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Old 26 January 2017, 10:29 PM   #1
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Dubai -- Very cool place !

I had heard mixed things about Dubai.

Having arrived a few hours ago, all I can say is "wow" -- this city is a better tourist destination than I expected. Wife and I enjoyed walking through Dubai Marina area and are looking forward to seeing more of the city



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Old 26 January 2017, 10:42 PM   #2
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Oh yeah its awesome. Unless youre a women who gets jailed for getting raped.
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Old 26 January 2017, 10:52 PM   #3
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I'm not familiar with the legal system. But most things seem fairly Westernized
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Old 26 January 2017, 11:20 PM   #4
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His comment is quite offensive, and I won't respond directly as it is a violation of the politics rules.

Enjoy Dubai Steve. I am demobilizing back to the US this weekend or I'd drive over and say hello.

If you don't have it on your itinerary, try Global Village in the evening (it opens at 4 PM). The easiest watch shopping is at Dubai Mall where all the big names are in one location, near the fish tank.
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Old 26 January 2017, 11:22 PM   #5
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Amazing city
Steve, go to the "Atmosphere lounge" for dinner or cocktails at Burj khalifa, reservation requirded.
It is soooooooooo..... amazing
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Old 27 January 2017, 12:32 AM   #6
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Lookin good make sure you check out the AD at the mall, and try out Nusr_et
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:00 AM   #7
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Enjoy Dubai Steve. I am demobilizing back to the US this weekend or I'd drive over and say hello.

If you don't have it on your itinerary, try Global Village in the evening (it opens at 4 PM). The easiest watch shopping is at Dubai Mall where all the big names are in one location, near the fish tank.
Thanks Abdullah. There's a high chance that I'll check out the fish tank but not buy anything I hadn't heard of Global Village until now but I am going to look into it

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Lookin good make sure you check out the AD at the mall, and try out Nusr_et
I think someone posted their butcher's instagram on TRF a few days ago I definitely want to stop by
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:03 AM   #8
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Never been but looks beautiful.
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:03 AM   #9
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Thanks Abdullah. There's a high chance that I'll check out the fish tank but not buy anything I hadn't heard of Global Village until now but I am going to look into it



I think someone posted their butcher's instagram on TRF a few days ago I definitely want to stop by
if you see Nusret talk to him about watches he is a WIS. Thats my favorite place man.
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:07 AM   #10
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Amazing city
Steve, go to the "Atmosphere lounge" for dinner or cocktails at Burj khalifa, reservation requirded.
It is soooooooooo..... amazing
Oh man, that view.. Looking at google images now
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:17 AM   #11
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Enjoy your trip. That is one of the places I would like to visit.
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:44 AM   #12
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Heading there on Monday for a few days. I always have fun in Dubai.
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:17 AM   #13
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I ve been living in Dubai for the past 12 years!! Amazing city


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Old 27 January 2017, 02:41 AM   #14
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lmao. Love that guy.
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:46 AM   #15
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Oh yeah its awesome. Unless youre a women who gets jailed for getting raped.
It's "you're" and "a woman".

Also, their legal system is a little "horrible" when you compare it to my/our westernised notions.

Ho hum.

BTW - All three in the rape-jail thing were Brits and they were all released.

Don't like their ways, don't go there.
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:48 AM   #16
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It's "you're" and "a woman".

Also, their legal system is a little "horrible" when you compare it to my/our westernised notions.

Ho hum.

BTW - All three in the rape-jail thing were Brits and they were all released.

Don't like their ways, don't go there.
Did Eddie hire you Paul?
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Old 27 January 2017, 03:33 AM   #17
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There is an indoor snow ski slope in Dubai.
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Old 27 January 2017, 04:25 AM   #18
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Place looks incredible. Never been but maybe some day.


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Old 27 January 2017, 04:31 AM   #19
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Great pics...keep em comin'!
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Old 27 January 2017, 04:33 AM   #20
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On the bucket list. Would love to spend some time there.

Enjoy the trip and more pics please!
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Old 27 January 2017, 05:44 AM   #21
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I think it is Dubai that has a village totally energy self sufficient, NO use of fossil fuels. It is all solar and wind and bldg features that increase insulation. Even in summer, with all the air conditioning, they don't use a drop of fuel. Very impressive!
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Old 27 January 2017, 10:16 AM   #22
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Great shots! Have a great time
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Old 27 January 2017, 10:17 AM   #23
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Great pics...keep em comin'!
Yes please!
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:03 PM   #24
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On the bucket list. Would love to spend some time there.

Enjoy the trip and more pics please!
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Great pics...keep em comin'!
Same view but ~6 hours later. Not sure if this happens every night, but it was amazing



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Old 27 January 2017, 01:31 PM   #25
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Old 27 January 2017, 01:58 PM   #26
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it's "you're" and "a woman".

Also, their legal system is a little "horrible" when you compare it to my/our westernised notions.

Ho hum.

Btw - all three in the rape-jail thing were brits and they were all released.

Don't like their ways, don't go there.

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Old 27 January 2017, 02:13 PM   #27
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I think it is Dubai that has a village totally energy self sufficient, NO use of fossil fuels. It is all solar and wind and bldg features that increase insulation. Even in summer, with all the air conditioning, they don't use a drop of fuel. Very impressive!
That sounds great, Paul. Nice to hear they are working on sustainability! I have been wondering about the logistics of such a comfortable and modern city existing in a desert -- but I'm no engineer :twitch:
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:27 PM   #28
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Great pictures! Thanks for taking us along...
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:36 PM   #29
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Enjoy Dubai, it is a great place. I first visited in 1996 and the changes since then are amazing.
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Old 27 January 2017, 02:45 PM   #30
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When comparing to the other GCC states the saying goes "from nothing they have created much, whereas with much Kuwait /Qarar/ Saudi they have created nothing"
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