Advances in technology, such as Al-driven recommendations and mobile-friendly platforms, are transforming how travelers research, compare, and secure their trips. But not every traveler is taking advantage of these tools, or the tools aren't necessarily helping with the most impactful pain points, leading to continued stresses for UAE travel bookers.

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This report examines how UAE residents are navigating the travel booking landscape, identifying which stages of the process create the most stress. By understanding real-life pain points, travel and tourism businesses can optimize their services and enhance the travel planning experience.

• Report takeaways
• How UAE residents book vacations in 2025
• Unpacking the top stressors
• Travel agency and booking platform rankings
• Methodology