First published Oct 28, 2026, 4:04:15 PM UTC · Last updated Oct 28, 2026, 4:04:15 PM UTC

Dubai's luxury tourism boom is changing how visitors get around

The source reports that Dubai received 19.59 million international overnight visitors in 2025, up from 18.72 million in 2024, and says South America's share may grow as travel there becomes easier.

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