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Browse \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fholidays\" target=\"_blank\">Alike holiday packages\u003C\u002Fa> across Southeast Asia, Europe, and beyond, with flexible cancellations and no hidden fees. ",{"alignment":528},{"alignment":529},"left",{"id":531,"type":532,"data":533,"tunes":535},"bFIKIq1vsh","header",{"text":534,"level":265},"Quick Facts: Eid Al Adha 2026 Holiday Window ",{"alignment":536},{"alignment":529},{"id":538,"type":539,"data":540},"XidBM7-DFT","table",{"withHeadings":541,"content":542},false,[543,547,550,553,557,560,564,568,571],[544,545,546],"\u003Cb>Detail \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Public Sector & Schools \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Private Sector \u003C\u002Fb>",[548,549,549],"Arafah Day ","Tuesday 26 May 2026 ",[551,552,552],"Eid Al Adha holiday ","26-29 May 2026 ",[554,555,556],"Public sector extra day ","From Monday 25 May (FAHR confirmed) ","Not applicable (MoHRE confirmed 4 days only) ",[558,559,559],"Weekend extension ","30-31 May 2026 ",[561,562,563],"Total break ","9 days (25 May-2 June) ","6 days (26-31 May) ",[565,566,567],"With 1 annual leave day ","Extends to 10 days ","Extends to 7 days (take 1 June off) ",[569,570,570],"Work resumes ","Monday 1 June 2026 ",[572,573,573],"Currency for this guide ","AED ",{"id":575,"type":532,"data":576,"tunes":578},"anUgcomDAM",{"text":577,"level":265},"How Does the Eid Al Adha 2026 Break Work? ",{"alignment":579},{"alignment":529},{"id":581,"type":524,"data":582,"tunes":584},"ck9qmh0Chy",{"text":583},"Arafah Day falls on Tuesday 26 May, followed by Eid Al Adha on Wednesday 27 May through Friday 29 May. FAHR confirmed that public sector workers and schools get a five-day block starting Monday 25 May. Combined with the surrounding weekends, that runs to nine consecutive days off with no leave needed. ",{"alignment":585},{"alignment":529},{"id":587,"type":524,"data":588,"tunes":590},"DHaAPDT2_n",{"text":589},"Private sector workers get four paid days confirmed by MoHRE on 18 May 2026 - Tuesday 26 May to Friday 29 May. Add the weekend after and that's six days, with work resuming Monday 1 June. Take one annual leave day on 1 June and private sector workers join the nine-day window too. ",{"alignment":591},{"alignment":529},{"id":593,"type":524,"data":594,"tunes":596},"KVM7vGbfFK",{"text":595},"Six days is enough for a proper Bangkok and Phuket trip. Nine days opens up Japan, Sri Lanka, and London with day trips. The only mistake is treating it like a long weekend. ",{"alignment":597},{"alignment":529},{"id":599,"type":532,"data":600,"tunes":602},"DqUovBzXGf",{"text":601,"level":265},"Where Are UAE Residents Actually Going for Eid 2026? ",{"alignment":603},{"alignment":529},{"id":605,"type":524,"data":606,"tunes":608},"0ou09Ni93D",{"text":607},"\u003Cb>1. Istanbul, Turkey\u003C\u002Fb>  ",{"alignment":609},{"alignment":529},{"id":611,"type":524,"data":612,"tunes":614},"J-rnA9g9MQ",{"text":613},"Istanbul is the most-searched Eid destination from the UAE, and the reasons aren't hard to find. Most GCC passport holders arrive visa-free. Halal food is the default, not an exception. The call to prayer echoes off Ottoman stone at Fajr. The atmosphere during Kurban Bayramı - Turkey's name for Eid Al Adha - is genuinely festive rather than commercial. ",{"alignment":615},{"alignment":529},{"id":617,"type":524,"data":618,"tunes":620},"Ixx-_vnt5p",{"text":619},"\u003Cb>The Bosphorus is at its best in late May:\u003C\u002Fb> warm enough to eat outside, cool enough to walk for hours. The Grand Bazaar fills with Eid shoppers. Beyoğlu's restaurants stay open late. Book the Sultanahmet side for atmosphere; stay in Nişantaşı if you want quieter streets and better coffee. ",{"alignment":621},{"alignment":529},{"id":623,"type":524,"data":624,"tunes":626},"-Neqfb-wn0",{"text":625},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Balık ekmek on the Galata Bridge at lunchtime, lamb köfte at a Sultanahmet lokanta in the evening, and baklava from Hafız Mustafa 1864 on İstiklal Caddesi - the pistachio version. ",{"alignment":627},{"alignment":529},{"id":629,"type":539,"data":630},"HdSHyXsGzt",{"withHeadings":541,"content":631},[632,637,642],[633,634,635,636],"\u003Cb>From \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Airlines \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Approx. Flight Time \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Notes \u003C\u002Fb>",[638,639,640,641],"Dubai (DXB) ","Emirates, Turkish Airlines, flydubai ","3 hrs 45 min ","Multiple daily ",[643,644,645,646],"Abu Dhabi (AUH) ","Etihad, Turkish Airlines ","4 hrs ","Daily ",{"id":648,"type":524,"data":649,"tunes":651},"RWfc6hyT2d",{"text":650},"\u003Cb>Visa\u003C\u002Fb>: Visa-free for UAE residents holding most GCC-issued passports. Indian and Pakistani passport holders require an e-Visa - apply at evisa.gov.tr before booking. ",{"alignment":652},{"alignment":529},{"id":654,"type":524,"data":655,"tunes":657},"70wAakSwjn",{"text":656},"\u003Cb>Alike tip:\u003C\u002Fb> During Kurban Bayramı, many local neighbourhood restaurants close on the first day. Stick to Sultanahmet and Beyoğlu tourist-area restaurants on 27 May, then explore locally from 28 May onwards. ",{"alignment":658},{"alignment":529},{"id":660,"type":524,"data":661,"tunes":663},"dD4ZoY0G5w",{"text":662},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 5 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 5,500-9,000 including flights and a mid-range hotel near Sultanahmet. ",{"alignment":664},{"alignment":529},{"id":666,"type":524,"data":667,"tunes":669},"VT3-xqn5fr",{"text":668},"\u003Cb>2. Kuala Lumpur and Langkawi, Malaysia \u003C\u002Fb>",{"alignment":670},{"alignment":529},{"id":672,"type":524,"data":673,"tunes":675},"6Ms7Jie3vG",{"text":674},"Malaysia celebrates Hari Raya Haji at the same time, which means the entire country is in festive mode when you land. Halal food is the default. Most GCC residents arrive visa-free for 90 days. Flights from Dubai come in under six hours. ",{"alignment":676},{"alignment":529},{"id":678,"type":524,"data":679,"tunes":681},"ZMb0u0BZKd",{"text":680},"\u003Cb>Kuala Lumpur works as a first stop:\u003C\u002Fb> KLCC, Petronas Towers, Batu Caves, the Bangsar food scene. Then take the one-hour flight to Langkawi for beaches and duty-free shopping. The Datai Langkawi is extraordinary if you want to push the boat out. The Pelangi Beach Resort sits right on Pantai Cenang and works perfectly well if you don't. ",{"alignment":682},{"alignment":529},{"id":684,"type":524,"data":685,"tunes":687},"94Mkqhz-On",{"text":686},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Nasi lemak at a Bangsar kopitiam, roti canai with dhal for breakfast in KLCC, and fresh grilled fish at the Langkawi night market in Kuah.  ",{"alignment":688},{"alignment":529},{"id":690,"type":539,"data":691},"4I6F_pV9rF",{"withHeadings":541,"content":692},[693,694,697,700],[633,634,635,636],[638,695,696,646],"Emirates, Malaysia Airlines, Air Arabia ","5 hrs 45 min ",[643,698,699,646],"Etihad, Malaysia Airlines ","6 hrs ",[701,702,703,646],"Sharjah (SHJ) ","Air Arabia ","5 hrs 50 min ",{"id":705,"type":524,"data":706,"tunes":708},"rrg5-H7p6o",{"text":707}," \u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> Visa-free for most nationalities for 30-90 days. Verify your specific passport at tourism.gov.my. ",{"alignment":709},{"alignment":529},{"id":711,"type":524,"data":712,"tunes":714},"z3brLTymBz",{"text":713},"\u003Cb>Alike tip:\u003C\u002Fb> Sharjah's Air Arabia routes to Kuala Lumpur are often significantly cheaper than Emirates or Etihad on the same dates. Check SHJ fares before you commit to DXB. ",{"alignment":715},{"alignment":529},{"id":717,"type":524,"data":718,"tunes":720},"GgGag1c47E",{"text":719},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 7 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 6,000-10,000 including flights, split between KL (3 nights) and Langkawi (4 nights). ",{"alignment":721},{"alignment":529},{"id":723,"type":524,"data":724,"tunes":726},"d1xe_JPCZe",{"text":725},"\u003Cb>3. Bangkok and Phuket, Thailand \u003C\u002Fb>",{"alignment":727},{"alignment":529},{"id":729,"type":524,"data":730,"tunes":732},"N0xFji-CgY",{"text":731},"Thailand has been visa-free for most nationalities since 2024 and bookings have not slowed. Bangkok for the first three days - Chatuchak weekend market on Saturday morning, Wat Pho in the afternoon, a rooftop as the sun goes down - then fly south to Phuket. Patong is worth skipping. Kata Noi and Kamala are quieter, cleaner, and better. ",{"alignment":733},{"alignment":529},{"id":735,"type":524,"data":736,"tunes":738},"t9GbXcav4a",{"text":737},"Halal food is available across both cities, particularly in Bangkok's Bang Rak district and around Phuket Town's older Muslim quarter. Thai hospitality during Islamic holidays is easy and genuine. ",{"alignment":739},{"alignment":529},{"id":741,"type":524,"data":742,"tunes":744},"FSPXWD9_3u",{"text":743},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Khao mok gai from the halal stalls on Convent Road, massaman curry at a Kata Noi beach restaurant, and fresh coconut ice cream from a Chatuchak market stall. ",{"alignment":745},{"alignment":529},{"id":747,"type":539,"data":748},"VLT6bAy26B",{"withHeadings":541,"content":749},[750,752,755,759],[633,634,635,751],"\u003Cb>Notes\u003C\u002Fb> ",[638,753,754,646],"Emirates, Thai Airways, flydubai ","6 hrs 15 min (BKK) ",[643,756,757,758],"Etihad, Thai Airways ","6 hrs 30 min ","Several weekly ",[701,702,699,758],{"id":761,"type":524,"data":762,"tunes":764},"lF7Q-jLos7",{"text":763}," \u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> Visa exemption for most nationalities - 60 days on arrival. Verify your passport at \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Ftourismthailand.org\u002F\" target=\"_blank\">tourismthailand.org\u003C\u002Fa>. ",{"alignment":765},{"alignment":529},{"id":767,"type":524,"data":768,"tunes":770},"I00ebJWkQV",{"text":769},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 7 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 4,500-8,000 including flights, depending on Phuket accommodation tier. ",{"alignment":771},{"alignment":529},"2.31.0",{"id":774,"section":775,"theme":68,"status":69,"translations":776},"1f95b01a-2363-40d2-94eb-0f6f8041d22a","ea0e9eb2-dd72-46b2-98ab-c00872e61c72",[],{"id":499,"translations":778,"metadata":1267},[779],{"id":780,"sc_content_block_id":499,"languages_id":184,"content":781},2733,{"time":782,"blocks":783,"version":772},1780586680173,[784,790,796,802,808,819,825,831,837,843,849,855,861,867,878,884,890,896,902,908,914,920,931,937,943,949,955,961,972,978,984,990,996,1039,1045,1051,1057,1063,1069,1075,1081,1087,1093,1099,1105,1111,1117,1123,1129,1135,1141,1147,1153,1159,1165,1171,1177,1183,1189,1195,1201,1207,1213,1219,1225,1231,1237,1243,1249,1255,1261],{"id":785,"type":524,"data":786,"tunes":788},"Vq0qAW5dwJ",{"text":787},"\u003Cb>4. Singapore\u003C\u002Fb> ",{"alignment":789},{"alignment":529},{"id":791,"type":524,"data":792,"tunes":794},"8-Ec2t4GIZ",{"text":793},"Singapore is the most complete destination on this list. Families have Universal Studios Singapore, Sentosa Island, Singapore Zoo, and the Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa - a marine conservation institute that opened on 23 July 2025, three times larger than the former S.E.A. Aquarium it replaced. Couples have hawker stalls at Maxwell Food Centre and rooftops at Marina Bay Sands. The MRT goes everywhere. The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fsingapore-tourist-pass\">Singapore Tourist Pass\u003C\u002Fa> covers 50+ attractions through a Build Your Own Pass model - choose what you want and the savings grow as you add more. Buy online in advance; popular attractions fill up over Eid weekend. ",{"alignment":795},{"alignment":529},{"id":797,"type":524,"data":798,"tunes":800},"NXKK-h4qA2",{"text":799},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Char kway teow at Old Airport Road Food Centre, halal chilli crab at Mutiara Seafood by Jumbo Group in Wisma Geylang Serai (MUIS halal-certified, the group's first halal restaurant), and durian from the Geylang stalls if you're feeling