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Dhow Cruise in the Waters of Musandam in Oman

We went to Musandam for a day trip during my vacation leave. We wanted to take a break and head out of town, preferably somewhere we could swim. Instead of going to Abu Dhabi and check out Yas Island Theme Park, we decided to head to Oman and be with nature instead. Musandam Oman March … Read more

My Dubai Desert Safari Adventure

The desert safari adventure is a common tourist experience in Dubai. The city is built on the desert that’s why this is one of the major things you can experience while exploring this part of the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai Desert Safari Adventure
March 17, 2013

Desert Safari in Dubai

We had an Entertainer Book (which is book with coupons and discounts) and we used one of the pages for this adventure. We got two tickets for the price of one (AED 200) which was already a great deal.

Basically, the desert safari experience in Dubai includes sand dune bashing, camel riding, and a barbecue dinner where you can watch a belly dancing show.

sunset in Dubai

We got into the car after swimming in a natural pool in Wadi Al Qahfi (Wadi Khaffi). We were on our way to the Hatta Mountains which is what the tour is named after.

According to Shahzad (our guide), Hatta is still part of Dubai; but we still have to pass through Oman borders as it’s much faster using that route.

Dubai, UAE: Quick Stop at the Hatta Mountains
April 30, 2013

Dubai-Oman Hatta Tour

back to the vehicle

One of the surprising adventures I’ve experienced in Dubai is the Hatta Mountain Safari tour. We kept postponing this trip due to the (un)availability of our schedules. I was still new at the office and given that I only have one day off, it’s a challenge to find a perfect day to pursue this trip. Still I’m glad that it pushed through.

Hatta Tour in Dubai, United Arab Emirates
April 30, 2013

Dubai Hatta Tour

Passing through Oman borders to reach Hatta where you will see the rocky mountains

I had the opportunity to try out one of the treatments offered by The Spa at The Address Dubai Mall called “Arabian Gold Ritual”. This is one of the full body treatment offerings that they launched and consists of a body scrub, body and face mask, and body and face massage. I seldom go to … Read more

Dubai, UAE: Driving a Desert Buggy in Lahbab, Sharjah

Call time was 8:30am and I felt sleepy as I was in the closing shift the previous day. We went to our meeting point near Al Fahidi Metro Station so we could begin our Hatta Mountain Safari tour. The first activity was seeing the desert sand dunes of Lahbab, Sharjah City.

I was informed that the location of our previous desert safari tour wasn’t as grand as the place we were to visit. I wasn’t expecting much, else I would regret it if they are not met later on.

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Driving a Buggy Lahbab, Sharjah
April 30, 2013

ATV on the sand

looks fake eh?

We went to Madeleine Cafe and Boulangerie as it was the week where their guest chef, Chef Sebastian Torres, visited Dubai to showcase his special French dishes. This was our second time in this Dubai mall restaurant, the first time was when we had the Lazy Breakfast All-Day that they offered every weekend. They reserved … Read more

Lazy Breakfast at Madeleine Cafe & Boulangerie

We went to Madeleine Cafe & Boulangerie in The Dubai Mall one Saturday afternoon to try their All Day Lazy Breakfast offer which is a selection of their popular menu items. This restaurant is located at the Ground Level (Fashion Avenue) of The Dubai Mall and it offers an ambience of a Parisienne sidewalk café. … Read more

Living for a Year in Dubai, UAE

Hi everyone! I haven’t been able to update this site as often as at all as I’ve been busy living a life in the desert. I’ve been based in Dubai since last year and have been adjusting to the new environment ever since. Might I say it wasn’t that hard nor was it easy, but … Read more

Arabic Buffet at Na3Na3 in The Address Dubai Mall

Na3Na3 (pronounced as Na-Na) Restaurant in The Address Hotel-Dubai Mall offers Iftar buffet of Arabic dishes during the month of Ramadan. I was glad to have gotten an invitation to try out their cuisine together with other bloggers in the city of Dubai, UAE. Iftar is the evening meal that Muslims take after fasting and … Read more

My Elephant Nature Park Experience by Save Elephant Foundation

During my last week in Thailand, I visited the Elephant Nature Park by Save Elephant Foundation which is located in Chiang Mai. It was a day of awareness as I learned about the plight of these gentle giants and how Lek, the founder of Save Elephant Foundation, is pushing the cause to stop the abuse … Read more

Seven Days in Bali, Indonesia

For seven days, Jana and I were in Bali, Indonesia. This was one of those trips that I booked when I was still working in an office. A promo fare was going on and I was able to book cheap flights to Bali from Kuala Lumpur for about 2500 Php (60 USD) round trip. I’ve also been reading other blogs about the place and I thought it would be nice to visit the island for some surfing lessons.

Seven Days in Bali, Indonesia
July 21-27, 2012

Bali, Indonesia

inside the shuttle bus to the airport building

Ho Chi Minh City was the starting point of my Southeast Asia backpacking adventure after quitting my job and leaving the Philippines. The reason for this is because I was able to score a promotional deal and book cheap flights to Vietnam. I was still a corporate employee then. An Afternoon in Ho Chi Minh … Read more

Betawi Restaurant: Affordable Indonesian Food in Dubai

I had the opportunity to try Indonesian food in Dubai when Jana and I visited Betawi Restaurant in Karama. We were there for a meet-up with some Pinoy bloggers in the city. It was nice that we didn’t have to go far since the café is just located near my place. Betawi Restaurant in Karama … Read more

Dhow Cruise in the Waters of Musandam in Oman

My Dubai Desert Safari Adventure

Dubai, UAE: Quick Stop at the Hatta Mountains

Dubai, UAE: Hatta Mountain Safari Tour Highlights

Arabian Gold Treatment at The Spa at The Address Dubai Mall