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The tension remains

Airlines routes more flexible, governments support hotels and tourism

Dubai World Central Airport DWC_exterior night

Without a stopover in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Doha, a journey from Asia to Europe (and vice versa) is now virtually impossible. Arab airports have become extremely important hubs. Everyone is feeling the impact of this during the crisis. / © Alisdair Miller, Dubai Airports

3.4.2026

The chaos and strain in the tourism and hospitality sectors continue. As a result of severe restrictions on oil transport, the Iran conflict is causing a massive rise in kerosene and petrol prices. Airlines are changing their routes, bookings for Greece are stalling, and the governments of Dubai, Cyprus and Egypt have already announced support for the industry. Hotel occupancy rates in the UAE are falling to single figures.

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Maria Pütz-Willems

is a passionate writer who travelled to over 40 countries and got to know the media world from many perspectives. She has been reporting on the international hotel industry for over 30 years and founded hospitalityInside.com in 2005. She finds her balance with fresh air, sports, cooking and sociable friends.