Mario’s World

Finally got around to sharing this map. If your staying in Dubai and want to explore the Deira area, this map comes in pretty handy. Its longer than it looks so wear comfy shoes and carry a bottle of water. Also don’t forget your camera. If your planning to enter the Gold Souk and buy [...]

If you are in Dubai and in the mood for some great south Indian food, you must try out Simran’s Aappa Kadai. Tony and Tharani took us there for dinner. The place is in Karama opposite the Lulu Shopping Center. [Link] The food is great. I ordered a sweet Lassi in advance to cool down [...]

We were on our way to the Deira Museum when I saw this truck pass by. I was amazed to see KDD in Dubai. I never figured we exported anything other than oil, sandstorms and wreckless driving. Go KDD.

Went to the Burjuman mall with some friends while I was in Dubai. While we were there we noticed a huge crowd gathered. Thought it might be a fight since in Kuwait that’s what it usually is. But it wasn’t. It was a promo by Etisalat for the iPhone. A team of hip dancers were [...]

The return flight from Dubai on Emirates was great. Looked like a new 777 aircraft. And the most amazing thing was this new version of ICE coupled with wide-screen displays on every seat in economy (no, my company won’t pay for a business class ticket). The control too was new with a nice led display, [...]

The Dubai Dolphinarium is a must visit when you are in Dubai. Its an amazing show with dophins and seals. The show starts with a lazer display and introductions. They the dolphins come in and perform a series of tricks, jumps, dances (yes they do dance in sync) and other funny stuff. If you pick [...]

Went for mass at St. Mary’s Church in Dubai yesterday. Couldn’t make out it was a church till I walked in. It was very crowded but very organised. There were people controlling the crowd and directing everyone. Its amazing to see that the benches are exactly the same as we have at Kuwait City. The [...]

Decided to take Ro out for a romantic dinner last night on one of the cruises at the Deira Creek here in Dubai. Got a good deal from my agent. The boat was nice, not too crowded. Took the top deck for some cool breeze and a better view.  The cruise is a 2 hours [...]

This time I’m staying at the Radisson SAS Deira and with my wife. Its a nice property facing the Deira Creek. The room is excellent and we got one right by the pool. Also, its a hop, skip and jump from my office where I have a bunch of meetings to attend. Hopefully will have [...]

I’m off to Dubai for a few days. Was amazed when I heard an announcement that we can use our regular phones in flight once we reach 37,000ft. Seems they also have on-board wifi. Had I known in advance, I would have kept my phone and laptop handy to try it out. Hope its available [...]