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Not Falling in Dubai, but Floating in Umm al-Quwain

Posted on August 25, 2015 by TheJessicaness

I set the alarm for 4:45am and I’m up with the energy of a child, packing up and drinking coffee – that somehow took 30 minutes. I parked under the awning and walked to Skydive Dubai to check in at 5:30, and they … Continue reading →

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Salty Lamb in Jordan

Posted on April 7, 2015 by TheJessicaness

I wake up after getting less than six hours of sleep and Julie has already eaten and plans to ride a carriage to the Treasury. I went to the toilet and thought about my options and food was first on the list. … Continue reading →

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Delayed a Day, but Not an Adventure

Posted on April 3, 2015 by TheJessicaness

I slept till noon and then showered – typical pre-trip planning. Usually I would be busy with my computer making sure the itinerary is more definitive, but I’m still dealing with grief (that’s another post) and it’s easier when I’m … Continue reading →

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The World’s Fastest Roller Coaster, in Abu Dhabi

Posted on August 28, 2014 by TheJessicaness

Just entering Ferrari world feels amazing. I get out of the cab, cross the street, and go inside. There are gifts and snacks available before you take the escalator up. I got my bag checked and the guard was kind … Continue reading →

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The World’s Fastest Bird, in Abu Dhabi

Posted on August 28, 2014 by TheJessicaness

I got up at 7am and made some English Breakfast tea. It was boiling as I got dressed and I sipped it while looking through the Introduction to the City book, before going down to the buffet offered at Talay. I sat … Continue reading →

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