The new routes reinforce Saudi Arabia’s commitment to boost the growth of the travel and aviation sectors
Inflation dipped to 33.3 per cent in March from a record 38.0 per cent in September
Dubai recorded 1.77 million international visitors in January, and 1.9 million in February, according to DET figures
In 2023, the travel and tourism sector accounted for 9.1 per cent share of the global GDP with a workforce of nearly 330 million
The emirate’s GDP in 2023, reached Dhs1.14tn, marking its best performance in ten years
While enjoying the fee waiver, event organisers are mandated to secure event licenses through the Abu Dhabi Events Licensing System
Following the theme of its conference, EFG Hermes highlights opportunities available in frontier emerging markets
In 2023, Oman received four million visitors, up from 2.9 million in 2022, a year-on-year rise of almost 38 per cent
The latest figures from Emaar Malls shows that a record 20 million people visited the mall in the first two months of this year alone
The Abu Dhabi National Exhibition and Al Ain Convention Centre welcomed 1.78 million visitors, up 123 per cent from 802,000 visitors in 2022
The tourism sector’s performance closely parallels Dubai’s 3.3 per cent GDP growth in the first nine months of 2023
The campaign shines the spotlight on Saudi’s open and welcoming culture and the importance of inspiring young Saudi women to reach their full potential
A surge in visitor numbers is on the cards both in Saudi Arabia and the wider region when the announced unified GCC tourist visa begins to be implemented
The project includes three hotels with a total of 800 rooms, 11 restaurants, an extreme sports and adventure park, a marina and helipads
Dubai is the first city in the region to mandate sustainability criteria for its hotel classification system, with the DST initiative further reinforces its drive to become a leading sustainable destination
With the two new weekly flights to AlUla, Qatar Airways now services 10 destinations in Saudi Arabia
UAE citizens holding valid passports for at least six months are exempt from the visa requirement for entry into Kosovo and can stay there for up to 90 days per visit
In its third season, the campaign saw tourists numbers reach 1.4 million, an increase of 8 per cent compared to the second edition
Qatar will welcome football fans from around the region for the AFC Asian Cup being held from January 12 – February 10 this year
Priority Pass operator Collinson shares that from backpacking to wellness retreats, the rise in holidays that enable travellers to get back to basics is undeniable
Situated on the Gulf of Aqaba coastline, this ultra-luxurious destination will be home to a 65-key hotel, as well as 35 exclusive residences
Accor walked away with two recognitions at this year’s Gulf Business Awards, which were held at Dubai’s Palazzo Versace hotel.
Yas Waterworld is a part of Yas Island that includes attractions such as Ferrari World, Warner Bros. World, CLYMB Abu Dhabi and Yas Bay Waterfront
The list includes individuals who have a valid tourist or commercial visa from the US, the UK or any Schengen country
Shebara will open in the summer of 2024 and is the first resort to be owned and operated by RSG at The Red Sea destination
The call is one of a number of international cruise liners set to arrive at Dubai Harbour during this year’s cruise season, with 300,000 passengers and 49 ship calls
The buy-out only island resort will offer travellers premium luxury and hyper-personalised private experiences from early 2024
ARDARA aims to provide investment and partnership opportunities for investors in hospitality, arts, culture, food and agriculture, retail and entertainment
The destination will feature three hotels designed to complement the surrounding nature, operate sustainably, and provide unique experiences
Saudi Arabia aims to attract three million Chinese travellers by 2030