First let me apologize for not posting over the last few months. I will try to update from October to January over the weekend. One of my new year's resolutions is to post on my blog at least once every 2 weeks. So here goes!
We are truly blessed her in the UAE. I continue to tell myself that so it sinks in. Sometimes it's hard to see the forest for the trees but I am trying. We were moved out of the Yas Viceroy hotel after several weeks into the best high rise apartment in Abu Dhabi. Not only were we given this beautiful apartment but it is a 2 bedroom to boot. We now reside in Sun Tower on the 39th floor on Al Reem Island.
It is strategically located next to down town Abu Dhabi so we are close to the many malls and restaurants in the city. Our Island is just a small jump to the highway which takes me to work each day. I carpool with 3 other teachers on my campus so I only have to drive every third week.
Welcome to our home, apartment 3907.
Our hallway from the elevator. Our new home.
We are so blessed with this beautiful home. Our living room is spacious with an absolutely amazing view of Al Reem Island, which is a natural island 600 meters off the coast of Abu Dhabi. This is a newly developed island which began offering residential leases in 2010. It is also one of the first free zones in Abu Dhabi, where foreign nationalities can buy property as leasehold. We are so lucky to be provided this home by my employer, ADEC.
Our kitchen is small and cozy. The best part is that it looks out into the living room so you can enjoy the view from the kitchen as well. Of course this is Russ' favorite spot. He has been cooking lots of meals for me since neither of us are crazy about the local food.
The guest room (kids' room) is also my work area. I keep my supplies for lesson planning in here as well as my printer and laminator. This was my splurge so that I am able to work on lessons at home rather than staying at work. There are two closet areas in this room which makes for a perfect tool storage for Russ as well as clothes storage for guests. As you can see we have plenty of room for visitors and we would love to have anyone who gets a wild hair to travel to stay with us!
The guest bath has a huge walk in shower that is amazing!
I am so lucky to have an american washer and dryer. The machines sold here are combo washer and dryer in one. We purchased this set used from another expat, Jim, that I met after searching for appliances on Dubizzle. Dubizzle is the UAE version of Craigslist. Jim has been a lifesaver with his handyman company. They were able to move our furniture for both apartments and they are all from the US! Handy Russ was able to build a shelf in the laundry room so that both machines would fit.
The master bedroom is huge with enough space for a couch as well as our bedroom furniture. We have a wonderful walk in closet that includes built in drawers and cabinets. There is also another wall of cabinets leading into our bedroom so storage is plentiful.
We are lucky to have an indoor parking garage with our own parking spot on the 2nd floor. We bought a Yukon XL which gives us plenty of room for traveling. We bought it from the nicest guy who was moving to another job post overseas. He was so kind and gave us many other household items that have really come in handy. We have also be blessed by the generosity of fellow expats here since arriving.
Our apartment building has a wonderful deck on the 5th floor. This deck connects the two buildings Sun Tower and Sky Tower together. The buildings share an amazing pool area which includes a family pool, a lap pool, and a kiddie pool. The lap pool is heated in the winter so we are able to swim year round. There are two jacuzzi pools outside but they are not hot. It seems no one heats their hot tubs here. There are 2 tennis courts and a soccer/basketball court and a playground. The whole area is sprinkled with covered seating areas where you can lounge around and read or eat. There are also uncovered tables and chairs available. Each building has a work out facility with steam room and sauna. We are free to use either one.
Downstairs on the first floor we have Waitrose, the most incredible grocery store. It is a franchise from the UK and it feels a lot like home. They have a wonderful deli with hot and cold items. We especially love the rotisserie chickens, egg rolls, and oriental noodles. It makes shopping super easy because we never have to leave the building. It carries many of the types of products we use at home unlike a lot of the grocery stores here in Abu Dhabi. I love being able to run downstairs to grab things day or night.
We also have a nail spa, frozen yogurt store, La Brioche restaurant, and a bank branch. Everything we need so there is no reason to leave unless we just want to. There are also spots for future shops yet to come. Needless to say, we feel like we have won the housing lotto here in Abu Dhabi.
We are truly blessed her in the UAE. I continue to tell myself that so it sinks in. Sometimes it's hard to see the forest for the trees but I am trying. We were moved out of the Yas Viceroy hotel after several weeks into the best high rise apartment in Abu Dhabi. Not only were we given this beautiful apartment but it is a 2 bedroom to boot. We now reside in Sun Tower on the 39th floor on Al Reem Island.
Welcome to our home, apartment 3907.
We are so blessed with this beautiful home. Our living room is spacious with an absolutely amazing view of Al Reem Island, which is a natural island 600 meters off the coast of Abu Dhabi. This is a newly developed island which began offering residential leases in 2010. It is also one of the first free zones in Abu Dhabi, where foreign nationalities can buy property as leasehold. We are so lucky to be provided this home by my employer, ADEC.
Our kitchen is small and cozy. The best part is that it looks out into the living room so you can enjoy the view from the kitchen as well. Of course this is Russ' favorite spot. He has been cooking lots of meals for me since neither of us are crazy about the local food.
The guest room (kids' room) is also my work area. I keep my supplies for lesson planning in here as well as my printer and laminator. This was my splurge so that I am able to work on lessons at home rather than staying at work. There are two closet areas in this room which makes for a perfect tool storage for Russ as well as clothes storage for guests. As you can see we have plenty of room for visitors and we would love to have anyone who gets a wild hair to travel to stay with us!
The guest bath has a huge walk in shower that is amazing!
I am so lucky to have an american washer and dryer. The machines sold here are combo washer and dryer in one. We purchased this set used from another expat, Jim, that I met after searching for appliances on Dubizzle. Dubizzle is the UAE version of Craigslist. Jim has been a lifesaver with his handyman company. They were able to move our furniture for both apartments and they are all from the US! Handy Russ was able to build a shelf in the laundry room so that both machines would fit.
The master bedroom is huge with enough space for a couch as well as our bedroom furniture. We have a wonderful walk in closet that includes built in drawers and cabinets. There is also another wall of cabinets leading into our bedroom so storage is plentiful.
We are lucky to have an indoor parking garage with our own parking spot on the 2nd floor. We bought a Yukon XL which gives us plenty of room for traveling. We bought it from the nicest guy who was moving to another job post overseas. He was so kind and gave us many other household items that have really come in handy. We have also be blessed by the generosity of fellow expats here since arriving.
Our apartment building has a wonderful deck on the 5th floor. This deck connects the two buildings Sun Tower and Sky Tower together. The buildings share an amazing pool area which includes a family pool, a lap pool, and a kiddie pool. The lap pool is heated in the winter so we are able to swim year round. There are two jacuzzi pools outside but they are not hot. It seems no one heats their hot tubs here. There are 2 tennis courts and a soccer/basketball court and a playground. The whole area is sprinkled with covered seating areas where you can lounge around and read or eat. There are also uncovered tables and chairs available. Each building has a work out facility with steam room and sauna. We are free to use either one.
Downstairs on the first floor we have Waitrose, the most incredible grocery store. It is a franchise from the UK and it feels a lot like home. They have a wonderful deli with hot and cold items. We especially love the rotisserie chickens, egg rolls, and oriental noodles. It makes shopping super easy because we never have to leave the building. It carries many of the types of products we use at home unlike a lot of the grocery stores here in Abu Dhabi. I love being able to run downstairs to grab things day or night.
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