Sir BaniYas Island, UAE

I spent most of yesterday in bed trying to shake a cold that came on like a monsoon. I didn’t know I was capable of sleeping that much. But it seems to have helped. What I missed was a return visit to the Abu Dhabi Louvre. This morning I felt better. Most passengers opted to stay at the beach. I … Read More

Aboard the MSC Euribia in Dubai

My friend Sue and I boarded the ship for a seven day cruise around the Emirates. When we return from the cruise we will spend a couple of days in Dubai before heading to Oman. The ship is quite a shock after my last two cruises. It is VERY large–6,000+ passengers. Not my preferred way to travel, but I liked … Read More

Abu Dhabi and Dubai, UAE

After a twelve-hour flight I arrived in Abu Dhabi late this morning. Because we departed midday, it never felt like it was time to sleep. But with the eight-hour time difference the flight arrived mid-morning. I’m now functioning on sheer force of will. I’ll be heading to bed soon. I was in this part of the world eight years ago. … Read More