{"id":4019,"date":"2024-11-24T01:53:46","date_gmt":"2024-11-24T00:53:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/blog\/united-arab-emirates-first-impressions-from-a-2019-journey\/"},"modified":"2026-01-03T18:03:24","modified_gmt":"2026-01-03T17:03:24","slug":"united-arab-emirates-first-impressions-from-a-2019-journey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/united-arab-emirates-first-impressions-from-a-2019-journey\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai in 2019 \u2013 My First Middle East Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"4019\" class=\"elementor elementor-4019 elementor-3621\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-24ebf87 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"24ebf87\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-96fdb6d elementor-toc--minimized-on-desktop elementor-widget elementor-widget-global elementor-global-10937 elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"96fdb6d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;desktop&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of contents\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__96fdb6d\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__96fdb6d\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__96fdb6d\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c83d634 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c83d634\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Hello! \ud83d\udc4b<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">This post takes us back in time &#8211; to moments when life looked entirely different, and travel followed its own unique rules. It\u2019s a glimpse into a time before I met Jadwiga, when each of us explored the world on our own. Early travel experiences often feel distinct from the ones we gather later, and we\u2019ve decided to share those stories to reflect on how both our perspectives and the places we\u2019ve visited have changed over the years.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">November 2019 was a pivotal moment for me. It marked one of my first international trips and the beginning of my journey into the Middle East. Dubai welcomed me with stunning architecture, a vibrant lifestyle, and a distinct rhythm of daily life, so different from Europe. These first impressions left a strong mark, sparking a desire to explore more of this fascinating region.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Although I stayed only a few days, I knew the UAE was a place I wanted to revisit. And I did &#8211; returning several times in the years that followed. In 2023, I explored the Emirates again, this time with Jadwiga, offering a fresh perspective on a place I thought I already knew.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Soon, we\u2019ll share more about our adventures in the UAE. Our goal is to bring this country closer to you, blending insights from my pandemic-era visit and our shared journey in 2023. This way, the Emirates become not just a destination but a place you can truly connect with.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-17680da elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"17680da\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-002-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-002-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai street scene with apartment buildings and a large retail complex under a bright sky\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-001-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-001-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Dubai street view with Al Sharafi building, Brother billboard, and The Hub Express sign\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-004-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-004-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Dubai street scene in front of Mostafawi Business Cen with the UAE flag on the building facade\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"People walking through a Dubai souk corridor lined with colorful textiles and shop displays\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-003-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-005-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-6\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-005-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai skyline at night with illuminated skyscrapers, including the Emirates Towers in the distance\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1198138 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1198138\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>How did I get to the Emirates?<\/h2><h3>Takeoff from Warsaw and the beginning of problems<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">So, as a moderately experienced traveler &#8211; excluding school trips to places like the Czech Republic or Slovakia &#8211; I was still learning how to organize and manage everything properly. Sure, I had already been on a long trip to the United States, but that was a completely different region with its own unique challenges.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">I bought my tickets to Dubai (DXB) with FlyDubai for around 1500 PLN, departing from Krak\u00f3w. The first issue arose when trying to get from Warsaw to Krak\u00f3w. I had a few options &#8211; train, car, or flight. I chose the flight, as it seemed the fastest and most convenient. However, the weather had other plans.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The fog over Warsaw initially delayed the morning flight, and then\u2026 it was completely canceled. The prospect of missing my flight to the Emirates became all too real. Luckily, I managed to rebook onto the next available flight, which had a larger aircraft to accommodate some of the passengers from the earlier canceled one. After speaking with the staff, I managed to secure a seat in the first row, as close to the exit as possible. Perfect!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1c34079 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"1c34079\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Dubai Weather in Warsaw: view from indoors toward a cloudy airport runway with vehicles and lights\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai.jpeg 1440w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-800x1422.