Placing second in 2021’s index, Dubai has usurped the top spot from New York City, overturning a huge lead and showing just how much Dubai has grown in popularity
MENA Attractions & Destinations Forum 2022 will be held on September 28-29, 2022 in Dubai, UAE to explore upcoming cultural and leisure projects and ways to drive growth for the tourism…
The impressive H1 performance saw the Emirate welcome over 521,085 international and domestics visitors between January and June 2022, a total increase of 21%
Sharjah Summer Promotions (SSP) 2022 is enthralling shoppers and visitors with a wide range of spectacular promotions and offers across the Emirate of Sharjah
Available in 11 languages, Qatar Specialist Programme equips trade partners with the relevant knowledge and tools to promote and sell Qatar internationally more effectively
As Qatar takes centre stage to host the FIFA World Cup, its national carrier has ramped up all-inclusive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 travel packages for fans to secure their place in world…
An all-women domestic flight has been reported from Saudi Arabia. This is considered a major breakthrough following Israeli airlines permission to overfly the country.
Chosen for the…
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi, the ultra-low-fare national airline of the UAE, said it will launch two new routes from Abu Dhabi to the idyllic island paradise of the Maldives, and the airline’s fifth…
Malaysia Airlines and Qatar Airways’ strategic partnership offers customers more choices via their leading hubs in KUL and DOH
Two daily Kuala Lumpur to Doha flights on Malaysia Airlines…
This additional service strengthens Malaysia Airlines and Qatar Airways’ strategic partnership, allowing passengers to travel to over 96 codeshare destinations
Celebrating the endless experiences available at the destination, the exciting new campaign calls on holidaymakers to ‘break like they mean it’ at the world-class destination
Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) has announced the launch of its new adventure project coming up in the Eastern area of Khorfakkan
The airlines will expand cooperation in transporting passengers and cargo, along with studying the opportunity for a passenger codeshare cooperation on flight routes between Hanoi/Ho Chi…
The year also marked a successful five-year period during which Dubai stayed ahead of leading international cities, including London, Paris and Shanghai, in attracting FDI into tourism
Emirates has capped further sales on its flights out of Heathrow until mid-August to assist Heathrow in its resource ramp-up
Emirates and Heathrow agree to remediate capacity cap
Emirates and Air Canada intend to establish a codeshare relationship later in 2022 that will offer enhanced consumer travel choices for Air Canada customers to travel to the United Arab…
The feature is first available to trade partners booking groups but is expected to be available for U.S.- and Canada-based advisors by the end of August
Polin Aquariums, a designer and builder of public aquariums, has announced the opening of the world’s first aquarium built inside a tunnel connecting the Zagnos and Tabakhane valleys of…
The 14th Bahrain Summer Golden Edition has opened its doors to the public, celebrating outstanding Bahraini achievements, bringing a series of fun and interactive educational workshops
Customers will have the ability to book connecting travel between both airlines' networks with the ease of a single ticket
Air Canada partners with Emirates
In a planned initiative to give fillip to travel to Turkey in the high potential India market, Thomas Cook (India), and its Group Company, SOTC Travel, have recently signed an agreement with…
Sign agreement between Thomas Cook India, SOTC and Turkiye Tourism to boost demand and visitations for Turkey
Thomas Cook India and SOTC to boost tourism for Turkey
As many as 2.8 million passengers are expected to use AUH during July and August, of which 414,000 will travel between July 7 and 15 for the Eid holidays, Abu Dhabi Airports said
New lounge facilities will provide a peaceful haven to Qatar Airways Platinum, Gold and Silver loyalty members
Qatar Airways unveils Platinum, Gold and Silver lounges
Airlines are jealous. The love for Melbourne. Qatar Airways competing with Emirates, Etihad and Turkish Airlines - gloves are off.
