UAE travel trends in the form of European Heatwaves make the shift summers unbearable. world News

Since excessive heatwaves in summer in summer are rethinking their traditional travel sites across Europe, across Europe. Countries like France, Italy and Spain, once popular in the summer UAE desert heat, are now facing record-breaking temperatures, sometimes crossing those in the Gulf region as well. On Monday, wildfires burst in Türkiye and France, indicating emergency withdrawal of more than 50,000 people, as a summer heat heatwave flowed through southern Europe in an early summer. Health warnings were issued throughout France, Spain, Italy, Portugal and Germany. Even the Netherlands, known for its temperate climate, issued an alert for high temperatures and humidity.Chance to try something new34 -year -old Amirti Fatima Al Numi of Al Ann is among many UAE residents, changing their journey plans due to rising European temperatures. He told ABC News that his family traditionally spent two to three weeks every summer in Southern Europe, which is often divided between France and Italy.Fatima said, “This year, when I investigated the weather in June and July, it was already crossing 35 degrees. We did not want to stay inside the house the whole time,” Fatima said.Fatima said that her decision was largely inspired by concerns for her two young children.“When it is hot, you can do much less with children. The journey to sightseeing becomes a burden, and external activities are limited. It defeats the purpose of the journey,” he explained.In search of a more comfortable climate, Fatima and her family chose to travel to Queenstown, New Zealand, a destination that they had never seen before. With current temperatures between 14 and 18 ° C, New Zealand not only offered relief from heat, but also gave opportunities for external adventure work.“This is winter, so children can still be out, detect nature, and we don’t have to worry about overheating,” he said.The family also found the switch financially intelligent.Fatima said, “Flights were more available, and it was slightly cheaper than our journey to normal Europe. We are assuming it as an opportunity to try something new.”A clear change in UAE Summer Travel preferencesTravel agencies in UAE are seeing noticeable changes in consumer behavior. According to Vinoli Obesirakara, the head of sales in Jovial Travels, climate is now a decisive factor for many UAE passengers.“We are seeing a clear change in the way we plan our holidays, now with global warming is an important factor of travel decisions,” he told Gulf News. “Many of our customers are accommodating their journey program to avoid excessive heat duration and show more interest in permanent travel options.”He also noted environmentally friendly accommodation and increase in demand for responsible tourism.He said, “There is increasing awareness about the environmental impact of tourism, and passengers are asking for responsible experiences. In Jovial Travels, we are committed to guide our customers to the options that are both memorable and mindful of the planet,” he said.Mohammad Jasim Al Rais, the deputy managing director of Al Rais Travel and Shipping Agencies, echoed similar feelings in a statement to the national.“Most Europe used to be in summer. It is still there, but many are waiting for the last minute due to the heat. In these last few years, it is getting hot there, ”he said.Al Rais said that alternative destinations are increasing in popularity.“Some are choosing options like cape town or gold coast. In Cape Town, it is in winter, so you get 13 to 15 degrees. Switzerland is still a good option because mountains help, but overall, people are becoming more careful.”

What does it mean to UAE passengers in 2025

With European destinations facing climate uncertainty, the UAE holidays are preferring weather comfort, safety and stability when planning their summer travel.From Queenstown’s crisp winter wind to coastal coolness of Cape Town, family is searching for new places beyond traditional European hotspots. For many people, this change exceeds a temporary affair, it may indicate a permanent change in the trends of the UAE summer travel.Fatima al -Numi said, “We are considering it as an opportunity to try something new,”