# Dubai offers £600 to residents for bringing friends as tourism drops

Dubai is offering a £600 reward to residents who convince friends to visit the city, as tourist numbers have sharply declined. The incentive aims to boost the struggling tourism sector, which is a key part of Dubai's economy. This reflects ongoing challenges for global tourism in the region.

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## Sources

### World
- [The Guardian World](https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/jul/23/dubai-offers-tourists-benefits) — Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:28:23 GMT