Flights to Melbourne: Qatar Airways, Emirates, Etihad,…
The new programme calendar aims to increase the growth and development of the Emirati and UAE-based workforce, encourage enrolment in training and job opportunities
Qatar Tourism has partnered with Explorest to debut the global photography in the region and unveil 75 of the greatest places to take photos across Qatar
Paris Saint-Germain is an iconic global club that transcends sport and incorporates the worlds of entertainment and fashion
Qatar Airways seals new deal with Paris Saint-Germain
Oman set to create the largest Oasis Park in the Middle East.
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step.
Oman is Arabia’s best-kept travel secret
Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia, announced an additional enhancement of their commercial cooperation with a new Memorandum of Understandin
Turkish Airlines and Air Serbia further strengthen…
The Etihad Stopover has always been popular, especially for guests looking to break up ultra-long haul travel with a couple of days enjoying the wonders of Abu Dhabi
Ajman Tourism Development organised second edition of 'City Centre Ajman Indoor Run' in cooperation with City Centre Ajman and Endurance Sports Services
This region will strengthen GO FIRST’s international footprint to the Middle East and passengers will be able to experience affordable travel experience
Dubai city welcomed 6.17 million international overnight visitors from January to May 2022, a 197 per cent year-on-year (YoY) increase from the same five-month period in 2021
Qatar Airways successfully concluded hosting the 78th International Air Transport Association (IATA) Annual General Meeting, held under the Patronage of His Highness The Amir, Sheikh Tamim…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) urged governments to work closely with the aviation industry to ensure that aviation and incumbent aviation safety systems can safely…
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has unveiled RAKation, a new summer campaign inviting visitors to explore the nature-based Emirate
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA), the national flag carrier of Saudi Arabia, has announced its operational plans to transport pilgrims to the Kingdom for the upcoming Hajj season this year.…
The International Air Transport Association (IATA) announced that leaders of the global aviation industry are gathering in Doha, Qatar, for the 78th IATA Annual General Meeting (AGM) and…
This service is provided free of charge to Emirates’ First Class customers based in Dubai and Sharjah, where the check-in agents will visit their homes or hotels at pre-booked timings to…
This profit is not only a record for Qatar Airways Group, but also a record among all other airlines that have published financial results for this financial year worldwide
According to the 2021/21 annual report, published by Qatar Airways Group, the company recorded its strongest financial performance during that period, 200 percent above its highest annual…
Taking place in Doha 19-21 June 2022, it will welcome the aviation industry’s leaders to reflect on the shifting political, economic and technological realities facing air travel as the…
Switzerland’s major airports in Zurich and Geneva were paralyzed today, halting all landings and takeoffs after the air traffic control service Skyguide grounded all flights early on…
The ‘Stay More Pay Less’ is a citywide initiative where over 60 hotels and resorts have all united to offer visitors to Dubai outstanding value this summer with new offers
Now, arriving Indian travellers no longer have to show proof of vaccination against the coronavirus or proof of recovery from the disease or a negative PCR test result
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With sanctions against Russia for its brutal attack on Ukraine, international aviation may become a collateral casualty in this war. As it has been shown for decades in…
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Tourism leaders are easy to announce and celebrate behind the resilience of the international travel and tourism industry. This resilience is now also echoed by the World…
These Match Day Shuttle flights are offered in partnership with Qatar Airways and other partner GCC national carriers and will provide football fans with convenient travel options to the…
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What about investing $1 trillion in tourism. This is serious business by any standard, and the oil-rich kingdom of Saudi Arabia is doing it. The Kingdom hopes for 100…
The Israel Ministry of Tourism together with Tel Aviv Municipality has announced its new multi-channel campaign celebrating one of the biggest weeks of the year for the city
Tourism Seychelles Intensifies Its Presence In Saudi Arabia -
Present at the newly developed Riyadh International Convention & Exhibition Centre (RICEC), Tourism Seychelles…
