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Magical day today in Dubai! We sailed into Dubai for 1pm, with the skyline barely visible through the haze of heat. We enjoyed our arrival from our balcony and were rewarded by spotting a sea turtle. We didn't just spot many ships in shipping lane on the way in but also garbage, algae and oil slicks. So sad what we're doing to the planet!
We had to clear customs in person on arrival and therefore we didn't have enough time to do much more than get some cash at an ATM and explore the cruise terminal before our excursion.
Today was our third exclusive Around the World event provided by the ship. Our adventure began with a ride to the dessert venue. An amazing logistical feat as they loaded us all, 4-5 each into 4-wheel drives and we headed off caravan style.
Before truly entering the dessert our vehicles had to stop and reduce tire pressure - giving us a chance for a few quick photos.
We began our event with a falcon show and sunset viewing complete with carpets and pillows on the ground. We were also immediately greeted by waiters providing drinks and dates, nuts, and fruit to nibble on.
After the falcon show we boarded our vehicles and traveled further into the dessert to our dining venue. Here we were greeted with traditional dancing. We enjoyed a gorgeous buffet of traditional foods. We sat at low tables with pillows, the drinks continued to flow and we had traditional music and bellydancing for entertainment. I was also able to get my hand painted with henna - a first for me.
After a wonderful time we boarded our vehicles to make our way back to the ship - arriving back onboard at 11:30 pm. Fabulous time.
We had to clear customs in person on arrival and therefore we didn't have enough time to do much more than get some cash at an ATM and explore the cruise terminal before our excursion.
Today was our third exclusive Around the World event provided by the ship. Our adventure began with a ride to the dessert venue. An amazing logistical feat as they loaded us all, 4-5 each into 4-wheel drives and we headed off caravan style.
Before truly entering the dessert our vehicles had to stop and reduce tire pressure - giving us a chance for a few quick photos.
We began our event with a falcon show and sunset viewing complete with carpets and pillows on the ground. We were also immediately greeted by waiters providing drinks and dates, nuts, and fruit to nibble on.
After the falcon show we boarded our vehicles and traveled further into the dessert to our dining venue. Here we were greeted with traditional dancing. We enjoyed a gorgeous buffet of traditional foods. We sat at low tables with pillows, the drinks continued to flow and we had traditional music and bellydancing for entertainment. I was also able to get my hand painted with henna - a first for me.
After a wonderful time we boarded our vehicles to make our way back to the ship - arriving back onboard at 11:30 pm. Fabulous time.
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