International tourism at highest level since 2010
China continues to lead global outbound travel, having spent USD 258 billion on international tourism in 2017.
Chinese tourists now able to pay using UnionPay at Dubai Parks
This partnership comes after the launch of the Hala China initiative, which was set up to drive investment and tourism between the UAE and China.
New private jet launched by Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas
The Anantara Private Jet Experience can be tailored to suit each guest’s individual tastes and requirements.
Applications open for the 15th UNWTO Awards which recognize tourism innovation and sustainability
Finalists will be notified in December 2018, with the award winners to be announced in January 2019.
Oman: Where Hospitality Grows Stronger
Tourism arrivals to Oman will increase at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13 percent between 2018 and 2021. HN was given the opportunity to interview Haitham Al Ghassani, assistant director general of promotion and awareness at the Sultanate of Oman’s Ministry of Tourism
USD 4 million invested by Nakheel in new marinas at Dubai’s Palm Jumeirah
Nakheel is also building six marinas, at a cost of USD 45 million, at its new waterfront master development, Deira Islands.
Dubai partners with Al Tayyar Travel Group to attract more Saudi visitors
The alliance will see Almosafer creating inspirational content on Dubai’s tourism offerings to be promoted across all its communication channels.
Over eight million tourists visited Dubai in H1 2018
India, Saudi Arabia and the UK are the top three markets.