As part of the commitment to make the first ever FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 hosted in the Middle East and Arab world an all-inclusive gala event, Qatar Airways has tied up with flydubai,…
Azamara Starts Summer With Mediterranean Cruises -
With Azamara Journey returning to sail today, the fleet’s four ships are all sailing the high seas Azamara, the upmarket cruise line and…
Wego will work closely with Bahrain to attract more travellers to the country in line with the government’s strategy for 2026 which aims to bring over 14.1 million tourists to the kingdom
Ritz-Carlton Reserve Comes to Saudi Arabia -
“We are thrilled to bring our most luxurious brand, Ritz-Carlton Reserve, and its exemplary experience to the Middle East. Perfectly situated on…
The requirement to have a negative report of RT-PCR test before leaving for Israel and undergoing a complete RT-PCR test upon arrival followed by an isolation period has been removed
Saudi Arabia declares 16 countries off limits to its citizens -
In response to the COVID-19 gradual resurgence, Saudi Arabia’s government has issued a travel ban for 16 countries,…
Pegasus Airlines names new Chief Commercial Officer -
Onur Dedeköylü, who has been working as Senior Vice President for Marketing at Pegasus Airlines since 2010 and has made significant…
The country's hotel establishments attracted nearly 6 million visitors who spent 25 million hotel nights, reflecting a growth of 10% compared to the same period in 2019
Abu Dhabi and Dubai hotels recorded occupancy and average daily rate (ADR) that exceeded the 2019 Eid al-Fitr comparables, according to preliminary data from STR
Almosafer’s consumer segment and TAT will work together to promote and develop quality tourism experiences in Thailand for travellers from GCC countries, with focus on niche markets,…
The forecast from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) shows by 2032, the sector’s contribution to the nations GDP could reach nearly TRY 1,036 billion
The report indicated that most health tourists who came to Dubai were from Asian countries, accounting for 38 percent of the total, whereas 24 percent were from Europe and 22 percent from…
Tourism Seychelles Tells its Travels Tales at ATM in Dubai -
Tourism Seychelles attended the Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the leading global event for the Middle East inbound and outbound…
More than 23,000 visitors attended the 29th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, as industry leaders gathered at Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) to share insights
Under new guidance from the Ministry of Health and the Airports Authority, Israel has confirmed it is ending the requirement of a PCR test upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport
Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers -
Qatar Airways is providing incredible travel options during Summer 2022 with flights operating daily from the World’s Best Airport,…
Oman Air Transforms Staff Travel with New Software -
Oman Air has partnered with IBS Software to fully digitalize its staff travel program, delivering a highly configurable, self-service…
As tourism destinations in the Middle East are widening their appeal and extending their offerings to attract FDI, global ministers of tourism convened at the 2022 Middle East Tourism…
Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) and Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences, have unveiled Saadiyat Island’s new vision,…
Emirates has signed a Memorandum of Collaboration (MoC) with Malaysia Tourism Board today during the 29th edition of the Arabian Travel Market held in Dubai, to promote tourism and develop…
United Arab Emirates President and Emir of Abu Dhabi dies -
Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported that Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan has died, the Emir of Abu Dhabi and the President of…
Jumeirah Group opens all-villa luxury resort in Bali -
Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai Holding, has further expanded its international portfolio…
Turkish Airlines introduced a special design element adorned with leaves on its Airbus 321 type TC-JSU tail numbered aircraft, which was used for its environmentalist fuel operation
ATM 2022: Long-term trajectory of Middle East travel and tourism -
More than 23,000 visitors attended the 29th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022, as industry leaders gathered at…
Commencing mid-year, the partnership will give travellers greater access, unparalleled customer experience and unique benefits when travelling between Australia and Qatar Airways’ global…
Abu Dhabi Tourism new open door to the world -
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has signed a strategic partnership with Trip.com Group, a leading…
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has announced its bold new approach to sustainability – Balanced Tourism, a key milestone in its strategy to drive overall sector growth
