Dubai: Dubai has invited residents to become ambassadors of the city through 'A Dubai Invite', a new programme that offers rewards and benefits to those who invite family and friends to experience the emirate.Developed by the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the programme will run until 31st October 2026 and is open to Dubai’s diverse resident community, representing nearly 200 nationalities.Among the benefits available through the programme are discounts of up to 45% on hotel stays and 100% room rate-equivalent resort credits at participating properties, including W Dubai Mina Seyahi, The Westin Dubai Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Marina, Le Méridien Mina Seyahi Beach Resort & Waterpark, Melia Desert Palm, ME Dubai by Melia, and selected IHG Hotels & Resorts properties across the city.The programme also offers benefits at some of Dubai’s leading attractions, including Aquaventure Waterpark, IMG Worlds of Adventure and Grand Hyatt Waterpark, as well as dining privileges at venues such as Asia Asia, Ula, Papas, The 305, and Lock, Stock & Barrel.In addition, Careem is providing complimentary Careem Plus membership and transport rebates on Hala Taxi and other services. All promotions can be redeemed until 31st December 2026.Noor Al Geziry, AVP, Special Projects & MENA at DET, said: “Our diverse resident population have always been among our most powerful and trusted ambassadors, with a deep knowledge of the destination and the ability to share their personal experience with their loved ones.“At a time when personal connection and credibility matter more than ever in travel decisions, ‘A Dubai Invite’ speaks directly to what makes this city enduringly compelling: the people who call it home and who understand it best, and the families and friends they welcome here to experience it for themselves.”She added that the initiative reflects Dubai’s ambition to be the best city to visit, live and work in, while also supporting the goals of the UAE’s Year of Family.Residents whose guests arrive between 20th July and 31st October 2026 must register them through the official programme platform by 30th September to access the benefits. Visitor arrivals will be verified through a unified process supported by the General Directorate of Identity and Foreigners Affairs (GDRFA-Dubai).Once verified, residents will gain access to benefits across participating hotels, attractions, restaurants and lifestyle destinations. Each resident can unlock up to three verified benefits during the campaign period, receiving one benefit per guest party.
