What To Know
- Despite adjustments in some sectors, Dubai continues to demonstrate its strong organisation, resilience and ability to maintain daily life, with residents and visitors enjoying the city’s beaches, malls, gyms and restaurants as usual.
- In a show of confidence, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, were seen visiting Dubai Mall earlier this week.
- Mall of the Emirates is also operating daily from 10am to 1am, continuing to welcome visitors while prioritising the safety and comfort of guests.
Dubai continues to operate smoothly across most sectors, with malls, beaches, gyms and restaurants welcoming visitors while authorities maintain strong coordination and safety measures across the city.
Dubai remains active and welcoming for residents and visitors, with most businesses, public spaces and services continuing their normal operations.
While aviation services have seen some temporary adjustments, daily life across the city continues with confidence as authorities coordinate closely with organisations and businesses to maintain smooth operations.
Here is a look at the latest updates across key sectors in Dubai.
Airports
Image: Government of Dubai Media Office/Website
Dubai Airports confirmed that limited operations resumed at Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) starting Monday evening, March 2.
Airlines are gradually managing flight schedules while maintaining coordination with authorities. Passengers are advised to travel to the airport only after receiving confirmation directly from their airline.
Emirates has been operating a limited number of special repatriation flights, while flydubai has also resumed selected services.
Inside the airport, several facilities remain available to travellers, including Dubai Duty Free and McDonald’s, along with selected retail and dining outlets.
Beaches
Dubai’s popular public beaches continue to welcome visitors as usual.
According to Dubai Municipality, the following beaches are fully open:
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Jumeirah Beach 1
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Jumeirah Beach 2
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Jumeirah Beach 3
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Umm Suqeim 1
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Umm Suqeim 2
Residents and tourists are enjoying Dubai’s coastline, with the city continuing to offer some of the region’s most beautiful beach destinations.
Gyms and fitness centres
Fitness facilities across Dubai are operating normally, allowing residents to maintain their wellness routines.
Popular gyms including GymNation, GIGAFIT, BOXiQ, 51Gym, Chalk Training Ground and Fitness First Middle East remain open and active.
The Privilee membership platform, which offers access to hundreds of pools, gyms and fitness venues across the city, is also fully operational.
Fitness locations within Emaar communities, including Veo Fitness, continue to welcome members as usual.
Shopping malls
Dubai’s world-class shopping destinations remain open and active.
Dubai Mall, one of the world’s most visited retail destinations, continues to operate normally.
In a show of confidence, UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan and Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, were seen visiting Dubai Mall earlier this week.
Other major retail destinations also remain open, including:
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Dubai Hills Mall
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Souk Al Bahar
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Nad Al Sheba Mall
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Palm Jumeirah Mall
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Dragon Mart
Mall of the Emirates is also operating daily from 10am to 1am, continuing to welcome visitors while prioritising the safety and comfort of guests.
Outdoor attractions
Some major attractions have temporarily paused operations while monitoring developments.
These include:
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Global Village
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Ain Dubai
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Dubai Parks and Resorts
Operators continue to share updates through their official channels regarding reopening schedules.
Restaurants and hospitality
Dubai’s vibrant dining scene continues to operate, with the majority of restaurants welcoming guests as usual.
Many restaurants across malls, hotels and food courts remain open, offering residents and visitors a wide range of dining options.
Emaar confirmed that its hospitality assets continue to operate normally, supported by strong coordination with relevant authorities.
Guests are encouraged to check directly with restaurants for the latest operating hours.
Schools and education
Across the UAE, schools and universities have temporarily shifted to distance learning.
Students from both public and private institutions are continuing classes online until Friday, March 6, allowing education to continue smoothly while maintaining flexibility.
The Ministry of Education continues to monitor developments and will provide further updates if necessary.
Despite adjustments in some sectors, Dubai continues to demonstrate its strong organisation, resilience and ability to maintain daily life, with residents and visitors enjoying the city’s beaches, malls, gyms and restaurants as usual.
