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Dubai property market is underestimated, says emirate’s travel industry chief

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The ‘liveability’ of Dubai is a gigantic selling guide that requirements toward be utilized to support the recuperation of the property area, as indicated by Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM)

“The deals of properties in Dubai has soar… a UBS study showed that one of the most underestimated markets on the planet right now for property is Dubai,” said Issam Kazim, CEO of Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM).

Talking at the twentieth version of the Cityscape Global culmination, Kazim added: “There is economical development and a ton of these experts position Dubai as where they can really see development for individuals and organizations also.”

In September, Dubai’s housing market enrolled the most noteworthy worth of deals for almost eight years, as per figures arranged by Mo’asher, the emirate’s true deals value record.

“This has been a record year for the quantity of property exchanges… .I suspect as much far 2021 has in addition to the fact that overtaking been 2020, which isn’t is actually to be expected, yet additionally 2019 and 2018 also,” he added.

The emirate recorded around 5,762 property deals exchanges worth over AED16.2 billion in September, the most since December 2013, as indicated by Mo’asher.

On the variables that are drawing in unfamiliar land ventures, Kazim said: “The liveability part of Dubai is turning into a lot more grounded… this is an enormous selling point and we’re utilizing it significantly more.”

“I figure post-pandemic, a many individuals will pick one objective to remain in for a more extended timeframe too,” he added.

As far as the travel industry and cordiality recuperation, Kazim shared: “Dubai has bounced back more grounded than previously… .we generally need to be superior to where we left things off from the prior year.”

Dubai’s friendliness area – like those all throughout the planet – was hit hard by Covid-19, yet the area is on the road to success to recuperation, with lodgings hitting 62% inhabitance in the principal half of 2021.

The UAE generally speaking outflanked other worldwide the travel industry objections in the principal half, including China (where lodgings arrived at 54% inhabitance), US (45%), Mexico (38%), the United Kingdom (37%), and Turkey (36%).

Supporting the travel industry area’s hearty recuperation, Kazim said: “individuals’ craving and the yearning to get back on a plane and go to another objective is obvious substantially more than ever…people understand that it’s one part of life that they may have underestimated.”

He likewise alluded to the crucial pretended by the private and public areas and the worth of their solid cooperation in speeding up the area’s recuperation.

Following a severe cross country lockdown last year, the DTCM CEO accepts that Dubai had “a first mover advantage” by being one of the principal objections to securely return, in which he said: “This was again setting our situation as the number four globally visited city on the planet, as we draw nearer to being in the best three.”

“25% of our guests that come to Dubai are rehash guests, so they’re in Dubai more than once inside a year time span… this shows that we have all that sightseers need,” he added.

With that, Kazim referred to the viability of a few UAE drives, for example, the Retirement Visa and the Golden Visa in drawing in outsiders, close by the movement of worldwide brands in attracting organizations and new companies.

“Migrating worldwide HQs, local HQs, and family workplaces to Dubai became one of the key things that we pushed for,” he said.

Locale 2020, Expo 2020 Dubai’s heritage project, has been assuming a critical part in understanding this responsibility, becoming home to the world’s driving modern, tech and coordinations goliaths, including Siemens, Terminus and DP World.

“At the point when you have huge players like that settling on determined choices to move, that communicates something specific out worldwide that Dubai is the perfect spot for them,” he added.

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Dubai’s Al Freej Fridge campaign returns to distribute 2mn cold drinks and ice creams to workers

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A bottle of cold water or an ice cream may seem like a small gesture, but during Dubai’s summer heat, it can make a meaningful difference.

That’s the idea behind the third edition of the Al Freej Fridge campaign, launched on July 3 at Al Khawaneej Majlis. The community initiative aims to distribute two million bottles of cold water, juices and frozen treats to workers across Dubai throughout the summer.

Supported by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Global Initiatives (MBRGI) and organised in partnership with Suqia UAE and the UAE Food Bank, the campaign brings together volunteers, government entities and community organisations to recognise the contributions of workers who spend long hours outdoors.

