The UAE’s tourism sector reached $70.1bn GDP contribution in 2024, with record visitor spending and hotel revenues, reinforcing its global leadership
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Next UAE holiday dates, Emirates ID update, Dubai tourism boom and real estate tax analysis – 10 things you missed this week
Catch up on the UAE’s biggest news this week — from new holidays and Emirates ID updates to Dubai tourism growth, real estate tax analysis and more
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UAE tourism surges as hotels generate $7.1bn in first half of 2025
UAE hotel revenues hit AED26bn ($7.1bn) in H1 2025 with occupancy at 80.5 per cent, boosting the nation’s Tourism Strategy 2031 goals
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UAE tourism hits $70bn as AI and smart tech transform hospitality
UAE tourism sector grows to $70bn as AI, smart tech and sustainable innovations reshape hospitality and boost visitor experience
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UAE tourism hits record $70bn in 2024, ranks among world’s top 7 for visitor spending
UAE tourism sector hits $70bn in 2024, ranked among world’s top 7 for international spending
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UAE sets $697bn Islamic bank target and aims for Halal export boost; Cabinet reviews tourism sector amid $122.5bn goal
UAE Cabinet meeting reviews Islamic finance, tourism and Hajj strategies
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Revealed: Wynn Al Marjan unveils first look inside resort guest rooms
UAE’s first integrated gaming resort will feature rooms designed with a distinctive entry vestibule separating the sleeping quarters from the corridor
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UAE casino: Wynn Al Marjan jobs live ahead of 2027 opening
The roles span across various disciplines, from food and beverage and hotel operations to entertainment and wellness
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UAE tourism sector eyes more growth as experts target untapped potential
UAE hotel occupancy reached 78% in 2024, driving revenues to AED45 billion and reflecting strong demand and expanding investment opportunities
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UAE tourism revenues reach $12.2bn in 2024 as hotel guest numbers grow 9.5%
Hotel occupancy rates rose to 78 percent, placing the UAE among the highest globally and regionally
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UAE hotel revenue up to $10.1bn from January to October last year
The UAE is targeting $122.5bn in GDP from tourism activity by 2031
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UAE winter tourism campaign ends with hotel revenues 87% up at $517m
World’s Coolest Winter campaign in the UAE sees massive increase in tourism and global awareness
Ras Al Khaimah
UAE Casino: Wynn Al Marjan announces major $2.4bn construction funding; updates reveal progress on 1,542-room hotel
Wynn Resorts has shared major construction and finance updates on the Al Marjan Island hotel in Ras Al Khaimah, UAE
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Ras Al Khaimah breaks tourism record with 1.28m overnight visitors last year
Ras Al Khaimah sees 12 per cent growth in tourism revenues
