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dnata Travel reveals where’s trending for UAE National Day trips in 2023
With the fast approaching UAE National Day
break, dnata Travel has revealed the most popular holiday hotspots. In order
of popularity, the top five most booked international destinations with UAE-based
travellers are: Thailand, Maldives, Turkey, USA and Azerbaijan.
As the most popular destination, Thailand is taking 15% of all dnata Travel
bookings for the UAE National Day weekend. Bangkok, alongside the islands of
Phuket and Krabi, are the top locations of choice.
Azerbaijan is a new entry for this time of the year in 2023, with bookings
up 50% compared to the same period in 2022. The capital, Baku, is proving
popular with UAE travellers for a city break closer to home. Bookings to the
UK, Switzerland, France, India and the Seychelles are also trending.
For the long weekend, 80% of all bookings are for international travel,
while the remaining 20% cover UAE staycations. Most local stays are booked
in Dubai, followed by Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah.
Meerah Ketait, Head of Retail and Leisure UAE at dnata Travel, commented:
“Travellers are exploring more of the world, including lesser-known places
and new locations across popular hotspots. In addition to the ever-popular
destinations of Thailand and the Maldives, we have seen a notable increase
in travel to Azerbaijan in particular.
“The popularity of Thailand continues, with demand driven by a rise in
availability of flights, the country’s incredible value-for-money
proposition, world-class accommodation and varied experiences.”
dnata Travel experts continuously monitor trends and work with long-standing
international partners to offer exclusive rates and added extras for the
local market, alongside the latest in travel inspiration.
dnata Travel’s UAE National Day campaign is now live, offering savings and
added benefits for UAE travellers across trending beach, city, mountain and
desert locations across the globe. Top offers include 45% savings and a
complimentary room upgrade at the 5-star Kandima Maldives, or 30% savings on
an All-Inclusive stay in a Suite at the Hotel Riu Sri Lanka on the beach in
Ahungalla.
To explore trending holiday destinations from the UAE with dnata Travel,
visit www.dnataTravel.com. For more travel advice and inspiration, contact
the dnata Travel experts via call or WhatsApp on 800 DNATA (36282), on
social media @dnataTravel, email holidays@dnatatravel.com, or visit a dnata
Travel retail outlet, with stores located across the UAE.