The chief tourism officer shares how the destination is influencing the kingdom’s tourism momentum and its model that blends conservation, community, and culture
Saudi Arabia aims to broaden its tourism market in a push to attract 150 million tourists per year by 2030
Personalisation, wellness, and mindful itineraries are no longer optional; they are core to both guest satisfaction and commercial sustainability
Unpacking the findings of its latest tourism report, the CEO of MCN MENAT and president of McCann APAC, shares how destinations can convert the buzz of live events into enduring tourism legacies
Major tourism hubs across Muscat, Salalah, and Jabal Akhdar are set for significant expansion
This level of anticipation reflects not only the fountain’s global appeal but also its emotional significance for many visitors
Shura Island will eventually feature 11 resorts, with additional openings planned in the coming months
The regulation was issued under Administrative Decision No 97 of 2025, which implements Executive Council Resolution No 107 of 2023 governing tourist transport activity in Dubai
Visitors can ride hired horses or bring their own to navigate the natural surroundings
Occupancy rose across all segments, with upscale hotels recording the highest increase at 5.5 per cent
International visitors now have the opportunity to enjoy an exceptional marine experience in Dubai’s waters
Mattar oversees a vast region spanning the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia. IHG currently operates 220 hotels in this footprint, with 180 more in the pipeline
The deal follows the October announcement of Sphere Abu Dhabi and was detailed in a Securities and Exchange Commission filing made on July 28
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi ranked eighth globally in TripAdvisor’s 2025 Top Attractions list, up two spots from 2024
Minister Mudrick Ramadhan Soragha shares Zanzibar’s high-value, low-impact tourism vision, highlighting Gulf partnerships, rising GCC visitors and cultural preservation
During Q1 2025, Saudi Arabia recorded a 102 per cent surge in international arrivals compared with Q1 2019
VFS Global shares five simple yet essential tips to help you navigate the visa application process with confidence, ease, and safety
Western Europe was the leading source market, contributing 1.917 million visitors and accounting for 22 per cent of the total
Reflecting the UAE’s Year of Community theme, the briefing underlined the role of collaboration in achieving Dubai’s tourism growth
The report’s findings confirm that travel growth in the Middle East is incredibly strong, with annual growth averaging more than 7 per cent through 2030
The CEO of Elevate DMC discusses evolving traveller behaviour — from luxury family getaways and immersive cultural experiences to the rising appeal of staycations and short-haul escapes
Ibrahim Shiuree, CEO and MD of the Maldives Marketing & PR Corporation, outlines how the Maldives is leveraging improved air connectivity, sustainability, and exclusive experiences to attract regional travellers
With over 250 stations and more than 14 lines, the Moscow Metro is both a time capsule and a blueprint for the future. The network functions as both transportation and a public gallery — a dual identity that few metros worldwide can match
Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism vision is rooted in strategic execution, partnership-driven innovation, and a commitment to inclusive and sustainable growth. As RAKTDA CEO Raki Phillips articulates, the emirate is not just keeping pace — it’s shaping the future of tourism in the UAE
Travel and tourism in the region is projected to contribute $367.3bn to the regional economy and support 7.7 million jobs in 2025
The SVP of International Operations at DCTCM discusses Dubai’s unified tourism strategy, growing global appeal, sustainability and gastronomy focus
The head of Business Partnerships for Travel & Tourism, Global Business Solutions, MENA on how TikTok is shaping travellers’ behaviours
International visits to the theme parks also saw significant growth, with a 40 per cent, rise, led by a substantial increase from key markets, including India, China, the UK and Russia
Almosafer, part of Seera Group, said it remains focused on delivering “seamless, customer-centric travel solutions” to meet the evolving needs of Saudi travellers
The airline inked agreements with tourism authorities from Sharjah, the Philippines, Maldives, Britain, Thailand, Japan, Uganda and Hungary