adventurous. ",{"alignment":801},{"alignment":529},{"id":803,"type":524,"data":804,"tunes":806},"sCz127Ci2T",{"text":805},"\u003Cb>More on Singapore:\u003C\u002Fb> Planning a longer Singapore trip? See our complete guide -\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fblog\u002Fsingapore-travel-faqs\">Singapore Travel FAQs 2026\u003C\u002Fa>  ",{"alignment":807},{"alignment":529},{"id":809,"type":539,"data":810},"QRhBGWPf6B",{"withHeadings":541,"stretched":541,"content":811},[812,813,816],[633,634,635,636],[638,814,815,646],"Emirates, Singapore Airlines, flydubai ","6 hrs 50 min ",[643,817,818,646],"Etihad, Singapore Airlines ","7 hrs ",{"id":820,"type":524,"data":821,"tunes":823},"gMIR5YUsC1",{"text":822},"\u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> Visa-free for most nationalities for 30-90 days. ",{"alignment":824},{"alignment":529},{"id":826,"type":524,"data":827,"tunes":829},"8SZymJZ1Da",{"text":828},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 6 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 8,500-14,000 including flights and mid-range accommodation on Sentosa or in the Marina Bay area.  ",{"alignment":830},{"alignment":529},{"id":832,"type":524,"data":833,"tunes":835},"z5pykf_SMk",{"text":834},"\u003Cb>5. London, United Kingdom \u003C\u002Fb>",{"alignment":836},{"alignment":529},{"id":838,"type":524,"data":839,"tunes":841},"h6DK5y69LX",{"text":840},"June is London's best month for daylight and outdoor life. Late May - when UAE Eid break travellers actually arrive - delivers the same: long evenings, parks in full bloom, and a city that stays light until nearly 9pm. Street food markets, open-air cinema, and the broader London summer programme mean there is no shortage of things to fill a seven-night trip. ",{"alignment":842},{"alignment":529},{"id":844,"type":524,"data":845,"tunes":847},"c1ZCOED06Z",{"text":846},"The \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Flondon-tourist-pass\">London Tourist Pass\u003C\u002Fa> lets you build your own bundle from 40+ attractions or pick from 20+ curated Bestseller Bundles, saving up to 30% versus individual ticket prices. The Build Your Own Pass starts from $24 per person; Bestseller Bundles from $32. Tower of London, Tower Bridge, Kensington Palace, and the London Eye are among the most popular anchors. Pre-book online to guarantee entry - popular attractions fill fast during the Eid peak travel window. ",{"alignment":848},{"alignment":529},{"id":850,"type":524,"data":851,"tunes":853},"xVvyQx5MGu",{"text":852},"Planning with kids? See how much a family of four saves with the London Tourist Pass -\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fblog\u002Flondon-tourist-pass-for-families\">London Tourist Pass for Families\u003C\u002Fa> ",{"alignment":854},{"alignment":529},{"id":856,"type":524,"data":857,"tunes":859},"8iJq2ndHkL",{"text":858},"How long does a UK visa take from the UAE? Standard processing is 15 working days. Priority Service at VFS Global in Dubai or Abu Dhabi takes 5 working days. Super Priority: 24-48 hours. Emirati nationals need an Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) - apply at gov.uk\u002Fapply-uk-visa. ",{"alignment":860},{"alignment":529},{"id":862,"type":524,"data":863,"tunes":865},"VyW6PhPzDU",{"text":864},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Salt beef beigel at Beigel Bake on Brick Lane (open 24\u002F7), a proper Sunday roast at The Windmill on Clapham Common, and Borough Market on Saturday morning for everything else.  ",{"alignment":866},{"alignment":529},{"id":868,"type":539,"data":869},"KuGCmfgPCg",{"withHeadings":541,"stretched":541,"content":870},[871,872,875],[633,634,635,636],[638,873,874,641],"Emirates, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic ","7 hrs 20 min ",[643,876,877,646],"Etihad, British Airways ","7 hrs 30 min ",{"id":879,"type":524,"data":880,"tunes":882},"hSXkU3zrX1",{"text":881},"\u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> UK Standard Visitor Visa required for most nationalities. Standard: 15 working days. Priority: 5 working days. Super Priority: 24-48 hours. Emirati nationals need an ETA (apply at gov.uk\u002Fapply-uk-visa). ",{"alignment":883},{"alignment":529},{"id":885,"type":524,"data":886,"tunes":888},"KpBgVgOk3k",{"text":887},"\u003Cb>Alike tip:\u003C\u002Fb> If London is your plan, apply for the visa now. Priority appointments at VFS Global fill quickly during peak travel periods, and a Super Priority slot three days before you fly is not a situation you want to be in. ",{"alignment":889},{"alignment":529},{"id":891,"type":524,"data":892,"tunes":894},"Q_etbWYq88",{"text":893},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 7 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 12,000-20,000 including flights, hotels in central London, and the \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Flondon-tourist-pass\">London Tourist Pass\u003C\u002Fa>.",{"alignment":895},{"alignment":529},{"id":897,"type":524,"data":898,"tunes":900},"WApd3_fwvb",{"text":899},"\u003Cb>6. Maldives\u003C\u002Fb> ",{"alignment":901},{"alignment":529},{"id":903,"type":524,"data":904,"tunes":906},"8GbQuDXh5W",{"text":905},"For Eid, the Maldives delivers what nothing else can: a water villa, no decisions, no itinerary, and four hours from Dubai. It is not cheap. It is exactly what an Eid break is sometimes supposed to be. ",{"alignment":907},{"alignment":529},{"id":909,"type":524,"data":910,"tunes":912},"L4iAV-bAE4",{"text":911},"Most UAE residents arrive visa-free for 30 days. The Maldives is a Muslim-majority country, so the Eid atmosphere on local islands is sincere rather than tourist-facing. Stay a night on Maafushi before heading to a resort if you want the holiday itself rather than just the holiday backdrop. ",{"alignment":913},{"alignment":529},{"id":915,"type":524,"data":916,"tunes":918},"kaP4OLJ7UF",{"text":917},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Fresh tuna curry (garudhiya) on a local island, lobster at a resort beach restaurant, and a short eats breakfast - roshi bread with coconut sambal - at a local café on Maafushi. ",{"alignment":919},{"alignment":529},{"id":921,"type":539,"data":922},"7X1SCIfDrv",{"withHeadings":541,"stretched":541,"content":923},[924,925,928],[633,634,635,751],[638,926,927,646],"Emirates, Maldivian, flydubai ","4 hrs ",[643,929,930,758],"Etihad ","4 hrs 15 min ",{"id":932,"type":524,"data":933,"tunes":935},"Nn3ui1A1SO",{"text":934}," \u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> Visa on arrival for most nationalities, 30 days, free. ",{"alignment":936},{"alignment":529},{"id":938,"type":524,"data":939,"tunes":941},"1I7qFqkpke",{"text":940},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 5 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 9,000-30,000+ depending on resort tier. Overwater villas at premium resorts run AED 2,500-5,000 per night. Mid-range resorts on the local island circuit: AED 600-900 per night.  ",{"alignment":942},{"alignment":529},{"id":944,"type":524,"data":945,"tunes":947},"JFu3BMmrMJ",{"text":946},"\u003Cb>7. Baku, Azerbaijan \u003C\u002Fb>",{"alignment":948},{"alignment":529},{"id":950,"type":524,"data":951,"tunes":953},"JNbarDT0Gp",{"text":952},"Baku is the most underrated Eid destination from the UAE. Azerbaijan is a Muslim-majority country with a secular, cosmopolitan capital. The Flame Towers light up the Caspian skyline at night. Icheri Sheher, Baku's UNESCO-listed walled Old City, takes an afternoon to walk properly and feels completely unlike anywhere else in the region. The Caspian seafront boulevard stretches for miles. Flights from Dubai are under three and a half hours. The city is not crowded. ",{"alignment":954},{"alignment":529},{"id":956,"type":524,"data":957,"tunes":959},"u78grwNKhW",{"text":958},"\u003Cb>What to eat:\u003C\u002Fb> Plov (saffron rice with lamb) at Firuze Restaurant on Fountains Square, dovga (chilled yoghurt soup) as a starter, and pakhlava from any local bakery inside the Old City. ",{"alignment":960},{"alignment":529},{"id":962,"type":539,"data":963},"849njh27bJ",{"withHeadings":541,"stretched":541,"content":964},[965,966,969],[633,634,635,636],[638,967,968,646],"flydubai, Azerbaijan Airlines ","3 hrs 15 min ",[643,970,971,758],"Air Arabia, Azerbaijan Airlines ","3 hrs 30 min ",{"id":973,"type":524,"data":974,"tunes":976},"mXKUj0LvJu",{"text":975}," \u003Cb>Visa:\u003C\u002Fb> Visa-free for UAE residents of many nationalities. Others apply for an e-Visa at evisa.gov.az. ",{"alignment":977},{"alignment":529},{"id":979,"type":524,"data":980,"tunes":982},"eBI7mgoZtb",{"text":981},"\u003Cb>Alike tip:\u003C\u002Fb> Stay in or immediately next to Icheri Sheher. The narrow limestone streets of the Old City are the whole point - commuting to them from a business-district hotel misses it entirely. ",{"alignment":983},{"alignment":529},{"id":985,"type":524,"data":986,"tunes":988},"Gk2OncAQPc",{"text":987},"\u003Cb>Estimated cost for 5 nights (per couple, AED):\u003C\u002Fb> AED 4,000-7,000, including flights, making this the best-value trip on this list. ",{"alignment":989},{"alignment":529},{"id":991,"type":532,"data":992,"tunes":994},"boyRAkp1bt",{"text":993,"level":265},"Eid Al Adha 2026 Destination Comparison  ",{"alignment":995},{"alignment":529},{"id":997,"type":539,"data":998},"px-hWxS4hc",{"withHeadings":541,"stretched":541,"content":999},[1000,1006,1012,1017,1022,1026,1031,1035],[1001,1002,1003,1004,1005],"\u003Cb>Destination\u003C\u002Fb> ","\u003Cb>Flight from Dubai \u003C\u002Fb>","\u003Cb>Visa?\u003C\u002Fb> ","\u003Cb>Budget per couple (AED)\u003C\u002Fb> ","\u003Cb>Best For \u003C\u002Fb>",[1007,1008,1009,1010,1011],"\u003Cb>Istanbul \u003C\u002Fb>","3 hrs 45 min ","Mostly no ","5,500-9,000 ","Culture, Eid atmosphere, halal food ",[1013,696,1014,1015,1016],"\u003Cb>KL + Langkawi \u003C\u002Fb>","No ","6,000-10,000 ","Families, beach, Hari Raya Haji vibe ",[1018,1019,1014,1020,1021],"\u003Cb>Bangkok + Phuket \u003C\u002Fb>","6 hrs 15 min ","4,500-8,000 ","Beach, food, value ",[1023,815,1014,1024,1025],"\u003Cb>Singapore \u003C\u002Fb>","8,500-14,000 ","Families, shopping, attractions ",[1027,874,1028,1029,1030],"\u003Cb>London\u003C\u002Fb> ","Usually yes ","12,000-20,000 ","June summer season, LTP, long haul ",[1032,927,1014,1033,1034],"\u003Cb>Maldives\u003C\u002Fb> ","9,000-30,000+ ","Couples, luxury, complete rest ",[1036,968,1009,1037,1038],"\u003Cb>Baku \u003C\u002Fb>","4,000-7,000 ","Best value, Muslim culture, underrated ",{"id":1040,"type":524,"data":1041,"tunes":1043},"jwXxl-RaS7",{"text":1042},"\u003Ci>Costs verified as of June 2026 and cover flights plus accommodation for the stated duration. Prices vary by airline, hotel tier, and booking date. Always confirm live fares before booking. \u003C\u002Fi> ",{"alignment":1044},{"alignment":529},{"id":1046,"type":532,"data":1047,"tunes":1049},"eQ57ihh-oi",{"text":1048,"level":265},"Alike Tips for Eid Travel 2026 ",{"alignment":1050},{"alignment":529},{"id":1052,"type":524,"data":1053,"tunes":1055},"4TLB5bgxit",{"text":1054},"If you have six days (private sector), prioritise short-haul. Istanbul, Baku, Maldives, and Bangkok plus Phuket all work well in six days. Singapore and London need seven or more to do them justice. ",{"alignment":1056},{"alignment":529},{"id":1058,"type":524,"data":1059,"tunes":1061},"YUoh62Vo1-",{"text":1060},"If you have nine days (public sector and schools), go further. Japan, Sri Lanka, and London with day trips are all properly achievable. The nine-day window is the one you wait for all year. ",{"alignment":1062},{"alignment":529},{"id":1064,"type":524,"data":1065,"tunes":1067},"0Mk3kp7bMh",{"text":1066},"Sharjah airport is worth checking first for Malaysia, Bangkok, and Istanbul. Air Arabia's fares on those routes regularly undercut Emirates and Etihad by AED 400-800 per person on the same travel dates. ",{"alignment":1068},{"alignment":529},{"id":1070,"type":524,"data":1071,"tunes":1073},"zN0X0_Com0",{"text":1072},"In Istanbul during Kurban Bayramı, many neighbourhood restaurants close for the first day. The tourist-area restaurants in Sultanahmet and Beyoğlu stay open throughout. Plan your first evening there and explore locally from the second day. ",{"alignment":1074},{"alignment":529},{"id":1076,"type":524,"data":1077,"tunes":1079},"fPnOFa-_43",{"text":1078},"For London, the visa timing is everything. Standard processing is 15 working days. Priority at VFS Global gets you a decision in five. If you haven't applied yet, do it today.  ",{"alignment":1080},{"alignment":529},{"id":1082,"type":532,"data":1083,"tunes":1085},"pTsjywYZev",{"text":1084,"level":265},"Eid Al Adha 2026: Planning Your Break from the UK ",{"alignment":1086},{"alignment":529},{"id":1088,"type":524,"data":1089,"tunes":1091},"jz_K1JriCR",{"text":1090},"Eid Al Adha is not a bank holiday in the UK. British Muslim families take annual leave for the day itself and combine it with whatever weekend falls nearest - in 2026, that means the long weekend around 27-29 May. Four to five days of annual leave opens a six-to-nine-day window that makes international travel genuinely worthwhile. ",{"alignment":1092},{"alignment":529},{"id":1094,"type":532,"data":1095,"tunes":1097},"LyL55ivvQf",{"text":1096,"level":265},"Best Destinations for a Family Eid Al Adha Break from the UK ",{"alignment":1098},{"alignment":529},{"id":1100,"type":524,"data":1101,"tunes":1103},"QEDhd38ehb",{"text":1102},"For families travelling from the UK, the strongest Eid destinations balance short flying time, halal food as a default, and enough for children to do without a packed itinerary from day one. ",{"alignment":1104},{"alignment":529},{"id":1106,"type":524,"data":1107,"tunes":1109},"B3UkBk94aK",{"text":1108},"Istanbul is four hours from Heathrow on Turkish Airlines or British Airways. Close enough for school-age children, festive during Kurban Bayramı, and manageable on a mid-range budget. Most UK passport holders require an e-Visa from evisa.gov.tr - apply well ahead of travel. ",{"alignment":1110},{"alignment":529},{"id":1112,"type":524,"data":1113,"tunes":1115},"ESJPOIxwXL",{"text":1114},"Dubai works as a standalone destination or as a stopover into Southeast Asia. Emirates and flydubai operate multiple daily departures from London, Birmingham, and Manchester. ",{"alignment":1116},{"alignment":529},{"id":1118,"type":524,"data":1119,"tunes":1121},"54pPvN4wdA",{"text":1120},"Marrakech is 3.5 hours from most UK airports, served by Ryanair, easyJet, and Royal Air Maroc year-round. Halal food, a culturally familiar atmosphere, and significantly lower hotel costs than Istanbul or Dubai make it the strongest budget option for UK families. ",{"alignment":1122},{"alignment":529},{"id":1124,"type":524,"data":1125,"tunes":1127},"JoWieKl-pz",{"text":1126},"Kuala Lumpur is 13 hours from Heathrow on Malaysia Airlines direct. Malaysia's default halal food infrastructure, strong family attractions, and the option to combine with Langkawi beaches make it one of the most rewarding longer-haul options for UK Muslim families. ",{"alignment":1128},{"alignment":529},{"id":1130,"type":524,"data":1131,"tunes":1133},"255KDDGMhq",{"text":1132},"Related reading: How much does a family of four actually save with the London Tourist Pass? -\u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fblog\u002Flondon-tourist-pass-for-families\">London Tourist Pass for Families: Is It Worth It?\u003C\u002Fa> ",{"alignment":1134},{"alignment":529},{"id":1136,"type":532,"data":1137,"tunes":1139},"ntDUqRn50J",{"text":1138,"level":265},"Top Holiday Packages for Eid Al Adha from the UK ",{"alignment":1140},{"alignment":529},{"id":1142,"type":524,"data":1143,"tunes":1145},"v5JNmn2vQD",{"text":1144},"Several UK-based operators specialise in Eid travel and Muslim-friendly packages. \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fholidays\">Alike's holiday platform\u003C\u002Fa> includes flexible cancellation and the option to build an itinerary around your specific break length - particularly useful when Eid dates are confirmed by moon sighting and can shift by a day. Book with flexible cancellation as standard for any Eid trip. ",{"alignment":1146},{"alignment":529},{"id":1148,"type":524,"data":1149,"tunes":1151},"Ffcehqsu85",{"text":1150},"For tailored packages with visa assistance built in, Halal Holidays (halalholidays.co.uk) offers ATOL-protected Muslim-friendly packages to Turkey, Malaysia, and UAE. Islamic Travel (islamictravel.org) and specialist UK agents cover Southeast Asia with halal service throughout. ",{"alignment":1152},{"alignment":529},{"id":1154,"type":532,"data":1155,"tunes":1157},"J7lFBD-jOg",{"text":1156,"level":265},"What Are Popular Package Holiday Providers for Eid Al Adha Trips? ",{"alignment":1158},{"alignment":529},{"id":1160,"type":524,"data":1161,"tunes":1163},"z_mIyM17Iw",{"text":1162},"The provider landscape splits between specialist Muslim travel operators and mainstream OTAs that have added halal filters. ",{"alignment":1164},{"alignment":529},{"id":1166,"type":524,"data":1167,"tunes":1169},"OeArfgEF52",{"text":1168},"Specialist operators: Halal Holidays, Halal Booking, Islamic Travel, and Al-Rayan Travel are the most established in the UK. All offer ATOL protection and handle visa assistance for common Eid destinations. ",{"alignment":1170},{"alignment":529},{"id":1172,"type":524,"data":1173,"tunes":1175},"WZc7gvm5hs",{"text":1174},"Mainstream with halal filters: Booking.com, Expedia, and TUI all carry Muslim-friendly hotel filters. Quality varies - specialist operators tend to have pre-vetted the no-alcohol and prayer facility claims more rigorously. ",{"alignment":1176},{"alignment":529},{"id":1178,"type":524,"data":1179,"tunes":1181},"Y4DkZ1YEwZ",{"text":1180},"\u003Cb>Alike\u003C\u002Fb>: For UAE-based travellers and UK residents, Alike's holiday packages offer curated itineraries with Alike Assured flexible cancellation - useful for Eid bookings where the exact break length is confirmed late. ",{"alignment":1182},{"alignment":529},{"id":1184,"type":532,"data":1185,"tunes":1187},"EcGopA9cpd",{"text":1186,"level":265},"How to Book Halal-Friendly Hotels for Eid Al Adha Travel ",{"alignment":1188},{"alignment":529},{"id":1190,"type":524,"data":1191,"tunes":1193},"bJFtgj0bb8",{"text":1192},"Most major booking platforms now carry Muslim-friendly filters. On Booking.com, search 'halal hotel' or 'Muslim-friendly' in the property type filters. Halal Booking (halalbooking.com) pre-vets properties against a defined set of criteria: no-alcohol policy on-site, prayer facilities, qibla direction