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-864x1536.jpeg 864w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-1152x2048.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-512x910.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-1024x1820.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-920x1636.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-1600x2844.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-to-dubai-1920x3413.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-weather-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-7\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-warsaw-airport-weather-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Crowd waiting in a train station corridor at Dubai Weather in Warsaw theme in the UAE, with monitors and signage\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f61bce5 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f61bce5\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Transfer at Krakow airport<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">When I landed in Krak\u00f3w, the real race against time began. Like Usain Bolt, I sprinted toward passport control. In my haste, I barely remembered the layout of the airport, so I gently weaved through the crowd, apologizing and explaining my situation. I made it to the gate\u2026 literally three minutes before it closed.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Out of breath and exhausted, I squeezed into my seat on the plane. That\u2019s when it hit me &#8211; FlyDubai was more of a low-cost airline than a traditional one. A bit cramped, but the most important thing was that I made it onboard. Phew!<\/p><h3>Let&#8217;s fly!<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">So, I settled into my seat and began the journey. Onboard, there was an entertainment system available which\u2026 didn\u2019t work. Honestly? Looking back, I don\u2019t really care about those little screens &#8211; I never use them anyway. However, as my first experience with FlyDubai, it left a rather mediocre impression. Instead of remembering the airline positively, I was left with the thought that it was a bit \u201chit or miss\u201d.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The meal was modest: a small dish, a roll, and a little bottle of water. It was enough to get by, but nothing impressive. After the morning chaos of getting to Krak\u00f3w, I decided to take a nap. As we flew, I finally had a moment to relax.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1fbef28 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"1fbef28\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-001-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-001-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Passengers seated in the cabin of a FlyDubai airplane in Dubai, UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-8\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Meal trays with FlyDubai in-flight food on a Dubai, UAE airplane seat tray\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-920x690.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-1600x1200.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-3200x2400.jpeg 3200w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/poland-krakow-flydubai-airplane-002-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c0dd364 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"c0dd364\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3><strong>DXB<\/strong><\/h3><p class=\"p1\">So, I landed. True to the low-cost experience, there was no jet bridge &#8211; just a bus waiting to shuttle us around the airport grounds for a good 20 minutes before finally dropping us off at passport control. Thankfully, the border procedures were straightforward. Polish citizens can enter the United Arab Emirates visa-free for tourism purposes. All I needed was a valid passport &#8211; a quick stamp, and I was ready to enjoy my stay.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Outside, I was greeted by typical November weather in Dubai &#8211; it wasn\u2019t blazing hot, but warm and pleasant, especially compared to the chilly autumn back in Poland. Excited like a child with a new toy, I soaked in every moment. A new region of the world, a new culture, new experiences &#8211; I was in my element.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Dubai International Airport (DXB) is one of the largest and busiest airports in the world. I had previously seen a few TV programs, like \u201cUltimate Airport Dubai\u201d, that showcased the behind-the-scenes expansion of this massive facility. DXB is a true hub, handling millions of passengers, and I was fascinated by how such a gigantic operation is managed &#8211; from security checks and border procedures to coordinating air traffic.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">For anyone interested in large facilities and their operations, Dubai Airport is a true gem. Spacious terminals, massive passenger traffic, and excellent organization &#8211; all of this made my first moments at the airport truly impressive.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-cecd58a elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"cecd58a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-006-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-006-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Passengers boarding a plane in Dubai, UAE at night, with the Etihad aircraft visible on the tarmac\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai airport terminal with overhead directional signs for Exit, Luggage Information, and restrooms\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-007-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai streetscape with flags in front of a traditional beige building under a clear sky\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-008-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-009-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-9\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-009-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai skyline across the harbor with two Rolex-branded towers and waterfront buildings in UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b6a39f0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b6a39f0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>First experience with the Middle East<\/b><\/h2><p class=\"p1\">This was my first trip to this part of the world and my first encounter with a culture so vastly different from Europe. Of course, I had experienced diversity before in the United States, where I came across Mexicans and people from other nationalities, but this was something entirely different. Here, in the Emirates, everything felt new, and unfamiliar.