UAE Among World’s Top 10 Dream Destinations for Migration and Tourism

The UAE has solidified its place among the world’s top 10 dream destinations for those considering migration or travel, according to recent data from Numbeo.

Ranked seventh, the UAE received 2.56% of global search interest, placing it ahead of countries like Australia (2.34%), France (2.19%), Switzerland (2.09%), and the Netherlands (1.99%).

Leading the global list was the United States with 5.31% of searches, followed by the UK, Canada, Spain, Germany, and Italy.

A Magnet for Investment and Professional Growth

The UAE has become increasingly attractive to investors, particularly in the post-COVID-19 era. With its stable and growing markets, the UAE appeals to investors and professionals from around the world.

The country’s rapidly expanding economy is generating opportunities across various sectors, making it a popular destination for those seeking professional advancement.

A Booming Tourism Hub

In addition to its appeal for relocation, the UAE has also strengthened its position as a global tourism hotspot.

Dubai, the most visited city in the UAE, welcomed 17.15 million tourists in 2023, surpassing its pre-pandemic peak of 16.73 million.

The UAE’s robust tourism recovery highlights its attractiveness as a destination for exploration and leisure.

Ambitions to Become the Best Place to Live and Work

UAE officials have consistently expressed their vision to make the UAE, and Dubai in particular, one of the best places in the world to live and work.

This ambition aligns with the UAE’s high ranking in several countries as a dream destination, with Numbeo noting its popularity in the top 20 global destinations overall.

The UAE is among the top five dream destinations for residents from Canada, Egypt, India, Jordan, Kazakhstan, Kenya, Kuwait, Malaysia, Nepal, Oman, Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Tunisia, the UK, and Uzbekistan.

It ranks as the number one preferred destination for people from Egypt, Oman, and Pakistan who aspire to move or explore abroad.

UAE Residents’ Dream Destinations

Interestingly, UAE residents also have dream destinations of their own. Their top preferences for relocation or exploration are the UK, followed by Canada, the US, India, Australia, Germany, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Singapore, and Spain.

About Numbeo

Numbeo is the world’s largest database of user-contributed data on cities and countries, offering real-time information on living conditions around the globe, including cost of living, housing, healthcare, traffic, crime, and pollution.

This latest data underscores the UAE’s success in creating an environment that attracts both tourists and professionals, contributing to its reputation as one of the world’s most desirable places to visit, live, and work.