dnata Travel Reports 31% Rise in UAE Staycation Bookings

dnata Travel says UAE staycation bookings for the October half-term break are 31% higher than a year earlier. The company released the booking data on 8 October 2026.

Dubai accounts for 78% of the domestic bookings, followed by Abu Dhabi and Ras Al Khaimah. dnata also reported that international bookings are ahead of last year’s level, while average family booking values have increased by 6%.

Retail-store bookings rose 16%, and bookings generated through social media channels tripled year on year, according to the company. The figures describe customer demand and do not confirm vacancies. Source: dnata Travel.