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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
The company will follow leading urban planning and environmental sustainability standards to preserve the area’s unique heritage
The government has implemented comprehensive economic and social initiatives that are designed to set the stage for sustained and long-term growth
The collaboration presents an important commitment to fostering cultural programmes and initiatives
The platform is set to further enhance the city’s business and leisure tourism industries while advancing economic growth
The influx of new hospitality and tourism-related projects in the region is fostering new trends that add value and efficiency
The company aims to create a transformational impact on the community through economic, social and environment initiatives that are aligned with UN SDGs
Nationals of 103 countries and regions are exempt from entry visas for stays up to 14 days
In 2022, the G20 nations welcomed 74 per cent of international tourists and 73 per cent of tourism exports worldwide
The kingdom’s incoming tourism revenue grew by about 225 per cent to reach SAR37bn in the first quarter of this year
This new service is poised to increase visitor arrivals to the UAE
Citizens from 115 countries still have to obtain a visa before entering the UAE
The report by World Travel & Tourism Council reveals the top five most powerful travel and tourism economies as of 2022 in terms of GDP contribution
The change, which follows directives from the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, is set to take effect from September 1
The developer’s group property sales, rose by 14 per cent to Dhs20.2bn