Hi everyone,

My name is Saeed. I'm from United Arab Emirates, Al Ain City exactly. I'm 19 years old and I finished high school one year ago. When I finished high school, I found a scholarship to U.S. Last year, I spent my time learning English at the ALP in Columbus. Let me talk little bit about my country.

There are many places worth to visit in my country (United Arab Emirates) and my hometown. My country is 7 Emirates united with each other, Emirates –states-. Every emirate has its own government. Every emirate has especial things. Abu Dhabi is the largest emirate and the national government there. There are many islands in Abu Dhabi coast. These islands are good for tourism. Sair Bani Yase Island is the best island for tourism. The island is a Nature reserve. There are many kinds of animal there. Emirates Palace is a 7 star hotel .It is very good hotel. Al Ain city is a city located in Abu Dhabi emirate, it 1.5 hour far away by car. It is a city in central of the desert .It has oasis so it is green .the famous place to visit there is Al Mubazra al Khdhra. My home located on Al Hilli district, which is the oldest archaeological area in the UAE. There is a park for it. There are many Palm plantations. There are many farms in the desert serve camel riding and camping.

In 2008 I had a scholarship to New Zealand. That’s to improve my English language. In the beginning my father disagreed so I tried to explain studying abroad benefits. I prepared to travel for several months. I did not expect to find someone that I know but I found our old neighbor’s son in our old house.