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Dubai Eye
04-08-2025
- Business
- Dubai Eye
Dubai welcomes 9.88 million tourists in first half of 2025
Dubai has welcomed 9.88 million tourists from January to June, 2025, marking a 6 per cent increase compared to the same period in the previous year. "Dubai continues to set new records in international visitation," highlighted His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai in a social media post. It reflects "Dubai's ability to create compelling experiences that meet the evolving needs of visitors has strengthened its status as one of the world's most sought-after destinations". "From exceptional infrastructure to unique attractions, Dubai offers a model of excellence in the tourism and hospitality sectors grounded in innovation," he highlighted. According to data published by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the GCC and MENA proximity markets had a combined 26 per cent share of overall visitors to Dubai from January to June 2025, with 1.51 million (15 per cent) and 1.12 million (11 per cent) arrivals respectively. Western Europe was the largest source market to Dubai, with 2.12 million visitors (22 per cent), followed by CIS and Eastern Europe (15 per cent), South Asia (15 per cent), North East and South East Asia (9 per cent), the Americas (7 per cent), Africa (4 per cent) and Australasia (2 per cent). In the first six months of 2025, the city expanded its hotel inventory with new openings across all segments and in various locations, including Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Umm Suqeim, Cheval Maison in Expo City, The Biltmore Hotel Villas in Al Barsha, and Vida Dubai Mall in Downtown Dubai. Dubai's accommodation portfolio also showed growth with upcoming high-profile openings such as the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai; ZUHHA Island on The World Islands; and Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection, which is set to be the world's tallest all-hotel tower. A series of tourism campaigns by the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), with international stars like Millie Bobby Brown, Jake Bongiovi, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have helped in the numbers. "Dubai has become even more accessible, with a robust infrastructure and a business-friendly environment that fosters collaboration, while a year-round calendar of leisure, trade and MICE events have further diversified the city's visitor base and generated significant economic impact," added Issam Kazim, CEO of DCTCM. DET's data revealed that the emirate's hotel sector achieved impressive results across all hospitality metrics. From January to June 2025, average occupancy for hotels in Dubai stood at 80.6 per cent, up from 78.7 per cent compared to the same period in 2024. Gastronomy continues to be a key attraction for international visitation and investment to Dubai, with the city's diverse culinary scene consistently recognised globally. The fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai was unveiled in May, and it featured a total of 119 restaurants across 35 cuisines, including the city's first three-starred restaurants. 'Dubai's strong tourism performance in the first half of 2025 reflects the enduring strength and adaptability of our economic model, even amid persistent global headwind," added Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General, DET.
ARN News Center
03-08-2025
- Business
- ARN News Center
Dubai welcomes 9.88 million tourists in first half of 2025
Dubai has welcomed 9.88 million tourists from January to June, 2025, marking a 6 per cent increase compared to the same period in the previous year. "Dubai continues to set new records in international visitation," highlighted His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai in a social media post. It reflects "Dubai's ability to create compelling experiences that meet the evolving needs of visitors has strengthened its status as one of the world's most sought-after destinations". "From exceptional infrastructure to unique attractions, Dubai offers a model of excellence in the tourism and hospitality sectors grounded in innovation," he highlighted. According to data published by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the GCC and MENA proximity markets had a combined 26 per cent share of overall visitors to Dubai from January to June 2025, with 1.51 million (15 per cent) and 1.12 million (11 per cent) arrivals respectively. Western Europe was the largest source market to Dubai, with 2.12 million visitors (22 per cent), followed by CIS and Eastern Europe (15 per cent), South Asia (15 per cent), North East and South East Asia (9 per cent), the Americas (7 per cent), Africa (4 per cent) and Australasia (2 per cent). In the first six months of 2025, the city expanded its hotel inventory with new openings across all segments and in various locations, including Jumeirah Marsa Al Arab in Umm Suqeim, Cheval Maison in Expo City, The Biltmore Hotel Villas in Al Barsha, and Vida Dubai Mall in Downtown Dubai. Dubai's accommodation portfolio also showed growth with upcoming high-profile openings such as the Mandarin Oriental Downtown, Dubai; ZUHHA Island on The World Islands; and Ciel Dubai Marina, Vignette Collection, which is set to be the world's tallest all-hotel tower. A series of tourism campaigns by the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DCTCM), with international stars like Millie Bobby Brown, Jake Bongiovi, Virat Kohli and Anushka Sharma have helped in the numbers. "Dubai has become even more accessible, with a robust infrastructure and a business-friendly environment that fosters collaboration, while a year-round calendar of leisure, trade and MICE events have further diversified the city's visitor base and generated significant economic impact," added Issam Kazim, CEO of DCTCM. DET's data revealed that the emirate's hotel sector achieved impressive results across all hospitality metrics. From January to June 2025, average occupancy for hotels in Dubai stood at 80.6 per cent, up from 78.7 per cent compared to the same period in 2024. Gastronomy continues to be a key attraction for international visitation and investment to Dubai, with the city's diverse culinary scene consistently recognised globally. The fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai was unveiled in May, and it featured a total of 119 restaurants across 35 cuisines, including the city's first three-starred restaurants. 'Dubai's strong tourism performance in the first half of 2025 reflects the enduring strength and adaptability of our economic model, even amid persistent global headwind," added Helal Saeed Almarri, Director-General, DET.
