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IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ALDAR<\/a><\/h5>\n

Living Well in the United Arab Emirates<\/strong><\/h1>\n
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The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is carving out a distinctive identity as a world-class wellness destination \u2014 a place where tradition meets innovation and luxury blends with authenticity. The country\u2019s deep wellness heritage draws from ancient healing practices and Bedouin wisdom, from herbal remedies and hammam rituals, to a traditional diet rich in antioxidant ingredients and fresh catch from the sea. Today, visitors and residents alike can enjoy modern skincare and aromatherapy treatments infused with traditional botanicals like frankincense and myrrh. An extensive array of urban wellness retreats, spas, fitness centers, and health food offering in the UAE are augmented by options to use biometric skin analysis, biofeedback systems, and AI diagnostics to deliver personalized treatments, fitness plans, stress management programs, and nutrition guidance. The UAE is heavily investing in AI-driven healthcare to improve efficiency, accessibility, and quality of care. Mindful of its delicate ecosystem, the Emirates has set out an ambitious plan to reduce its ecological footprint through renewable energy, water conservation, and carbon reduction. Wellbeing has been a national priority in the UAE since 2019, when the government launched its National Strategy for Wellbeing 2031, with the objective of enhancing the quality of life, building up capabilities, and promoting the culture of wellbeing across the nation.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES KEY FACTS<\/p>\n

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Life Expectancy for Men<\/strong>
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Life Expectancy for Women<\/strong>
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Example Modalities
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UNITED ARAB EMIRATES ECONOMY REPORT<\/h3>\n
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This country report is the only detailed measurement of the size of the United Arab Emirates wellness economy, presenting data on its eleven wellness sectors. The report shows the trajectory of the wellness economy in the United Arab Emirates from 2019 to 2024, as well as subsector details where data are available. It also contains global and regional comparisons to show where the United Arab Emirates stands vis-\u00e0-vis its peers and competitors. This report and its data will be valuable for any businesses and investors who are interested in the opportunities and potential offered by the United Arab Emirates dynamic wellness market.<\/p>\n

DOWNLOAD FREE REPORT<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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WELLNESS ECONOMY BY SECTOR IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<\/h3>\n
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The wellness economy, as defined by GWI, is broad and diverse. Its eleven sectors encompass many different types of consumer activities and expenditures, including products, services, travel, and technology. Every country\u2019s wellness economy is unique. Its composition can vary widely from country to country, based on its development history, culture, socioeconomic conditions, and government policy. Below we present the United Arab Emirates top-line wellness economy data and how it ranks globally. More details are available in the downloadable country report.<\/p>\n

United Arab Emirates Rankings out of 218 countries<\/h3>\n

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KEY WELLNESS EXPERIENCES IN THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<\/h3>\n
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The Emirates\u2019 varied geography \u2013 from vast desert expanses to rugged mountains and tranquil coastlines \u2013 offers a serene backdrop for mental rejuvenation, cultural immersion, and outdoor adventures such as falconry, camel trekking, horseback riding, and desert meditation. Emirati cuisine is rooted in fresh, locally sourced ingredients that naturally promote health and vitality. The UAE is increasingly blending cultural immersion with wellness practices to deliver unique experiences, such as hot sand therapy and breathwork techniques passed down by generations of coastal pearl divers. Guests who want to leverage technology for wellness can access advanced platforms to track sleep cycles, heart rate variability, and stress markers to generate personalized wellness plans. Eco-friendly spas and resorts in the UAE are adopting solar-powered facilities, organic skincare products, and zero-waste wellness programs. As the UAE continues to evolve its wellness landscape, it remains steadfast in its commitment to delivering transformative experiences \u2014 where visitors can unwind in tranquil deserts, reconnect with nature in serene oases, and embrace futuristic wellness solutions that empower mind, body, and spirit.<\/p>\n

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The UAE is leading a global transformation in how communities are designed to actively shape better, healthier lives. When wellness is intentionally embedded from the earliest planning stages, through walkable layouts, community-focused designs, and amenities that promote social connection, it creates environments where healthy choices become intuitive. Our collaboration with the Global Wellness Institute is an important part of this ambition as it enables us to inform our design process with data and insights that will help to make wellbeing an everyday standard.\u201d – Jonathan Emery, Chief Executive Officer at Aldar Development<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n

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OTHER GWI RESOURCES & REPORTS FOR THE UNITED ARAB EMIRATES<\/h3>\n
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PROVIDED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH ALDAR<\/h3>\n
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The Global Wellness Institute is grateful to Aldar<\/a><\/strong> for supporting the development of this country report and making its important United Arab Emirates-specific data available to the world.<\/p>\n

Aldar is the leading real estate developer, manager, and investor in Abu Dhabi, with a growing presence across the United Arab Emirates, the Middle East, North Africa, and Europe. The company has two core business segments, Aldar Development and Aldar Investment. Aldar Development is a master developer of a 62 million sqm strategic landbank, creating integrated and thriving communities across Abu Dhabi, Dubai, and Ras Al Khaimah\u2019s most desirable destinations. The delivery of Aldar\u2019s developments is managed by Aldar Projects, which is also a key partner of the Abu Dhabi government in delivering housing and infrastructure projects across the UAE\u2019s capital. Internationally, Aldar Development wholly owns UK real estate developer London Square, as well as a majority stake in leading Egyptian real estate development company, SODIC. Aldar Investment houses a core asset management business comprising a portfolio of more than AED 47 billion worth of investment grade and income-generating real estate assets diversified across retail, residential, commercial, logistics, and hospitality segments. It manages four core platforms: Aldar Investment Properties, Aldar Hospitality, Aldar Education, and Aldar Estates.<\/span>\u00a0Visit the Aldar Website.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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