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Summer 2026 travel crunch: UAE residents race for Schengen visas

UAE travellers are booking summer 2026 getaways unusually early, with enquiries starting in January. This shift is driven by significant visa appointment backlogs for Schengen and UK travel, alongside rising airfare and hotel costs. Residents are adopting a more strategic approach, booking early to secure deals and avoid potential delays.

22 Jan 2026 12:40 pm