Dubai is going ahead with its New Year’s Eve yacht parties despite warnings of rough seas in the UAE. The Dubai Maritime Authority has advised all marine vessel users and seafarers to carefully monitor weather conditions before and during their trips, emphasizing safety amid the adverse weather concerns.
Hotel Capacity and Fireworks Viewing
Dubai’s hotels are close to full capacity, especially rooms with views of the fireworks, which have sold out early. Hoteliers credit this high demand to:
- Early planning by guests
- Limited room availability
- The desire to avoid traffic congestion
Traffic and Transport Measures
To manage the large crowds and heavy traffic expected on New Year’s Eve, the Dubai Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has urged the public to:
- Avoid illegal parking
- Use public transport options such as:
- Metro
- Tram
- Buses
- Taxis
Employer and Municipality Initiatives
Several companies across the UAE are adopting work-from-home policies or half-day shifts on New Year’s Eve to help employees avoid traffic delays. Additionally, pick-and-drop transport services will end earlier than usual to alleviate congestion.
Sharjah has announced two days of free public parking for New Year 2026, excluding smart parking yards and certain paid zones, to support smooth celebrations.
Traffic and Public Transport Management
Authorities are preparing a comprehensive traffic and public transport management plan, focusing especially on high-traffic entertainment areas like Downtown Dubai and Jumeirah Beach Residences.
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