With the airspace currently closed, here's what global travelers need to know about visiting Dubai and the UAE.

The Emirates’ reputation as a safe destination in a volatile area was put to a brutal test in recent days as Iran, retaliating against U.S.-Israeli attacks, targeted the region with missiles and drones.

Tens of thousands of airline passengers are stranded by the Iran war that has spread across the Gulf region, but some wealthy travelers are getting out — by paying large sums for luxury flights to Europe via airports that are safe from attacks.

Emirates is operating flights to Dubai that are near-empty in some cases as travelers avoid the Persian Gulf, highlighting the challenges for the world’s largest international airline to restore its network amid a protracted war.

British Airways (BA) has cancelled all flights to Dubai until June, citing ongoing uncertainty and unstable airspace in the Gulf. The airline has also suspended flights to Bahrain, Tel Aviv, and Amman until May 31 due to the conflict in Iran.

A travel expert has shared whether Brits with holidays booked to Dubai should cancel their trips as the war in the Middle East continues.

Emirates faces drastically low passenger numbers on inbound flights to Dubai, with some routes seeing as few as 5% occupancy. This comes amid travel advisories and disruptions in the Persian Gulf region.

Dubai’s meteoric rise as a premier destination for American travelers marks a significant shift in international tourism trends. This modern metropolis, emerging from the Arabian desert, combines ultramodern luxury with traditional charm, creating an ...