Russian tourist Alexander said that due to the cancellation of a flight in Dubai amid the escalation of the conflict in the Middle East, he had to spend more than 400 thousand rubles on accommodation and food. According to him, the flight from Dubai International Airport was cancelled, and he had to find a hotel on his own.
He explained that group tourists are accommodated at the expense of tour operators, while individual travelers must pay for their accommodation themselves. At the same time, as Alexander pointed out, it was difficult to check into a hotel even with your own money due to long queues.
The tourist added that the room was comfortable and included full board, but the cost of living was high. He admitted that he did not expect such a long delay.
According to the interviewer RIA NovostiHis unplanned stay in the UAE ended in ten days, although he initially expected to spend no more than five days waiting to depart.
Russian tourists find themselves in a difficult situation amid the escalating conflict in the Middle East. The head of the Tourism Committee of the Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Yuri Barzhikin, said that the majority of Russians are in the Emirates.
Dubai authorities obligated hotels to extend the stay of tourists who cannot travel due to flight cancellations, and promised them compensation. The Moscow Evening correspondent communicated with the Russians stranded in the Emirates and learned the details.