Ferrari World

We went to Ferrari World last Saturday. It is the world's largest indoor theme park. We availed of their offer for UAE residents which is AED 165 for guests 1.5m & above and AED 105 for guests below 1.5m. Even if it was scorching hot outside, we still decided to go and we were not disappointed, the kids enjoyed and had a good time. I am not fond of rides but seeing my kids enjoy it was more than enough pleasure for me. You can see the smile on our faces on our pics below which I opted to use instagram and photovisi to put in a collage so it will have more photos.

We decided to have breakfast at Ikea first since Ferrari World only opens at 11am.

with La Gara acrobatic show dancers

rayban shades, mango bag, fitflops, top from splash and h & m shorts

You can find more info on Ferrari World by clicking the link above.

Spending the day at the Beach

It's already summer here in UAE and it is so hot. So what a better way to cool off than to spend a day at the beach. We left early in Al Ain for Abu Dhabi Corchiche Family Beach. It is around 1 and a half hour drive from here.

We went to the Family beach where there is an entrance fee of AED 10 for adults and AED 5 for kids 5-12. There is also an open beach which is for free but there is no shade so you have to bring your own tent. The cabana's are free but if you want the chair with umbrella it will cost AED 25. 

This is how the cabana looked like

The kids were all excited. They were not so fond of swimming though. They just enjoyed playing with the sand and in the playground.

I played with the little girl kasi busy si kuya sa playground

Here's what the little girl was wearing. Swimsuit from Gap.

While I was relaxing on the beach, she was massaging my back using her feet.

Top from H & M and boyleg from speedo

Hubby also practiced his photography skills with me. Pinapose ako ng kung ano ano.

We really enjoyed the day and would probably go back there again before summer ends. 

Abu Dhabi Grand Mosque

A mosque is a place of worship for followers of Islam. There are various mosque all over UAE. In every corner, you will find a mosque, big and small. Unless you're a Muslim, you cannot go inside the mosque however in Abu Dhabi you will find the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque which is open to visitors of all nationalities for educational tours free of charge. However there are guidelines before you can enter the Mosque and strict dress and behaviour code as below:

Dress and Behaviour Code

• -  Modest, conservative, loose fitting clothing; long sleeves, long skirts and trousers
• -  No transparent (see-through) clothing
• -  No shorts for men
• -  No shorts and  skirts must be ankle length
• -  No tight clothing, no swimwear and no beachwear
• -  Shoes will be removed before entering the mosque, so we recommend slip off shoes
• -  Headscarf for ladies is essential (these can be provided when you arrive)
• -  Intimate behaviour; i.e. holding hands or kissing is not acceptable in a Muslim place of worship
• -  For safety and respect to worshippers, visitors should stay within the areas of the mosque that  are permitted and not roam freely around. Smoking and food are not allowed in the mosque area
• -  Visitors are requested not to touch the Holy Quran (Holy Book) and other architectural elements  inside the main prayer hall.

More information can be found in their official website http://www.szgmc.ae/en/index

We had to wear an Abaya (cloak, simple loose over garment, robe like dress) before we were allowed entry to the Mosque. These are available and borrowed at the entrance. they also prohibit photos taken without the Abaya. We also need to be bare foot when entering the mosque. They provide plastic bags to store your foot wear. There were also tour guides who explain the relevance, structure and design of certain areas inside the mosque.

After putting on the abaya

There were lots of people, mostly expats visiting the place

Ganda ng designs sa wall at floor

The clock at the back shows the different times for prayer

I used to wear abaya in Saudi

The chandeliers were so nice that we just had to take a photo of it.

This was my OTD underneath the abaya. I was trying out color blocking with fuschia pink and orange.

Top from robinsons, skinnies from H and M, shoes from Max

It was truly a one of a kind trip. Visitors of UAE should make sure to drop by for a unique cultural experience.

Corniche Beach

Sinasamantala talaga namin ang holidays so after spending 2 days in Dubai, go naman kami sa Abu Dhabi. Naudlot din kasi ang swimming sa Al Mamzar beach kaya dito na namin tinuloy. Kahit pagod paguran kami at puyat, pinilit talaga namin gumising ng maaga. Sulit at enjoy naman. First time naming mag beach sa UAE at makapaunta sa corniche kahit na nasa city lang sya. Maganda yung place at white sand din sya feeling beach ng pinas dahil halos mga "kabayan" ang kasabay namin maligo pero may ilan ding ibang lahi, may nag swimming pa nga ng naka abaya covered ng takip sa buhok hanggang sa paa. Weird talaga dito.

the beach looks so peaceful

enjoy ang magkapatid maglaro

Me and hubby

rare family pic na lahat nakatingin madalas si nichole e d nakatingin sa cam