Travel with purpose and currency fluctuation have an impact on holiday spending, according to Mastercard research
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Arabian Travel Market
Middle East business travel spending set for 6.1% growth in 2025, say experts at Arabian Travel Market
The Middle East accounts for 1.2% of global business travel spending and has performed better than any other region post-COVID, according to the 2024 GBTA Business Travel Index Outlook report
Airfares
TikTok-trending destinations see over 40% search increase, Expedia reports
Expedia’s TikTok-driven travel guide reveals top 2025 destinations with insider tips and deals
Artificial intelligence
AI to accelerate visa processing in UAE amidst massive surge in travel demand
AI-driven platforms are transforming visa applications in the UAE, streamlining processes amid soaring demand for Schengen, US, and Asia-bound travel
Eid Al Fitr
UAE sees record surge in flight bookings, fuelled by Eid Al Fitr, spring break rush
Industry players report a 65% jump in overall bookings compared to the previous Eid period, which is expected to go up significantly higher this week as the festival date closes
travel destinations
UAE travel searches follow award-nominated films, says new Expedia report
The travel company has documented significant increases in interest to locations that have appeared on screen
travel destinations
UAE outbound travel trends for festive season revealed
The most popular departure dates fall between December 14 and 18, as travellers opt to extend their holiday breaks for maximum enjoyment
Skyscanner
UAE travellers to spend more on vacation this year, trends revealed: Skyscanner
The desire for travel remains strong among UAE residents, with 71 percent planning to increase their vacation spending in the coming year
Expedia
Expedia reveals top 2025 travel trends for UAE and global tourists
The platform’s destinations of the year are near popular hotspots, making them ideal day trips while also being attractive as main attractions
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Travel trends: Top destinations for GCC travellers revealed as cost of flights increase 11% in a year
Wego research identifies most popular destinations for GCC travellers during winter
Saudi Arabia
Travel trends: UAE, Saudi travellers embrace ‘Slow’, ‘Solo’ holidays amidst shift towards longer stays
According to a survey, a significant number of travellers from the UAE and Saudi Arabia have already embarked on slow holidays
Abu Dhabi
Private islands, personal concierges: Maldives luxury resorts see 60% Gulf tourist surge on year-round VIP demand
Maldives luxury resorts beat seasonal fluctuations by targeting wealthy tourists from Saudi Arabia and the UAE with tailored experiences
Saudi Tourism
Saudi travel trends: Flight increases, average spends, top destinations revealed
Saudi travellers booked more flights, spent more money and went to destinations around the world this summer, according to Wego research
Summer
UAE summer 2024: Flight tickets under AED1,000 from Dubai
Here is all you need to know about budget friendly round-trip tickets to destinations including including India, Kuwait, Pakistan, Saudi and Oman
Airlines
UAE summer 2024: Emirates, SalamAir, Air Arabia offers for maximum savings on flight tickets
Here are all the airline offers in the UAE and GCC to know about
Maldives
Review: The Ozen Collection – Where Maldivian luxury meets sustainable paradise
What The Ozen Collection offers is not just luxury accommodations, but a gateway to experiencing the Maldives in all its multifaceted glory
schengen visa
Schengen Visa delays: UAE travel experts warn residents to apply in advance as delays mount due to high demand
Travel experts advise UAE residents applying for Schengen Visas to allow 6 months as demand is high since two years, causing delays in processing