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UAE Moments
25-06-2025
- Business
- UAE Moments
8.68 Million Tourists Visit Dubai From January to May 2025
Dubai's tourism sector continues to thrive, attracting 8.68 million international visitors between January and May 2025, a 7% increase compared to the same period last year, when the city recorded 8.12 million arrivals. According to the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the city welcomed 1.53 million visitors in May alone, highlighting its growing global appeal. Where Tourists Are Coming From Western Europe led the list of source markets, contributing 1.917 million tourists, about 22% of the total. Coming in next were: Russia, CIS & Eastern Europe: 1.396 million visitors (16%) GCC countries: 1.275 million (15%) South Asia: 1.242 million (14%) Middle East & North Africa: 989,000 (11%) Northeast & Southeast Asia: 771,000 (9%) The Americas: 601,000 (7%) Africa: 346,000 (4%) Australia: 141,000 (2%) Dubai Hotels: Growth in Capacity and Performance Dubai's hospitality sector has kept pace with demand. As of May 2025, the city had 825 hotel establishments with a total of 153,356 rooms, up from 822 hotels and 150,202 rooms in May 2024.
Gulf Business
25-06-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Dubai attracts 8.68 million international visitors in first 5 months of 2025
Image: Getty Images/ For illustrative purposes Dubai attracted 8.68 million international visitors from January to May 2025, marking a 7 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024, which recorded 8.12 million tourists, according to the latest data released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism ( In May alone, the city welcomed 1.53 million international tourists, the Tourism Performance Report January – May 2025 showed. Western Europe was the leading source market, contributing 1.917 million visitors and accounting for 22 per cent of the total. Russia, the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) countries, and Eastern Europe followed with 1.396 million tourists (16 per cent). International visitors from Asia and MENA region South Asia came third with 1.242 million visitors (14 per cent), while the GCC region accounted for 1.275 million (15 per cent). The Middle East and North Africa brought in 989,000 visitors (11 per cent), followed by Northeast and Southeast Asia with 771,000 tourists (9 per cent). The Americas contributed 601,000 visitors (7 per cent), Africa 346,000 (4 per cent), and Australia 141,000 (2 per cent). Dubai hotel inventory As of May, Dubai's hotel inventory grew to 825 establishments offering 153,356 rooms, up from 822 hotels and 150,202 rooms in May Average hotel occupancy increased to 83 per cent, up from 81 per cent during the same period last year. Total occupied room nights reached 19.09 million, a 4 per cent rise from 18.34 million in 2024. Visitors stayed an average of 3.8 nights per trip. The average daily room rate climbed to Dhs620, a 5 per cent increase from Dhs590 in the previous year. Revenue per available room (RevPAR) also rose by 7 per cent, reaching Dhs513, compared to Dhs478 in the same period of 2024.
Arabian Business
24-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai attracts 8.68m visitors in first five months of 2025 as hotel room numbers reach 153,356
Dubai attracted 8.68m international visitors between January and May 2025 — a 7 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2024, which saw 8.12 million arrivals — according to the latest Tourism Performance Report released by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET). The report revealed that Dubai hosted 1.53 million international visitors in May alone, underlining the emirate's continued global appeal as a year-round destination. Western Europe topped the list of source markets, contributing 22 per cent of total visitors — approximately 1.917m tourists. This was followed by: Russia, CIS and Eastern Europe: 1.396m visitors (16 per cent) South Asia: 1.242m visitors (14 per cent) GCC region: 1.275m visitors (15 per cent) Middle East and North Africa: 989,000 visitors (11 per cent) Northeast and Southeast Asia: 771,000 visitors (9 per cent) Americas: 601,000 visitors (7 per cent) Africa: 346,000 visitors (4 per cent) Australia: 141,000 visitors (2 per cent) Dubai's hospitality sector also posted strong year-on-year growth. By the end of May 2025, the city had 825 hotel establishments with a combined 153,356 rooms — up from 822 hotels with 150,202 rooms in May 2024. Dubai tourism growth Average hotel occupancy: 83 per cent (up from 81 per cent in 2024) Total occupied room nights: 19.09m (up 4 per cent from 18.34 million in 2024) Average length of stay: 3.8 nights Average daily room rate: AED620 ($169) — a 5 per cent increase from AED590 ($161) Revenue per available room (RevPAR): AED513 ($140) — up 7 per cent from AED478 ($130) The sustained momentum in Dubai's tourism and hospitality industries reflects the city's robust infrastructure, global connectivity, and commitment to diversified experiences .
