Tourism

Egypt welcomes 15.78 million tourists in 2024, aims for 30 million annually in coming years

The country received 8.7 million tourists in the first half of the current fiscal year

Saudi Arabia opens domestic private aviation market to international operators

New policy will come into effect on May 1, 2025, allowing foreign charter operators to apply for permission to operate domestic flights

Abu Dhabi Airports welcomes record-breaking 29.4 million passengers in 2024

Abu Dhabi Airports saw a 10 percent increase in aircraft movements, from 226,362 in 2023 to 249,747 in 2024

Qatar sees 190,000+ cruise passengers in early 2024/2025 season

Germany led with 30.2 percent of arrivals, followed by Russia at 10.8 percent and Italy at 9.2 percent.

Sheikh Hamdan approves Therme Dubai, world’s tallest well-being resort

With a cost of around AED2 billion, a consortium of local and international financing partners will fund the project

Bluewaters Island – Guide to Attractions, Dining, & Unique Experiences

Luxurious residential properties on the island cater to diverse lifestyles, providing comfort and modern amenities 

Red Sea Residences: Investors, residents can now own homes in the The Red Sea

First development under Red Sea Residences revealed to date is located on the Shura Island

Dubai DET, Dubai Basketball partner to drive city’s sports sector growth

Dubai Basketball has made history as the first team from the Middle East to compete in Europe’s ABA League

Global air traffic rises 10.4 percent as demand surges to record high in 2024

Middle Eastern airlines saw a 9.4 percent air traffic rise in 2024

DXB welcomes record 92.3 million guests in 2024, celebrating decade as world’s busiest international airport

Over the past decade, the airport has welcomed more than 700 million guests on over 3.3 million flights