As summer draws to a close, residents across the UAE are resuming their daily routines—and popular destinations are seeing an uptick in visits, according to data from Uber.
The ride-hailing platform has released a list of rider-favorite locations across the country, based on travel patterns observed over the past year.
Shopping malls in demand
Several of the country’s biggest malls topped the list of most-visited spots. Among them are:
Dubai Mall, Dubai
Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi
Marina Mall, Abu Dhabi
The Galleria, Al Maryah Island
City Centre Al Zahia, Sharjah
Nakheel Mall, Dubai
06 Mall, Sharjah
These destinations remain go-to spots for retail therapy as residents return from summer holidays.
Landmarks and experiences
Cultural and leisure sites also saw high traffic from riders. Key destinations included:
Louvre, Abu Dhabi
Aquaventure World, Dubai
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, Abu Dhabi
Qasr Al Watan, Abu Dhabi
Warner Bros. World, Abu Dhabi
Staycation hotspots
A number of well-known hotels and resorts were frequently visited, suggesting strong interest in local staycations. These included:
Four Seasons Resort Jumeirah Beach, Dubai
Jumeirah Al Naseem, Dubai
Atlantis The Palm, Dubai
The Ritz-Carlton Abu Dhabi Grand Canal
W Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Le Meridien, Abu Dhabi
The Chedi Al Bait, Sharjah
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi
Four Seasons Hotel Abu Dhabi Al Maryah Island
Features for smoother travel
Uber is highlighting features such as advance bookings, fare-splitting, and multi-stop rides to make travel more convenient.
“Whether you’re booking a ride in advance, adding multiple stops, or sharing the fare with friends, Uber keeps your city moving at the push of a button,” the company said.
Using the multi-stop feature, riders can include up to five stops in a single trip—ideal for shopping runs, errands, or group outings.
Riders in the UAE can choose from various ride options including UberX, Uber Comfort, and premium options like Uber Black and Uber Lux.
Note: The data is based on internal Uber trip information collected over the past 12 months.
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
