If you build it... they will come! Dubai was a city high on our 'must visit' list. We have watched countless TV programs on its hyper growth and brilliant mega structures and skyscrapers. We were intrigued by this truly innovative and incomparable city. Dubai has one goal - growth at any cost. And it is achieving its lofty ambitions. Vancouver has had a major facelift in the past ten years with its downtown core adding numerous new buildings. At times it fel...

Sandboarding and snowboarding in the same day! That was the plan for Dubai, the United Arab Emirates' hyper growth metropolis. Where else in the world can one accomplish such a feat? The Mall of the Emirates proudly boasts the city's world famous indoor ski hill, 'Ski Dubai'. We could easily sort out the snowboarding half; it was the sandboarding that would be a challenge. It is very hot in the city of Dubai. It's even hotter in the desert. We would need to s...

We're in Dubai sitting poolside at our hotel apartment and felt like it was a good time to do another 'world tour highlights' blog. As we complete each segment of our journey two things happen: we sadly get closer to the end of our trip (which regrettably means back to reality) and we fondly reflect on the unforgettable experiences that we'll cherish forever. As we meet new people along the way many have similar questions and curiosities… what are your favour...