{
  "id": 4366487,
  "title": "Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports launch welcome-back perks for returning residents",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/dubai-and-abu-dhabi-airports-launch-welcome-back-perks-for-returning-4366487",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-30T07:01:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/travel/2026/08/30/dubai-abu-dhabi-airports-back-to-school-uae/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai International Airport is hosting a welcome-back initiative for residents returning to the UAE after summer break. Passengers are greeted with free refreshments, live entertainment, personalized signs and cultural experiences as families prepare to return for the new school year on August 31. Younger passengers are met by mascots from Dubai Police and the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs, while live music fills the Arrivals area. Families and friends awaiting passengers can create personalized signs at a \"Make Your Welcome Home Sign\" station. Meanwhile, departing passengers on Dubai Taxi receive complimentary refreshments, cold towels and treats. At Abu Dhabi International Airport, Etihad Airways, Abu Dhabi Airports and the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi have collaborated for a \"Welcome Back to Abu Dhabi\" campaign. The initiative offers limited-edition stickers and QR codes for curated itineraries and educational guides, encouraging families to explore the emirate's museums and heritage sites. Children and senior citizens enjoy free museum entry, while all travelers can participate in an interactive installation capturing their pride and gratitude for Dubai. Authorities across the UAE have taken steps to handle the anticipated surge in traffic, including more school zone security, increased school bus frequency and police patrols.",
  "summary": "Residents flying back to the UAE after the summer holidays are being greeted with free refreshments, live entertainment, giveaways and cultural experiences as the country prepares for the start of the new school year. The initiatives come as families return to the UAE ahead of the start of the new school year on Monday, August 31. More than 1.27 million pupils are due to return to more than 1,180…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "Dubai and Abu Dhabi airports launch welcome-back perks for returning residents",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/30/dubai-and-abu-dhabi-airports-launch-welcome-back-perks-for-returning",
        "published": "2026-08-30T07:01:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}