UAE and KSA travel and tourism sectors see rapid growth: reportThe travel and tourism sectors in the Middle East, particularly in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, are experiencing rapid growth, with significant investments and developments driving this expansion. It was recently More… |
Travel sector to contribute $11 trillion to global economyTravel industry's contribution to global GDP in 2024 will increase 12.1 percent year-over-year to $11.1 trillion, making up 10 percent of global GDP, according to a report from World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), cited by Reuters. More… |
31% rise in travel to Olympic host cities; outbound numbers too upMillions of travelers flocked to France for the Olympics, as expected. However, the sporting event of the summer boosted outbound travel too, with travelers leaving host cities ahead of the Games, according to Sabre’s booking analysis.&n More… |
Holiday Factory expands into PhilippinesHoliday Factory, a UAE’s award-winning tour operator, has announced its expansion into the Asian market with the launch of its first package tour in the Philippines. A press conference was held at the Mar More… |
New ATPI appointment strengthens Middle East leadership teamATPI, an internationally recognised travel management agency and a partner to the global energy industry, has appointed a new Head of Commercial Strategy to bolster its energy sector credentials in the Middle East region. Approaching th More… |
New ATPI appointment strengthens Middle East leadership teamATPI, an internationally recognised travel management agency and a partner to the global energy industry, has appointed a new Head of Commercial Strategy to bolster its energy sector credentials in the Middle East region. Approaching th More… |
Saudi aviation sector poised for growth as travel surgesSaudi Arabia’s aviation sector is set to be one of the fastest growing in the world in the coming years as the country seeks to position itself as both a regional aviation hub and as a major tourism destination, a report said. More… |
Saudi aviation sector poised for growth as travel surgesSaudi Arabia’s aviation sector is set to be one of the fastest growing in the world in the coming years as the country seeks to position itself as both a regional aviation hub and as a major tourism destination, a report said. More… |
Wego in deal to promote tourism hotspots in JordanWego, a leading travel app, and a leading online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (Mena), has partnered with the Jordan Tourism Board, to promote the diverse and captivating travel offerings of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jord More… |
Practising cyber hygiene crucial for travellers, here’s whyAs the excitement for summer holidays builds, practising ‘cyber hygiene’ is crucial to keeping travellers’ digital life secure, says a cyber expert. “It's essential to remember that increased travel brings wi More… |