Tag Archives: Dubai

Diving for “White Gold” in the Arabian Gulf

Posted on October 2, 2018 by rosemariecurteman

Diving for “White Gold” in the Arabian Gulf  In the “Dubai” chapter of my book 7 ½ Places of Wonder, I touched on the region’s ancient pearling industry—for centuries an economic lifeline for those who eked out a living on the … Continue reading →

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Dubai- Bedouin Silver

Posted on November 7, 2012 by rosemariecurteman

The highlight of my UAE souq explorations was the discovery of Bedouin silver of which I became a collector. This picture shows a Bedouin Silver Collection in one of Dubai’s heritage museums. The Bedouin Silver pieces in the other pictures … Continue reading →

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Dubai–Champ

Posted on October 12, 2012 by rosemariecurteman

    In January 1976, when I landed at the Dubai International Airport for the first of my several lengthy Dubai-and-environs stays, I arrived with Champ, our much-loved 90-pound, long-haired, honey-colored collie. (My husband David was already there.)     During the … Continue reading →

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