Our Training Department Heads to the Middle East

Read all about Paul, from our Barrhead Travel Training Department, and his recent familiarisation trip to Dubai.

‘I was lucky enough to experience all the amazing sights and sounds that Dubai, one of the world’s richest countries, has to offer in March.  From the moment I arrived at Glasgow airport I knew I was about to have the time of my life. I was completely spoiled from start to finish.I really kicked off my vacation in style flying business class with Emirates. Upon boarding, I was greeted with a curtsy and a glass of champagne before being escorted to my reclining flatbed and handed an iPad. It had all the latest features from the world of music, film and entertainment.’

‘My flight was a holiday experience in itself and I would HIGHLY recommend paying the slight premium to fly first or business class.Feeling refreshed and revitalised after my flight, I opened my eyes to a world of perfect white sands, tropical blue seas and glorious sunshine. I instantly fell in love with Dubai. My 5 days were action packed and I felt as though I had been transported into another world in just over 6 hours. The rain of Glasgow felt a million miles away as I spent my time sampling all types of cuisine, shopping till I dropped, and living it up in some clubs and pubs that would give Ibiza a run for its money.The international flavours and spices in Dubai made my mouth water and a must for food lovers is a trip to the spice market in Deira.  Here is where you really get to sample the great textures and have your taste buds opened up to flavours which to me were other worldly.

After a day at the spice market, a great way to unwind and have some fun would be an unmissable trip out to the desert on a jeep safari.  Get the adrenaline pumping as you are whisked through the desert over the sand dunes before arriving at an oasis full of belly dancers and magic carpets for an evening of entertainment and dancing – you even have your own henna tattoo artist. This for me was the highlight of my time in Dubai. Not to be missed.

There is so much to see and do in Dubai so pack an array of clothing to suit all occassions but do bare in mind it often tends to be glorious sunshine.  You never know were this magical land could take you. One day you could be standing on the top floor of the worlds highest building (The Burj) gasping at the amazing views, the next you could be at the Atlantis water park relaxing in the lazy river.

Dubai has something for everyone and I have already booked my flights for next year as I feel there is so much I still have to see and do there. My top tip would be to be respectful of the local people and respect their culture and religious views if you do that you will have the time of your life.

I wish I could take you all with me next year to experience first hand how amazing this place really is.  For me it is a 10 out of 10 Holiday.’  – Paul, from our Barrhead Travel Training Department

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