Hospitality & Tourism

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

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

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

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

The great harmony of history and adventure

Experiencing Ras Al Khaimah, the UAE’s next big tourism destination

Diving into Seychelles’ tourism progress: A paradise with a purpose

Discover the country’s sustainability and conservation efforts

From Middle East to Africa, travel sector reaches new heights in 2024: Report

UAE ranked among the top 10 global travel destinations in the past year

Abu Dhabi, Fujairah tourism departments ink agreement to boost knowledge exchange, tourism

Collaboration underscores commitment to promoting the cultural heritage of Abu Dhabi and Fujairah by exchanging artefacts and artworks

Sustainable tourism is no longer enough; we must give back to our planet

Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea and AMAALA are standout examples of regenerative tourism

Qiddiya City’s new Performing Arts Center to receive over 800,000 visits annually

Center will host over 260 indoor and outdoor performances and events every year with over 3,000 seats across three theatres

Japan adopts digital system to screen visa-exempt travelers ahead of entry

The move aims to prevent illegal overstaying and enhance border security by screening visitors in advance

Saudi hospitality revenue to rise 7.5 percent in next 4 years, fueled by tourism and Vision 2030

The GCC hospitality sector's revenue is expected to reach $48.1 billion by 2028

Oman’s Muscat airport sees 16.8 percent surge in passengers in April 2024

Flights through the airport reached 32,520, of which 29,862 were international and 2,658 were domestic