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?
From January 2026, Emirates will introduce refurbished Boeing 777s on flights to Beirut and Beijing, offering upgraded cabins and better connections. The airline has recently revealed free amenity kits for premium economy and economy class passengers on long-haul flights
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
Emirates' cargo arm has partnered with autonomous aircraft company LODD to test the use of advanced drones in Emirates' global delivery network; the two companies will study VTOL cargo tech after Hili's successful tests
Emirates' cargo arm has partnered with autonomous aircraft company LODD to test the use of advanced drones in Emirates' global delivery network; the two companies will study VTOL cargo tech after Hili's successful tests
The UAE-based airline giant has announced eight more Airbus A350-900 aircraft will join its fleet, following a new $3.4 billion investment; the aircraft feature Rolls-Royce Trent XWB 84 engines
Emirates' "little sister," Flydubai, announced that as early as next year, Elon Musk's satellite internet service will be offered on all of its aircraft, free of charge; the service will include streaming, video calls, and games
Flydubai has signed a memorandum of understanding to purchase 150 A321neo aircraft from European Airbus. The company has broken its exclusivity with the US manufacturer to date
Emirates has won three major awards at the ULTRAs 2025 ceremony held during the Dubai Airshow, including "Best Airline in the World" for the eighth consecutive year. Company chairman president won the Lifetime Achievement Award
Airbus heads to Dubai from November 17-21 to showcase its latest aircraft, sustainable tech, and defense solutions under the theme “The Future is Here”
Starting December 1, 2025, Emirates will increase weekly frequencies on the Dubai–Cairo route, turning Cairo into the most served city on the airline's Africa network
Dubai has launched a 100% rebate on municipality fees and Tourism Dirham for two years to attract hotel investments in emerging areas
Dubai launches Founders HQ under the D33 Program, aiming to create 30 unicorns, support 400 SMEs, and position Dubai as a global innovation hub
Emirates' new luxury training center in Dubai will teach the 'Art of Service' to 25,000 flight attendants, from four-course gourmet meals in a mock airplane kitchen to communication skills
