VOR Takes a Break and The Dhows Set Sail!
Enjoy this short clip of this large and unique racing fleet in Abu Dhabi. Beautiful!
[youtube http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oUXx7HP6Irg&w=560&h=315]
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