Manresa entrepreneurs affected by Middle East airspace closure

Carla Fernández and Óscar Garcia face business paralysis at their Dubai-based travel agency due to the Iran conflict.

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Generic image of a person following war conflict news through a mobile phone.

Carla Fernández and Óscar Garcia, two entrepreneurs from Manresa, are facing a critical situation at their Dubai travel agency following the military escalation between Iran, Israel, and the USA.

The conflict has forced the closure of airspace in the United Arab Emirates, leaving Fernández stranded in Manresa while her business, Horizontes de arena, deals with mass cancellations. The agency specializes in tours across Abu Dhabi and Sharjah for Spanish-speaking tourists.

"The situation in Iran is a major setback for me, both personally and professionally."

Carla Fernández · Business owner
The business owners expressed frustration over the Spanish Embassy's response, claiming it lags behind other nations in assisting citizens. Despite the tension, Fernández noted that local life in Dubai remains organized, though the long-term impact on tourism for Easter remains a significant concern.