A report by the World Travel and Tourism Council predicts that the UAE’s tourism sector will contribute AED 236 billion to the national economy by the end of 2024
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Revealed: UAE’s tourism sector predicted to see a massive surge; to drive $100bn contribution to economy
UAE’s visa reforms and relaxed entry requirements make it easier for tourists from various countries to visit, encouraging more spontaneous travel and tourism
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e& UAE introduces free 10GB sim for tourists
e& UAE to offer visitors free 10GB sim when entering the country
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UAE tax-free shopping: How tourists saved $490m on VAT bills
UAE tourists have saved nearly half a billion dollars in tax since VAT saving scheme was introduced
Abdullah bin Touq Al Marri
UAE hotels generate $7.1bn of revenue in 7 months
UAE hotel establishment revenue increases 24 per cent in first seven months of the year
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UAE visit visa: Types, cost, process explained
Here is all you need to know about the different types of visit visas in the country
Abu Dhabi
UAE announces new visa fines for residents, tourists
A fixed fine of AED50 will be placed for each day after the visa’s expiration date
Emirati culture
Sharjah listed as one of world’s greatest places to visit in 2023
TIME magazine listed the emirate as the ‘cultural capital’ of the UAE
tourist visas
UAE tourist visa: How to apply, cost, everything you need to know
The visit or tourist visa is applicable for those visiting the UAE for a short period of time
BOTIM
UAE tourist visa: New way to apply digitally, everything you need to know
Tourists can apply for the UAE 30-day or 60-day visa via BOTIM
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
UAE travellers must declare cash, valuables over AED60,000 at all ports
The new Afseh system will help streamline cash disclosures for travellers, the UAE ICP said
Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship
New UAE visa: Overstaying tourists to face absconding charges, fines, blacklist
Those who overstay their visa expiration could further be blacklisted and banned from entering the UAE or any GCC
African + Eastern
Dubai restaurant announces price drop following new alcohol rules
The restaurant revealed that the price drop for most drinks will reflect today
African + Eastern
Dubai pubs cut prices after alcohol tax change
The move follows the recent removal of the 30 percent municipality tax on alcohol
African + Eastern
Dubai alcohol prices to fall as UAE scraps 30% tax: Experts
Restaurateurs indicated a decrease in prices of alcoholic beverages could be likely
African + Eastern
Dubai scraps alcohol fees: Everything you need to know
All you need to know about the new alcohol rules in Dubai
Dubai attractions
Dubai kicks off national tourism campaign – ‘World’s Coolest Winter’
This year’s edition of the campaign celebrates the human element in every visit to the UAE, which is central to its status as a sought-after global tourist destination with a relaxed and friendly atmosphere