For UAE residents feeling the itch for a spontaneous getaway, Skyscanner has unveiled an array of travel deals starting from an enticing Dh78.
According to the flight, car hire, and hotel marketplace agency, flexible travellers can secure bargain deals to more than 15 popular holiday destinations, including Kuwait, Jordan, Italy, Greece, and Turkey, with return fares under Dh400 this September.
The exclusive deals accessible through Skyscanner’s ‘everywhere’ search option bring incredible rates, such as Dh78 to Kuwait, Dh158 to Jordan, Dh318 to Italy, and Dh365 to Greece.
The agency emphasized that a willingness to be adaptable with travel dates and destinations is crucial to unlocking these unbeatable prices.
Recent research conducted in collaboration with OnePoll divulged that a whopping 94% of UAE respondents regard themselves as spontaneous.
Furthermore, around 80% admitted to being more impulsive now compared to the pre-pandemic era, with the ongoing global events fueling a desire for unexpected and unplanned journeys.
The study also revealed a significant portion of UAE residents have an average of 14 annual leave days remaining this year, fostering a prime environment for spur-of-the-moment adventures.
Remarkably, 42% have ventured to the airport without a predetermined destination, choosing to book on the spot, and 60% have organized a holiday with less than four days notice.
Skyscanner’s travel expert, Ayoub El Mamoun, advises travellers to exploit the burgeoning number of visa-on-arrival and visa-free travel options available from the UAE.
Coupled with the simplicity of comparing inexpensive flights through platforms like Skyscanner, spontaneous holidays are more accessible than ever.
To ensure travellers snag the best deals, Skyscanner offers the following tips:
- Keep Dates Flexible: Maximizing options by exploring various dates and airports can potentially lead to finding the most cost-effective deals, with less popular days often presenting cheaper fares.
- Mix and Match: Being open to booking different airlines for departure and return flights, or utilizing different airports, can significantly reduce costs.