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The first thing that catches your eye is the omnipresent sand. In Poland, sand is something you associate with beaches or construction sites, but here, it was everywhere &#8211; a natural part of the landscape, the surroundings, and even the architecture. The wide streets and monumental buildings made me feel like a child discovering a vast, new world. Sure, Europe has big cities too, but here everything was wider, taller, and more monumental &#8211; from multi-lane highways to towering skyscrapers.<\/p><h3>Skyscrapers<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">One thing that might surprise less experienced travelers is the sheer scale of the infrastructure. Dubai is a city built to impress &#8211; full of futuristic designs and bold concepts. But in everyday life, this also translates into distances. Everything seems close, but in reality, you might need 30 minutes by car to get from point A to point B. For someone used to more compact cities in Europe, this can be quite a shock.<\/p><h3>Cultural contrast<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Then there\u2019s the culture. My first encounter with the people, their clothing, their way of moving and interacting &#8211; all of it painted a picture of a place that was completely new to me. I saw women dressed in abayas, men in traditional kanduras, and at the same time, an incredible diversity of nationalities that makes Dubai so unique.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">For those who travel less, the contrasts can be striking. In one moment, you\u2019re in an ultra-modern shopping mall, and the next, you\u2019re at a traditional souk filled with spices or gold, where it feels like time has stood still. This blend of modernity and tradition leaves a lasting impression and is something you won\u2019t easily forget.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1881763 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"1881763\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Dubai building facade with a large portrait mural of a man wearing a white kandura and headscarf\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-010-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-011-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-011-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Cars drive past a tall cylindrical fort in Dubai, UAE, with flags flying overhead.\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-012-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-012-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai skyline at night with tall hotel towers and Marriott-branded lights in UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-10\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Dubai skyline with the Burj Khalifa and modern high-rise buildings in the background\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-920x690.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-1600x1200.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-3200x2400.jpeg 3200w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-013-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7603240 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"7603240\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/xRWq2D-yGS0&quot;,&quot;yt_privacy&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-297652b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"297652b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"p1\"><b>Emirates and first impressions<\/b><\/h2><p class=\"p1\">My first impressions? Definitely positive. Over the years, I\u2019ve developed a more nuanced opinion about Arab countries &#8211; experience has a way of shaping perspectives. But if I were to recommend a starting point for someone just beginning to explore this region, the United Arab Emirates would be the perfect choice.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Why? Because it\u2019s a place where diversity and multiculturalism were already the norm when I visited. Unlike countries that are just starting to open up to tourism, like Saudi Arabia (as of 2024), in the Emirates, a tourist from Europe is no longer a novelty.<\/p><h3>Safety<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">One of the first things that caught my attention was the sense of safety. In the Emirates, I felt exceptionally calm, which is a feeling I rarely experience in many European cities. Strict laws, severe penalties for crimes, and the local culture contribute to an incredibly low crime rate. In Dubai or Abu Dhabi, you can comfortably leave your phone or wallet on a caf\u00e9 table and trust that no one will take it. Compared to Europe, where you often have to stay vigilant in certain places, the Emirates are truly impressive in this regard.<\/p><h3>Growth<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Looking back, it\u2019s striking to see how rapidly the Emirates are evolving. New buildings rise, old ones disappear, and the landscape changes year by year. It\u2019s fascinating to witness, but at the same time, there\u2019s a clear divide &#8211; on one side, wealthy neighborhoods and luxurious landmarks, and on the other, a poorer segment of society that sustains all this grandeur through their labor.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">What struck me even more was the organization and order. Despite the heavy traffic, crowds of tourists, and immense cultural diversity, everything functioned smoothly. Even the traffic, which can be chaotic in other Middle Eastern countries, seemed surprisingly well-organized here.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">It\u2019s also worth mentioning the linguistic diversity. The Emirates is a country where English serves as the working language, and in major cities, you can meet people from virtually every corner of the world. This makes it easy to navigate &#8211; even for those who aren\u2019t seasoned travelers.