You and Dubai: A Tale of Two Cities (Separated by a Gulp-Worthy Distance)
So, you're itching for a vacation that involves more spice than your grandma's pecan pie and a skyline that would make Bruce Willis reconsider climbing anything ever again. Dubai sounds perfect, right? Except for one teensy, tiny detail: it's about as close to Houston as your chances of winning the lottery while simultaneously being struck by lightning (hey, a man can dream!).
Houston, We Have a Problem (And It's Not Lack of Barbecue)
Let's face it, folks, Dubai ain't exactly next door. We're talking thousands of miles, which translates to roughly a bazillion airplane movie viewings and enough leg cramps to make you question your life choices.
Don't Burst Your Burj Khalifa Bubble Just Yet!
Hold on to your cowboy hats, Tex-ans! Distance doesn't have to be a dealbreaker. Here's the upside:
- You've Got Time to Perfect Your Outfit: Those Dubai shopping sprees won't catch you off guard. You've got ample time to channel your inner fashionista and emerge from the plane looking like a million bucks (or, you know, several Dirhams).
- Binge-Watching on Steroids: Consider this a movie marathon with the added bonus of jet lag. Catch up on all those shows you've been meaning to watch, learn a new language (Arabic for "make mine a camel burger, please" would be a good start), or write the next great American novel...all at 30,000 feet!
- Snack Like a Sultan: Nobody judges airplane snacking etiquette. Pile on the mini pretzels, indulge in the questionable cheese spread, and dream of all the exotic food adventures awaiting you in Dubai.
The Final Frontier (or, Booking That Ticket)
Yes, Dubai is a far cry from Houston, but hey, that just adds to the adventure, right? So, dust off your passport, book the flight (with plenty of legroom, if you know what's good for you), and get ready to experience a world of wonder that's further than your backyard, but definitely worth the trip.
