Business and leisure combo drives GCC tourism boom
Business travelers worldwide are drawn to the GCC countries due to their rapidly growing economies, strategic geographic locations, and ambitious infrastructure development plans.
Arabian Travel Market 2022 kicks off in Dubai
The Chairman of Dubai World Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, inaugurated the 29th edition of the Middle East’s largest travel and tourism exhibition Arabian Travel Market (ATM) on 9 May 2022.Abu Dhabi tourism department readies to launch summer campaign
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) will announce its summer campaign at Arabian Travel Market (ATM), alongside a series of new initiatives and global partnerships. Sharing the best of Abu Dhabi with the world, travel partners and some surprise guests, DCT Abu Dhabi will...Jeddah Yacht Club Marina Zone all set for Jeddah Season 2022
Jeddah Yacht Club Marina zone will receive on Sunday the visitors to the Jeddah Season 2022 with a variety of restaurants and cafes overlooking the waterfront.Saudi Arabia okays six tourism projects worth $400 million
Saudi Arabia has okayed six tourism projects to the tune of $400 million in the first quarter of 2022.Jeddah Season 2022 kicks off in Saudi Arabia
This year's Jeddah Season is expected to feature international events and artistic and theatrical performances, Arab and international art concerts, games, and entertainment cities.Eid holidays boost Gulf tourism as COVID curbs ease
From overseas to the domestic circuit, the tourism industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council is witnessing a welcome resurgence, especially after two years of the Covid-19 pandemic.Booking volumes up 195% YoY for Eid, says dnata Travel
The top five most-booked destinations this year so far with dnata Travel include the Maldives, the UAE itself, Turkey, Mauritius, and Oman.Jordan and UAE groups join hands to develop beach project
Jordan Free and Development Zones Group Director Arwa Hiyari said the beach project is aimed at diversifying tourism.UAE and Egypt to boost investment and cooperation
UAE’s Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber reviewed bilateral relations with Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt.Morocco unveils new tourism promotional campaign
"Morocco, Land of Light" aims to position Morocco among the most coveted global tourist destinations and strengthen its attractiveness to the international public.ADNEC’s launches, successes in 2021
The company said it added about $653m to Abu Dhabi's economy.Red Sea Development Company to use biofuel for all tourist facilities
The company has chosen MAN Energy Solutions to provide 25 sets of biofuel generators for the sustainable tourism destination.Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority on Best Workplaces List
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has achieved sixth place on the Best Workplaces List of 2022 – Small & Medium Organizations. The ranking is awarded by the Great Place to Work, the global authority that recognizes high-trust, high-performing workplace cultures. RAKTDA is the category’s highest placed government entity...Jordan and Azerbaijan look to boost trade ties
According to the statement, a Jordanian-Azerbaijani Economic and Investment Business Forum will be held in the coming periodGreece’s Ionian Islands eye UAE to woo tourists
Rodi Kratsa-Tsagaropoulou, Mayor of Greece's Ionian Islands, explains how an enhanced cultural and tourism ties with UAE will be mutually beneficial for both countries.Libya looks to tourism to revive ‘heritage’
While late dictator Moamer Kadhafi allowed tourists to visit the country on organized trips, visitors have been thin on the ground since his fall in a 2011 revolt, which sparked a decade of chaosEmaar plans new Fujairah resort
The Emaar Hospitality Group will open the resort in Q2.Tunisia tourism revenues climb 48% to $200m by April 10
The country’s external debt services went up 5 percent, from nearly TND2 billion ($666.69 million) to about TND2.1 billion ($700.02 million).Dubai Next expects increase in ‘fund seekers’
Dubai Next, the digital crowdfunding platform that has attracted many young innovators and start-up ideas, is anticipating an increase in fund-seekers and contributors.Sri Lanka declares $51 bn foreign debt as economic crisis worsens
Sri Lanka's snowballing economic crisis began to be felt after the coronavirus pandemic torpedoed vital revenue from tourism and remittances.Czech Republic delegation explores business opportunities in Bahrain
A business delegation of Czech Republic visited Bahrain to explore investment opportunities and expansion of economic projects between the two countries. The delegation expressed keenness on cooperating with Bahrain for investment in various private sectors. Industry, Commerce and Tourism Minister Zayed bin Rashid Al Zayani said that Bahrain welcomes all...Jordan Interior Ministry introduces 5-year entry visa
The decision also grants visa holders a temporary three-month stay that is obtained directly at border posts on each trip.Dubai issues 24,662 new business licenses in Q1 2022
Dubai has issued 24,662 new business licenses in Q1 2022, a report by the Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) said. This marked a growth of 58 percent from Q1 2021, when 15,580 licenses were issued. DET Business Registration and Licensing (BRL) issued its first-quarter 2022 report on the business...First private mission reaches International Space Station
Axiom sees the voyages as the first steps of a grander goal: to build its own private space station. The first module is due to launch in 2024.Air travel recovery gathering steam as Covid restrictions eased: IATA
