Visiting Dubai? Have Coffee At Emirates Headquarters

Wait they sell the cabin crew uniform as well? Hmmmmmm.......

I get the objections over UAE policies as well, although I try not to let my personal feelings affect my thirst for travel. But I have say though, I do find some aspects of a good number of people who have those objections somewhat ironic. Many of those very individuals have absolutely no problem traveling to parts of this country that are highly prejudiced, sometimes downright hostile, to our LGTBQ brethren.

You are not the only one, that is definitely awesome! 🙂

I think I'll check it out if I go to Dubai, maybe pick up an Arsenal FC jersey. I hope that 27.00 for 2 specialty coffees is Dirhams and not Dollars!

I annually go to South Asia to see family in November/December and fly Emirates! Now I have a place to hang out during my 16 hour layover (I have an American Passport therefore I can get a free transit visa).

Well I'm definitely stopping here next time I'm on layover.

Because you're one of those winners who has never had a real job. Oh, never mind, you shill credit cards and dupe others into signing up for a living.

@Sunshine Weng, somebody earns a living by travelling and providing honest review of products, and thats not a job? If you're in debt because of being 'duped' into signing up for credit cards, you need to take some responsibilities for your own action.

Downright hostile to LGBTQ? Give me a break. Pull up Tinder. Lots of twinks on there. Lots of twinks flying for Emirates, too.

@W - You can hang out at the F or J lounge in DXB.

Thanks for the heads up lucky!! I ll check out the place next time I am in DXB.

I was commenting on his fascination with a company headquarter / office. "Dani," Statistically speaking, you're more likely to be in debt than I.

Pretty cool, I love it!

It is fascinating indeed. I have spent many a hours there soaking up the sights and sounds. Dubai airport activity really rivals just a few in the world, though in my opinion Schiphol is the real AV geek heaven.

I am glad you mentioned this "not so kept" secret of DXB 🙂 Though be aware , they do tell you from time to time not to take photographs from there.( Not that it ever stopped me)

Atif

@sunshine Weng don't be a debbie downer and stop hating yourself and others.
peace!

When I was stranded during the Delta operations meltdown back in April a friend took me over to the headquarters. They were definitely not as swanky. But it was fascinating to get a glimpse of what was happening during such a massive period of irregular operations. I totally understand how the energy is neat for a frequent traveler.

@CP In children's sizes unfortunately. Yes, I checked.

The famous Costa of 'Costa Brigade' fame - recently quoted as where the middle managers sapping money from Emirates hang out. Definitely going to pay a visit when I'm in Dubai later this year, thanks for the tip Lucky!

When ever I am there in Dubai, this is also my favourite spot to hangout, i take my VIP guests & groups to this place by using the Dubai Metro

@ben, firstly thanks for the great tip! I have a layover tomorrow from 7pm -1am. Do you know if the costa is open during these hours? Also, happy to meet for a coffee if you're in the area 🙂

is this near Terminal 1 or Terminal 3? Walkable?

@marcus

It is connected to T1 and T3 with the Metro Red Line. Barely a 2 minute ride.

@kq747

It is open in the evening.

Reminds me of the Squire at FRA - exciting place to hang out.

I'll have to check it out when I'm in Dubai this November! Thanks for the tip @Lucky

This is amazing! Next time i'm in town I'll HAVE to go! Thank you for this information!

Thanks for the tip.

Love the EK staff discount, so noted

When I lived in DXB I even got consistent EK staff discounts at MMI, the liqour store...apparently as a mid twenties western male that's what you're expected to do in life 😉

This post totally made my week! And you're right. There is a special energy about Dubai. I can't wait to have an airplane latte next time I'm in town. Thanks for posting this!

Thanks @AirlineKid. I feel ignorant as the only one who had a question of location!

Great tips for my next trip to/thru Dubai. As a coffee drinker, I have never been impressed with the quality of coffee in the middle east but that is to be expected as most are not coffee growing countries.

Thanks Lucky!

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Despite reading your blog for almost 2 years, this is the first time I really couldn't resist commenting.

Can't believe you visited my workplace, I had my lunch break 30mins later 🙁 Such a shame!!!
If you'd like we could grab a coffee next time, just give me some notice.

Cheers and keep up the good work!