In the final public holiday of the year, UAE employees in the public sector will enjoy a 4-day weekend for the country's National Day holiday. The UAE Government announced today that December 2 and 3 will be paid holidays for employees working in ministries and federal entities. Combined with the usual Saturday-Sunday weekend, this creates a four-day break. A unified holiday policy implemented in the country ensures that both public and private sector workers receive an equal number of breaks throughout the year.
Also known as the UAE Union Day, the UAE celebrates National Day on December 2 each year to commemorate the unification of the Emirates in 1971. This year, the country turns 53. Every year, UAE citizens and residents celebrate the National Day with enthusiasm, often adorning their cars with UAE flags. Last year, authorities issued guidelines for those celebrating, focusing on maintaining order on the roads and avoiding disruptions in communal spaces.
Airfares on the rise: In October, popular visa-free destinations such as Georgia, Azerbaijan, Thailand, Armenia, and the Maldives saw a significant increase in flight prices for the UAE National Day long weekend. According to travel experts, round-trip tickets that typically cost around Dh800 spiked to over Dh2,800 for some destinations.
Packages on cruises: With airfares to popular destinations continuously rising, residents are exploring alternative ways to celebrate the National Day holiday. While airfare and hotel costs for land-based vacations can quickly add up, cruises offer a single package that often includes accommodations, meals, and entertainment. As demand for 'seacations' rises, travel agents are also offering packages for the last public holiday of the year.
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