- by travelandtourworld
- 30 Oct 2024
Dubai International (DXB) has raised the bar on its contribution to Dubai’s economy by welcoming a record 44.9 million travelers during the first six months of this year.
Dubai International (DXB) has raised the bar on its contribution to DubaiâÃâ¬Ãâ¢s economy by welcoming a record 44.9 million travelers during the first six months of this year.
Marking an 8% year-on-year increase in guests, DXB has established its position as a globally preferred gateway, boosted by strong connectivity with key international markets, while reaffirming its central role in supporting DubaiâÃâ¬Ãâ¢s economic growth.
Dubai attracted 9.31 million international visitors in H1 2024, reflecting its burgeoning appeal as a global hub for talent, enterprises, and investors.
These figures, recently released by DubaiâÃâ¬Ãâ¢s Department of Economy and Tourism, tie in closely with the growth of DubaiâÃâ¬Ãâ¢s GDP, which reached AED 115 billion in Q1 2024, up 3.2% from the previous year.
A Delta Air Lines flight bound for New York City from Las Vegas made an emergency landing shortly after takeoff on October 29, 2024, due to fumes in the cockpit. Flight DL2133, originating from Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas and destined for LaGuardia Airport (LGA) in New York, reported an issue within minutes of departure, leading the crew to declare an emergency and return to the Las Vegas airport for a safe landing.
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