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UAE Confirms Four-Day National Day Weekend for Private Sector, Triggering Travel Surge
The UAE has granted the private sector a 1–2 December holiday for National Day, creating a four-day weekend (five days in Sharjah). The break will fuel a surge in outbound travel, trigger peak loads at airports, and temporarily slow visa-processing timelines.
UAE explains five ‘unsponsored’ visas that let visitors enter without a local sponsor
Gulf News has published an official guide to the UAE’s five ‘unsponsored’ visit-visa options, including the five-year multiple-entry tourist visa, the Jobseeker Visa and the Business Opportunities Visa. The explainer highlights eligibility, financial requirements and permitted lengths of stay, giving companies and frequent travellers a clear road-map for short-term mobility without a local sponsor.
Dubai Airshow opens with focus on ‘smart’ fleet deals as carriers chase scarce delivery slots
Opening day at Dubai Airshow 2025 highlights a shift from blockbuster aircraft purchases to strategically timed, flexible fleet deals as airlines grapple with production backlogs and higher financing costs. The cautious buying strategy will shape route expansion and cabin upgrades that matter to business travellers.
Dubai issues traffic and Salik-toll alert ahead of T100 Triathlon World Championship
RTA has announced partial road closures and higher Salik tolls on 16 November to accommodate the T100 Triathlon. Employers are advising travellers and commuters to build in extra time to reach Dubai International Airport and key business districts.