Tourism

Dubai real estate: Emaar Properties posts $2.74 billion in Q1 2025 revenue, a 50 percent increase YoY

The company reported a net profit before tax of $753 million, up 49 percent

Shurooq’s $1.96 billion investments fuel 52 projects in 15 years of development in Sharjah

Key initiatives include AED5 billion in real estate and AED850 million in hospitality projects

Emirates Airline sets record with 99.9 percent baggage accuracy in 2024 at Dubai Airport

The airline has invested millions into bespoke software systems that provide real-time visibility and oversight of baggage journeys

Dubai Airport Show 2026 date confirmed following 24th edition’s success

The 2025 show attracted more than 6,000 attendees and over 140 exhibitors from 22 countries

Disney announces new theme park resort in Abu Dhabi, UAE

This project will become Disney’s seventh theme park destination worldwide

Emirates to connect Dubai and China’s Hangzhou with new daily flights starting July 30

The new service will operate with a Boeing 777-300ER, offering 2,478 weekly seats

UAE and Croatia explore opportunities in new economy, tourism and advanced technology

Focus on creating a flexible business environment to boost investment and dialogue between both nations 

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority launches new corporate identity to drive city’s aviation leadership

New visual identity reflects Dubai's position as a leader within the global civil aviation sector

Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025 concludes with 55,000 attendees, 16 percent YoY growth

Growth has been achieved across all show verticals, with a YoY increase of 19 percent in the Middle East

Abu Dhabi Stopover Program attracts 44,000 visitors this year, marking 76 percent leap

Program has achieved 25,000 bookings in the first four months of 2025, representing a 47 percent annual growth in sales

Makkah sees 162 percent surge in tourist spending during Ramadan, says Visa

Madinah saw a 64 percent increase in visitor spend during Ramadan

Riyadh Air signs 11 major agreements with global partners at ATM 2025 to serve 125 countries

Deals will enable Riyadh Air to boost its brand visibility while promoting its diverse range of flight services and products