Saudi Arabian Style is Becoming the New Tourism Trend -
The Saudi Tourism Authority (STA), launched in June 2020, is responsible for marketing Saudi’s tourism destinations worldwide and…
UAE and Maldives are dominating global hotel revenues -
The UAE and the Maldives are dominating revenues during the first three months of the year, with Global Hotel Alliance (GHA) hotel…
SAUDIA launches new B2B travel management solution -
The airline revealed its all-new Business Division SAUDIA Business at Arabian Travel Market 2022 Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA)…
In-destination experiences shape future of global travel and tourism -
The vital role of in-destination experiences was under the spotlight yesterday (Monday 9th May) during the opening…
Middle East tourism: Investment, new ideas, technology and inclusivity -
As tourism destinations in the Middle East are widening their appeal and extending their offerings to attract FDI,…
Tourism Malaysia to woo Middle Eastern market at ATM 2022 -
Tourism Malaysia, the promotion board under the Ministry of Tourism, Arts & Culture Malaysia, is participating once again in…
Turkish Airlines renews its travel kits -
Turkish Airlines continues to offer an exceptional flight experience to its guests with its renewed travel kits. Always carrying its travel concept…
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts and Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), the executive arm of the Sultanate of Oman for tourism development, announce plans for the upcoming Four…
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the appointment of Saleh Mohamed Al Geziry as Director General for Tourism
SAUDIA Launches Brand New In-flight Entertainment System -
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) has officially revealed its brand-new in-flight entertainment (IFE) system, Beyond, during Arabian…
Everyone is optimistic about travel at ATM Dubai -
The opening session of the 29th edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) – the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism showcase – took…
Arabian Travel Market is officially open -
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief…
A new Future for Global Aviation Saudi Arabia Style -
Saudi Arabia without any question was able to take a lead in the global travel and tourism industry during the COVID crisis. The…
Queen Elisabeth 2 is now an Accor Hotel -
Accor is adding the world-renowned cruise ship, Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2), into its portfolio. Taking over operations from May 2022, the cruise ship…
SAUDIA: A new Immersive Experience at Arabian Travel Market -
Saudi Arabian Airlines (SAUDIA) will showcase a new three-level stand design with a range of innovative features and products…
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According to the latest industry data, Russian outbound tourism, already severely handicapped by the global COVID-19 pandemic travel restrictions, has fallen even further,…
Swiss Graubunden wants more tourists from the Gulf this summer -
The Swiss region of Graubunden, is aiming to attract record numbers of GCC visitors this summer, with a focus on the great…
Flying to more countries than any other airline, Turkish Airlines introduced a special design element adorned with leaves on its Airbus 321 type TC-JSU tail numbered aircraft, which was used…
Celebrating Dubai as a global culinary capital, Dubai Food Festival is showcasing the city’s most exciting gastronomy offerings and remarkable epicurean experiences with a 14-day city-wide…
Routes World will deliver a platform for decision makers from airlines, airports and tourism authorities to develop strategies that will define the world’s future air services
For five months starting May 1 to September 30, Emirates has unlocked even more offers for all its customers arriving in or stopping over in Dubai with its My Emirates Summer Pass
Dubai International (DXB) is gearing up to welcome some 1.9 million travellers, who are anticipated to pass through DXB between April 29 to May 9 with average daily traffic exceeding 177,000…
To mark Earth Day, Trip.com, the global travel agency, and Etihad, the national airline of the UAE, today launch a month-long Travel with a smaller footprint campaign where Trip.com…
Sustainability themed Turkish Airlines aircraft takes to the skies -
Flying to more countries than any other airline, Turkish Airlines introduced a special design element adorned with…
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The first Minister of Tourism for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is HE Ahmed Al Khateeb. The Ministry of Tourism was established in Saudi Arabia only on February 25, 2020,…
Wego is working with leading tourism boards across the world to boost tourism recovery and help travellers select the best destinations for their next holiday
