Qatar is wooing GCC tourists with easy visas, special offers and enhanced tourism offering
GCC tourism
The GCC’s tourism vision is bold – And it will pay off
Picture a network of railways akin to the European Railway Network, coupled with the ease of a unified GCC visa, and you have a recipe for enhanced connectivity and growth
Oman hotel revenue up 10.2% to $282m
Oman continues to report steady growth in revenue for 3 to 5-star hotels
Oman hotel revenue up 10.7% to $242m
Oman hotel revenue climbs following massive increase in guests from Asia
Oman hotel revenue up 26.4 percent to $397m
Oman recorded 1.43m tourists by the end of September
Dubai welcomes over 8.55mn visitors in 6 months surpassing pre-pandemic levels
The latest data, released by Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, showcases Dubai’s determination to secure its position as the world’s most visited destination
Tourism in the Gulf: Ready for takeoff
Exploring the upcoming developments and initiatives set to make the Gulf an international tourism hub in 2023 and beyond
Royal Commission for AlUla, World Bank sign development pact for ‘sustainable regeneration’
Through the partnership, RCU will work closely with World Bank specialists to ensure the transformation of the historic area
MSC World Europa – the world’s largest environmentally-focused cruise passenger ship – makes waves in Doha
MSC World Europa represents the future of cruising and was presented at the brand-new Grand Cruise Terminal in Doha
How the experience economy can diversify Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s quest to create new markets, territories and economies to diversify from oil is huge and significant
How Saudi Arabia is aiming to taste success on the global F&B map
Diriyah Gate Development Authority (DGDA) has announced the F&B brands for its 15,000 square metre premium dining destination as part of the $50.6 billion transformation of the historic city of Diriyah.
Due for completion in early 2022, Bujairi Terrace will feature 18 food and beverage brands, four of which are Michelin starred restaurants – Bruno, Tatel, […]
Lodging operator Ascott reveals major Middle East expansion plan
International hospitality firm eyes new properties across the Gulf region by the end of 2022
Saudi Arabia at centre of regional tourism push as UNWTO opens Riyadh office
The first United Nations World Tourism Organisation regional office officially opens on Thursday
Why travel passes, vaccines are key to the global tourism rebound
Experts at the Middle East Tourism Investment Summit remain convinced about the actions needed by governments around the world
Hospitality major inks deal to add midscale hotels across the Gulf
IHG says agreement will see new hotel openings in the UAE, Oman, Bahrain, Jordan and Egypt in the near term
New tourism direct booking initiative launches in Dubai
Welcome To The World aims to give holidaymakers the opportunity to book directly and support local businesses