Notes from Dubai; love Karama , hate the metro...
Deep in old Dubai, across from Za'abeel park and far from the shining spires and glistening domes of Jumeirah, lies the crumbling and malodorous district of Karama. But don't be put off by the smells and the broken pavements, because deep in the heart of this district lies an Aladdin's cave of decadence and desire; a cornucopia of treasures. In short, a one-stop area of knock-off shops selling -- specifically -- replica designer handbags. I love handbags. And designer bags are even more loveable... I'm not acquainted with the copyright laws here in the UAE, but I'm pretty sure there aren't any. I know this because the Fairy liquid I bought recently only lasted a week. And the Ben 10 figures purchased the other day -- so beloved by my three boys -- cost ten times more in Ireland. ' Ireland is a rip-off, look how cheap these are here ' I told DH, until they fell apart and the paint peeled off. However, when it comes to creating perfectly rep...