Bryce's Corner

Coo-kooro-koo!! The wake-up call from the early rising cock, followed by the tolling church bells at the crack of dawn, followed in quick succession by the blowing horn from the poder’s bicycle --- This is how one wakes up lazily in Goa. Stark contrast to the sound of the azaan (morning prayer), once the sun rises, from the several mosques dotting UAE. Have you ever thought or wondered what does it feel like to live and settle in this country after having spent all your life growing up in the villages and towns of Goa? What is it that makes UAE, a go-to destination for tourists and visitors worldwide and how can we look upon this country as a model for Goa to emulate? As someone who grew up and studied in the UAE, I have had a lot of rich experiences with the lifestyle, the culture, and the urban vibe that the country offers to both its residents and visitors who come from different parts of the world.  Though both destinations have now become major brand names, there is a lot...