in rooms, and halal food available. ",{"alignment":1194},{"alignment":529},{"id":1196,"type":524,"data":1197,"tunes":1199},"wEo0MzQZno",{"text":1198},"For Southeast Asia, properties in Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul are largely halal by default - you're searching for exceptions rather than the rule. In European cities, self-catering aparthotels give you control over food preparation during Eid without relying on restaurant availability or halal certification claims you can't verify on the ground. ",{"alignment":1200},{"alignment":529},{"id":1202,"type":524,"data":1203,"tunes":1205},"-JjtbFtx3u",{"text":1204},"\u003Cb>Ask directly before booking:\u003C\u002Fb> does the hotel serve alcohol in the restaurant or room service? Is there a prayer mat and qibla direction card in the room? Are all spa or pool facilities family-appropriate? Most four-star and above properties answer these questions promptly; if they can't, book elsewhere. ",{"alignment":1206},{"alignment":529},{"id":1208,"type":532,"data":1209,"tunes":1211},"viweiOcDWl",{"text":1210,"level":265},"Tips for Finding Affordable Accommodation During Eid Al Adha ",{"alignment":1212},{"alignment":529},{"id":1214,"type":524,"data":1215,"tunes":1217},"Wnpq3v8KU_",{"text":1216},"Eid peak demand hits the same destinations every year. Istanbul, Dubai, and Kuala Lumpur fill up fast and rates rise sharply in the two weeks before the confirmed date - typically three to four weeks before Eid itself once FAHR or MoHRE announce the official dates. ",{"alignment":1218},{"alignment":529},{"id":1220,"type":524,"data":1221,"tunes":1223},"pbYdu_C41N",{"text":1222},"Book as early as possible. The moment official dates are confirmed, rates move. For Eid Al Adha 2026, FAHR confirmed public sector dates on 12 May and MoHRE confirmed private sector on 18 May. Anyone who booked before those announcements saved meaningfully on both flights and hotels. ",{"alignment":1224},{"alignment":529},{"id":1226,"type":524,"data":1227,"tunes":1229},"hatgGAnzg7",{"text":1228},"Consider Baku over Istanbul. Comparable hotel quality, shorter flight from the UK (around five hours from Heathrow), significantly lower rack rates, and a genuinely festive Eid atmosphere in a Muslim-majority country. Most Istanbul-seekers haven't considered it. ",{"alignment":1230},{"alignment":529},{"id":1232,"type":524,"data":1233,"tunes":1235},"Q8bZti_mo3",{"text":1234},"Use aparthotels in city destinations. In Istanbul's Fatih and Beyoğlu districts, self-catering aparthotels consistently come in 25-40% below comparable hotel rates. For a family of four over six nights, that difference covers flights for one person. ",{"alignment":1236},{"alignment":529},{"id":1238,"type":524,"data":1239,"tunes":1241},"sze3_R697R",{"text":1240},"Be flexible on travel dates within your break. Flying out on 27 May or the day after can be 30-40% cheaper than flights on 25 or 26 May. If your break is nine days, flying on 27 May still gives you seven full days in the destination. ",{"alignment":1242},{"alignment":529},{"id":1244,"type":532,"data":1245,"tunes":1247},"eXka12ZMA2",{"text":1246,"level":265},"Planning Your Eid Holiday? ",{"alignment":1248},{"alignment":529},{"id":1250,"type":524,"data":1251,"tunes":1253},"kL-JzWU9_k",{"text":1252},"Let \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002F\">Eia, Alike's AI trip planner\u003C\u002Fa>, build your personalised Eid itinerary in minutes. Tell it your budget, your break length, and whether you're travelling with family, as a couple, or solo - it handles the rest. Browse all \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fholidays\">Eid holiday packages on Alike Holidays\u003C\u002Fa>. Flexible cancellations on every booking. ",{"alignment":1254},{"alignment":529},{"id":1256,"type":524,"data":1257,"tunes":1259},"42EpGMW6Wh",{"text":1258},"\u003Ci>Prices verified as of June 2026. All AED figures cover flights plus accommodation for the stated duration.\u003C\u002Fi> ",{"alignment":1260},{"alignment":529},{"id":1262,"type":524,"data":1263,"tunes":1265},"x3uxtYECBI",{"text":1264},"\u003Cb>Related reading:\u003C\u002Fb> \u003Ca href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fblog\u002Fbest-europe-destinations-june\">Best Europe Destinations for June 2026\u003C\u002Fa> ",{"alignment":1266},{"alignment":529},{"id":774,"section":775,"theme":68,"status":69,"translations":1268},[],{"metadata":1270,"faqs":1274},{"translations":1271},[1272],{"title":1273,"description":23},"\u003Ch2>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)\u003C\u002Fh2>",[1275,1281,1287,1293,1299,1305,1311,1317,1323],{"faqs_id":1276},{"translations":1277},[1278],{"question":1279,"answer":1280},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW187078657 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW187078657 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">How many days off do UAE residents get for Eid Al Adha 2026?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW187078657 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">Private sector employees get four official paid holiday days \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\"> Arafah Day (26 May) \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">through to\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\"> 29 May \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\"> confirmed by MoHRE on 18 May 2026. Combined with the 30\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">31 May weekend, \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\">that's\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW187078657 BCX8\"> six consecutive days off. Public sector workers and school families get five confirmed paid days starting Monday 25 May, as announced by FAHR on 12 May 2026, making it nine days straight with both surrounding weekends. Both groups can extend by one day by taking 1 June as annual leave.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1282},{"translations":1283},[1284],{"question":1285,"answer":1286},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW228481062 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW228481062 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">Which Eid Al Adha 2026 destinations don't require a visa for UAE residents?