Air traffic operations return to 'normal' across UAE airspace: GCAA
Tue, 17 Mar 2026
The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) announced that air navigation has returned to normal across the UAE’s airspace, following the stabilisation of the situation and the lifting of the temporary precautionary measures that had been implemented.
UAE airports serve 1.4m passengers from March 1 to 12, airline ops reach 44.6%
Sat, 14 Mar 2026
More than 1.4 million passengers used UAE airports between March 1–12, according to the UAE GCAA. National carriers are restoring operations, reaching 44.6% of overall activity compared with operational levels before the current regional tensions.
UAE residents choose Eid staycations as hotel searches surge: Wego
Thu, 12 Mar 2026
Wego reports more UAE residents choosing Eid Al-Fitr staycations, with rising searches for luxury hotels, beachfront resorts, and wellness retreats across Dubai and other UAE destinations as overseas travel becomes more selective.
EgyptAir gradually resumes flights to UAE after regional tensions
Tue, 10 Mar 2026
EgyptAir will gradually resume flights to the UAE, operating two daily flights to Dubai and one to Sharjah. From March 10, the airline will also run one daily flight to Abu Dhabi.
Air India, Air India Express maintain Jeddah–Muscat flights; add UAE services
Sun, 08 Mar 2026
Air India and Air India Express continue scheduled flights to Jeddah and Muscat as Saudi and Omani airspace remain open. Due to wider West Asia restrictions, both airlines added March 8 non-scheduled flights, including extra services between Delhi, Mumbai and Dubai, and 30 additional India–UAE flights.
UAE tourism operations remain safe, ongoing despite regional events
Sun, 08 Mar 2026
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism confirmed that, despite regional developments, hotels, resorts, landmarks, and shopping centers remain open, operating under regulatory guidelines with continuous monitoring and strict adherence to safety and quality standards.
UAE Federal Authority waives off overstay fines for stranded passengers
Thu, 05 Mar 2026
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security has decided to exempt individuals who were unable to travel from fines for delayed departures due to exceptional circumstances currently affecting the region, which led to the closure of airspace and the temporary suspension of a number of flights.
ICP facilitates 30,913 travellers amid UAE flight suspensions
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
The Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Ports Security (ICP) has affirmed the readiness of its teams and systems to address crises and emergencies in light of the current developments that have led to the temporary suspension of flights as a precautionary measure.
Little relief for stranded passengers as Gulf airspace closures continue
Tue, 03 Mar 2026
There was little relief for thousands of stranded passengers across the Gulf on Tuesday as sweeping airspace closures and mass flight cancellations continued to paralyse one of the world’s busiest aviation corridors.
UAE 's Emerging Travel Group nets record revenue for FY 2025
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
UAE-based Emerging Travel Group (ETG) has registered solid results for FY 2025 with its gross transaction value hitting $4.8 billion, up 30% over the previous year. The main driver of this growth was the company's flagship B2B platform, RateHawk, which celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.
UAE allows 'exceptional' flights for stranded passengers to leave
Mon, 02 Mar 2026
The UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) has announced the commencement of exceptional flight operations at UAE airports, enabling stranded passengers affected by recent regional developments to depart, in line with the schedules to be announced by airlines to affected passengers and the relevant destinations.
Tourism365 to showcase offerings at ITB Berlin
Sat, 28 Feb 2026
Tourism365, the tourism arm of the Adnec Group, will highlight its exceptional tourism services and bespoke travel solutions tailored for inbound travellers to Abu Dhabi and the UAE at ITB Berlin, the world’s leading tourism trade show.
Revealed: MOON Smart City masterplan, UAE among possible locations
Thu, 19 Feb 2026
Moon World Resorts, a Canadian-based design studio, has announced the debut of MOON’s revolutionary Smart City masterplan. The masterplan combines a unique integrated destination resort, luxury living, authentic space tourism, wellness + longevity and environmental innovation.
Staycations lead UAE Ramadan travel plans: Wego
Tue, 17 Feb 2026
Wego reports that UAE residents are favouring staycations, cultural experiences and spiritually focused city breaks during Ramadan 2026. As the holy month approaches, travellers are planning shorter, experience-led trips, with increased domestic travel and selective short-haul journeys to culturally resonant destinations.
Ministry of Culture adds five UAE sites to ICESCO Islamic Heritage list
Mon, 16 Feb 2026
The UAE Ministry of Culture announced the inscription of five national heritage sites on ICESCO’s Islamic World Tangible Heritage List during the 13th Islamic World Heritage Committee meeting in Uzbekistan. The sites include Saruq Al Hadid in Dubai and four locations in Sharjah: Al Faya, Khorfakkan’s historic towers and forts, Al Nahwa, and Wadi Al Helo.
UAE solidifies global leadership in aviation, tourism in 2025
Sun, 15 Feb 2026
In 2025, the UAE aviation sector hit record milestones, with DXB handling 95.2 million passengers, Abu Dhabi Airports over 33 million, and Sharjah 19.48 million. Ras Al Khaimah surpassed one million passengers. Expanded connectivity, cargo growth, and technological upgrades reinforced the UAE’s global aviation and logistics leadership.
UAE signs deal to launch phase four of airspace restructuring project
Thu, 12 Feb 2026
UAE’s civil aviation and defence ministries have signed an agreement for the implementation of Phase IV of the country’s Airspace Restructuring Project, that will focus on upgrading air traffic management systems and boosting air route capacity while supporting planned expansions by airports and national carriers.
Premier Inn signs MoU to develop up to eight hotels in Mideast
Thu, 12 Feb 2026
Premier Inn Middle East has signed an MoU with Equitativa Real Estate to develop six to eight hotels, adding 3,500 keys across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The AED 2 billion ($545 million) investment will double Premier Inn’s current portfolio of 3,184 keys.
UAE hospitality sector caps strong 2025 on tourism boom
Mon, 09 Feb 2026
The UAE’s hospitality sector ended 2025 on a high note delivering outstanding results, buoyed by strong tourism inflows across all major markets, said an industry expert. Dubai welcomed 17.5 million international visitors in the first 11 months, while Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah also recorded year‑on‑year growth in visitation.
UAE Economy & Tourism Ministry honours 11 entities for supporting Emirati SMEs
Mon, 09 Feb 2026
The UAE Ministry of Economy and Tourism honoured 11 federal entities and national companies at the second National Forum for SMEs – Government Procurement for supporting Emirati SMEs and facilitating their access to government contracts and tenders in 2025.
Algeria moves to cancel air services agreement with UAE
Sun, 08 Feb 2026
Algeria has initiated the necessary procedures for the termination of the air services agreement between Algeria and the United Arab Emirates, an Algerian News Agency report said.