UAE Travel News

Thirteen airlines have suspended Dubai flights due to regional tensions, with some carriers extending cancellations through October 2026. Check your booking.

Dubai has widened its freelance permit scheme to cover dozens more technology and creative categories. Here is who qualifies and how to apply.

Singapore Airlines, Air France, British Airways and Air Canada have extended their UAE flight suspensions to October 2026 as Middle East tensions continue.

The UAE has extended its 14-day visit permit scheme to South Africa, Thailand, Indonesia, the Philippines, Kenya, and Vietnam, effective from July 1, 2026.

Iran fired missiles at the UAE on 12 July, triggering a shelter-in-place alert. Airports are open; the US Embassy issued a security alert 13 July.

At 1,934m, Jebel Jais in Ras al Khaimah runs 10–12°C cooler than Dubai in summer — plus the world's longest zipline and new hiking trails opening in 2026.

Etihad Rail launched its first UAE passenger train service on June 30, connecting Abu Dhabi and Fujairah in 1h45min, with fares starting from AED 55.

flydubai, Emirates, and Akasa Air suspended 22 flights with 178 delays across UAE airports on 9 July as Middle East airspace instability intensified.

Dubai Summer Surprises launched on 3 July 2026 with deals, events, and entertainment across the emirate. Our guide to making the most of it.

UAE's visa amnesty for overstayers stranded during the February airspace closure expires 9 July 2026. Regularise your status or leave penalty-free now.

The UK FCDO lifted its UAE travel advisory on 18 June 2026 after the US-Iran peace deal. Dubai airports, hotels and restaurants are operating normally.

Etihad Airways and Abu Dhabi's tourism authority are offering eligible visitors complimentary 15-day medical cover from July to December 2026.

Six Senses The Palm Dubai opened on Palm Jumeirah's West Crescent, bringing 61 suites, a 60,000 sq ft spa and the ROKA restaurant to Dubai.

UK FCDO lifted its UAE travel advisory on 18 June 2026 after the US–Iran peace deal. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic flights remain suspended.

Australia's Smartraveller lowered its UAE travel advice from Level 4 (Do Not Travel) to Level 3 on 17 June 2026. Travel insurance is now available.

Riyadh Air launched daily Boeing 787-9 service between Dubai and Riyadh from 18 June 2026, with four cabin classes and fares from $295 return.

British Airways, Cathay Pacific and 14 more airlines suspended Dubai routes into summer 2026 amid Middle East conflict. Verify flight status before travel.

The FIFA World Cup 2026 runs 11 June to 19 July. Dubai has a major fan zone, busier airports, and extra Emirates and Etihad flights to North America.

UAE suspended new visas for DRC, Uganda and South Sudan nationals from 6 June 2026 over Ebola. Existing residents and transit passengers are unaffected.

From 1 June 2026, Dubai adds 5% VAT to parking and Salik tolls, removes the visa overstay grace period, and introduces new beach rules. What changed.