When Ahmed Abdi landed in Dubai on September 18, 1970, he saw a small, quiet town on both sides of the Creek . The only way people cross Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT ...

On Dubai Creek, abras criss-cross the historic waterway. They push back from the quay and chug across the Creek ferrying tourists, business people and residents. It is a familiar scene in old ...

Sheikh Hamdan’s abra excursion reflects his long-standing commitment to advancing Dubai’s transport network, from tram extensions to pioneering “flying taxi” trials. By choosing a centuries-old water ...

Travelling back in time… To the place where it all began. It’s been more than a few decades, but Dubai’s old town stands firm and proud to this day, as a symbol for the humble beginnings of ...

When Ahmed Abdi landed in Dubai on September 18, 1970, he saw a small, quiet town on both sides of the Creek. The only way people crossed the water was on wooden boats called abras. “I was just ...