Musandam Dhow Trip

Musandam is a beautiful area on the northern tip of country. It is actually part of Oman, but you have to drive through the UAE to get there. We took a weekend dhow (boat) trip with friends in mid-April. We were treated to leaping fish, snorkeling, a few rainclouds, some kayaking, and lots of good company. Here are some pictures from the weekend.

A man's castle....

The villas here in the UAE are like no other dwelling that I have seen in my travels. Apart from the often impressive size and acreage of the property, they are often very elaborately decorated right down to the smallest detail. The saying "A man's castle is his home" rings very true here because many of the villas are the size of castles. Here are a few pictures of some local villas and one that is in the process of being built. Upon completion it is sure to dazzle...

Theo's passion....

Theo was introduced to kite surfing by one of his close friends in Seattle and once he tried it, he was hooked. He has taken lessons here in the UAE, in Oman, in the Philippines, and in the States. He loves the power of the kite and how free he feels when he is out on the water. Kite surfing has become his weekend passion. Here are some pictures of a great day at a beach in Dubai.