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Tag Archives: shopping
The Old Souq
Today I joined the local tour group to visit the Old Souq in Al Ain town center. I wanted to learn a bit about it in order to take my parents when they are visiting. Here are a few pictures. … Continue reading
Posted in Al Ain, Expat Life, Food
Tagged burqa, date palms, fish, local tourism, shopping, souq
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Dubai Weekend
Yesterday morning I set off for Dubai for the first time since I’ve been here. Well, to be fair, I’ve been to the airport, but that doesn’t count. I was headed to Dubai to brunch and shop, sounds good right? … Continue reading
Posted in Expat Life, Food, Friends, Travel, UAE, Wine
Tagged Al Karama, brunch, Burj Khalifa, Dubai, Dubai Mall, Mall of the Emirates, Rotana, shopping, Tamani Hotel, westin hotel
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That Black Dress…
Prior to my arrival in the UAE I decided that I really wanted to work at a school where the principal requires all staff to wear an abaya. The abaya is the national dress of the UAE for women (more … Continue reading
From ojalá to insha'Allah 