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-038aa33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"038aa33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Accommodation<\/h2>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1f0548a elementor-widget elementor-widget-google_maps\" data-id=\"1f0548a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"google_maps.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-custom-embed\">\n\t\t\t<iframe loading=\"lazy\"\n\t\t\t\t\tsrc=\"https:\/\/maps.google.com\/maps?q=premier%20inn%20dubai%20al%20jaddaf%2C%20dubai%2C%20uae&#038;t=m&#038;z=15&#038;output=embed&#038;iwloc=near\"\n\t\t\t\t\ttitle=\"premier inn dubai al jaddaf, dubai, uae\"\n\t\t\t\t\taria-label=\"premier inn dubai al jaddaf, dubai, uae\"\n\t\t\t><\/iframe>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4a69724 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4a69724\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p class=\"p1\">During my first visit to Dubai, I stayed at the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.agoda.com\/partners\/partnersearch.aspx?pcs=1&amp;cid=1933139&amp;hid=15796423\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Premier Inn<\/a> hotel in the Al Jaddaf district. At that time, the area was undergoing rapid development &#8211; many buildings were still under construction, but now most of them are completed and open. Despite this growth, the district has managed to retain its character, blending new developments with a quieter atmosphere compared to the bustling city center.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"p1\">Nearby is Jaddaf Waterfront, also known as Culture Village, offering cultural spaces and scenic views of Dubai Creek. A major advantage was the proximity to Al Jaddaf metro station, located in fare zone 6. This made getting around Dubai both convenient and affordable, as many of the city\u2019s key attractions are within the same zone, allowing for the cheapest single-ride tickets. The area turned out to be an excellent base for exploring the city, especially for those looking to avoid the hustle and bustle of more central districts.   <\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-c10ab37 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"c10ab37\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Hotel at night with a lit fa\u00e7ade and parked cars along the street\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-016-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-014.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-014-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai Hotel room with a neatly made bed, bedside lamp, and purple LED ceiling light\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-017-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-017-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"UAE Dubai Hotel bathroom with a rain shower, glass partition, and mirror reflecting a man taking a selfie\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-11\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1440\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Hotel room desk with TV, lamp, and tray of drinks and cups\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015.jpeg 1440w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-169x300.jpeg 169w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-576x1024.jpeg 576w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-800x1422.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-864x1536.jpeg 864w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-1152x2048.jpeg 1152w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-512x910.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-1024x1820.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-920x1636.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-1600x2844.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-015-1920x3413.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1440px) 100vw, 1440px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f78987b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"f78987b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>Food<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">During my first visit to Dubai, I didn\u2019t focus much on exploring the local cuisine, and I\u2019ll admit, I lacked the courage to try more unusual dishes at the time. It\u2019s a different story now &#8211; over the years, discovering local flavors has become one of my favorite parts of traveling. Even back then, though, shawarma wasn\u2019t a challenge for me, and I was happy to give it a try.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">The Emirates aren\u2019t just about Middle Eastern cuisine. Thanks to the city\u2019s multicultural nature, you can find almost anything here &#8211; from Indian curries to Italian pizza. At the time, I wasn\u2019t ready for culinary experiments, but now I know that in Dubai, you can truly eat anything &#8211; catering to every budget and every style.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-70fd8ab elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"70fd8ab\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-019-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-019-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Foods: tray with fries and fried chicken with Pepsi and sauces on a table\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-018.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-018-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Foods plate of glossy fried dates on a blue-and-white patterned plate\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-022-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-022-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Foods: plate of spiced rice, curry, and grilled kebabs with flatbread on a table\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2560\" height=\"1920\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Foods photo wall with many framed pictures and colorful caf\u00e9 decor.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 2560w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-300x225.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-1024x768.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-320x240.jpeg 320w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-800x600.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-1536x1152.