Ah, the best laid plans.  I had thought to take a ferry from the old town along the coast to the Dubai Marina, virtually the other end of Dubai.  I'd walk around there for a bit, checking out some of the big hotels, boats, waterfront, etc, then take the metro back as it’s elevated and … Continue reading Day 11: MSC Lirica – Dubai

DOHA, QATAR I think Doha might just be my favorite stop on this cruise.  A free shuttle took me thru the industrial port to the main road, which was the corniche that extended all along the harbor of Doha.  All that I wished to see was on the corniche and within walking distance so off … Continue reading Day 10: MSC Lirica – Doha