Developer Arada has expanded its emergency accommodation support in response to flight cancellations caused by regional unrest that stranded travellers in the UAE. The developer said it has opened 150 free rooms at Aljada in Sharjah.

This initiative follows the initial allocation of 100 rooms at Nest Hotel, which was fully booked. Consequently, Arada released an additional 50 rooms. The 395-room Nest Hotel at Aljada is currently operating at 95% occupancy, accommodating affected travelers. Rooms at The Nest Campus are available on a first-come, first-served basis for stays of up to 7-days.

Rosa Piro, Director of Arada Foundation said, “Supporting communities in times of need both at home and abroad is at the heart of the Arada Foundation’s mission. When we saw how many travellers were affected by flight cancellations, we wanted to ensure that families had a safe and welcoming place to stay while they make their onward plans. By opening additional rooms at Nest, we hope to extend that support to as many people as possible during this challenging time.”

All guests receive full-board accommodation, including 3-meals daily. During Ramadan, Muslim guests are provided with iftar and suhoor at the Alsimrah Ramadan tent at East Boulevard in Aljada, offering a welcoming communal setting for affected travellers observing the holy month.