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-2048x1536.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-512x384.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-920x690.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-1600x1200.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-3200x2400.jpeg 3200w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-020-1920x1440.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2560px) 100vw, 2560px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-021-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-12\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-021-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"UAE, Dubai Foods table with rice, grilled meat, salad, yogurt, and lemon slices\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-482a237 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"482a237\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2>What was I able to see?<\/h2><p class=\"p1\">During my first visit to Dubai, I focused on a few of the city\u2019s most popular landmarks. I saw the famous Dubai Fountain, which attracts crowds in the evening with its spectacular water and light shows. I admired the Burj Khalifa &#8211; the tallest building in the world, though only from the outside. Of course, I couldn\u2019t miss Dubai Mall, which is impressive not only for its size but also for its variety &#8211; ranging from shops to attractions like the massive aquarium.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ff604e4 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"ff604e4\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-024-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-024-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai Attractions Underwater Zoo display tank with schools of fish and blue lighting in UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Dubai Attractions mall interior with shoppers, modern architecture, and bright storefronts in the UAE, Dubai.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-023-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1868\" height=\"2560\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" class=\"attachment- size-\" alt=\"Dubai attractions skyline with Burj Khalifa rising above modern buildings at dusk\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg 1868w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-219x300.jpeg 219w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-747x1024.jpeg 747w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-800x1097.jpeg 800w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-1121x1536.jpeg 1121w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-1494x2048.jpeg 1494w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-512x702.jpeg 512w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-1024x1404.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-920x1261.jpeg 920w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-1600x2193.jpeg 1600w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-3200x4386.jpeg 3200w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-025-1920x2632.jpeg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1868px) 100vw, 1868px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-026-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-13\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-026-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai Attractions at night, with skyscraper lights and a fountain show by the waterfront in UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-82601f9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"82601f9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Traditional part of the city<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">I wanted to see more than just modern Dubai, so I took a walk along Dubai Creek, visiting the historic Al Fahidi district and Deira. These areas showcase a more traditional side of the city &#8211; markets, narrow streets, and a sense of the past. Interestingly, with a public transport card, you can take a traditional abra boat to cross Dubai Creek from one bank to the other &#8211; a fantastic experience that\u2019s also incredibly affordable.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-d19a4b0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"d19a4b0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Dubai Attractions street market in the UAE with colorful stalls and visitors walking between shops\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-028-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-027-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-14\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-027-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"UAE Dubai Attractions street with landscaped sidewalk and historic-style buildings along a quiet road\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ceb8cc0 elementor-widget elementor-widget-video\" data-id=\"ceb8cc0\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;youtube_url&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/youtu.be\\\/bzPzIMVOt2s&quot;,&quot;yt_privacy&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;lazy_load&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;video_type&quot;:&quot;youtube&quot;,&quot;controls&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;}\" data-widget_type=\"video.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-wrapper elementor-open-inline\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-video\"><\/div>\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b7e8f44 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"b7e8f44\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Subway<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">I also had the chance to ride the metro, which impressed me with its organization. For the first time, I saw the division into zones: Gold Class, a section for women and children, and a general area for everyone. This system provides both comfort and safety &#8211; especially for women traveling alone.