As the spring holidays coincide with Ramadan, many UAE residents are preparing for the upcoming Eid-Al Fitr break in April. As a result, there has been a significant increase of 30% in travel bookings and package inquiries.
Musafir.com, the UAE’s top online travel agency, has shared insights on the travel trends for this popular holiday season, including both business and leisure travel preferences.
Even though airfares have increased by 10-15%, UAE residents are displaying a strong desire to travel abroad, as compared to last year.
Of those planning to travel, a significant proportion of 65% are opting for leisure travel, while 35% are planning to celebrate the holiday season with their families, either in their home countries or locally.
For those who prefer to celebrate within the UAE, the majority are looking to enjoy a staycation in popular destinations such as Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Umm Al Quiwan and Abu Dhabi.
Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia in high demand
As people plan their holiday travels, there is a growing demand for budget-friendly and visa-friendly destinations. This has led to an increased interest in CIS countries such as Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia, while Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan are also gaining popularity.
Additionally, countries like Singapore, Kenya, Thailand and Malaysia are attracting more visitors. Given the difficulty of obtaining visas for Schengen countries, the UK, USA, and Canada, travelers are favoring destinations where visa requirements are less stringent.
Holiday packages priced between Dhs3000-4000 are highly sought-after and in great demand.
During the first 15 days of Ramadan, business travel is expected to decline by 10-15%. However, it is anticipated that there will be a significant uptick in business travel during the second half of the holy month.
Musafir.com is providing UAE residents with the opportunity to discover new and exotic destinations, experience diverse cultures, and create unforgettable memories with their exclusive EID packages.
These packages include flights, top-rated hotels, airport transfers, breakfast, global visa assistance, and much more. With Musafir.com, travelers can book their dream holiday and enjoy a hassle-free and comprehensive travel experience.
Holiday Packages from UAE
- Georgia – 4 nights- price starting from Dhs3199
- Kyrgyzstan – 4 nights – price starting from Dhs3799
- Singapore & Malaysia – 5 nights –price starting from Dhs5299
- Bangkok & Pattaya – 4 nights – price starting from Dhs3699
- Paris & Switzerland – 7 nights –price starting from Dhs8799
- Kenya – 5 nights – price starting from Dhs4799
- Armenia – 4 nights – price starting from Dhs3299
- Turkey – 4 nights –price starting from Dhs3999
- Bali – 4 nights –price starting from Dhs4499
- Phuket and Krabi – 4 nights – price starting from Dhs3999
- Nepal – 4 nights – price starting from Dhs3299
Raheesh Babu, COO, Musafir.com said, “Musafir.com works with partners worldwide to provide travellers with the best value deals to some of the most exotic travel destinations. Additionally, our travel experts work closely with customers seeking bespoke packages while catering to their individual requirements.
“Customers can also benefit from our flexible rescheduling policy, allowing them the convenience to modify their travel package free of charge up to 6 business days from the travel date with a 24/7 customer care team to get assistance.”
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
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