Layover

For years, Dubai was just a glittering airport I shuffled through half asleep on the way to Europe. I would buy a coffee, stare at the duty-free gold shop and get back on another plane. Then, on a trip to Portugal, I noticed that adding a two-night stopover cost almost nothing extra. So I took the plunge, and it turned a long, painful journey into one of my favorite mini holidays. If you are flying between Asia and Europe, there is a good chance you will pass through Dubai International Airport (DXB). Here is exactly how I spent 48 hours in…