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW228481062 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">Destinations with no prior visa requirement for most UAE residents include Malaysia, Thailand, Singapore, the Maldives, and Baku (Azerbaijan). Istanbul is visa\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">free for most GCC passport holders but requires an e\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">Visa for Indian and Pakistani passport holders. London \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">requires\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\"> a UK Standard Visitor Visa for most nationalities \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW228481062 BCX8\"> Emirati nationals need an ETA instead. Visa rules vary by passport nationality, so verify your specific requirements at the official embassy or government website before booking.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1288},{"translations":1289},[1290],{"question":1291,"answer":1292},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW173298376 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW173298376 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\">What's the best Eid Al Adha 2026 destination for families with young children?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW173298376 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\">Singapore and Kuala Lumpur are the strongest family options from the UAE. Singapore has Universal Studios Singapore, Singapore Zoo, the Singapore Oceanarium at Resorts World Sentosa (opened July 2025), and Sentosa Island's beaches. The \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW173298376 BCX8\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fsingapore-tourist-pass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Singapore Tourist Pass\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\"> covers 50+ experiences through a Build Your Own Pass model, letting families select exactly what suits their children's ages. Kuala Lumpur pairs well with a few days in Langkawi, where the beaches are \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\">calm\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\">,\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\"> and the pace suits families who want \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\">to rest\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW173298376 BCX8\"> as much as activity.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1294},{"translations":1295},[1296],{"question":1297,"answer":1298},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW38009447 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW38009447 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">Is the Maldives worth it for just 5\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">6 nights during Eid?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW38009447 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">Yes, for couples who want genuine rest rather than sightseeing. The Maldives does not need a week to justify itself \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\"> five nights achieves exactly that. The flight from Dubai is four hours, which makes the short break practical even for private sector workers \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">with\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">in\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\"> six days. The main decision is resort tier: overwater villas at premium resorts run AED 2,500\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">5,000 per night per villa; mid\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">range resorts on the local island circuit: AED 600\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW38009447 BCX8\">900 per night.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1300},{"translations":1301},[1302],{"question":1303,"answer":1304},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW66044875 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW66044875 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">How long does a UK visa take for UAE residents applying for an Eid 2026 trip?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW66044875 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">Standard UK Standard Visitor Visa processing from the UAE is 15 working days (approximately 3 weeks). Priority Service at VFS Global \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">centres\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\"> in Dubai and Abu Dhabi delivers a decision within 5 working days. Super Priority gets a decision within 24\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">48 hours\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">. Emirati nationals need a valid Electronic Travel \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">Authorisation\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\"> (ETA) rather than a visa \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\"> apply at \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca href=\"gov.uk\u002Fapply-uk-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">gov.uk\u002Fapply\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">uk\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\">visa\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW66044875 BCX8\"> for current requirements and fees.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1306},{"translations":1307},[1308],{"question":1309,"answer":1310},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW262158111 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW262158111 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">What is the London Tourist Pass and how does it work?