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Dubai Duty Free racks up US $19 million in 24-hour anniversary sale, signalling robust passenger spend
A 25 per cent discount to mark Dubai Duty Free’s 42nd anniversary produced US $19 million in sales in a single day—up 15 per cent year-on-year and signalling strong passenger purchasing power. The surge hints at continued record traffic through DXB and underscores the need for travellers to budget extra processing time during the holiday peak.
Emirates cancels and retimes Dubai–Sialkot flights as severe fog grips Punjab
Dense fog in Sialkot forced Emirates to cancel one rotation and retime two others on the Dubai–Sialkot sector, with knock-on effects for connecting passengers. Travellers are being urged to rebook and keep contact details current. The incident highlights the fragility of winter schedules connecting the UAE with South Asia.
Etihad flags delays on Abu Dhabi–Lahore and Hong Kong services amid weather and technical snags
Etihad Airways has delayed flights between Abu Dhabi, Lahore and Hong Kong after technical checks and dense fog affected operations on 20–21 December. Passengers were advised to keep contact details current for re-routing information, highlighting the need for flexible itineraries during winter in South Asia.
Stormy weather grounds UAE ferries and slows airport traffic as authorities activate contingency plans
A powerful rainstorm on 20 December temporarily disrupted UAE transport, delaying some flights, halting Dubai–Sharjah ferries and closing mountain attractions. Authorities responded with rapid clean-up efforts, but mobility managers should expect residual delays and advise travellers accordingly as unsettled weather continues.
Night-time closure of Abu Dhabi’s Sheikh Khalifa Road to affect freight and commuter flows
From 21 December to 10 January, Abu Dhabi will close two lanes of the E11 near Al Mirfa nightly for maintenance, potentially adding transit time for freight and commuter traffic. Businesses moving goods or staff along the west-bound corridor should reroute or reschedule trips during the 00:00–05:00 window.
Mountain cold snap closes Jebel Jais attractions, highlighting winter-season safety protocols
The National Centre of Meteorology recorded 3.5 °C at Jebel Jais on 20 December, prompting suspension of popular zip-line activities until conditions improve. Corporates planning mountain excursions should revisit risk assessments and ensure travellers have suitable clothing and insurance.