When in Abu Dhabi: 7 must-dos for a romantic stopover
You and significant other have a stopover in Abu Dhabi, and you want the 24-hours to be meaningful, memorable and most importantly, romantic. But you’re...
Category : Middle East and GCC
Oman’s tourism triumph
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Oman’s Ministry of Heritage and Tourism confirmed during its annual media briefing held in Muscat that the Sultanate’s tourism sector continues to deliver rapid growth...
Davos 2026: The GCC’s tourism power play and $16 trillion opportunity
by Newsroom
At the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos last week, the GCC, particularly Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, articulated a powerful and...
Saudi’s tourism masterplan just got real
by Newsroom
The fact is, Saudi Arabia has moved from “building tourism” to engineering an entire travel economy, complete with mega-destinations, sustainability credentials, global influence plays, and...
How the UAE hacked tourism
by Newsroom
If the future of travel had a poster child, the UAE would be hogging the spotlights. Desiring more than spectacular skylines and record tourist arrivals,...
Ras Al Khaimah roars into travel spotlight
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The Northern Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah has firmly landed on the global travel radar, posting record tourism and aviation results in 2025 that signal...
Record-breaking must-visits for a stopover in Dubai
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Dubai is home to quite a number of record-breaking attractions and exceptional experiences. From iconic architecture and rich culture to plenty of luxury, here are...
Six enchanting places to propose in AlUla this Valentine’s Day
by Newsroom
Eternal memories are made in AlUla every day, with its natural bounty, authentic heritage and timeless culture as a backdrop for global travellers. Around Valentine’s...
Dubai hotels smash records with strongest December in nearly 20 years
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Dubai didn’t just end 2025 on a high – it set off fireworks and checked into record territory while it was at it. Fuelled by...
UAE Tourism in 2025 Wrapped and 2026 Loaded
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If 2025 had a travel trade headline for the UAE, it would be “momentum with purpose”. Not just more visitors, but smarter growth, deeper collaboration...