Yawn and stretch, well here we are, its 07:05 local time or still 03:00 as far as my body is concerned, the only thing is instead of being tucked up in bed fast asleep, we have just landed in Dubai and its 25 degrees and bright sunshine. Dubai was quite a sight flying in across the sea. It looks very foreign and of course it is. Sun washed buildings shinning in the desert heat. The airport is sparkling and pristine, you could eat your dinner off the floor it looks so clean and somehow I can’t imagine Heathrow or Manchester ever looking like this. It’s filled with sparkling gems, UFO saucer shaped lights and palm trees. Along with the usual airport shops there are lots of designer labels and souk type stores selling Aladdin lamps and
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