Hospitality & Tourism

Saudi Arabia’s NEOM awarded $27.7 million cement supply deal with Al Jouf, Webuild

The contract duration is 41 months from the date of signing and is subject to increased quantities

New luxury resort slated to debut in Saudi giga-project NEOM

The resort will include a long, bridge-like structure that spans 450 meters and is suspended 40 meters above a lagoon

UAE’s Emirates flight operations unaffected amid Microsoft and CloudStrike-related global major IT meltdown

A spokesperson noted that there could be delays to some Emirates flight timings later in the day

Sharjah Airport reports 8.3 million passengers in H1 2024, achieving 12.4 percent growth

The airport saw a 12.2 percent growth in aviation movements, totaling 52,702 flight operations

Oman hotel revenues rise 10.2 percent to $281.5 million in January-May 2024

The number of European hotel guests in Oman surged by 19.6 percent to 286,980

Dubai launches summer destinations guide with beaches, waterparks and indoor activities

Guide highlights the city's diverse range of experiences that cater to the tastes and interests of people of all ages and nationalities

Popular attractions to visit in the UAE, Middle East region and the world in 2024

For the first time ever, the Empire State Building in New York City climbed to the top as the No. 1 attraction globally

FHS World Dubai unveils first speakers, new features for 2024 event

Hospitality investment conference to take place from September 30 to October 2

Top summer 2024 travel destinations for UAE residents revealed

Data showed a significant uptick in both domestic and international travel

UAE’s Air Arabia expands Europe footprint with new Sharjah-Vienna route

The new service will commence operations on December 20, 2024, with a frequency of 4 non-stop weekly flights

GCC tourism’s contribution to GDP to surge to $340 billion by 2030: Report

The GCC region already boasts some of the world's most modern airports

Abu Dhabi’s Etihad Airways launches daily flights to Boston, Toronto

Etihad will also begin flying its state-of-the-art Airbus A350 once daily to Toronto Pearson Airport in Canada, starting October 27

Saudi’s flynas launches first direct flight between Riyadh and Egypt’s El-Alamein

flynas already connects Egypt to Saudi Arabia with more than 120 weekly direct flights

Neom city master plan: Unlocking the future of urban development

With its five unique regions, Neom has attracted attention from all around the world

UAE holidays: 35 percent jump in international travel bookings in July, August, says report

Most popular destinations for international travel from the UAE include Thailand, Maldives and Mauritius

The tourism marvel that is the Middle East

Public and private initiatives drive growth

Middle East private jet market makes waves

Private jet provides time efficiency and convenience that commercial airlines don't

Uber launches boat services at key European tourist destinations

Tourists will be able to use the Uber app to access new nautical experiences in Ibiza, Venice, Athens, Paris, Corfu and Santorini

Egypt’s tourism revenues rise 5 percent to $6.6 billion in H1 2024

Egypt welcomed 7.069 million tourists between January and June 2024

Must-visit destinations for travel enthusiasts

Popular and fast-emerging tourist areas that make the travel worth it

Miral destinations to explore when in Abu Dhabi

From Saadiyat Island’s Cultural District to four world-class theme parks on Yas Island

Want an exquisite getaway for summer? Here are 5 luxurious ultra-private escapes

Private oases located in stunning European and Maldivian destinations

Saudi Summer: Cooler summer next door – a gateway to culture and leisure adventures

Country’s summer program for 2024 features over 550 tourism products and 150 special offers