A traveller's reflection: Afghan 02: Stop over of a long haul flight in Sharjah...

My Travel Journal

"There isn't much I haven't shared with you along the road and through it all there'd always be tomorrow's episode" - Elton John

I started traveling around the world since early 80s when I had the opportunity to combine business trips with vacations. Then later when my rezeki is in abundance, there were numerous other trips along the way for vacations, most of the time with hubby and the kids when the timing is right. I have also started to compile the journal and photo-pages covering almost more than 45 years of world wide travel. Some destinations I visited just once, others many times. Many of those places are the obvious famous places people would like to visit but some, the casual traveler doesn't even think to try. I have placed links to my travel at the side bar of my personal page, My Life Reflections, and will be updating them from time to time.

My wish is to continue my travel and complete circumnavigate the globe, insyaAllah…

Friday 18 October 2024

Afghan 02: Stop over of a long haul flight in Sharjah...

"Patience, persistence and perspiration make an unbeatable combination for success..." - Napoleon Hill

(Ibis Style Hotel, Sharjah)

Day 02: 05 October 24 (Saturday)
Route: KLIA / SHARJAH
Flight: G9801 KUL 1000 SHJ 1310 Air Arabia
Hotel: Ibis Style Hotel, Sharjah

The alarm woke us at 4.00 am. By 5.15 am we were already at KL Sentral departure hall and took the 5.20 am ERL to KLIA.

Arrived at KLIA in time for Subuh prayers. The seven of us gathered at the Departure Hall KLIA at 6.30 am for group check-in. There was a slight problem with hubby's ticket but the error was quickly rectified. There was ample time for the group to have breakfast at the food court.

By 9.30 am we boarded the Air Arabia plane to Sharjah which was supposed to depart at 10.00 am but delayed for 30 minutes. Pre-ordered chicken briyani meals were served for lunch on board.

(Sharjah International Airport)

(14-hour layover in Sharjah)

Arrived at Sharjah Airport around 2:00 pm. Transit in Sharjah was for 14 hours. Sharjah has been named the "Cultural Capital of the Arab World" by UNESCO, in recognition of its efforts to promote Arab culture and heritage. Sharjah is a popular destination for tourists, as it offers a mix of historical, cultural, and natural attractions. It is also a great place for shopping. We will be having a city tour in Sharjah on our return trip if time permitted.

(Collage of paintings at the hotel lobby)

In two taxis, we drove to Ibis Style Hotel and checked in and rested till mid-night. Dinner was tuna sandwich bought from the Subway restaurant located next to the hotel.