Bigger campaign, more volunteers

Organisers say this year’s campaign will expand volunteer participation to around 200 volunteers while encouraging more government entities, companies and residents to get involved.

Portable fridges will also be introduced, allowing volunteers to stock refreshments and distribute them directly to workers across different parts of Dubai.

For workers, the cold water, juice and ice cream are welcome relief during the hot summer days.

This campaign will continue until September 3, reaching workers across construction sites, industrial areas and other outdoor workplaces throughout Dubai.

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Dubai RTA announces traffic improvements at 28 locations: Here’s where and what to expect

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Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) is rolling out a series of traffic improvement projects at 28 locations across the emirate between July and September 2026 to ease congestion, improve road safety and reduce travel times.

The works are being carried out during the summer holidays to minimise disruption while traffic volumes are lower.

What’s changing?

The programme covers:

  • 4 locations near schools.
  • 3 locations in development areas.
  • 21 locations across major roads and residential communities.

The upgrades aim to improve traffic flow, strengthen connections between residential and commercial areas, and support Dubai’s growing population.

Emirates Road expansion

One of the biggest projects is the expansion of Emirates Road, where two new lanes are being added along a 5km stretch from Sharjah towards Al Amardi Street.

According to the RTA, the project is expected to reduce peak-hour journey times by 25% on one of the busiest roads connecting Dubai with neighbouring emirates.

Other key road improvements

The RTA will also introduce traffic upgrades at several busy locations, including:

  • The intersection of Trade Centre Street and Marasi Drive in Business Bay.
  • Latifa bint Hamdan Street near Al Quoz Industrial Area.
  • Ras Al Khor Road towards Al Khail Road.
  • The intersection of Al Khawaneej Street and Al Amardi Street.
  • The right turn from Ras Al Khor Road to Dubai–Al Ain Road, which will be expanded from one lane to two.
  • Algeria Street in Al Mizhar 4, where an additional lane will improve access near labour accommodation.

These upgrades are expected to reduce queues and improve traffic flow in high-demand areas.

School zone upgrades

Ahead of the new academic year, the RTA is also improving access around schools by adding parking spaces and enhancing traffic movement at:

  • Zayed Educational Complex in Al Mizhar 2.
  • Horizon International School in Umm Al Sheif.

The improvements are designed to reduce congestion during school drop-off and pick-up times while improving safety for students and parents.

How were the locations selected?

The RTA said the projects were chosen after analysing:

  • Historical traffic data.
  • Field surveys.
  • Intelligent transport system data.
  • Traffic camera monitoring.
  • Feedback and suggestions from the public.

The authority says the “Quick Wins” programme is designed to deliver practical improvements that reduce congestion, shorten journey times and enhance the overall driving experience across Dubai.

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Dubai Police warn parents about dangerous ‘slime in microwave’ social media trend

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Dubai Police have urged parents to stop children from copying a viral social media trend that involves heating slime in a microwave, warning it could cause serious burns and other injuries.

The warning comes as schools break for the summer holidays, when children are likely to spend more time online.

Why is the trend dangerous?

According to Dubai Police, placing slime in a microwave can trigger chemical reactions that cause it to:

  • Expand rapidly.
  • Release extremely hot vapours.
  • Explode or splatter when removed.
  • Cause burns to the face, hands and body.
  • Damage microwave ovens or even start small fires.

Officials said many children may imitate the videos without understanding the risks involved.

What advice has Dubai Police given parents?

Dubai Police is urging parents to:

  • Monitor the content their children watch on social media.
  • Explain the dangers of copying viral online challenges.
  • Never allow children to use microwaves or other electrical appliances without adult supervision.
  • Encourage safe and educational activities during the summer holidays.

Learn more about online safety

Parents are also encouraged to use Dubai Police’s eCrime Hub, which provides safety advice in Arabic and English on cybercrime, online risks and harmful social media trends.

Why the warning matters

Dubai Police said raising awareness about online challenges is essential to preventing avoidable accidents. The force is encouraging families to promote safe behaviour at home and help children make responsible choices online throughout the summer break.

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