The busy travel period is expected to start on April 29, with the highest volumes of travellers on the weekend before Eid, but travel is expected to remain high until May 9
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 is ready to welcome the world to the UAE, playing host to 1,500 exhibitors, representatives from 112 global destinations, and an anticipated 20,000 attendees
Qatar Tourism has launched a personal watercraft tour offer where travellers will be guided up the capital’s coastline to visit one iconic selfie spot after another
Medyaf, the industry nationalisation initiative at Dubai College of Tourism (DCT), part of Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, has launched the ‘Explore the Tourism Industry in Dubai’…
At the closing session of its Global Summit in Manila today, the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) announced that its 22nd event will take place in Riyadh, capital of the Kingdom of…
Qatar Airways and IndiGo have announced the reactivation of strategic cooperation following the lifting of the suspension on international scheduled flights by the Indian government
The UAE has announced massive changes to its visa system, introducing a five-year tourist visa and several new types of visas, while expanding the Golden Visa programme
The Sultanate of Oman has been voted Top 10 Country as Best in Travel 2022 by Lonely Planet, demonstrating that the world has begun to take notice of the Sultanate’s potential as a…
Emirates has launched Dubai Experience, a platform for customers to browse, create and book their own customised itineraries including flights, hotel stay, visits to key attractions, and…
Emirates has unveiled its plans to build signature brand experiences in the metaverse, alongside both collectible and utility-based NFTs for its customers and employees
Research from GlobalData’s Traveler Spending Patterns database shows that in-destination spending is relatively low in Turkey, despite the average stay for inbound tourists (9.7 days) being…
Yas Island Abu Dhabi, one of the world’s leading leisure and entertainment destinations, partnered with Bollywood superstar, Ranveer Singh, and went viral following the launch of ‘Yas Hai…
Emirates has launched a special social media competition, in partnership with Siamsport in search of the lucky Thai kid to accompany their favourite football heroes
In the coming days, the Israel Ministry of Tourism will begin providing free tours throughout Israel for new immigrants, guided in Russian by licensed tour guides.
Qatar Airways Group aims to welcome a significant number of new employees from the Philippines to support its global operations over the coming months.
Abu Dhabi Airports, the owner and operator of the emirate’s five airports, and Etihad Guest, the loyalty programme of Etihad Airways, signed an agreement to launch the “Miles on the Go”
UAE government has signed a strategic partnership aiming to exchange best practices, knowledge and expertise in aviation and cyber security with the International Civil Aviation Organization…
Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2022 has launched ATM Best Stand Awards 2022 that will recognise creative design, people skills and the business-friendly appeal of exhibiting companies’ stands…
People arriving in the UAE through land points, and regardless of their vaccination status, will no longer have to present a negative pre-arrival PCR test under new rules
Yas Island Abu Dhabi has launched yet another viral marketing campaign, ‘Yas Hai Khaas’ with Bollywood actor Ranveer Singh, targeting consumers from India
Dubai Airports is gearing up for what is expected to be one of the busiest travel periods of the year so far at the world’s busiest international airport
Expo 2020 Dubai officials are looking forward to hosting visitors for more special events, including the spectacular closing ceremony on March 31, which will feature top entertainment and…
The India Pavilion, one of the largest and most iconic pavilions at Expo2020 Dubai, has recorded more than 1.5 million footfalls since its inauguration on October 1 last year
The data reflects the significant contribution of VFS Global’s Dubai Visa Processing Centre (DVPC), an exclusive visa application processing facility for Emirates Airline passengers
UNWTO and Saudi Arabia have agreed on steps they will jointly take to turn tourism into a driver of growth, opportunity and development across the Middle East.
As per new research from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), the Middle East’s travel and tourism sector’s revenue is expected to reach $246 billion this year, which is only 8.9%…
Vaccinated and unvaccinated tourists of all ages are permitted to enter Israel upon presenting a negative PCR test before departure and after arriving in Israel
Abu Dhabi has revised its COVID-19 travel restrictions and protocols following positive indicators that signal the emirate has entered the recovery phase of the pandemic