Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Corniche
Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Corniche
The portrait has been replaced by a new photo recently.
Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
Post 4. 23.10.2010
Short Take – GULF TODAY – Dt. 23.10.2010 – Strange Situations
Short Take – GULF TODAY – Dt. 23.10.2010 – Strange Situations
Strange situations
Life is strange and special when we look at our momentary wants. I was with a visiting musician the other day who had come to the UAE for a concert. He was sharing his thoughts with me about life and money and timely assistance by unknown sources at turbulent times.
Once on a journey through a desert, he got stranded for days and all the water and food he had carried got over. He had money in his hand, but it was of no use as there were no shops or inhabitation around. Luckily for him, from somewhere, a bedouin family came and they offered him water and transportation to a distant village from where he could move on. It was a case where money could do nothing.
Back home, I had a chance to watch the pre-match discussion of the first one day cricket match between Australia and India supposed to be held in at Cochin. The commentators and phone in audience talked in length of pros and cons and probable team and strategies that could be adopted for a win. Unfortunately, next day morning I heard, the match was abandoned due to rain.
Many times, we come across strange situations in life, where all our predictions and planning go wrong in entirety. Our life is much similar to what we saw in both the above instances.
However advanced we are in terms of technology or facility, there are certain things that we have no control.
To a certain extent birth and then death. Let each one of us live our life peacefully and for the well being of our family and society without hurting anyone. The rest, leave it to destiny.
Ramesh Menon
To read it in original, GULF TODAY Online
Campaign PASS – Inda’s football – a sad decline – THE NATIONAL 22.10.2010
Campaign PASS – Inda’s football – a sad decline – THE NATIONAL 22.10.2010
The article outline the importance of increased support to promote the game. Hope, our corporate giants step in.
Campaign PASS – Promote All Sports Simultaneously – Indian Football Team to train in Dubai – an opportunity to shower corporate support
Campaign PASS – Promote All Sports Simultaneously – Indian Football Team to train in Dubai – an opportunity to shower corporate support
Along with it my appeal to all Indian Social organisation’s and interested Corporate and Business units to shower them with your support and encouragement during the time they are in Dubai.
A Face Book group has been created to promote this initiative. Please click on the link and join this group and promote it amongst your contacts.
http://www.facebook.com/home.php?sk=group_143065525739332&ap=1
Mind Speaks – India – Australia 2nd ODI at Vishakapatanam
Mind Speaks – India – Australia 2nd ODI at Vishakapatanam
An interesting match played between India and Australia. Thank god it didn’t rained runs this time.
As a team, India is improving and claiming it’s stature in all forms of the game. The players showed that they are more serious about their place in the playing eleven and did not take it for granted. It was eminent from the performance of Yuvraj Singh and Virat Kohli. Once again, Yuvraj, although played well, tend to loose his focus and did not stay till the end. He should have continued and forced his dominance on this depleted bowling side of Australia.
With every match he plays, Suresh Raina is proving to be the gem that was carved out of Greg Chappel’s era. The way he comes out and play his innings effortlessly is a treat for all cricket lovers.
Wish we had the same bench strength in bowling department.
Ramesh Menon, Abu Dhabi
21.10.2010
photos courtesy : http://www.cricinfo.com/
Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Eastern Corniche
Exploring Abu Dhabi – through Clicks and Writes – Eastern Corniche
Photo Speaks – Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Mina Market
Photo Speaks – Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Mina Market
Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Emirates Palace Hotel
Exploring Abu Dhabi – through clicks and writes – Emirates Palace Hotel
Starting today, I will try and submit my collection of Abu Dhbai as I traveled around the city. Looking at the collection, I feel, I haven’t explored even one third of it. Thought of creating a daily sequel, which will be an inspiration to know and learn more about this beautiful city I live.
Emirates Palace Hotel – Dome
There are 302 grand rooms in Coral, Pearl and Diamond categories with a floor area of 55 square meters. The high-quality elegant rooms are furnished to the highest level comfort so hotel guests can relax in total luxury including a 24-hour butler service. The Gulf Arab royalty has a reserved separate floor. The hotel is also the official guest place of Abu Dhabi’s government with 22 three-bedroom suites capable of hosting for each heads of state and their entourages.
Being one of the word’s most prestigious hotels, Emirates Palace is a popular place for dignitaries and celebrities. With its beautiful view and incredible luxury, the hotel became the crowning glory of Abu Dhabi.
Some of the famous people who have set food on the Palace are Bill Clinton, Robert de Niro, Will Smith, Lawrence Fishburne, Michael Jackson, many golf superators, FIFA World Cup Champions and also lots of sport celebrities as the hotel has 70 football pitches.
Emirates Palace offers palatial restaurants which bring the world’s finest cuisines. Gourmet meals for example exquisite seafood of the Sayad and magnificent view of the Gulf gives fabulous experience for the visitor. The Caviar Bar is also popular because of its world class champagne menu and caviar selections with live traditional music.
The construction began in December 2001. Architects were Wimberly Allison Tong and Goo (WATG), who are among the leading hospitality designers worldwide. Unique structure comprises a Palace section with the top suites, two wigs with guest rooms and the Conference Centre. The colours of the building reflect the different shades of the Arabian Desert. Interior design is made by KY&A. Emirates Palace employs around 2000 staff members from at least 50 nationalities.
For more information, please visit Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi
Ramesh Menon
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