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW262158111 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">The \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW262158111 BCX8\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Flondon-tourist-pass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">London Tourist Pass\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\"> is Alike's flexible digital sightseeing pass for London, covering 40+ attractions. Choose between Build Your Own Pass (from $24 per person) \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\"> select exactly the attractions you want \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\"> or Bestseller Bundles (from $32) with pre\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">curated combinations of popular sights. Both save up to 30% versus individual ticket prices. E\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">tickets arrive by email: same\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">day bookings instantly, other bookings within \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">48 hours\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">. Pre\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262158111 BCX8\">book to guarantee entry at popular attractions during peak periods like Eid.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1312},{"translations":1313},[1314],{"question":1315,"answer":1316},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW215443867 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW215443867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">Best destinations for a family Eid Al Adha break from the UK?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW215443867 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">Istanbul is the strongest short\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">haul \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">option\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\"> four hours from Heathrow, festive during Kurban \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">Bayramı\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">, with halal food everywhere and manageable costs for a family of four. Marrakech is even closer (3.5 hours) and significantly cheaper. Dubai works well with excellent family infrastructure. For families willing to go further, Kuala Lumpur combined with Langkawi beaches is the most rewarding \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\">option\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW215443867 BCX8\"> in Southeast Asia, with Malaysia's default halal food environment removing the planning burden for Muslim families.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1318},{"translations":1319},[1320],{"question":1321,"answer":1322},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW219683896 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW219683896 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">How do I \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">book halal\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">friendly\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\"> hotels for Eid Al Adha travel?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW219683896 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">Use Halal Booking (halalbooking.com) for pre\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">vetted Muslim\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">friendly properties with confirmed no\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">alcohol policies, prayer facilities, and qibla direction in rooms. On mainstream platforms like Booking.com, filter by 'Muslim\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">friendly' or 'halal hotel' in property type. For Southeast Asia, most Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul properties are halal by default. Always confirm alcohol policy, prayer facilities, and food certification directly with the hotel before booking \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\">especially for\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW219683896 BCX8\"> European city breaks where standards vary widely.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{"faqs_id":1324},{"translations":1325},[1326],{"question":1327,"answer":1328},"\u003Cdiv class=\"OutlineElement Ltr SCXW134923397 BCX8\">\n\u003Cp class=\"Paragraph SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">How does Alike's holiday booking work for Eid packages?\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"EOP Selected SCXW134923397 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335551550":0,"335551620":0,"335559738":200,"335559739":60}\"> \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003C\u002Fdiv>","\u003Cp>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">Alike offers curated holiday packages at \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW134923397 BCX8\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002Fholidays\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Alike Holidays\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\"> with flexible cancellation built in. You can book flights and accommodation together or build a custom Eid itinerary. \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">Alike Assured covers\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\"> refunds and cancellations with clear timelines. \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Ca class=\"Hyperlink SCXW134923397 BCX8\" href=\"https:\u002F\u002Falike.io\u002F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Eia, Alike's AI trip planner\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fa>\u003Cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\">\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">, can build an Eid\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">-\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">specific itinerary in minutes if \u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\">you're\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003Cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW134923397 BCX8\"> not sure where to start.\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fspan>\u003C\u002Fp>",{}]