Top holiday destinations for Emirati travellers in 2022

The Tourism sector is recovering at a strong pace globally as more and more countries are either easing or completely dropping the COVID-19 travel restrictions. With every single news of yet another holiday destination re-opening its borders, the journey-seekers are getting excited over the fact that their favourite holiday hotspot is back on the map, as they are looking to make up for the lost time during the pandemic. The travellers are jumping at every opportunity to hop across borders and explore new places while getting to know new people during their summer vacation. Travelling has become really precious for people as it’s been something they were deprived of for too long, and now they got a chance to escape everyday routine and forget for a while about all the negative things the pandemic brought into their lives.

The Emirati travellers are no exception. In fact, there is a 185% increase in the total number of travel bookings for the summer of 2022 compared to the same period in 2021. Despite the fact that staycation is still very popular with UAE residents, about 64% of Emirati travellers have opted to go abroad for this holiday season. Certain travel destinations are preferable for UAE citizens for many reasons. Some of them kept popping up in the list of the UAE’s top travel destinations for several consecutive years now. The all-time favourite hotspot — the Maldives is a vivid example.

Maldives
So why exactly is the Republic of the Maldives one of the most sought-after destinations for UAE travellers? First, it’s easily reachable as the Indian Ocean archipelago is within a four-hour flight from the United Arab Emirates. With year-round warm weather, it’s almost always a good time to visit the Maldives, which makes it a perfect getaway for Emirati tourists. Especially so during the summer months, when the temperatures in the UAE are soaring, reaching almost 50°C. A sweet escape from the boiling heat of the UAE’s hot and dry desert climate to the almost perfect weather conditions of the Maldives with an average temperature of 31°C is another contributing factor why this travel destination is so much desired by Emirati travellers. Moreover, the Maldives are culturally pretty close to the UAE as both countries have Islam as an official state religion, with the overwhelming majority of the population adhering to the Muslim traditions.
Apart from the obvious benefits mentioned earlier, the Maldives has a lot more to offer, for instance, world-class hotels, resorts with white and soft sand beaches, warm and crystal clear water, luxurious services and unique experiences. Here you can find plenty of water-sport activities like scuba diving, snorkelling, surfing, canoeing and sailboating with dolphins. Most resorts here are family-friendly, which means parents don’t have to worry about their children as there are ‘Kids Clubs’ that have lots of fun activities and entertaining games for the little ones. The picture-perfect Maldives is a paradise for Emirati travellers.

Mauritius
Another popular travel destination among UAE residents is Mauritius. This island country is rich with unique wildlife, white sand beaches, stunning crystal clear lagoons and breathtaking waterfalls. One of the reasons ‌the island is so popular with Emirati travellers is that it’s within a 6-hour flight from the UAE, which makes it easy to access. The weather on the island is sunny all year round with an average temperature of 25°C. Mauritius’s mild climate is something that attracts Emirati travellers, in particular, making it a great getaway from the extremely hot weather in the UAE during the dry season. The perfect climate of Mauritius gives a great opportunity to enjoy any kind of activity during a holiday. Due to an increase in demand for travel to Mauritius, the AUE is scaling up its flight operations to the island nation.

UK
The UK remains one of the top travel destinations for UAE residents as it gives them great shopping, dining and cultural experiences. The most popular time the UAE travellers visit the United Kingdom is in the summer, the time when the temperatures in the Gulf are at the highest. Among the top activities, Emirati travellers are attracted to in the UK are sightseeing, enjoying the greenery of the UK’s spacious gardens and parks, visiting museums and art galleries, visiting castles and historical sights and walking in the countryside. In a nutshell, travelling to the UK is more of a cultural experience and a great opportunity to change the scenery for UAE travellers.

France
Being one of the world’s most visited countries, France is also loved by the UAE journey-seekers. The historic boulevards of Paris, the fashionable sweep of La Croisette in Cannes and the rolling lavender fields and vineyards of Provence are what attract tourists not only from the United Arab Emirates but also from all over the world. And of course, Frances’s great national cuisine and excellent wine collections fascinate every single visitor. When it comes to a vacation in France, Paris is topping the charts. Truthfully so, Paris, having a rich history, is arguably the capital of an exquisite works of art, displaying great architecture. The city has the second-highest number of Michelin restaurants in the world. Its restaurant industry is attracting millions of tourists. Top holiday destination Emirati

Iceland
Iceland has a stunning natural beauty that is a magnet for travellers. Its unparalleled scenery is unlike anywhere else in the world with rich wildlife, fascinating landscapes breathtaking locations. What makes this place so special is that, being situated just below the Arctic Circle, the summer nights are bright with 24-hour daylight. This is the place to immerse in nature, a place where you can reach serenity. In Iceland, you get to experience something truly unique like the northern lights that will mesmerize you. This natural wonder is among the top reasons Emirati travellers visit Iceland. A land of dramatic landscape with volcanos, geysers and lava fields will give its visitor an unforgettable, once-in-a-lifetime experience. Top holiday destination Emirati

Norway
From hip urban cities to glittering fjords, northern lights, and remote villages above the Arctic Circle – Norway is a picturesque country with the world’s most scenic landscapes. This country has countless activities to offer, but first and foremost, it’s a true paradise for skiing and hiking. Norway has a much milder climate than other countries at the same latitude, and it’s all because of the temperate waters of the Gulf Stream. Here you can get yourself into epic nature adventures such as king crab fishing and dog sledging in Kirkenes, whale watching along the Vesterålen coast, admiring northern lights, and going on a train journey in Andalsnes, voted one of the world’s most beautiful train routes and surfing in Lofoten region. Top holiday destination Emirati

Serbia
Among the top travel destinations, UAE travellers have chosen for their holidays this year is Serbia. From Tara to Derdap, Serbia is full to breaking point with majestic attractions waiting to be discovered. It’s a multinational and multi-confessional country with a blend of cultures and complex history. Serbia has something for everyone, from lively urban attractions, to calm and peaceful towns and magnificent countryside. Top holiday destination Emirati

Armenia
Armenia is a country known for its marvellous landscapes, mountains and forests, which makes it a perfect place for hiking. Apart from its gorgeous nature, Armenian traditional cuisine is what attracts foodies from all over the world, as it’s full of contrast, containing different tastes, shapes and colours. Coming to Armenia will feel like coming home as Armenians are very hospitable, open-hearted and welcoming people. If you’re looking for a heartwarming experience, this is a go-to place.

This article is contributed by Alexander Pershikov, Founder of GetExperience.com

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