Former Geordie Shore star Sam Gowland has revealed he has been able to leave Dubai amidst the ongoing conflict after three previous flights had been cancelled
Sam Gowland has left Dubai
A former Geordie Shore star has revealed he has managed to escape Dubai amid the ongoing conflict. Sam Gowland, 30, shares time between the UAE and Bali, but found himself stuck in Dubai as missile attacks were launched.
But he has now confirmed he has been able to leave the area and sent a message to the UAE government as he did so. After keeping his followers updated on his situation, including three cancelled flights, the reality TV star turned property developer shared a snap of himself onboard a plane to Mauritius.
Sharing a clip of himself in what appeared to be first class, Sam wrote: “And we’re on!! Dubai – Mauritius. Massive, massive thanks to the UAE government for protecting us & continuing to do so.” He gushed: “Absolutely incredible job they are doing as they always are.” He appeared to be enjoying a coffee as he relaxed in style.
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Sam shared a video from onboard the plane
He travelled in style
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He had earlier hit out at those criticising him for heading to the airport in the first place. As he sat in the departure lounge sipping a cold drink, Sam smiled. He captioned the clip: “For everyone saying there’s no flights out of Dubai and laughing at me…
“I’ve got through check in & I’m in the lounge waiting to board… Don’t wanna get to [sic] excited to [sic] soon but I think I might be onto somet [sic]!! Will know in the next 30 mins !!”
He follows thousands of other expats streaming for the exit in a bid to remain safe. Another Love Island alum, Laura Anderson, had also been updating her followers on Wednesday.
She had been in Dubai visiting her sister with her daughter Bonnie when the attacks began. She was in tears as she left with her tot, who is two and a half years old.
Sharing a snap from the aircraft on Instagram, Laura revealed both the airport and the plane were quiet as she too thanked the UAE government for looking after her. She captioned her upload: “The airport was quiet as expected. People were so helpful, I felt a bit teary. Everyone on board is very quiet. I assume on edge like me.”
Insisting that, despite previously sharing her concerns, she was feeling positive, she went on: “My dad’s favourite song just came on so I’m feeling positive.
“Thank you to the UAE government for protecting us and for continuing to protect my friends and family. I will always be proud to have been an ex-pat.”
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