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Dubai Hotel Occupancy Rate at 79.0% Year-to-date

Dubai's average hotel room rate increased by 8.7% year-to-date The ME Hotel Benchmarking Survey for October 2012 was released today by Ernst & Young. Commenting on...

Visa, Airbnb Partner to Get Hosts Paid Faster with Visa Direct

Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, and Airbnb, a leading online marketplace for lodging and experiences, today announced Airbnb Hosts in select markets...

In-Destination Shapes The Global Travel And Tourism’s Future

Tours, activities, and attractions have become key motivators for travelers Travel experiences worth $254 billion in 2019 Close to one million operators belong to this sector...

DXB Passenger Traffic Hits 8.2 Million in July

Dubai International (DXB) recorded its second busiest month ever surpassing the 8 million passenger mark in July, according to the monthly traffic report issued...
Sardinia and UAE Just a Flight Away! Starting from 22 June 2023, Flydubai will bridge the gap between Dubai and Sardinia with convenient direct flights

Discover Sardinia’s Top 5 Unforgettable Experiences

1. Unveil the Mysteries of Sardinia's Nuragic Civilization Sardinia's ancient past is etched in its breathtaking archaeological landscapes, showcasing a history with unique characteristics shaped...
Providing expatriate workers, will be one of the topics addressed at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), 2022.

Expat Retirement Visas Could Boost Tourism Numbers at GCC Events...

ARIVAL Dubai @ ATM to focus on new expat visa options, which could provide a boost for regional events, attractions, activities and entertainment venues Visiting...

Over 1,000 Authorised Ticket Resellers to bring millions of visitors to...

Expo 2020 Dubai ambition to draw 25 million visits through its gates is on track after more than 1,000 Authorised Ticket Resellers, ATRs, signed...

2022 Travel Trends: How The Pandemic Changed Travelers Behavior

2022 traveler predicted to embrace pet travel, reunion trips, contactless experiences, culinary adventures, sustainable travel and more  There is no doubt that the pandemic modified...

DCT Abu Dhabi announces initiatives to drive tourism, sector investment

As part of the Abu Dhabi Government’s accelerator programme 'Ghadan 21', the Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi, DCT Abu Dhabi, has...

Arabian Travel Market returns to Dubai with 1,500 exhibitors

ATM 2022 to shine a spotlight on ‘The future of international travel and tourism’ Arabian Travel Week events include ATM, ITIC, ARRIVAL Dubai, and ILTM...
Global tourism rebounded during the Northern Hemisphere summer season, boosting results in the third quarter of the year.

Global Tourism Sees Upturn in Q3; Recovery Remains Fragile

After a weak first half of 2021, international tourism rebounded during the Northern Hemisphere summer season, boosting results in the third quarter of the...
Providing expatriate workers, will be one of the topics addressed at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), 2022.

Spending on Corporate Travel in Middle East Set to Rise by...

Global Business Travel Association (GBTA) to address delegates on ATM Global Stage, as growth in business travel spending estimated to have outstripped leisure travel...

ATM Report: European visitors to GCC to increase 29 percent by...

Arrivals from Europe to the GCC will increase 29 percent over the period 2018 to 2023, driven by new and direct flight routes, a...

Emirates Tourism Council to Develop Tourism Data System in UAE

UAE hotels hosted 19 million visitors in 2021, witnessing growth of more than 29 per cent The Emirates Tourism Council - which met under the...

Airbnb New Year’s Eve Booking Spike in UAE

US and British Visitors Lead Travel Surge; Bookings More Than Double For NYE The number of people staying in homes listed on Airbnb in the...
The World's Most Beautiful Road Trip Routes, According To Instagram Data

World’s Most Beautiful Road Trip Routes, according to Instagram

Pentagon Motor Group analysed over 7 million Instagram hashtags to find the world's most beautiful road trip routes based on Instagram photos per mile The...
The UAE is leading the way for travel, with 93% of people planning to go on holiday in the next 12 months.

Almost Half of Adults In UAE Set To Go On Winter...

● 45% of people in the UAE plan to travel this autumn or winter, with 70% willing to spend more than they have in...
Solidifying Dubai’s place as a major maritime tourism hub, Emirates and AIDA Cruises have renewed their partnership for a further two seasons.  

Emirates and AIDA Cruises Renew Their Partnership

Solidifying Dubai’s place as a major maritime tourism hub, Emirates and AIDA Cruises have renewed their partnership for a further two seasons.   The renewed partnership was...