The Shangri-La Qaryat Al Beri Residences, a 21-acre luxury complex situated between the between the Souk (mall/market) and Traders Hotel in Abu Dhabi, is where my husband, daughter and I spent four nights and three days during our visit to the United Arab Emirates. After a long day of touring Dubai, we drove nearly two hours to Abu Dhabi, […] Read more…
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Hotel Review: JA Ocean View Hotel Dubai
The first half of our trip was spent in the United Arab Emirate of Dubai. Since our daughter was longing for a beach vacation, I opted for the JA Ocean View Hotel perfectly located next to the beach on The Walk, Jumeirah Beach – the city’s famous seaside promenade. Plus, it was close to the Dubai Mall, and the […] Read more…
Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus Review #MyNewIron
My family grew up on the Downy brand, so just imagine the excitement I felt when I heard about one of their new products – Downy Wrinkle Releaser Plus– that promised to release me of my ironing woes. Anyone who personally knows me knows how much I despise ironing. In fact, I’m known to only iron if my life […] Read more…
Our Trip to the UAE: Dubai and Abu Dhabi Vacation Highlights
We’re back! It has been two weeks since returning from our week long trip to the United Arab Emirates, specifically Dubai, and then Abu Dhabi. We had an amazing time. I can’t wait to share with you all our experiences during the trip. I’m anxious to spill it all in one post, but I’d like to keep the suspense […] Read more…
Entertaining Out of Town Guests at The Bronx Zoo
When we were younger, visiting The Bronx Zoo was something my family would often do. Now that I’m older, and married with a four year old, making a visit to the zoo is an enjoyable experience with a hint of nostalgia. The memories I made visiting the zoo with my parents and siblings, I can now recreate […] Read more…