There is an old saying, “timing is everything”, an expression which means that the “consideration of other events can greatly influence some desired outcome”. This sums up our stop in Salalah, Oman perfectly. Our arrival in this port was on a Friday, the holy day of the week for Muslims. As a result many of…
Month: April 2023
Port of Call – Fujairah, UAE
Fujairah is the fourth largest of the emirates. It does not have the wealth or tourism appeal that Abu Dhabi or Dubai have, but it allowed us to see the “other” side of the United Arab Emirates. Our drive took us through lush green landscapes along the scenic coastline, up mountainous terrains and through villages…
Port of Call – Abu Dhabi
Stunning architecture under brilliant blue skies, colourful foliage surrounded by encroaching desert sands and a diverse population of friendly welcoming people; this is Abu Dhabi. When the Arab countries were united in 1971 by Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan Abu Dhabi was made its capital. It is remains the largest and wealthiest of the emirates….
Tips for a Smooth Embarkation
Whether you are a new or experienced cruiser embarkation day can be stressful. Add to that the time and tension spent getting to the port and it’s understandable why some folks are a little short tempered and impatient. Luckily this is usually offset by the excitement of their pending adventure. To make this process as…