'I heard a massive bang and saw a huge flash with flames coming right up

BRITISH honeymooners were terrified as a missile strike hit the couple's Dubai beachfront hotel, sending flames shooting into the sky and blasting debris on to their balcony.

- BY ALLISTER HAGGER

Matthew McGinn, 42, was standing just 6ft from his window at the Fairmont Palm when a huge blast ripped through the luxury resort on Saturday, sparking panic among guests as missiles were intercepted overhead.

Footage taken from the couple's hotel room showed flames leaping up outside moments after the explosion as shocked guests scrambled for safety.