Agreement between DCT Abu Dhabi and Miral to generate USD 23 million economic impact
Significant funds from – Ghadan 21 – were allocated to the tourism sector, with DCT Abu Dhabi launching a USD 163 million ‘mega events fund’.
Over eight million tourists in Dubai in the first half of the year
India alone draw almost 1 million visitors to Dubai, particularly noteworthy given the severe air traffic and seat capacity challenges due to geopolitical volatilities.
Fujairah beach project is in finalization stages, brings 176 hotel rooms
The project is expected to be completed in March 2020. It will help the emirate’s economic development by reinforcing the role of tourism.
Over half a million tourists visited Lebanon in Q2 2019, 12 percent more than 2018
Summer season is turnkey when it comes to boosting the number of arrivals to the country, and stakeholders are positive.
Jordan, Egypt, and Dubai among Four Seasons Private Jet 2021 itineraries
Featuring two newly crafted itineraries, the Four Seasons Private Jet will touch down for the first time in Angkor Wat, Mexico City, Easter Island and Athens, among an enviable list of locales.
Raki Philipps replaces Haitham Mattar as RAKTDA CEO
Phillips has worked for some of the world’s most renowned global brands, including Ritz-Carlton Hotels, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Universal Studios.
Abu Dhabi hotel GMs meet at DCT for industry development planning
New initiatives to boost hotel performance in the capital, as well as key regulations, upcoming developments and challenges facing the tourism sector.
Three-minute online visa system is linked to purchase of tickets for Jeddah Season events
Once visitors buy a ticket, they can get an instant e-Visa simply by logging on to www.sharek.sa and following the step-by-step instructions.
22 new hotels slated for Bahrain in the next four years
The total number of nights spent by tourists in the Kingdom reached approximately 4.1 million nights, an average of 3.3 nights per tourist.
Middle East travelers prefer London, Paris and Rome for their summer trips
Asian destinations are also inching up the list for Middle Eastern travelers, with Bali, and Tokyo joining Bangkok and Kuala Lumpur in this year’s top 10.
