I’ve wanted to visit Dubai for a long time, so when Georgina suggested a ‘girls’ break for her 30th year, the answer was a resounding YES.
We booked in October and it seemed to come around very quickly.
We left Gatwick late on 31st May arriving the morning of the 1st June. An Uber to our stunning hotel ‘Atlantis the Royal’ provided a view of the metropolis that Dubai now is.
Check in was by Nikita, and a complimentary breakfast was provided. Our room was on Floor 41, with a sea view-perfect for sunset.🌅
Unpacking was swift as we found our bearings, we navigated the levels , shops, galleries and restaurants available. ( We didn’t find them all)
An afternoon on the beach beckoned, the sea felt like bath water. The food offering was delicious and the heat intense.
Dinner was booked for La Mar, the Peruvian restaurant. We dressed for dinner and we took the lift up to La Mar. The food was delicious and for me there were a few alcohol free options.
After a good night’s sleep we enjoyed breakfast and made our way to Nobu by the beach, pre booked. The staff prepare the loungers, and we were treated to various shots, ice lollies and cooling spray.
Georgina had booked dinner for Asia, Asia at the marina and we watched the sun set as the boats below glided on the water.
We booked a trip to the Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi ( pronounced Abu Zabi) which was worthwhile visiting, and wearing an abaya obligatory in order to enter. The white marble is beautiful to see and touch. The chandeliers are a sight to behold. It felt peaceful although the incessant pouting and posing for photographs of visitors for the ‘gram’ did detract from the serenity of this building.
We returned to the hotel for an afternoon by the pool, before dinner at Ling, Ling, within the hotel. we were thoroughly spoiled and a dessert to celebrate Georgina’s birthday was so sweet.
The evening ended watching the fountain show with music, colour and fire.
Tuesday saw us at The Royal pool, for the morning. Another lovely experience with staff, food and service of the highest order.
We had booked Cloud 22, which has an infinity pool, another ‘gram’ favourite. Six hours of music, food, drink, people watching, sun, pool dipping. I’m intrigued by the ‘cosmetic’ procedures that some have had, particularly BBL, each to their own.
Our final morning, allowed some time by the pool before heading to the airport. Checkout was smooth and the same person who checked us in. An uber to the airport and the flight home.
Four days flew by, but so enjoyable. Time to relax, chat, laugh, the occasional tear. It was magical spending time with Georgina, I am so proud of the woman she is, and it was a privilege to have this time with her.
Dubai was everything I hoped it would be, and there is so much more to see and do. Until the next time……..
My little life 