Tourism

Davos 2025: Saudi Arabia spotlights tourism’s critical role in driving global economic growth

Davos 2025 emphasizes Saudi Arabia's dedication to fostering cross-sector partnerships and driving economic growth through tourism

Wizz Air Abu Dhabi reaches milestone with 3.5 million passengers in 2024

The ultra-low-fare airline unlocked more than 4.4 million ultra-low-cost seats

Top 10 busiest international flight routes in the world in 2024

The busiest international flight route in 2024 was Hong Kong (HKG) to Taipei (TPE) with 6.8 million seats

flynas celebrates first direct flight between Riyadh and Entebbe in Uganda

flynas will operate three weekly flights on the new route between Riyadh and Entebbe

DXB remains world’s busiest international airport with 60.2 million seats in 2024

DXB’s airline capacity grew significantly since 2023 with seats increasing by 7 percent year-on-year

Emirates expands Madagascar network with two new flights amid robust travel demand

The airline will boost its schedule from four to six weekly services starting April 2

Etihad Airways carries 18.5 million passengers in 2024, up 80 percent from 2022

The airline welcomed 1.7 million guests last month, a remarkable increase of more than 20 percent

Sharjah Airport welcomes over 17.1 million passengers in 2024

Airport expanded its network of new flight routes by adding seven direct destinations to various global capitals and cities

1 Billion Followers Summit: A key contributor to UAE’s global tourism identity

The World's Coolest Winter campaign continues to deliver significant positive outcomes across numerous sectors and tourism activities

Riyadh Season achieves new high with over 16 million guests

This success stems from diverse offerings like boxing, wrestling, concerts, unique dining, and innovative entertainment zones

flynas expands Africa network, celebrates first direct flight between Jeddah and Djibouti

Airline started operating three weekly flights between Jeddah and Djibouti, further expanding travel options to and from Africa

Saudi Arabia advances coastal tourism growth with key initiatives in 2024

Authority introduced the first-ever regulatory framework for Saudi yachts in 2024

Dubai’s DWTC to host over 100 events spanning key growth sectors in H1 2025

DWTC calendar features new exhibitions and flagship mega-events such as Arab Health, Gulfood and Arabian Travel Market

Egypt’s tourism surges with 15.7 million visitors and plans for 40,000 new hotel rooms

Egypt's tourism revenue rose 5 percent to $6.6 billion in H1 2024, up from $6.3 billion in 2023

DAE signs definitive agreement to acquire 100 percent of Nordic Aviation Capital

The transaction will be adequately capitalized and financed through internal resources and secured debt financing

ATM 2025 to address soaring growth within aviation sector from April 28 to May 1, 2025

New technology, sustainable aviation, corporate travel, and the ‘gate escape’ to be discussed in detail

Saudi Arabia’s domestic tourism flourishes in 2024 with 44 percent growth in bookings

While iconic cities such as Makkah, Riyadh and Madinah remain central tourism hubs, emerging destinations are becoming increasingly popular 

Air Arabia launches three weekly non-stop flights to Ethiopia

Air Arabia will fly to and from Ethiopia's capital every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday

Diriyah Company launches $310 million substations to power future development

Diriyah and Wadi Safar electricity substations will be operated by Saudi Electricity Company

Dubai welcomes 16.79 million tourists in first 11 months of 2024

Hotel inventory grew to 153,390 rooms in 828 establishments by November 2024

Dubai awards $108.9 million contracts for second phase of Al Mamzar Beach Development Project

This phase focuses on improving the Al Mamzar Corniche beachfront, and is expected to finish by end of 2025