Monday, December 3, 2012

Abu Dhabi - Part II

When our driver told us Abu Dhabi was only a 90 minute drive from Dubai, we couldn't resist. What girl wouldn't want to see where Sex and the City 2 was filmed? Well, that would mean we would have to drive for 5,760 minutes (4 days), since the movie was actually filmed in Morocco.


Our first stop was the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. I thought the Mosque we visited in Dubai was beautiful; we were not prepared for the Grand Mosque. The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque was initiated by the late President of the United Arab Emirates, HH Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. His final resting place is located on the grounds next to the mosque. It is the largest mosque in the United Arab Emirates and the eighth largest mosque in the world. The mosque site is equivalent to the size of about five football fields.

As the country's Grand Mosque, it is the key place of worship for Friday gathering and Eid prayers. It is the largest mosque in the UAE and numbers during Eid can be more than 40,000 people. Amazing, huh!





































After touring the Grand Mosque, we went over to the Emerites Palace for dinner






We decided to eat at the Hakkasan, a world renowned Michelin star restaurant, which specializes in modern Chineses cuisine. The food was sooooo goooood!!



We decided to dine outside; it was such a beautiful night.






...and all of the clocks were Rolex.


Thank you so much for reading!

:: Outfit ::
top: Ann Taylor blazer (similar here), swimsuit as a top via Ross
bottom: The Limited skirt
bag: Coach (similar here)
shoes: Target (similar here)
accessories: Jessica Simpson earmings and necklace,
Vince Camuto bracelet

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23 comments:

  1. Gorgeous! Love the skirt, you look beautiful and so does Abu Dhabi.

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    1. Thank you!. I could definitely spend more time there.

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  2. Gorgeous photos! Love the beautiful colors in your outfit. Those building are stunning!

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    1. As you can see, I LOVE color. As for the buildings, I think it is safe to bet they put a lot of money into them!

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  3. The whole post is fabulous. It took my breath. And I love your outfit.

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  4. wow, Abu Dhabi looks beautiful. I love your outfit! (and I have those shoes, too!:))

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    1. I love it when I find a fashion twin; you have great taste...lol!!

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  5. Wow, your outfit is gorgeous (so many beautiful bright colors)! It looks like you had an amazing day too...what a great experience!

    http://fieryfinish.blogspot.com

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    1. I did have the most amazing time. I am very thankful I got a chance to experience Abu Dhabi!

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  6. you look gorgeous! i would have totally wanted to make the drive as well. What does your husband do? that's such a blessing to be able to visit! i may have to recreate this look on my blog :)

    Chioma
    C's Evolution of Style

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    1. Thank you Chioma. My husband has a structural steel construction company. I am very grateful I was able to have such a wonderful experience and take my mother along too. You can definitely recreate this look, I know I have borrowed a couple of outfits from you.

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  7. What a thrilling trip - and gorgeous scenes too. Thanks for sharing with Visible Monday!

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    1. Patti,

      As always, I am I thankful for you and Visible Monday. Without you, I would not have found the many wonderful ladies' blogs I now read everyday. Thank you again!

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  8. These pictures are stunning. I keep talking to people who are on their way to Abu Dhabi for one reason or another. Looks like I need to add it to my list of must-visit places.

    Your outfit is perfect. Love the skirt. That color is amazing! Great look.

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  9. What an amazingly gorgeous location! And I love everything about your outfit- the skirt is so.me.

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  10. I am so jealous - this looks like an AMAZING holiday!! Totally my kind of vacation!

    I love your holiday wardrobe too - the pops of color are fab and so stylish! I hope you've been having a fabulous time!

    Lauren x
    www.stylelixir.com

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  11. I just found your blog via Still being Molly. everything is so beautiful and your outfits are amazing, loving all the pops of color!

    Xo,
    Rachel Ashley
    Http://fashionablyliving.com

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  12. Gorgeous photos and this out is as well. the colors are perfect together..very colorful and cheery!
    sheree xxx
    www.itsnotthatdeep.com

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  13. You are such a beautiful lady and your style is just beyond words.

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  14. Wow, so beautiful! Such great pictures and a cute outfit.

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  15. Amazing photos and your colors stand out beautifully against the background.

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  16. Nice accessories. You have beautiful pictures taken behind the mosque too. Like the outfit a lot.


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