Abu Dhabi Delight

We really enjoyed Abu Dhabi. At moments we felt like we were in San Diego, California because of its proximity to nice beaches, its beautiful landscaping and trees, and its relaxing atmosphere.

We had the opportunity to see the Royal Presidential Palace and it was absolutely beautiful inside. It held a prominent position in the city on top of a hill commanding the views from nearby bays.



An impressive and massive (compare to the cars in the photo) portrait of the ruling Sheikh of the UAE.

The beaches were very enjoyable with their turquoise colored water. Lots of salt content to keep you afloat effortlessly. Together with some good reading and a massage for Meg it was a nice getaway trip.

Toastmasters

Toastmasters -a fun group to hang out with in Fujairah. Meg and I at the 100th meeting gala dinner. Our group in part of the 79 district that includes all the Middle East clubs. I got to meet many of them at a conference in Abu Dhabi.

At our table are our friends from Singapore and Pakistan.

A group photo: Members are from India, Pakistan, Somalia, Bangladesh, Columbia as well as some locals.

Family Fishing

An Emirati family enjoying their Saturday afternoon picnicking and fishing in Khor Kalba. On weekends many locals like to drive out to their favorite picnic spots and relax until the wee hours of the night.

Weekends are Friday and Saturday to allow everyone to attend mosque services on Friday. Many businesses shut down between 11:30-2pm during the services on Friday.

Nature's Beauty: Where Desert Sand Meets the Ocean's Sand

Spent more time at the Beach. The photos show a snail caught in the act of making a golden section. The mangrove swamp at low tide with a native turtle population. A fisherman's 4x4. Supposedly this was the truck that conquered the Arabian desert and was instrumental in the discovery of oil and later development. Many of the fisherman use them to haul their nets out of the sea. And 3 folks leaving their inhibitions with their shoes.