747m rides in Dubai public transport, AI impact on travel growing
Mon, 30 Mar 2026
Dubai’s public transport, shared mobility, and taxis carried 747.1 million riders in 2024, averaging over 2 million trips per day, according to a new report.
Dubai's Airport Show postponed to October
Thu, 26 Mar 2026
Leading events organiser RX has confirmed that the 2026 edition of Airport Show co-located with Global Airport Leaders’ Forum and Women In Aviation Middle East Conference, originally scheduled to take place from May 12 to 14 at Dubai World Trade Centre, will now take place from October 12-14, with the venue remaining unchanged.
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah launches wellness experiences for Dubai Residents
Thu, 26 Mar 2026
Marriott Resort Palm Jumeirah is introducing two wellness-focused offerings to help Dubai residents relax, recharge, and prioritise self-care, available until 30 September 2026.
T-REX Glamping to offer themed overnight stays over Eid Al Fitr break
Thu, 19 Mar 2026
Families can celebrate Eid Al Fitr with a unique staycation at T-REX Glamping, a dinosaur-themed experience running March 19–22, featuring premium tents, complimentary breakfast at T-Rex Adventure Café, and daily outdoor entertainment.
Dubai Culture celebrates Eid with immersive heritage experiences
Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) is marking Eid Al-Fitr with a programme of activities across Etihad Museum and Al Shindagha Museum, celebrating the holiday and its cherished traditions.
Accor CEO visits Dubai, vows commitment to region, staff
Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Dubai's Crown Prince HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum this week received Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of Accor Group, one of the world’s leading hospitality and hotel management companies.
Dubai Airports CEO says: 'We will not stop, expansion plans stay unchanged'
Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Dubai Airports will press ahead with expansion plans despite aviation disruption caused by the regional conflict with Iran, with Chief Executive Paul Griffiths saying the emirate’s long-term strategy to strengthen its position in global aviation remains firmly on track.
Luxury drives Dubai hotel boom as inventory hits 158,700 rooms: report
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
Dubai’s hotel inventory reached 158,700 rooms across 770 properties in 2025, with nearly 70% high-end, according to Cavendish Maxwell. Supply grew 2.2%, with 3,400 new rooms and further expansion planned.
Gulf tourism faces short-term losses, but recovery will be quick
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
The Gulf’s tourism sector is expected to take a significant short-term hit as regional conflict disrupts air travel, weakens traveller confidence and forces widespread flight cancellations, but analysts say regional markets retain the financial strength and infrastructure needed for recovery once hostilities ease.
Air India, Air India Express boosts West Asia ops with 58 more flights
Wed, 11 Mar 2026
Air India and Air India Express will together be operating a total of 58 scheduled and non-scheduled flights to and from West Asia on March 12. These airlines will operate a non-scheduled round flight each to Riyadh in Saudi Arabia from Mumbai and Kozhikode, respectively.
Cyprus Airways resumes Dubai - Larnaca flights
Wed, 11 Mar 2026
Cyprus Airways has announced the resumption of its flights between Dubai and Larnaca starting March 11, restoring a key connection between the UAE and Cyprus and offering travellers convenient access to one of the Mediterranean’s most attractive destinations.
AKCEL Holding launches $272m plan to develop golf venues in UAE
Wed, 11 Mar 2026
AKCEL Holding, a Dubai-based diversified conglomerate, has signed a strategic development agreement with XRange Golf Entertainment to develop a network of next-generation golf entertainment venues across the UAE, in a project valued at more than AED1 billion ($272.2 million).
Dubai issues new public safety law to support tourism, sustainable growth
Sun, 08 Mar 2026
Dubai's ruler has issued a new law aimed at establishing a clear legislative framework to ensure high safety standards for individuals and property. Effective June 1, the new law also aims to strengthen safety standards at venues and events in support of Dubai’s tourism and leisure sectors.
Etihad, Emirates slowly resume limited operations
Fri, 06 Mar 2026
Flight operations at the UAE’s major airports are beginning to regain cautious momentum as regional airspace gradually reopens, allowing carriers to restart limited services after days of disruption triggered by the escalating conflict in the Gulf.
Emirates, Flydubai resume ops with reduced schedule
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
Dubai-based Emirates and flydubai have said with the limited re‑opening of airspace, the airlines are operating a reduced flight schedule from Dubai until further notice.
Travel chaos continues in Gulf as stranded passengers scramble for limited flights
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
Travel disruption across the Gulf region has entered its fifth day, with thousands of passengers still stranded and airlines operating only limited flights out of major hubs like Dubai and Abu Dhabi amid continued regional conflict and widespread airspace closures.
Dubai real estate firms, others offer free stays for stranded passengers
Wed, 04 Mar 2026
Private developers, holiday home operators and sections of the hospitality industry in Dubai are expanding free accommodation offers to stranded passengers as flight cancellations and regional airspace closures continue to disrupt travel across the Gulf.
Abu Dhabi, Dubai ask hotels to extend stay of stranded guests
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
In a swift intervention to support travellers caught in the fallout of regional airspace disruptions, authorities in the UAE have moved to ensure that stranded visitors are not left without accommodation — or with unexpected bills.
Dubai airport concourse suffers minor damage, four staff hurt
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
Dubai Airports yesterday confirmed that a concourse at Dubai International (DXB) sustained minor damage in an incident, which was quickly contained.
Emirates, Qatar Airways operations stay suspended
Sun, 01 Mar 2026
Emirates and Qatar Airways as well as low-cost carrier Air India Express have announced suspension of flights due to regional airspace closures following retaliatory strikes by Iran on US bases in the Gulf, residential districts and other facilities.
Etihad Rail reveals how passenger experience will be on network
Wed, 25 Feb 2026
Etihad Rail has now revealed new details on what passengers can expect when the UAE’s national passenger rail network starts services later this year.