The UAE has been revealed as one of the most popular travel destinations in winter. Although it is revered for its fantastic indoor experiences, and an equally amazing during summer. However, during winter, the travel demand rises quite a lot. And Travelbag, which is a UK-based award-winning travel company, has undertaken a study, which shows how Dubai is the third most in-demand and Abu Dhabi is the top Christmas destination in 2025, according to the UK search results.
Dubai & Abu Dhabi Top Winter Destinations For UK Travellers In 2025
According to a study by Travelbag, Dubai has been named as the third most in-demand Christmas holiday destination in the UK. The first spot was given to Abu Dhabi with a score of 91%. With the winter season here, the days get shorter, and rain setting in, many people want to escape the chilling winters of the UK. And one of the most popular choices for Christmas this year happens to be Abu Dhabi and Dubai.
A Full Look at The List
Not only this, Travelbag has laid out its list of top 10 destinations that are seeing a three-month change in the UK Google search volume.
- Abu Dhabi
- Vietnam
- Dubai
- Mauritius
- Costa Rica
- Maldives
- South Africa, Sri Lanka
- Bali
- Canada, Caribbean & Mexico
- Thailand
This ranking was compiled using international booking data and Google search volume in order to establish the destinations that are seeing a rise in popularity over 12 months.
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Comparison With The Previous Year
At this point, it’s worth noting that last year, for the UK, New Zealand was the top festive getaway. There was a 105% rise in bookings over the festive period. However, it’s worth noting that Dubai also made it to the list, the previous year at the fifth spot, with a 20% rise in festival bookings in 2024. However, this year it has managed to jump two spots by landing at rank number three with 82%. This is hardly surprising as Dubai and the UAE offer quite a lot for travellers. From fantastic outdoor destinations to some exquisite indoor ones, there’s something for everyone here.
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