPerhaps tied with the Burj Khalifa and the Palm Jumeriah for sights that exemplify and identify Dubai is the Burj Al Arab. This is the magnificent sail-shaped hotel built on its own island in the Arabian Gulf. [img=http://photos.travellerspoint.com/36 Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 29, 2011
- Old DubaiDubai originally formed as a fishing and pearl diving village and was located around a small river called the Dubai Creek. It became a center of commerce and trading gold, spices and textiles. Way back in 1892 Sheikh Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 29, 2011
- The Ibn Battuta MallAfter Dave leaves for work in the mornings, Hazel usually goes down to the pool about 9:30 for an hour in the sun. That is about all you can take here because of the heat. It is usually Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 29, 2011
- Welcome to the desert! Welcome friends, family, and procrastinating onlookers. I though it was about the right time in my life to start a blog- if getting married and moving to The Middle East isn't, then what is hey? Iain and I will attempt Posted by Rowie and Nita in New adventures in The Middle East | May 18, 2011
- Final blog postI promise this will be our last entry lol. I wasn't going to post another blog entry however we spent the day at Dubai Mall & I just had to share with you the experience we enjoyed travelling 124 floors Posted by Duzzy 64 in Europe 2011 | May 17, 2011
- Desert Safari ExperienceWhat an awsome experience hooning around in the desert in an extremely comfortable Toyota Landcruiser, they certainly know how to do everything in style in Dubai. We were lucky enough to have 4 other Aussies with us, to of which Posted by Duzzy 64 in Europe 2011 | May 17, 2011
- America 2010Start Trip! Posted by JannieHome in America 2010 | May 16, 2011
- The Burj Khalifa and The Dubai MallAfter 33 years of holding the record for the tallest structure in the world, the CN Tower was surpassed by the Burj Khalifa here in Dubai. When you get a chance, you might find it interesting to google it Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 16, 2011
- Changes in PlansDave found out that his replacement will be able to take over earlier than expected - so we will be heading home June 17! It is a wonderful experience over here but we really miss our home, family and Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 16, 2011
- DubaiWhat a contrast between quaint little country European towns to OMG skyscarpers has far as the eye can see. We had a great flight, watched a few movies and ate more food. Emirates are as bad as the River Empress Posted by Duzzy 64 in Europe 2011 | May 15, 2011
- Day 1 - DubaiHi All Arrived safely after a good flight. Dubai is amazing, a shopper's paradise. Needless to say the Verras women made a little diamond merchant a very happy man. Weather extremely hot but not yet in the hot season - apparently Posted by Debra_V in Europe 2011 - | May 11, 2011
- Daily Life in DubaiWhile this modern bustling city looks like many we see in North America, there are some interesting differences in the daily life. We have already mentioned that in the summer it is very hot so you see few people Posted by DavidandHazel in Dubai Adventure | May 10, 2011
- Last few days in DubaiSaturday we got treated to a pretty awesome experience! I think maybe you guys should check it out online it’s a little old hotel called Atlantis situated on the end of the palm! Wow man it was incredible. Posted by drBrooky in Central/South America | May 8, 2011
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