Travel & Aviation
6 articlesGuides help travellers navigate terminals, transfers, stays and first-time visits, while reporting tracks operational changes, delays and tourism patterns. The focus is on timing, access, booking choices, disruption and the decisions facing visitors, transit passengers and Dubai residents travelling abroad.
Dubai International Airport leads surge in direct flights to Germany in 2026
Dubai International Airport will handle the majority of 1335 scheduled direct flights between the UAE and Germany in Q3 2026, with over 324000 seats offered. Expanded routes and new airline partnerships are set to transform travel and tourism flows between the two countries.
GCC targets unified tourism investment to boost regional competitiveness
GCC Secretary General Jassim Mohammed Al Budaiwi has revealed a coordinated push to transform the Gulf into a single, interconnected tourism investment hub, aiming to attract global capital and outpace international rivals. Dubai hosted the high-level announcement.
Egyptian travel firms gain access to shared stand at ATM Dubai and WTM London
Egyptian travel companies can now reserve the official chamber stand at ATM Dubai 2026 and WTM London 2026, enabling direct business meetings with international firms. The initiative targets companies without their own booths, with hourly slots and a €100 fee per use.
Booking Early Secures Lower Airfares for Dubai Travellers During Peak Seasons
Dubai travel experts warn that waiting until the last weeks before peak holiday periods almost guarantees higher airfares and limited seat options. Booking flights two to four months in advance is now essential for securing the best prices and availability.
Ajman launches tourism growth incentives targeting Indian travel sector
Ajman's Department of Tourism, Culture and Media has introduced the Sharik Ajman growth incentives programme during a promotional tour across Mumbai, Chennai and Hyderabad, seeking to convert Indian travel partnerships into measurable visitor growth for the emirate.
Direct flights to connect Bushehr and Dubai from September
A new direct air route between Bushehr and Dubai will begin operating from 11 September, offering a weekly Friday flight. The move opens up fresh travel options for residents and businesses, with potential for more frequent service if demand rises.