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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...

Google and ATM in Tech Day Tie-Up

New MENA travel habits survey results to be revealed at Arabian Travel Market; ATM partnership another Google first; attendees to gain invaluable insight into...

Where tourism exists, there is recovery

“International tourism continues to grow above expectations, supporting economic growth in both advanced and emerging economies and bringing much needed support to job creation,...
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...

2018 Key Travel & Tourism Trends Revealed

Produced by the World Travel & Tourism Council with research partner Oxford Economics, the annual Economic Impact Research helps businesses, NGOs and governments better understand key...

New Dedicated Anchoring Areas For Yachts And Leisure Activities in Dubai

To further enhance Dubai’s competitiveness in a bid to make it a global destination for recreational marine tourism, the Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA)...

Who reigned victorious at World Travel Awards in Dubai

World Travel Awards celebrates its 20th Anniversary this year and is acknowledged across the globe as the ultimate travel accolade, celebrating those companies, organizations...

Strength in Global Economy Means Higher Travel Prices

According to the 2018 Global Travel Forecast, travel prices are expected to rise sharply in the coming year, reaching nearly 4 percent increases in some sectors....

UAE ranked 28th in Travel ‘&’ Tourism Competitiveness Report 2013

The United Arab Emirates continues to lead the region at 28th overall, up two places since the last assessment, according to the Travel '&'...

DXB Sets Record with 44.9 Million Guests in H1-24

Dubai International (DXB) has raised the bar on its contribution to Dubai's economy by welcoming a record 44.9 million guests during the first six...

Mid-East Destination Wedding Tourism- A Key Trend Defining Region’s Hospitality Industry

5% of destination weddings take place in the Middle East with the UAE the most favoured location EWAA tourism as well as solo...
The MSC World Europa, a futuristic, lower-carbon-fuelled cruise ship made its first call at Mina Rashid on the 21st of December 2022.

Mina Rashid Welcomes MSC World Europa’s First Ever Call in Middle...

After serving as a floating hotel during the 2022 FIFA World Cup, the MSC World Europa, a futuristic, lower-carbon-fuelled cruise ship made its first call...

UAE Cabinet Approves 5-year Multi-entry Tourist Visa

The UAE Cabinet has approved the issuance of a five-year multi-entry tourist visa for all nationalities visiting the country. The decision was made during the...

dnata to Represent Club Med in the Gulf Region

dnata today announced its appointment as the exclusive general sales agent (GSA) for Club Med holidays across the UAE, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain and Kuwait. Founded...

European Travel Awards 2014 Winners Revealed

Winners of the European World Travel Awards 2014 edition were announced last weekend in Athens, Greece, recognizing the best brands and companies in the...

Dubai the most booked city as per Summer Booking Index

An OYO was booked every 109 seconds in the UAE App bookings 4.3 times that of desktop bookings OYO Hotels & Homes, South Asia’s...

A new decade of opportunity for the Gulf

UAE, Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia leading the race for tourist revenue growth with positive outlook for industry as governments use tourism as major...

Dubai 4th Most Expensive City for Short Stays Worldwide

Accommodation is always the largest expense for travelers, whether they stay at a five-star hotel or rent a room in a cheap hostel. A...