{"id":70761,"date":"2026-06-10T10:15:52","date_gmt":"2026-06-10T06:15:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/?p=70761"},"modified":"2026-06-27T10:16:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-27T06:16:19","slug":"dubai-duty-free-wins-best-duty-free-shopping-in-the-middle-east-for-the-25th-consecutive-year","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.dubaicityguide.com\/site\/dubai-duty-free-wins-best-duty-free-shopping-in-the-middle-east-for-the-25th-consecutive-year\/","title":{"rendered":"Dubai Duty Free Wins Best Duty Free Shopping in the Middle East for the 25th Consecutive Year"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai Duty Free has once again been recognised as the &#8220;Best Duty Free Shopping in the Middle East&#8221;, marking an unprecedented 25th consecutive win at the prestigious Business Traveller Middle East Awards. The award was presented during the 25th Business Traveller Middle East Award ceremonies held last night at the Intercontinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City.<\/p>\n<p>The milestone achievement underscores Dubai Duty Free&#8217;s enduring commitment to delivering a world-class retail experience for millions of travellers passing through Dubai International Airport each year. In 2025, the retailer reached a record US$2.378 billion in annual sales, earning 5th position among global travel retail operators.<\/p>\n<p>Commenting on the award, Dubai Duty Free Managing Director, Ramesh Cidambi said, &#8220;Winning this award for the 25th consecutive year is a remarkable achievement and a testament to the dedication, professionalism and passion of our entire team. We are honoured by this recognition from Business Traveller Middle East and remain committed to enhancing the airport retail experience through innovation, exceptional customer service and a diverse product offering.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The Business Traveller Middle East Awards are among the region&#8217;s most respected travel industry accolades, recognising excellence across the aviation, hospitality and travel sectors. Winners are determined through votes cast by the readers of Business Traveller Middle East magazine, reflecting the preferences and experiences of frequent travellers.<\/p>\n<p>For more than four decades, Dubai Duty Free has established itself as one of the world&#8217;s leading airport retailers, consistently setting industry benchmarks through its extensive retail operations, customer-focused initiatives and support for international sporting events..<\/p>\n<p>The award was received on behalf of Dubai Duty Free by Sinead El Sibai, Senior Vice President &#8211; Marketing, accompanied by Salim Dahman, Senior Manager &#8211; Marketing from Anthony Milne, Chief Commercial Officer &#8211; Motivate Media Group.<\/p>\n<p>More than a transit point, Dubai International Airport has evolved into an extension of Dubai&#8217;s premium retail landscape, where the luxury experience begins the moment travellers arrive. Meanwhile Dubai Duty Free remains focused to delivering an exceptional shopping experience that reflects Dubai&#8217;s position as leading global travel destination.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dubai Duty Free has once again been recognised as the &#8220;Best Duty Free Shopping in the Middle East&#8221;, marking an unprecedented 25th consecutive win at the prestigious Business Traveller Middle East Awards. The award was presented during the 25th Business Traveller Middle East Award ceremonies held last night at the Intercontinental Hotel, Dubai Festival City. 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