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My Dubai - Abu Dhabi Rolex experiences....
This year we wanted a warm New Years party,
so up to Dubai to meet up with some old friends.
I also meet up with a very nice collector from Jakarta.
Honestly, there's no vintage Rolex in Dubai / Aby Dhabi,
at least I haven't found it. I did the gold souks but hardly
anyone could show a vintage Rolex between the enormous
outlet of modern new Rolex, heavily discounted. Cash is king.
Only 2 pieces that came up after I asked everywhere for vintage...
Up to Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall....
No steel new Explorer 1 or 2, green sub, milgauss, daytona, gmt but gold & bling orientated stock ;-(
Up to Abu Dhabi Ferrai World, on new years eve we went to see Coldplay at the island
what is also used for the Volvo Ocean race that just arrived in the harbor...
Off course my son had to drive, and off course he was faster then me ;-)
0 to 240 kmh in 5 less then 5 seconds...
Check Alonso's face here on youtube to get a idea how fast it is
:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DV6fkfVhgU
Time to relax in Dubai Marina, with famous Barasti bar ;-) Not easy to get used to
the fact there's no alcohol, besides when you go to these Hotel Clubs, it can become
lol, i had to make a picture of these wal-rus ;-)))
The Party Boot ;-)
Preparing for the night...
Coldplay...Paradise, Paradise...;-)
Heading back home after another great trip!
Hope you enjoyed!
so up to Dubai to meet up with some old friends.
I also meet up with a very nice collector from Jakarta.
Honestly, there's no vintage Rolex in Dubai / Aby Dhabi,
at least I haven't found it. I did the gold souks but hardly
anyone could show a vintage Rolex between the enormous
outlet of modern new Rolex, heavily discounted. Cash is king.
Only 2 pieces that came up after I asked everywhere for vintage...
Up to Burj Khalifa & Dubai Mall....
No steel new Explorer 1 or 2, green sub, milgauss, daytona, gmt but gold & bling orientated stock ;-(
Up to Abu Dhabi Ferrai World, on new years eve we went to see Coldplay at the island
what is also used for the Volvo Ocean race that just arrived in the harbor...
Off course my son had to drive, and off course he was faster then me ;-)
0 to 240 kmh in 5 less then 5 seconds...
Check Alonso's face here on youtube to get a idea how fast it is
:http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DV6fkfVhgU
Time to relax in Dubai Marina, with famous Barasti bar ;-) Not easy to get used to
the fact there's no alcohol, besides when you go to these Hotel Clubs, it can become
lol, i had to make a picture of these wal-rus ;-)))
The Party Boot ;-)
Preparing for the night...
Coldplay...Paradise, Paradise...;-)
Heading back home after another great trip!
Hope you enjoyed!
Happy New Year to you all!!
Rg.Philipp
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My Dubai - Abu Dhabi Rolex experiences....
This year we wanted a warm New Years party, so up to Dubai to meet up with some old friends. I also meet up with a very nice collector from Jakarta. Honestly, there's no vintage Rolex in Dubai / Aby Dhabi, at least I haven't found it. I did the gold souks...
Same back to you, Philipp. Thanks for the pics, and specially
For showing this Dato U.A.E. Feel free to post more pics. Best, Nicolas.
Looks like you had a grand time.
Even if there were not may vintage Rolex's to see, other than your friends that is. Nice collection by the way. Best regards, George
Those first few photos............
Show a true Aladdins Cave. First time that I have seen an ATM that pays out GOLD!! Dubai looks like a stunning place to visit. Thank you for sharing with us your holiday. Regards Tony
Happy New Year
Dear Philippe, I very much enjoyed your Rolex Middle East Report and seeing the pictures. Hope this year brings you much success and happiness, best Edmond