Category Archives: The Animal Kingdom

The Green Planet, City Walk Dubai

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Alice

Tuesday 4th October 2016 Right now, possibly no other activity within the cityscape of Dubai is as invigorating as exploring The Green Planet located at the super slick City Walk precinct. And I mean this for children and adults alike: three … Continue reading →

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Pharaoh Eagle Owl

Posted on November 24, 2014 by Alice

Possibly three of my favourite words combined into one: the Pharaoh Eagle Owl. Such a majestic creature. It is found throughout North West Africa, across most of the Sahara, Syria, Israel to W Iraq and E Arabian Peninsula and is well … Continue reading →

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30 Days of Gratefulness-Ramadan Pt 10: Travel

Posted on July 29, 2012 by Alice

Lift off! Birds taking flight…look at the spirited fellow on the right, dipping his head, leaning forward, feet gripped tight on craggy rocks before a take off. What a way to view the world – from up high. But my feet are … Continue reading →

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For many nights in a row I have been experiencing the taste of the deep. The deep blue sea that is: open-flamed, grilled-under-the-stars, crispy-skinned and moist, flaky fillets of fish. What else to dine on when vacationing on The Maldives? … Continue reading →

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Alice | 1 Comment

Daisy

Posted on June 21, 2012 by Alice

I am in love with my darling Daisy. Trusty companion and loyal side-kick, Daisy was by my side throughout those heady days of my gushing romance with Mr. H (goodness: 6 years ago!), and mercifully, took to him immediately (well, … Continue reading →

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Kitty Kat Jam

Posted on March 8, 2012 by Alice

Aww. How CUUTE!! The usual response we receive from showing off our beloved kitty-cats in photos. But what if you don’t want to capture “cute”? What if your feline friend is anything but cute? Like humanoids, pet cats are a … Continue reading →

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Felix Da House Cat

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Alice

Talk about walking tall! Cats are so dexterous; their bodies so maleable and sinewy, each time I learn something new about these magnificent creatures my mouth hangs open from awe. Get a load of this: Unlike our collarbone, which connects … Continue reading →

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Here’s a lesson for you: Subject: the magestic raptor of the Middle East – the falcon. Falcons in UAE are registered and issued passports with the aim of reducing an illegal trade in the species. The falcon has been trapped in … Continue reading →

Posted on February 2, 2012 by Alice | 1 Comment