The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has emerged as one of the main regions driving growth in affluent travel, recording high spends, while also displaying an appetite for sustainable eco-luxury and meaningful cultural experiences. Mastercard’s latest report, ‘Affluent Travel: A Middle East Perspective’, released during the Arabian Travel Market 2024, unpacks some of […]
Qatar Airways won three prestigious titles at the Business Traveller Middle East Awards during the Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai. The awards are for ‘Best Regional Airline Serving the Middle East’, ‘Airline with the Best Business Class” and ‘Best Travel App.’ The awards recognize the airline’s service and commitment to providing unparalleled travel experiences and […]
Sharjah is showcasing its latest tourist, entertainment, cultural, and adventure offerings at ATM Dubai 2024 – the region’s leading travel show. Ongoing projects and future strategies that will contribute to the emirate’s status as a premier destination for global tourists and visitors are also being showcased at the show. The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority’s […]
Saudi Arabia’s tourism sector celebrated an incredible milestone of 100 million visitors in 2023, seven years ahead of schedule, marking a significant stride towards economic diversification and emphasizing the sector’s growing contribution to the national economy. The government aims to leverage this momentum, planning an investment infusion into the hospitality sector of up to SAR 42 […]
Al Shindagha Museum, the UAE’s largest heritage museum, is a great place for visitors to understand Dubai. The museum offers distinctive journeys through an array of 22 pavilions nestled within 80+ historic houses, celebrating Dubai’s history and culture. Museum visitors can immerse themselves in the Emirati past through diverse collections, exhibitions, and archival material that […]
Due to a significant increase in tourist arrivals from various parts of the Arab world and beyond, the Rixos Hotels Egypt has recently opened several new hospitality facilities, including the Rixos Premium Alamein, Rixos Golf Villas & Suites Sharm El Sheikh, Rixos Radamis Sharm El Sheikh, and Club Prive by Rixos Sharm El Sheikh. Each […]
The first upscale Radisson-branded hotel in Morocco, the Radisson Hotel Casablanca Gauthier La Citadelle, has just opened. Situated in the heart of the vibrant Gauthier district in Casablanca, this is the second Radisson hotel in Casablanca and the ninth in Morocco. The new hotel is near Villa des Arts and the “White City’s” key cultural […]
flydubai flights to select destinations from DWC will operate for a 45-day period from 09 May to 22 June 2022 flydubai has announced that it will operate flights to select destinations from Dubai World Central (DWC) in order to provide more travel options to passengers during the northern runway refurbishment project announced by Dubai Airports. […]
Emirates has signed a contract on a pioneering initiative, where its first retired A380 aircraft will be upcycled and recycled, dramatically reducing the environmental impact of the deconstruction process and drastically reducing landfill waste. The iconic 1st generation A380 onboard bar and other cabin features will be transformed into bespoke furniture, plus a range of […]
