Friday, November 11, 2011

Abu Dhabi: Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque

 Sheik Zayed Grand Mosque is in the top ten for largest mosque in the world, and sits just outside Abu Dhabi.  It is ornate and beautiful and well worth a visit, and you are allowed to go inside even if you are not a Muslim.  





Wednesday, November 9, 2011

Abu Dhabi: City Beaches

Right next to downtown Abu Dhabi is a beautiful beach that is steps from the city center.  




Monday, November 7, 2011

Dubai: Burj Al Arab

 The Burj Al Arab is the world's only six-star hotel.  It stands on a manmade island near Jumeriah Beach.  It is built to look like the sail of a ship out in the sea.