Accidental Tourist

Being thrown into an unpleasant situation can turn out to be a pleasant experience; an opportunity waiting to be exploited. That was what happenend at the start of the weekend as Nakamora travelled to Europe and stranded in Dubai.
Planes were grounded as ashes spewed into the atmosphere by the explosion of Eyjafjallajokull volcano in Iceland drifted into the air. Most airports in Europe, including Flughafen Wien was closed.
Unsettling the wait as it was, staying at a hotel courtesy of the airline gave good opportunity to wander around the city. Doesn't matter the lack or absence of clothing for change and unshaven for three days, moving around Bur Dubai and other places gave a good introduction to the city for future exploration. It feels like an expensive city, especially when the extended stopover was not in the budget.
The temperature was hot, around 33 deg. C, but the air is dry and occassional winds at some parts of the city can be cooling. Cafes with shawarna-based burgers and all kinds of fruit juices with inviting names like "fifty-fifty" and "abadi," which is a combination of two or more fuits with or without icecream on top, are abound. Spending time in one can be a nice eating experience.
Overall, it was an interesting time; but could have been much better if it was planned, Nakamora made his assessment. He hopes to come again, but not due to a stranded flight.