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Cebu Pacific offers Dh8 flights from Dubai to Manila

Travellers can book low fares from August 7-10 for travel between February and June 2026

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The promotional fares apply to flights between 1 February and 30 June 2026, ideal for those planning a tropical holiday in advance.

Dubai welcomes 9.88m visitors in first half of 2025

Tourism growth reflects Dubai’s vision to rank among world’s top three destinations

With its strategic location, exceptional connectivity, and world-class infrastructure, Dubai continues to solidify its position as a preferred global travel destination.

The quick decisions that helped DXB during '12-day war'

Dubai Airports CEO reveals how the AOCC, DXB’s nerve centre, managed situation

Dubai Airport's Airport Operations Control Centre not only accommodates airport staff, but also representatives from DXB, Emirates, dnata, Dubai Police, Dubai Roads and Transport Authority, Dubai Corporation for Ambulance Services, Dubai Customs and GDRFA-Dubai, among others.

DXB trials AI for faster security, baggage screening

DXB pilots advanced baggage screening to enhance passenger experience

Baggage handling area at Terminal 2 of Dubai International Airport.

Faster checks as Dubai Airports to relax baggage rules

Dubai Airports is trailing tech that will make security checks even quicker

The current trials of the new security machinery have been "very successful," Griffiths told Gulf News.

US tightens visa rules again: More queues, interviews

New US rules mean fewer visa interview waivers—kids and seniors may also now need one

New US visa rules has been disrupting Indian students’ travel and work plans since February.

Air Arabia launches mega sale: Flights from Dh140

Save big on your next journey with exclusive one-way fares to popular destinations

Air Arabia Abu Dhabi currently operates a fleet of 12 modern Airbus A320 aircraft.

Emirates adds retrofitted Boeing 777 to Madrid

Madrid becomes first Spanish city to get Emirates’ upgraded Premium Economy cabin

Emirates adds retrofitted Boeing 777 to Madrid route from September 16

Travel to Europe from Georgia? Visa rules to change

UAE travellers may not be impacted directly, but can still benefit in surprising ways

Tblisi is a popular weekend destination from the UAE owing to low costs of travel and a complete change of scenery.

EU speeds up Schengen visas with new check system

India, Turkey, Indonesia now part of relaxed Schengen visa rules – with more to follow

The European Union has started rolling out a new visa “cascade” system, which rewards travellers with a clean visa history by granting them long-term, multiple-entry Schengen visas.

Luxury staycation deals fuel UAE tourism boom

Residents are taking advantage of great deals on luxury hotels across the UAE

UAE luxury staycation deals fuel domestic tourism boom; 25-30% off at Atlantis Palm Jumeirah, Burj Al Arab

Emirates flights to Tehran resume from July 18

Emirates to restart daily flights to Tehran; flydubai bookings also accepted

Travellers are advised to check their flight status on the Emirates website prior to departure to ensure they have the most up-to-date schedule information.

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