The accelerated growth recorded in February 2022 compared to a year ago, is helping passenger demand catch up to 2019 levels.Soaring global urban tech market to benefit KSA: Mastercard report
The paper has shone a spotlight on how Saudi Arabia’s e-government, tourism, healthcare, and transit sectors stand to benefit from the smart city revolution in the Kingdom.Sharjah Chamber, Guatemala ink MoU to fortify economic cooperation
The MoU aims to strengthen trade relations and develop mutual cooperation, encourage and facilitate economic cooperation between business communities in both countries.In a ‘dangerous’ land: tourists trickle back to Iraq
Retirees and YouTubers, on package tours or lugging backpacks, are braving Iraq's still basic tourist infrastructure to visit ancient sites that rival those of Egypt, Syria and Jordan.Saudi Arabia eases rules for US, UK, and Schengen visa holders
The move comes two weeks after the country lifted all Covid-19-related entry restrictions.Saudi Arabia wants Trojena on global tourism map
Trojena is the new mountain tourism destination whose establishment was recently announced by Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.DET of Dubai and du launch Digital Business Hub
The Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) in Dubai and du, from Emirates Integrated Telecommunications Company (EITC), have opened the Digital Business Hub.Five ancient tombs discovered in Egypt’s Saqqara
In January 2021, Egypt unveiled ancient treasures found at Saqqara, including more than 50 wooden sarcophagi dating back to the New Kingdom.UFC, martial arts group, to return to UAE in October
The world’s premier mixed martial arts organization UFC will return to UAE in October 2022 at Abu Dhabi Showdown Week in Etihad Arena.OPEC projects UAE economy to grow rapidly in 2022
OPEC Monthly Oil Market Report has predicted the UAE's economic growth to quicken in 2022.Uncertainty for Russian tourists in Turkey hotspot as war rages
Dozens of Western countries have banned Russian planes from their airspace while some carriers operating flights to Russia have had their insurance policies cancelled.Emirates to launch daily flights to Israel from June 23
Emirates will offer multiple daily and weekly flights throughout Australia, India, Philippines, Thailand and South Africa, many of which are home to thriving Jewish communities.Playa Hotels inks Saudi resort deal
It will set up facilities along the Arabian Gulf and the Red Sea.Kyrgyzstan and Ras Al Khaimah to expand cooperation in investment, trade
Kyrgyzstan and the UAE have discussed enhancing the investment and trade cooperation between the two sides. Mohamed Ali Musabbeh Al Nuaimi, Chairman of the UAE’s Ras Al Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Abdilatif Jumabaev, Ambassador of Kyrgyzstan to the UAE represented their countries in a meeting. The meeting...Turkey tourism industry bemoans Russia-Ukraine war
Every Sunday Noori Sani welcomes his old friends around a bountiful Turkish breakfast in Istanbul. But surrounding him now are empty tables on his terrace at his restaurant by the Blue Mosque.Romania-UAE Business Forum promotes economic collaboration
Romanian business leaders were speaking at Romania-UAE Business Forum at Expo 2020 Dubai.Jordan reduces entry fees at tourist sites for Arab visitors
The tourism ministry will treat Arab tourists as Jordanians to spur tourism.Region needs tourism to beat inflation
Despite the global closures and economic crisis, the tourism sector in the Gulf region fared well in 2021 due to several factors such as the easing of restrictions and government support.Bahrain eyes cooperation with Germany in aviation, tourism
Bahrain's Minister said the private sector plays a key role in strengthening bilateral relations, as it boosts the volume of trade exchanges.Bahrain’s Growth Dynamics
Bahrain has a $90 per barrel breakeven oil price, so the country is moving forward with serious economic diversification plans among which is to become the Fintech hub.Qatar rolls out new Covid policy for travelers
The Ministry stated that Qatar's Travel and Return Policy has been a key measure in the nation's COVID-19 strategy.A Saudi study sees tourism a provider of thousands of jobs
A study undertaken by the Saudi Ministry of Tourism sees the sector providing thousands of jobs for the young people in the kingdom.GCC eyes floating hotels, eateries to buoy tourism
Floating restaurants and hotels could be a significant supporting player as the GCC region aspires to increase its footprint as a global tourism hub.Majority of Saudi nationals positive about tourism sector jobs: Study
A sizable number of Saudis look positively at jobs in the tourism sector, according to a study by the kingdom's Ministry of Tourism in collaboration with Digital Research Company (DRC). Key findings indicate that 75 percent of Saudis have a positive perception towards jobs in tourism, with 83 percent saying...Gourmet meals spawn $59bn Saudi food industry
More than 50,000 coffee shops and restaurants scattered all over the kingdom help Saudi economy relish growth on the back of rising demand in food industry.2021 edition of World’s Coolest Winter raises UAE hotel revenues by 50 percent
UAE government's World's Coolest Winter campaign, which was launched in December 2021, has raised revenues of hotel establishments to AED1.5 billion ($408 million), compared to AED1 billion in its first edition in 2021, marking an increase of 50 percent. An official statement said the campaign promoted tourism, natural sites and...