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UAE travellers seek new destinations this summer

Skyscanner data shows 86% of UAE travellers want to explore less familiar destinations

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UAE travellers are increasingly looking beyond traditional holiday hotspots, with 86% saying they are interested in exploring new or less familiar destinations, according to Skyscanner research.

Emirates adds new travel cover for disrupted trips

New policy includes up to $25,000 conflict medical cover, disruption support

Dubai airline says it is the first airline in the world to offer this level of comprehensive travel cover.

Can US-Iran ceasefire trigger rebound for UAE travel?

Emirates, Etihad, flydubai, Air Arabia have been restoring networks after the war

Industry leaders believe the ceasefire will not immediately erase the impact of the conflict, but it could mark the beginning of a gradual recovery — restoring confidence in the UAE as one of the world’s most important aviation hubs ahead of the summer travel rush.

Oman Air adds new summer route for UAE travellers

New Oman Air service starts in July, connecting Dubai with Oman’s Khareef season

The carrier’s new Dubai-Salalah route adds another direct connection between the UAE and Oman’s Dhofar region, ahead of what is expected to be another busy Khareef season.

Kuwait Terminal 4 resumes select international flights

Passengers urged to confirm schedules as flights gradually restart

Move aims to ensure safe, efficient operations for returning airlines

Planning UAE-Oman travel? Sharjah bus schedule changes

Plan your trip: Sharjah-Muscats Route 203 buses now on new schedule

Updated schedule from Al Jubail Station enhances UAE–Oman bus connectivity

Planning Thailand trip? New Air India–THAI routes open

Air India–Thai Airways pact expands routes across Asia, Europe, North America

Air India–THAI partnership set to boost India–Thailand travel plans

Middle East airlines face $4.3 b loss in 2026: IATA

IATA says Gulf carriers face operational turmoil as jet fuel prices soar 70%

Despite the bleak forecast, demand for flying remains strong. Passenger numbers are expected to reach 5.1 billion in 2026 (up 2.4 per cent on 2025).

IATA warns Europe airport chaos may worsen

IATA says Europe’s new border checks could trigger 6-hour airport queues this summer

Passengers queue at immigration counters at Warsaw International Airport amid ongoing disruption linked to the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES), which has triggered long delays at several European airports.

Air Arabia updates international flights from UAE hubs

Air Arabia resumes limited UAE flights across Asia, Europe, Middle East and Africa

Selective routes restart from Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and RAK with phased global rollout

Emirates warns travellers as UAE restricts visas, entry

New UAE rules suspend visas, tighten entry for travellers linked to Ebola-hit states

UAE bars recent visitors from three African nations amid Ebola precautions

UAE, Indian airlines are cutting flights this summer

IndiGo, Air India, Emirates, Lufthansa among global carriers to cut flights as costs surge

Travellers move through Washington Dulles International Airport on May 22, 2026, in Dulles. Image used for illustrative purposes.

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