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: 597
  • 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 | 80.61% Visitors | 400 Hotels

  • Abu Dhabi

    Popularity: 2 | 9.72% Visitors | 79 Hotels

  • Ras Al Khaimah

    Popularity: 3 | 4.54% Visitors | 15 Hotels

  • Fujairah

    Popularity: 4 | 2.66% Visitors | 18 Hotels

  • Sharjah

    Popularity: 5 | 1.08% Visitors | 58 Hotels

  • Al Ain

    Popularity: 6 | 0.62% Visitors | 5 Hotels

  • Ajman

    Popularity: 7 | 0.51% Visitors | 13 Hotels

  • Umm Al Quwain

    Popularity: 8 | 0.13% Visitors | 4 Hotels

  • Madinat Zayed

    Popularity: 9 | 0.05% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Khorfakkan

    Popularity: 10 | 0.04% Visitors | 1 Hotels

  • Dibba

    Popularity: 11 | 0.03% Visitors | 2 Hotels

 

Top United Arab Emirates Hotels