Dubai Attractions

The 2025 OAG rankings continue to place Atlanta Airport in first place, with Dubai second and Tokyo third. Istanbul and Denver show strong growth compared to 2019

Emirates' new route will be the only year-round direct connection between Finland and the UAE and will be operated on an A350 aircraft with Premium Economy class

Hundreds of thousands of passengers per day and unprecedented traffic volumes are placing Dubai Airport at its busiest period in its history, requiring extensive operational preparedness to maintain continuity and safety during the peak period

Biometric tourism is expanding: Dubai's Department of Economy and Tourism has developed hotel check-in technology that allows guests to bypass the front desk and unlock their rooms with a smartphone. Are digital car rentals coming next?

Ciel Dubai Marina, a Vignette Collection by IHG, has officially opened in Dubai, becoming the world's tallest hotel; the 377-meter hotel features an 82-story tower that sets a new standard in global luxury tourism

flydubai launches direct route to Riga with three weekly flights, connecting the Gulf to the Baltic nation for the first time. This move is part of the airline's European expansion, now covering 35 destinations in 20 countries

The UAE aviation giant Emirates will operate the next-generation aircraft on the Montreal-Dubai route starting in February, with a premium economy class for the first time in Canada

The Meydan Hotel will reopen in 2026, featuring upgraded suites, social spaces, and dining venues; the property will turn into a top choice for leisure and business travelers alike

Dubai Shopping Festival will take place from December 5, 2025, to January 11, 2026, and will feature drone shows, fireworks, night events, an open design market, and cultural events for the whole family

A HAL-Tejas fighter aircraft crashed in front of crowds at the Dubai Air Show, during a flight demonstration. The Indian Air Force mourns the pilot, who lost his life, and an inquest will follow. It is still unclear what caused the crash