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- dnata Travel reports 15% surge in Eid Al Adha 2025 bookings, launches last-minute deals
- Top destinations among UAE travelers this Eid include Turkey, Thailand and Japan
Dubai, UAE, 28 May 2025: Travel demand from the UAE is climbing ahead of Eid Al Adha 2025, with dnata Travel reporting a notable increase in holiday bookings – particularly to short-haul beach destinations.
The company said Eid Al Adha bookings are up 15 per cent compared to the same period last year, reflecting a strong appetite for outbound travel during key public holidays. Overall travel demand during the Eid break is 30 per cent higher compared to regular periods, it added.
“Eid continues to be one of the busiest travel periods in the UAE, and this year is no exception. We’re seeing consistent year-on-year growth, driven by travellers who are increasingly strategic about how they plan their holidays,” said Meerah Ketait, Head of Retail and Leisure at dnata Travel.
“The data shows a clear preference for short-haul travel during Eid, with most trips averaging around four days. Travellers are being intentional – choosing destinations that offer convenience and value now, while planning longer, more in-depth holidays for the summer season from July onward.”
The most booked destinations so far include Maldives, Seychelles, Mauritius, Turkey, Sri Lanka and Azerbaijan – all reachable within a four- to six-hour flight from the UAE.
While short-haul escapes remain the most popular, dnata Travel also notes strong demand for longer-haul destinations such as Italy, France and Spain in the West, as well as Thailand and Japan in the East. Trip duration trends show that travellers are booking around four days for nearby getaways, and up to six days for more distant holidays, depending on the destination.
Last-minute deals UAE travellers can still book
To cater to the high demand, dnata Travel has launched a range of curated Eid holiday packages that combine value and flexibility for families, couples, and solo travellers alike:
- Sri Lanka from AED 2,730 per person – return airfare, 3-night stay at Avani Kalutara Resort with daily breakfast
- Thailand from AED 2,810 per person – return airfare, 3-night stay at Avani Ao Nang Cliff Krabi with daily breakfast
- Turkey from AED 2,990 per person – return airfare, 3-night stay at Hilton Istanbul Bosphorus with daily breakfast
- Maldives from AED 4,090 per person – return airfare, 3-night stay at Kuramathi Maldives with daily breakfast and return speedboat transfers
- Mauritius from AED 6,270 per person – return airfare, 3-night stay at The Westin Mauritius Turtle Bay Resort & Spa with daily breakfast and dinner
Travellers are encouraged to book early, as limited availability and rising demand are expected to drive bookings over the coming days. More offers are available online and across dnata Travel’s retail outlets throughout the UAE.
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