With a plethora of tourism initiatives in Dubai and escalating prices in European resorts, the UAE emerges as an attractive destination for both business and leisure travellers.
Short-term rental accommodations are expected to experience high demand during the summer months, driven by the UAE’s diverse entertainment offerings, an engaging summer events calendar, government tourism incentives, and expanded flight routes across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah.
Following a record-breaking 2023, where Dubai welcomed 17.15 million international overnight visitors, 2024 continues the positive trend in tourism numbers.
Already, there has been a significant year-on-year increase in overnight visitors during the first few months of 2024, indicating a continuation of this trend into the summer.
Escalating prices in popular European summer destinations are driving more travellers to consider Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and neighbouring Emirates like Ras Al Khaimah as attractive vacation options, especially during the warmer months.
Additionally, the evolving offerings in the UAE, including all-season appeal and diversified tourism propositions, further enhance its attractiveness to visitors.
Dubai’s extensive array of attractions, such as large malls, temperature-controlled pools in over 800 hotels, indoor theme parks, water activities, and world-class restaurants, provide ample entertainment options even in high temperatures.
The Dubai Government aims to significantly increase the tourism sector’s contribution to GDP by 2031, with annual summer campaigns playing a crucial role in achieving this goal.
Summer will see the launch of various tourism board campaigns, offering incentives like “kids go free” deals, dining offers, and city-wide retail festivals, further enticing international tourists to visit.
Short-term rentals present an appealing option for summer travellers, offering affordability and a more personalised, exclusive, and comfortable stay compared to traditional hotels.
Summer is a time when travellers often book longer trips, taking advantage of extended school holidays and quieter corporate periods.
For those seeking extended stays, short-term rentals provide a “home-from-home” experience, with separate living, dining, sleeping, and working areas.
CEO of Frank Porter, Anna Skigin, anticipates a record-breaking summer season for short-term rentals in 2024, thanks to the UAE’s increasing popularity and diverse offerings.
With a wide range of short-term rental properties available across the UAE, travellers can find accommodations tailored to their needs, whether it’s a studio in DIFC for a solo “bleisure” trip or a spacious apartment in prime locations like Dubai Marina or Palm Jumeirah for families seeking a homely stay close to city attractions.