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e837bc9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"e837bc9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--3 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-033-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-033-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai Metro station platform with passengers, exit sign, and information board in UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-029-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-029-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Dubai Metro station interior with escalators and illuminated exit signs at UAE, Dubai Metro\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--portrait\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-032-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"1300\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-032-650x1300.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_portrait\" alt=\"Dubai Metro train interior with doors open, passengers inside, and route screens overhead.\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--square\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"650\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-650x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_square\" alt=\"Dubai Metro platform signboard showing Exit and \u201cTo Creek\u201d in Arabic and English with train doors inside the station.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-650x650.jpeg 650w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-148x148.jpeg 148w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-296x296.jpeg 296w, https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-030-1300x1300.jpeg 1300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 650px) 100vw, 650px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--landscape\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" itemprop=\"image\" href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-031-mfrh-original-scaled.jpeg\" data-type=\"image\" data-fslightbox=\"gallery-15\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1300\" height=\"650\" src=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/uae-dubai-031-1300x650.jpeg\" class=\"attachment-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape size-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_size_landscape\" alt=\"Dubai Metro station platform with Gold Class signs and blue directional displays in the UAE\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-aebfc33 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"aebfc33\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3>Safari<\/h3><p class=\"p1\">Towards the end of my stay, I decided to try something a bit more unique and went on a desert safari. Driving through the dunes in an off-road Nissan was an interesting experience, although I was joined by a family with a child who clearly didn\u2019t handle the ride well. Thankfully, there were no major \u201cincidents\u201d. The safari ended in an oasis where they organized an evening feast with food, dance performances, and elements of local tradition. I have to admit, this part was a letdown. The food quality left much to be desired, and the overall atmosphere felt more commercial than authentic. I found it more tiring than enjoyable and, looking back, I think I could have skipped this part of the trip.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5833ec9 elementor-widget elementor-widget-qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry\" data-id=\"5833ec9\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"qi_addons_for_elementor_image_gallery_masonry.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-shortcode qodef-m qodef-qi-image-gallery-masonry qodef-qi-fslightbox-popup qodef-popup-gallery qodef-image--hover-zoom qodef-qi-grid qodef-layout--qi-masonry qodef-items--fixed qodef-col-num--2 qodef-responsive--predefined\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-grid-inner\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"qodef-qi-grid-masonry-sizer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"qodef-e qodef-image-wrapper qodef-grid-item qodef-item--\">\n\t<div class=\"qodef-e-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"qodef-popup-item\" 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I arrived at the airport a bit earlier to take my time exploring this massive facility. I can\u2019t remember exactly how many kilometers I walked through the terminals, but it was enough to feel it in my legs &#8211; they were seriously sore! \ud83d\ude05<\/p><p class=\"p1\">Unfortunately, our flight was delayed by about two hours. To make matters worse, we departed from the older part of the airport, far from the modern and impressive DXB terminals I had seen on TV. The difference was immediately noticeable &#8211; from the worn-out carpeting to the outdated seating that had clearly seen better days.<\/p><p class=\"p1\">After landing in Krak\u00f3w, I still had to wait for my flight to Warsaw. I was tired, but I felt that this was just the beginning of my adventure with the Middle East. 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If you want to learn more about traveling in this fascinating country, check out our other posts:<\/p><ul><li class=\"p2\"><b>\ud83e\udda0 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/united-arab-emirates-traveling-during-the-pandemic\/\">The UAE During the Pandemic<\/a><\/b> \u2013 A diary entry from my journey in September 2020, filled with the challenges of traveling during COVID-19 and the adventures I experienced along the way.<\/li><li class=\"p2\"><b>\ud83d\udc6b<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/united-arab-emirates-travel-reflections-and-practical-tips\/\"><b>Guide to the United Arab Emirates<\/b><\/a> \u2013 A comprehensive article covering everything you need to know about the UAE: pros, cons, culture, and our impressions. A recap of our joint journey in January 2023.<\/li><li class=\"p2\"><b>\ud83c\udfd9\ufe0f <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/united-arab-emirates-what-do-we-recommend-seeing-while-in-dubai\/\">What to see in and around Dubai?<\/a><\/b> &#8211; A detailed guide to attractions in Dubai and nearby areas, helping you focus on the must-see highlights during your trip.<\/li><li class=\"p2\"><b>\ud83c\udf07 <a href=\"https:\/\/warsawtravelers.pl\/en\/asia\/united-arab-emirates-top-attractions-to-see-in-abu-dhabi\/\">Abu Dhabi and nearby areas &#8211; what do we recommend seeing?<\/a><\/b> &#8211; A guide to the capital of the Emirates and its most fascinating spots. 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