Day 2 of Dubai started with a much bigger effort at the breakfast buffets before once again walking to the metro to find the old market (souk) & take a ride on an Abra. It was about 11 when we got to the old town & it was once again hot! We didn't have much in the way of a good map but we found what was a very basic lane way of undercover souvenir stalls which was the disappointing souk. A quick walk through, with obligatory hassling from vendors & we...

Good morning Dubai!! Even after a late night getting in we were ready to explore but first things first was breakfast & the Sofitel did an amazing job of it- the most expansive selection I have seen. There was at least 5 different juices, as well as little pre portioned bircher muesli, yogurt & fruit salad as well as an omelette station & freshly cooked pancakes not to mention the bakery section, cheeses, middle eastern breakfast choices & the usu...