NDTV
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NDTV
This Indian Restaurant In Dubai Was Just Awarded A 3rd Michelin Star
An Indian restaurant in Dubai has just won what is considered the highest honour in the culinary world. Tresind Studio, helmed by Chef Himanshu Saini, has been awarded a third Michelin Star. This is a historic win as it is the first ever Indian food establishment to be given this coveted accolade. Over the years, one and two Michelin stars have been bestowed on Indian restaurants abroad (There is no Indian edition of the Michelin Guide, so domestic restaurants cannot win). However, till now, none had received the third star, which signifies "Exceptional cuisine" and the highest standards. Tresind Studio's win was announced at the fourth edition of the MICHELIN Guide Dubai, which took place on May 22, 2025. It is one of only two restaurants in Dubai that have been awarded three Michelin stars. FZN by Bjorn Frantzen is the other winner of this accolade. The Dubai outpost of Jamavar, which is a celebrated Indian restaurant, has been given a single Michelin star this year. View this post on Instagram A post shared by MICHELIN Guide (official) (@michelinguide) More About Tresind Studio Tresind Studio serves a multi-course tasting menu spotlighting seasonal ingredients and flavours from across India. Chef Himanshu Saini opened Tresind Studio in 2018, conceptualised as a more experimental version of the earlier Tresind. It was later moved to a separate premises, which is its current 20-seater rooftop space at The Palm Jumeirah, Dubai. It received its second Michelin star in 2023. The Michelin Guide notes, "This immersive Indian concept highlights Chef Himanshu Saini's limitless levels of imagination and creativity. The tasting menu showcases traditional Indian dishes from various regions, re-imagined and superbly crafted into vibrant, eye-catching, and flavoursome creations." Over the years, Tresind Studio has won several international culinary accolades. Most recently, it was named the 2nd best restaurant in the Middle East and North Africa by the World's 50 Best rankings. The same organisation has featured Tresind Studio among the top 50 restaurants worldwide multiple times. Click here to find out more.
Web Release
20-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Web Release
A magical Ramadan experience awaits at Siraj
Web Release Selection Entertainment By Editor_wr On Feb 20, 2025 Discover the delightful flavours of Middle Eastern fusion at one of the most renowned Middle Eastern restaurants in the UAE, Siraj. Being included in the MICHELIN Guide Dubai for three consecutive years, the venue has indefinitely marked its place in the ever-evolving culinary landscape of the city. This year, Siraj invites guests to indulge in their immersive Ramadan experience, including their special Iftar set menu for AED 175 per person, which also includes live entertainment, shisha, and more. Similarly, for Suhoor, guests can experience the set menu for AED 120 per person. Siraj also offers special prices for group bookings. The Iftar menu changes every day of the week with additions and changes, so guests can indulge in different dishes every day of the week. For starters, some of the dishes include comforting soups like lentil, spinach or pumpkin soup. Salads like fattoush, and tabbouleh along with cold and hot appetizers like hummus, muttabal, fasolia bil zeit, spinach fatayer, cheese roll, and more. The main course includes mouthwatering mixed grills, musakhan chicken, yabrak, and vermicelli rice. And lastly, Arabic desserts like kunafa, rice pudding, halawa cream brulé, katayef qeshta, fresh fruits, and many more to finish off the meal on a sweet note. Ramadan beverages like Jallab, Tamarind, Vimto, and Amareddine are also included in the set menu. Suhoor favorites at Siraj include Balila, warak ena, hummus, labneh, shanklish, grilled halloumi, mixed manakish, and many more, including breakfast dishes that are set to suffice all cravings. With sophisticated interiors inspired by the legacy of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, paired with food that is an ode to the rich Emirati culture, Siraj is set to offer an experience like no other this Ramadan. Ramadan offers: – Iftar set menu, AED 175 per person – Suhoor set menu, AED 120 per person Location: Souk Al Bahar, Dubai Opening Times: 12 PM – 1 AM Reservations: +971 522657140 | [email protected] Follow on socials: A magical Ramadan experience awaits at Siraj
