Dubai records commendable tourism growth
According to Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), the city welcomed 5.18 million international overnight visitors from January to March 2024.
JLL reports resilient hospitality growth in the UAE
In 2023, the UAE displayed economic resilience amid global challenges, diversifying from oil. The non-oil sector thrived, as reflected in the PMI at 57.0 in November. Oxford Economics estimated a GDP growth of 2.4 percent, which is forecast to double in 2024.
Insight into Kuwait’s market
Nada Alameddine, managing partner at Hodema Consulting Services, offers insight into Kuwait’s market status, highlighting its strengths and weaknesses.
Region’s tourism sector could grow to USD 246B in 2022
The WTTC says governments must continue focusing on the vaccine rollout and allowing fully vaccinated travelers to move freely.
Over 7M visitors in Dubai in 2021
The opening of Expo 2020 Dubai in October 2021 marked the start of an incredible era for the city’s tourism industry.
UNWTO: global tourism grew 4 percent in 2021
While international tourism bounces back, domestic tourism continues to drive recovery of the sector in an increasing number of destinations.
The GCC’s food market in the next five years
Trends to keep an eye on include demand for organic and packaged food as well as tech advancements in food production.
How environmental shifts affect coffee quality
Shifts in the biochemical composition of coffee loop back into the food system as it impacts the way consumers experience coffee’s flavor.
Tourism and travel jobs to grow by 18 percent next year
WTTC’s research reveals that travel and tourism’s contribution to the global economy could see a rise of 31.7 percent in 2022.
Key figures and insights: Egypt’s hospitality scene
Charting the hospitality landscape in Egypt, JLL Q1 2024’s report highlights new market opportunities and more.