5 hospitality initiatives supporting UAE residents amid Iran conflict

As travel and tourism across the Gulf region feel the impact of the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict, UAE hospitality and leisure operators are turning their attention to the resident market. Across the Emirates, hotels, attractions and entertainment venues are introducing special initiatives to help locals make the most of spring break and the upcoming Eid holiday.

 

In Dubai, that includes complimentary access and discounted entry to leading attractions, from action-packed water parks to family-friendly leisure experiences.

 

Here are five experiences with free or reduced admission this season.

 

1. Atlantis Dubai’s Aquaventure World and The Lost World Aquarium

 

Atlantis Dubai is providing free entry to Aquaventure World and The Lost World Aquarium from 10 to 22 March. During the offer period, a limited number of complimentary tickets for the water park and aquarium will be available each day. Residents must purchase tickets in advance, and can book up to four tickets in one reservation. 

 

The hotelier is also running a limited-time staycation offer with discounted stays and wellness offerings across both resorts. 

 

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2. Mina Seyahi Jungle Bay Waterpark

 

Destination Mina Seyahi, a collection of three beachfront resorts in Dubai Marina, is offering free access to its Jungle Bay Waterpark for residents until 31 March. The attraction, run by Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark, provides a limited number of complimentary family tickets daily, available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

 

Visitors can enjoy the park’s blue and white Mediterranean theme, featuring a variety of slides from a kids’ splash pad to a six-metre pneumatic wave pool. 

 

3. Dubai Miracle Garden 

 

Dubai Miracle Garden is offering free entry for UAE residents from 15 to 31 March. The offer is valid daily, from 9am to 9pm. Visitors will need to present a valid Emirates ID at the ticket counter. 

 

The 72,000-square-metre attraction runs seasonally, with its 14th season operating from September 2025 to 31 May 2026. Key attractions include the floral castle, umbrella passage, sunflower field and a life-size replica of the Emirates A380.