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Tag: United Arab Emirates

East Coast paddling

Having crossed the Hajjar mountains from Dubai we reached Fujeirah.  Its beach is on the Indian Ocean rather than the Persian … More

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Up in the hills of Arabia

The Hajjar mountain range with its numerous fresh water springs passes through the emirate of Sharjah, inland from Dubai.  There … More

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Tracks in sand

I took these pictures while on my Desert Breakfast trip.  I have no idea what animals left these tracks, they … More

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Desert breakfast

A visit to Dubai didn’t feel complete without a trip into the desert.  After the skydiving competition completed, I took … More

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Souks of Old Dubai

Dubai has been growing south along its coast from the original harbour, much of the famous skyline is in Jumeirah … More

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Looking up at dinner

As part of the competition, all competitors, organisers and judges were invited to attend a gala dinner outside the Burj … More

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Day and Night in Dubai

I had the idea for this kind of post on my first visit to Chicago in 2013.  Unfortunately my camera … More

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Spirit of the Union

For the last 43 years the United Arab Emirates have celebrated National Day on 2 December.  DIPC is scheduled over … More

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Dipsy 5

I am currently in Dubai as one of the judges for the Dubai International Parachuting Championships – DIPC for short … More

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