Dubai: As airfares to popular holiday destinations hit unprecedented levels, UAE residents are leaning towards staycations at local hotels this Eid Al Fitr, according to operators. And hotels across the country, especially beachside resorts, are rolling out attractive deals and staycation packages designed to cater to UAE residents and GCC visitors, especially Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Eid Al Fitr, expected to fall on April 9, may see the holidays lasting six to nine days.
These packages, priced between Dh500 and Dh1,500 (depending on the hotel), are considerably cheaper than holiday packages, where starting prices average Dh2,500 to Dh5,000 per person (depending on the destination). Average Dubai to India fares have already hit highs of Dh1,899 to Dh1,600; Dubai- London fares are averaging at Dh5,396, and flights to European destinations are also averaging at Dh4,600 to Dh5,700.
