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Dubai Attracts Tourists Back: 'My Friends Called Me Crazy, But No Bomb Could Stop Me'
Despite ongoing tensions from the Iran conflict that began in late February, Dubai is experiencing a return of tourists as its peak season starts. Belgian retirees like Erika De Supper and Fusto Barroni visited the UAE, largely unaware of the military escalations, including Iranian drone attacks on Emirati waters. While Belgium advises against non-essential travel due to safety risks, the Netherlands lowered its advisory level in September. The UAE government strictly controls information flow to protect its tourism-dependent economy, arresting those who share images of damage. In 2025, Dubai recorded nearly 19.6 million foreign visitors, with Western Europeans forming the largest group.
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