Hey everyone.
After a long 14 hour flight Tommy and I have arrived at the Dubai International Airport. We grabbed some excellent indian food and then while walking around saw that they provide free internet to travelers. Everyone here is extremely nice and one of the first things we noticed is that because of their thriving economy they are able to have workers all over the place to help you with whatever you need.
We left Atlanta at 10pm Friday and arrived here at about 8pm, basically losing a whole day (4th of July) in the process. I am not comlaining, it was well worth it. We now are waiting for our 2:30am flight (6:30 your time).
On the flight the movies were NOT working, haha. So no TV, movies, or music for 14 hours as neither of us brought ipods. They did however have games, including a trivia game which Tommy and I won the first 5 rounds of and I had the overall score on for the entire flight.
This blog is a bit of a rant, but basically I love Dubai so far. We have not left the airport but I already can get a sense of not only its wealth but also of how nice and generous people are. On the way home Tommy and I have a very long layover here so we will venture out into the city at that time.
I will update again soon.
-Kevin
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Kevin,
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to follow this blog throughout your trip! I'm so glad Dubai is awesome and the people are friendly. I can't wait to hear more!
:)
love you
Danielle
Hey Kev:
ReplyDeleteI see you got the Beatles on your mind.
Love, Dad
Kevin
ReplyDeleteI am so excited for you and happy to hear that everything is so far so good!
You have been on my mind since you left. This blog was a great idea! Looking forward to your updates.
Glad to hear from you, have a great time. Grandma Ellis
ReplyDeleteYo bro, that's awesome. Hope you're enjoying yourself. I bring up how my brother is in Africa with everyone I make small talk with while im at work. It's awesome, they all think your amazing.
ReplyDeletePs. I had this funny dream that I called you cause I missed you..and you were learning some African culture...then I freaked out because I realized it was a $5 phone call.
MISS YOU!
<3 Col
I am jealous dude that sounds awesome so far, especially kicking everyone's asses in trivia. Have a great trip and teach them how to speak good american!
ReplyDeleteOn the way back if you have the time, you guys have to check out the worlds largest building being built in Dubai... The Dubai Tower...Supposed to be completed in December of this year...
ReplyDeleteKevin-A family that has kids that graduated from DGS owns a hotel in Dubai--would'nt it be fun to find it while you are out and about on your lay-over? I'm trying to find out the name of it. Love reading the daily reports.
ReplyDeleteStay safe.
Karen Barry
Karen,
ReplyDeleteWe will be booking a hotel to stay at on our way home in Dubai. Try to let me know what the name of it is.
Thanks,
Kevin