Admiring the Gulf by Helen Betts

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21-JAN-2015

Admiring the Gulf

Even in what seems like a very liberal emirate, women in Dubai still wear an abaya and headscarf. Unlike in Saudi Arabia, though, foreigners are not required to.

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hamery		30-Mar-2015 08:00
What a warming candid, Helen ! Well done and well seen. BBV

Graeme		29-Mar-2015 18:49
A wonderful candid scene of this family, Helen.V

Julie Oldfield		29-Mar-2015 16:21
Are the women required to or is optional? This is a really fascinating capture. Very well done. V

Buz Kiefer		29-Mar-2015 15:37
Nice candid and interesting comment, Helen. I would guess all bodies of water are amazing to a desert folk. Vote.

Carol Rollins		29-Mar-2015 02:13
A really wonderful candid.

larose forest photos		29-Mar-2015 01:26
Excellent shot and so interesting again, to see the contrast in dress. V

globalgadabout		29-Mar-2015 01:06
it seems the old traditions still have a grip then...good slice of Dubai life..

Gill Kopy		29-Mar-2015 00:27
Interesting that the man and children aren't in traditional dress. Looks like they're photographing the sea - a first time maybe - a great shot Helen V

Dave Petersen Photography		28-Mar-2015 23:26
A very nice capture and cultural statement. Living in a university town, this dress code is common and I have always felt it important to respect the customs of others. Voted

Stephanie		28-Mar-2015 22:57
I just imagine dressing like that at the beach! Great and interesting capture Helen! V

Patrick Goossens		28-Mar-2015 22:40
Looks like they realy admire the sea. They take pictures of the water which is understandable in a desert environment

LynnH		28-Mar-2015 20:58
I would go crazy wearing that. I prefer a lot less clothing. When I look at these pictures, I am thankful to be here in Texas.

Colin Storey		28-Mar-2015 20:22
Great story telling candid, v

Tom LeRoy		28-Mar-2015 20:18
Your images tell us so much about the daily life in Dubai. Very interesting candid!V

joseantonio		28-Mar-2015 19:59
We are learning a lot with your galleries about their way of living.V

Martin Lamoon		28-Mar-2015 19:38
Wonderful shot of their day out v