Hospitality & Tourism

Oman’s airports welcome over 1.33 million passengers and 8,983 flights by January 2025

Indian nationals topped passenger numbers at Muscat International Airport with 90,081 arrivals

Qatar Airways boosts global network with 11 new destinations as demand surges

New flights will connect major cities like Sharjah, Amsterdam, London, Madrid, and Tokyo Narita

UAE Eid Al Fitr 2025: 15 popular travel destinations to visit during the long weekend

Eid Al Fitr this year is expected to take place either on Sunday, March 30, or Monday, March 31, depending on the sighting of the moon

Saudi Tourism Ministry: Licensed hospitality facilities surge by 80 percent in Makkah

The Ministry recently introduced an online service to check hotel and apartment license statuses in Makkah and Madinah

Jeddah Historic District welcomes over 1 million visitors in first week of Ramadan Season 2025

Season seeks to revive cultural heritage and promote Saudi identity through a variety of Ramadan-themed activities

Emirates concludes participation in ITB Berlin 2025, forges 11 strategic agreements

The airline's officials conducted 270 high-level meetings, while its pavilion attracted more than 6,000 visitors

Empowering Economic Growth through Sustainable Tourism

Shaikha Nasser Al Nowais, Corporate Vice President of Owner Relationship Management at Rotana Hotel Management Corporation, shares her vision for the future of global tourism

New Abu Dhabi Pass from DCT and Etihad Airways to include 10GB tourist SIM card

Etihad passengers will receive an email link to access the Abu Dhabi Pass for free

Saudi Air Connectivity Program introduces direct flights from Stuttgart to Jeddah

This initiative aims to boost capacity for travelers from Europe and the United States to Saudi Arabia

Emirates, Malta Tourism Authority partner to bolster inbound tourism

Emirates has been serving Malta since 2003 and currently operates a daily flight using a Boeing 777-300ER

FHS Saudi Arabia launches NextGen Investment Forum to deliver future leaders in hospitality

Forum seeks to create a comprehensive ecosystem that supports education and career development in hospitality

ATM 2025 to host over 2,600 exhibitors from more than 161 countries as international tourism grows

Europe is on track for a steady growth of 12 percent, with participants from across the continent participating in the upcoming edition of ATM

Emirates launches new services to China, Vietnam, Cambodia

Emirates now extends its presence to four Chinese gateways including Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou

Plaza Premium Group unveils Numero Uno Caviar Bars at Dubai International, Zayed International Airports

The Caviar Bars will feature a selection of premium Numero Uno and Kaspian branded caviar

Red Sea Global introduces sustainable aviation fuel at Red Sea International Airport in Saudi Arabia

The initiative will empower the broader aviation sector to make environmentally conscious choices

Visit Qatar, Microsoft join forces to advance new AI-powered smart tourism solutions

Leveraging Visit Qatar's GenAI Travel Concierge, Microsoft and Qatar will enhance visitor experiences through technology 

Saudi Arabia opens first phase of Sports Boulevard project with five key destinations

Total completed length of the project now stands at 83 km, with overall progress reaching 40 percent

Jeddah’s King Abdulaziz International Airport launches 70 e-gates to facilitate faster passenger processing

New e-gates system leverages modern technologies and AI to facilitate faster and more secure passenger processing

UAE hotels earn $10.1 billion in first 10 months of 2024, marking a 4 percent growth

Hotel occupancy rose to nearly 78 percent, reflecting a 2.7 percent increase from last year

Riyadh Season 2025 receives record-breaking 20 million visitors

Popular destinations such as Boulevard World, Boulevard City and Boulevard Runway saw particularly high foot traffic this year

Riyadh Air reveals sonic brand ‘Sound of a New Era’ ahead of 2025 launch

This milestone in preparations aims to create a unique musical experience for travelers in 2025

Saudi Arabia Railways exceeds 13 million passengers, diverts 2 million truck trips in 2024

Freight operations grew significantly, transporting over 28 million tons of goods, marking a 15 percent increase

UAE visa-on-arrival for Indian nationals: Expanded eligibility and fees

Indian nationals must meet the UAE's criteria to be eligible for the program

Etihad Airways welcomes 1.7 million travelers during January, up 18 percent year-on-year

Growth indicates strong momentum, with a high passenger load factor as travelers prefer the airline