Tourism Breaking News
With a significant shift in what tourists are seeking from international travel post-pandemic, more and more individuals are yearning for holiday travel that guarantees meaningful, off-the-beaten path, sustainable and wellness-focussed experiences. There are also vacationers who are looking to make up for lost time due to the pandemic such as multi-generational family travellers, in addition to ‘bleisure’ tourists or business travellers seeking to extend their stay beyond participating at a business event to enjoy the destination’s leisure offering. Another category of travellers that Dubai continues to welcome are the remote workers or ‘digital nomads’.
Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) is working closely with stakeholders and partners to ensure Dubai’s tourism ecosystem is aligning with and adapting to these trends, especially by highlighting and providing an opportunity for UAE residents and international travellers to enjoy the ever-growing diversity of the destination offering, further reinforcing the city’s position as the global travel destination of choice.
Holiday-makers are planning longer vacations as they come out of a prolonged period of travel restrictions and catching up on lost time following postponed celebrations such as weddings, honeymoons and family vacations,
Located within the turtle lagoon in Jumeirah Al Naseem, Il Borro Tuscan Bistro is the perfect destination for some of the finest Tuscan cuisine in Dubai. With ingredients including organic honey, olive oil and vegetables sourced directly from the Il Borro estate in Tuscany, the restaurant celebrates seasonal Italian cuisine. Guests can choose to dine al fresco on the large wooden terrace overlooking the water surrounded by olive trees lit up by twinkling lights, complemented by the gentle breeze from the water.
A uniquely exclusive and multi-sensory dining experience awaits diners at Sublimotion at Mandarin Oriental. Twelve diners are welcomed into the exciting world of molecular gastronomy and haute cuisine, which marries innovation, art and technology to create dramatic culinary delights. The culinary extravaganza is complete with 360-degree screens to stimulate diners’ senses with imagery projected onto every surface, from the walls to the table.
Guests can charter a luxury yacht to sail across the pristine waters surrounding Dubai and experience unique perspectives of the city’s main attractions. A luxurious, private experience on-board a stunning yacht promises a memorable experience.
Bvlgari Resort Dubai is one of the city’s most exclusive and stylish retreats. Home to the first Bvlgari Yacht Club & Marina, the resort is truly an oasis of luxury. Featuring a number of accommodation options, including private villas, the property is the perfect space to spend quality time with your near and dear ones, with the feeling and privacy of ‘home’.
The Dubai Opera is the perfect destination to enjoy an evening of arts and culture. The destination hosts a number of world-class performing arts and opera shows, offering a truly memorable way to spend an evening.
