jimboyce44

Why Travel?

If someone asked me what I enjoy doing or what hobbies I have, invariably I have to say traveling. I enjoy athletics, was immersed in running marathons, have learned several languages, enjoy music, etcetera. But…I love travel. The big question is why? Today I decided to google search why others travelled and see how itContinue reading “Why Travel?”

Wedding in Ras al Khaima

One of the most unique experiences I had in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), was attending an Emirati wedding in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaima (RAK). It is the Northernmost Emirate located not far across the Gulf from Iran and borders a small part of Oman. The Emirate has many outdoor activities, tall mountainsContinue reading “Wedding in Ras al Khaima”

Meeting Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi – A Great Honor

As I listened to him speak with intelligence, knowledge, vision and compassion I could not help but wish my own country had such a leader. I truly felt I was in the presence of greatness that day. I give thanks to the UAE and Khalifa University for that special experience and honor.

El barrio parece como una familia (The neighborhood appears to be like one family)-A special place

I am new to the neighborhood but feel very welcome and happy to be here, “Gracias a Dios.” (Thanks to God)

Human Culture is like the Sea and the Earth

Human cultures are much like the sea or the earth. What you see on the surface is a result of invisible forces that one cannot deeply comprehend without going deep. Even after exploring the depths one will never fully understand the currents and tremors that have created the culture. Even those born in a cultureContinue reading “Human Culture is like the Sea and the Earth”

Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

If visiting Abu Dhabi there are many must see places. The list includes: The Emirates Palace; Qasr al Watan; The Louvre Museum; The Etihad Towers; The Sheik Zayed Mosque

Giving Chocolates on Special Occasions in the UAE

Sheik Zayed Mosque, Abu Dhabi

In ending, I barely scratched the surface of this magnificent place and religion. https://visitabudhabi.ae/en/see.and.do/attractions.and.landmarks/iconic.landmarks/sheikh.zayed.grand.mosque.aspx

Iron Bars…Prison or Freedom? Cultural insights in the Dominican Republic…and a short story

Soon we will have a beautiful cage.

The Corniche, Abu Dhabi, UAE

What can I say about this very special place? The Corniche is an 8km stretch along the waterfront in the heart of Abu Dhabi. Abu Dhabi is the capitol of the United Arab Emirates (UAE). There are seven Emirates in the UAE, which I will discuss in another post. lived within walking distance and everyContinue reading “The Corniche, Abu Dhabi, UAE”