RateGain, an AI travel SaaS provider, reports Dubai hotel demand is recovering after a sharp March–May decline. Levels have risen from 7%–14% and are expected to stabilise, reaching 20%–30% of pre-disruption demand by summer.
Dubai is hosting the Dubai Esports & Games Festival (DEF) 2026 from May 22 to June 7, positioning gaming as fast-growing industry and a platform for developing real-world skills.
UAE-based Elevate World will host a virtual tourism summit from June 2-4, 2026, bringing together over 250 global industry leaders, hotels, travel agents and tour operators, with Dubai serving as the event hub for participating partners.
Rechitta, a new intelligent communication platform for the real estate market that enables real-time, multilingual engagement powered by verified developer data, has been launched in Dubai.
Aldar, a leading developer, has announced the sell-out of Al Ghadeer Gardens, a community of 437 townhouses and villas within the growth corridor between Abu Dhabi and Dubai, generating more than AED1 billion ($272.3 million) in sales.
Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA) has confirmed that there will be no increase in school fees for private schools in the emirate for the 2026-27 academic year.
Dubai budget carrier flydubai have announced the launch of a new interline agreement, designed to enhance international connectivity and provide passengers with seamless access to an expanded network of destinations across Africa, Asia, the Middle East and the GCC.
Dubai has approved a second package of economic incentives valued at AED1.5 billion ($408.44 billion). The package spans a range of sectors, including government fees and services, tourism, trade and logistics, real estate, construction, education, and arts and cultural activities.
RX has announced that Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026 will now take place from September 14–17 2026 at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), following extensive consultation with exhibitors and industry stakeholders.
Cvent released its 2026 MEA rankings, highlighting strong demand for in-person events despite geopolitical uncertainty. Dubai leads destinations, followed by Istanbul and Abu Dhabi, while JW Marriott Marquis Dubai tops the hotel rankings, reinforcing the city’s MICE leadership.
