Saturday, August 17, 2024 Global travel advisors now have an exceptional opportunity to plan seamless trips to the United Arab Emirates (UAE) thanks to the country’s progressive visa free travel policy. With this policy, citizens from eight six countries as of August 2024, including major nations like the Gulf, Schengen, USA, Canada, Japan, and the UK, can explore the diverse and vibrant emirates without the hassle of obtaining a visa. This policy not only simplifies travel logistics but also opens the doors for an enriched experience across the UAE’s seven emirates, each offering a unique blend of modern luxury, cultural heritage, and natural beauty.
Whether for business, leisure, or luxury travel, the UAE’s visa-free access makes it an ideal destination for travelers from around the world. The Economic Impact of Tourism in the UAE Tourism plays a vital role in the UAE’s economy, with the collective sectors of real estate, hospitality, and transportation contributing approximately 30% to the non-oil GDP. In Abu Dhabi, the residential real estate market saw a significant increase in sales transactions, with a 7.
7% year-over-year rise from January to April 2024. This growth was driven by a 24.9% surge in the sales of ready units, while off-plan sales experienced a modest increase of 0.
8%. Dubai’s tourism sector also saw substantial growth, with an 11% increase in tourist arrivals in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the previous year. The emirate welcomed 5.
2 mil.