UAE travelers are setting new trends in 2025! Based on Emirates search data and booking patterns, Vietnam leads with a massive 61% surge in searches, followed by Mauritius at 41% increase. Elite VIP Travel Dubai reveals the complete list of where UAE residents are planning their next adventure.
🚀 Top Rising Destinations: Massive Search Growth
🇻🇳 Vietnam
UNESCO sites, coastal attractions, rich history
+61% Growth🇲🇺 Mauritius
Luxury beaches, exclusive resorts, pristine waters
+41% Growth🇱🇰 Sri Lanka
Cultural sites, beautiful beaches, tea plantations
+32% Growth🎬 Set-Jetting: Film-Inspired Travel Takes Off
75% of UAE travelers report their travel choices are influenced by films, TV shows, or streaming content. This "set-jetting" trend is driving bookings to iconic filming locations.
🗼 Paris - "Emily in Paris"
Romantic cafes, Seine river tours, iconic landmarks
🏛️ Greece - "Mamma Mia"
Santorini, Mykonos, Athens filming locations
🌿 Sustainable Travel: Eco-Conscious UAE Travelers
UAE travelers increasingly prioritize sustainable tourism, supporting destinations that protect natural beauty and cultural heritage through ecological practices.
🌱 Top Eco-Friendly Destinations
- Costa Rica Eco-Adventures - 8 days from AED 5,200
- Norway Sustainable Tours - 7 days from AED 6,500
- New Zealand Green Travel - 10 days from AED 7,800
- Bhutan Carbon-Neutral Tours - 6 days from AED 4,900
🎄 Dubai Shopping Festival & New Year 2025 Packages
🛍️ Dubai Shopping Festival
- ✅ 3 Days DSF Package - AED 1,899
- ✅ 5 Days Premium Shopping - AED 2,999
- ✅ 7 Days VIP Experience - AED 4,299
- Includes: Hotels, meals, shopping tours, mall vouchers
🎊 New Year 2025 Escapes
- 🎆 Burj Khalifa NYE - AED 3,500
- 🏖️ Maldives NYE - AED 8,900
- 🗽 Times Square NYE - AED 6,200
- Limited spots - Book by December 15!
🛂 Visa-Free Destinations for UAE Residents
UAE passport holders enjoy visa-free access to 175+ destinations. Here are the trending visa-free packages:
🇹🇭 Thailand
30 days visa-free
From AED 2,800🇲🇾 Malaysia
90 days visa-free
From AED 2,200🇬🇪 Georgia
365 days visa-free
From AED 1,999📊 UAE Traveler Insights 2025
- 30% prefer Middle East & North Africa
- 26% choose UK & Europe
- 34% plan to spend over USD 3,000 (AED 11,000) per trip
- 33% will travel at least twice in 2025
💰 Exclusive 2025 Package Deals
Book now and save up to 30% on trending destinations. Limited time offers!
🇻🇳 Vietnam Explorer
AED 3,500 7 days all-inclusive🇲🇺 Mauritius Luxury
AED 4,200 5 days beach resort🇱🇰 Sri Lanka Cultural
AED 2,999 6 days heritage tour💡 2025 Booking Tips for UAE Travelers
- Book Early: Rising destinations like Vietnam have limited availability
- Consider Set-Jetting: Film location tours are booking up fast
- Sustainable Choices: Eco-friendly tours often offer early bird discounts
- Visa-Free First: Start with visa-free destinations for spontaneous trips
- Package Deals: All-inclusive packages save 20-30% vs. booking separately