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ung1 Jan 23, 2011 8:22 pm

Given that this is the DXB DO, I'd imagine a lot of people would be flying in on EK (no?)

Anyway, for those unfamiliar with the fares etc, keep in mind that it's oftentimes quite expensive flying into DXB, and much better value if you add on a leg to anywhere (Middle East, S Asia, SE Asia) depending on the extra time and money you have. And on how many additional tier miles you want.

Feel free to PM me if you need any help with this.

typical Jan 23, 2011 8:24 pm

It's going to be hot, hot, hot! :D

If I'm back at home by then, I'll be there - but that makes me only a maybe for now, I'm afraid.

dedehans Jan 23, 2011 8:29 pm


Originally Posted by Blank Sheet (Post 15719412)
Just confirming, you are on DL7 and DL8? I may be joining you for those leaving the 22nd and coming back on the 27th

DL8 on the outbound,leaving 21 June (arriving pm DXB 22 June), DL7 on the return on 27 June....

G_G Jan 24, 2011 3:41 pm


Originally Posted by DYKWIA (Post 15718595)
Booked it!

Arriving on Lufthansa on the 23rd, departing on the 28th.

I guess that makes me a definite.

The Le Meridian has an advance purchase rate of AED260++, which is about 55 quid!

Cheers,
Rick

Which "Le Meridien" is it ?

DYKWIA Jan 24, 2011 6:51 pm


Originally Posted by G_G (Post 15726065)
Which "Le Meridien" is it ?

Le Meridien Dubai... Opposite the airport.

Cheers,
Rick

bowdenj Jan 24, 2011 9:03 pm

EB:

Please add me as a: Silver!

Been through DXB but never visited the country.

typical Jan 24, 2011 9:16 pm


Originally Posted by DYKWIA (Post 15727203)
Le Meridien Dubai... Opposite the airport.

Might be worth pointing out the following properties don't participate in SPG:

Residence Deira by Le Méridien - Dubai
Le Méridien Dubai - Dubai
Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina - Dubai
Le Royal Méridien Beach Resort & Spa - Dubai
Le Méridien Fairway - Dubai
The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina - Dubai

Don't I get to be silver for being a maybe? :(

eightblack Jan 24, 2011 9:21 pm


Originally Posted by typical (Post 15728002)

Don't I get to be silver for being a maybe? :(

A thousand apologies. I will buy you a drink when you turn to Gold and I see you in DXB!

w00t Jan 25, 2011 7:27 am

I am in - definitely.

beergut Jan 25, 2011 7:57 am

I'm a possible as well, can't say I enjoy it at that time of year but got friends I need to visit sometime this year.

Probably in on KLM and staying at one or both of the Hiltons

beergut Jan 25, 2011 8:43 am


Originally Posted by ung1 (Post 15720403)
Given that this is the DXB DO, I'd imagine a lot of people would be flying in on EK (no?)

Anyway, for those unfamiliar with the fares etc, keep in mind that it's oftentimes quite expensive flying into DXB, and much better value if you add on a leg to anywhere (Middle East, S Asia, SE Asia) depending on the extra time and money you have. And on how many additional tier miles you want.

I've saved money several times by flying into AUH and getting a cab the rest of the way, not with EK though

EKglobetrotter Jan 25, 2011 12:29 pm

I'll make it to a couple of the days at the very least!! Count me in :-D

Daria Jan 27, 2011 5:04 am

I have been asked to do a seminar in Dubai so will try to work it around this time. List me as a maybe.

pbjag Jan 27, 2011 2:18 pm

Ooh, just saw this thread. Count me in as interested (need to check flight availability). I have been looking for something fun to do for my birthday (6/27) and this would definitely fill the bill.

DYKWIA Jan 27, 2011 2:40 pm

Hotels can be ridiculously cheap at this time of year in Dubai. We even got a night at Burj-al-Arab for about £400 a few years ago.

A 'standard' 5 star hotel will be between £50-£100.

Those prices will treble at least in the high season.

Cheers,
Rick


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