United Arab Emirates Travel & Tourism

The United Arab Emirates has developed itself as somewhat of a contradiction. The city is an Islamic state that successfully blends Bedouin traditions and customs with a new set of Western values and practices. This is a country that has rapidly developed its travel and hospitality industry, offering an exotic vacation destination to the adventurous travelers. View spectacular vistas of hills and sand dunes in the town of Hatta. Hatta offers tourists a respite from the hot and humid climates of Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This small town is often dwarfed by its larger brothers, but allows tourists to experience a taste of the traditional Mezereh market. Dubai is a world-renowned destination, known for its over-the-top luxury and excellent customer service. The up and coming city offers shopping malls that carry only the best brand names, ritzy hotels, bars and outdoor entertainment. Abu Dhabi offers a more relaxed alternative to the flamboyant Dubai. Visit this oasis located within the empty desert and embark on adventurous camel rides, visit the Gulf waters or simply sit out under the night sky and enjoy the breathtaking view. Whether you are looking for modern amenities or cultural experiences, United Arab Emirates can quench your curiosity.


Worldwide Tourism Popularity Ranking: 45 of 230


Air Travel

  • Quality of Airports: Good (6.6 of 7)
  • Number of Airlines: 98

Hotels & Lodging

  • Quality of Lodging: Good (4.0 of 5)
  • Number of Hotels: 628
  • Average Room Rate: $183.91

Purpose of Visit

  • Business Trip: 22%
  • Family Vacation: 22%
  • Couples Getaway: 44%
  • Friends Trip: 8%
  • Solo Travel: 15%

Top Vacation Destinations in United Arab Emirates

Most popular cities in United Arab Emirates in terms of percentage of visitors and number of hotels:

  • Dubai
    Popularity: 1 | 83.72% Visitors | 419 Hotels
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  • Abu Dhabi
    Popularity: 2 | 6.87% Visitors | 78 Hotels

  • Ras Al Khaimah
    Popularity: 3 | 4.46% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Fujairah
    Popularity: 4 | 2.42% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Sharjah
    Popularity: 5 | 1.04% Visitors | 65 Hotels

  • Al Ain
    Popularity: 6 | 0.69% Visitors | 7 Hotels

  • Ajman
    Popularity: 7 | 0.44% Visitors | 13 Hotels

  • Umm Al Quwain
    Popularity: 8 | 0.12% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Yas Island
    Popularity: 9 | 0.07% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Madinat Zayed
    Popularity: 10 | 0.07% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Dibba
    Popularity: 11 | 0.05% Visitors | 2 Hotels

  • Khorfakkan
    Popularity: 12 | 0.03% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Mirfa
    Popularity: 13 | 0.02% Visitors | 1 Hotels


Top United Arab Emirates Hotels

  • 1
    Al Maha Desert Resort
    Dubai Al Ain Road, Dubai
    98% recommended | 362 reviews
  • 2
    Grosvenor House Dubai
    Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
    97% recommended | 980 reviews
  • 3
    Residence&Spa at One&Only Royal Mirage Dubai
    Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
    98% recommended | 129 reviews
  • 4
    Dar Al Masyaf at Madinat Jumeirah
    Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
    97% recommended | 677 reviews
  • 5
    Fairmont Bab Al Bahr
    Between The Bridges, Abu Dhabi
    96% recommended | 83 reviews
  • 6
    Al Manzil Hotel
    Emaar Boulevard, The Old Town,, Dubai
    97% recommended | 656 reviews
  • 7
    Al Qasr at Madinat Jumeirah
    Al sufouh rd, Dubai
    97% recommended | 636 reviews
  • 8
    Le Royal Meridien Beach Resort & Spa
    Al Sofouh Road, Dubai
    97% recommended | 1,816 reviews
  • 9
    Mina a Salam at Madinat Jumeirah
    Al Sufouh Road, Dubai
    97% recommended | 778 reviews
  • 10
    Vision Hotel Apartments
    Old Mazda Road, Abu Dhabi
    100% recommended | 74 reviews