The Independent
13-06-2025
- Business
- The Independent
Met Opera attendance dropped in spring as tourism fell, coinciding with immigration crackdown
Metropolitan Opera season attendance dropped slightly following the Trump administration's immigration crackdown that coincided with a decrease in tourists to New York. The Met sold 72% of capacity, matching 2023-24 and down from its 75% projection. 'We were on track to continue to improve,' Met general manager Peter Gelb said Friday. 'We were disappointed by the sales in the last two months of the season — our projections were much higher and I attribute the fact that we didn't achieve our sales goals to a significant drop in tourism." New York City Tourism & Conventions last month reduced its 2025 international visitor projection by 17%, the Met said. International buyers accounted for 11% of sales, down from the Met's projection of 16% and from about 20% before the coronavirus pandemic. 'It's unfortunate, but this is the times in which we live,' Gelb said. The Met said factoring ticket discounts, it realized 60% of potential income, down from 64% in 2023-24 but up from 57% in 2022–23. 'We were able to sell an equal amount of tickets the last year, but there were more discounted tickets,' Gelb said. 'This really was the result of the last two months of the season.' There were 76,000 new ticket buyers, a drop from 85,000 in 2023-24, and the average age of single ticket buyers was 44, the same as in the previous season and a drop from 50 before the pandemic. Subscriptions accounted for just 7% of ticket sales, down from 12-15% before the pandemic, Gelb said economic uncertainty impacted sales for next season. 'The stock market jumping up and down made people feel insecure,' he said. 'In one week we saw an enormous decline in our advance for next season. Then it picked up again.' Met music director Yannick Nézet-Séguin earned $2,045,038 in the year end last July 31, up from $1,307,583, in the previous fiscal year, according to the company's tax return released Friday. Gelb earned $1,395,216, roughly the same as his $1,379,032 in 2022-23,and he also accrued $798,205 listed as retirement or deferred compensation. Assets declined by about $40 million to $467 million, primarily because of an endowment draw following the pandemic. Among individual productions last season, the highest percentage of tickets sold were for the English-language version of Mozart 's 'The Magic Flute' and a new staging of Verdi 's 'Aida,' both at 82%, followed by the company premiere of Jake Heggie's 'Moby-Dick' at 81% Other new productions included Strauss' 'Salome' (74%), John Adams' 'Antony and Cleopatra' (65%), Osvaldo Golijov's 'Ainadamar' (61%) and Jeanine Tesori's 'Grounded' (50%). The best-selling revivals were Puccini's 'Tosca' (78%), Tchaikovsky's 'Pique Dame (The Queen of Spades)' and Puccini's La Bohème (77% each), Beethoven's 'Fidelio' and Rossini's 'Il Barbiere di Siviglia' (76% each) and Mozart's 'Le Nozze di Figaro' (71%). Lagging were Strauss' 'Die Frau ohne Schatten' (68%0, Verdi's 'Rigoletto' (64%), Offenbach's 'Les Contes d'Hoffmann' and the German-language version of Mozart's 'Die Zauberflöte' (62% each) and Verdi's 'Il Trovatore' (59%).
Arabian Business
12-06-2025
- Business
- Arabian Business
Dubai welcomes 7.15m visitors in first 4 months of 2025 as tourism sector powers ahead
Dubai's tourism sector continues its record-breaking momentum in 2025, with the city welcoming 7.15m international overnight visitors between January and April — a 7 per cent year-on-year increase, according to updates shared at the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism's (DET) first City Briefing of the year. Held at the Coca-Cola Arena, the bi-annual briefing gathered more than 1,300 stakeholders from the hospitality, aviation, retail, and F&B sectors, along with key government representatives. Issam Kazim, CEO of Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), said: 'Building on yet another record-breaking performance in 2024, the exceptional results achieved by the industry so far in 2025 is a testament to the resilience and steadfast support of our stakeholders and partners. 'In advancing the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, our focus remains on strengthening the spirit of partnerships, embracing innovation, and creating future-ready experiences that enhance Dubai's position as the world's best city to visit, live and work in. 'As we look ahead to the second half of this year and beyond, we will harness the key elements that have driven the industry's steady growth – a robust and diversified market strategy, a solid collaboration model between the government and private sectors, and global campaigns showcasing the ever-evolving diverse destination offering.' Dubai tourism briefing highlights 7.15m visitors in the first four months of 2025 Follows 18.72m visitors in 2024, the second consecutive year of record growth The city is now the first Certified Autism Destination in the Eastern Hemisphere More than 70,000 individuals trained in sensory awareness More than 300 hotels participating in the accessibility certification programme Launch of 'MyDubai Communities', a digital platform to promote coexistence Major 2025 campaigns launched: 'Dubai. That's How You Summer' 'Find Your Story' starring Millie Bobby Brown and Jake Bongiovi Dubai Summer Surprises 2025 Returns The event confirmed the return of Dubai Summer Surprises (DSS) from June 27 to August 31, structured across three key retail periods: Summer Holiday Offers The Great Summer Sale Back to School DSS 2025 will feature city-wide sales, raffles, cultural shows, and entertainment tailored for residents and tourists alike. MICHELIN Guide expansion The city food scene continues to evolve, with 1,200 new restaurant licences issued in 2024. The fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai includes: 119 restaurants across 35 cuisines (+12.3 per cent YoY) 2 restaurants with 3 MICHELIN Stars: FZN by Björn Frantzén and Trèsind Studio 3 restaurants with 2 Stars, 14 with 1 Star, and 22 Bib Gourmand venues 3 restaurants awarded the MICHELIN Green Star for sustainability Ahmed Al Khaja, CEO of Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE), said: 'Dubai's vibrant calendar of festivals and events reflects our city's bold vision and boundless ambition – a testament to our commitment to innovation, excellence, and global leadership. 'These world-class experiences are not only a key driver of visitation but also vital to nurturing the pillars of our economy, from retail and hospitality to aviation and business events.'
