Dubai

Air Arabia marked its new Sharjah to Rome route with a five-meter tiramisu at Dubai Mall and gave visitors a chance to win flights to Italy

flydubai will restart flights to Budapest on July 31, initially operating three times weekly before increasing to daily service in October

UAE residents can unlock benefits worth more than AED3,000 ($816) through Dubai's new "A Dubai Invite" tourism campaign

Airports Council International has published the final list of the world's busiest airports. Can you guess the top 3?

Emirates launches its seasonal strawberry menu on flights between Dubai and the UK, featuring fresh desserts and locally sourced British flavors

The dramatic milestone brings the UAE's futuristic transport vision closer to reality. The new terminal is located adjacent to Dubai Airport and will serve 170,000 passengers a year

Emirates will deploy its flagship Airbus A380 on the Dubai–Delhi route from October 25, making Delhi its third A380 destination in India

Emirates Skywards is giving members the chance to win a share of 5 million Skywards Miles during Dubai Summer Surprises through shopping and travel

Emirates has been awarded the Platinum Impact Seal for 2025–2027 in a second consecutive cycle for its outstanding results and initiatives

Emirates is boosting capacity to Phuket with a third daily flight from Dubai, operated by its Airbus A350 featuring Premium Economy

Starting in September 2026, the UAE airline will operate two daily flights to DMK Airport in Bangkok, marking its fourth destination in Aoutheast Asia

AirAsia X will connect Kuala Lumpur, Bahrain, and London Gatwick from June 26, 2026, making Bahrain its first strategic hub outside Asia. The launch will deepen international collaborations and position the Kingdom as a developing gateway between Asia, the Middle East, and Europe

Scandinavian airline SAS is adding Dubai, Phuket, and Krabi flights for winter 2026-27, marking its return to the UAE after 15 years. The airline's flagship fleet will also be strengthened with two of the most advanced aircraft in the world

The wide-body aircraft will fly to Dubai on a daily basis, in what is considered a strategic move by the company to increase market share on the popular route. The switch from the Boeing 777-300ER will trigger a seat 78% increase

Ongoing sports investment: The leading UAE airline is strengthening its presence at the prestigious golf tournament held this month in Dubai, with $9 million as prize money. Last week, the company unveiled its "tennis plane" that bears the Grand Slam's logos

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

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

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