The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has welcomed Canada's decision to lower its travel advisory, saying the destination is "ready to welcome Canadian visitors."
In a statement, the DET reassured travellers that Dubai International Airport (DXB) is fully "operational" following recent disruption caused by conflict in the Middle East.
As reported by Open Jaw, the Canadian government relaxed its travel advisories for Jordan and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) on 25JUN, warning travellers heading to the region to "exercise a high degree of caution."
The update also emphasized that travellers should "prepare contingency plans that don't rely on the Government of Canada's assistance for departure."
There are signs that airlines in the region are recovering from the aftermath of Middle East disruption, Emirates is currently operating 97% of its global network, while Dubai Airports and its airline partners "continue to restore capacity and connectivity across the network."
DET says the city's tourism offering continues to expand, with recent additions including the 20,000-square-metre Grand Hyatt Dubai Waterpark, the revamped Lost World Aquarium at Atlantis, The Palm, and upgrades to Khor Al Mamzar Beach, including a floating walkway, a 24-hour night beach and 5.5 kilometres of walking, running and cycling trails.
Additional openings planned for 2026 include Dubai's first Six Senses, Gran Meliá and Kimpton properties, along with the UAE's first Baccarat Hotel and Residences. Dubai will also host Arabian Travel Market from 14-17SEP.
"Over the past few months, we recognize that many visitors have been waiting for clarity before making their travel plans," said Issam Kazim, CEO of the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing (Visit Dubai).
He said safety remains the city's highest priority, noting hotels, attractions, restaurants and transport networks have continued operating.
Emirates currently offers daily flights between Dubai and both Toronto and Montréal.
For bookings made through Emirates by 12JUL, Canadian travellers can receive up to two complimentary nights at the JW Marriott Marquis Hotel Dubai for stays through 30SEP. Guests staying at Atlantis, The Palm or Atlantis, The Royal can also receive resort credit equivalent to the cost of the resorts' newly introduced Emirates travel insurance premium for stays until 30SEP.
