Tag Archives: Desert

Everyday Stuff from Ancient Arabia

Posted on December 27, 2010 by nadia
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Four years in the United Arab Emirates and I haven’t been in a museum.  I always assume that museums prohibit photography, and when a certain place puts that restriction I lose interest.  But that’s my assumption;  maybe photography is allowed … Continue reading →

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The Rub' al Khali Experience

Posted on December 9, 2010 by nadia
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The sun is setting over the Arabian desert in a blaze of orange and gold.  As I take my first step into the sand, my bare feet sink comfortably into the cool, soft, powdery sand.  I inhale and try to … Continue reading →

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Room 400: Bed, Bath and Beyond

Posted on December 2, 2010 by nadia
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And you thought I’d only be showing pictures of sand and dunes! Yes, of course, there’s more of those to come, but allow me to show you Room number 400  of Qasr al Sarab for a change … A very … Continue reading →

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