The $600m daily cost for Middle East tourism
The escalating conflict involving Iran has delivered a sudden shock to travel across the Middle East, disrupting flights, weakening traveller confidence and threatening billions in...
Category : Middle East and GCC
UAE Holidays 2026: Dates, Long Weekends & Leave Planner
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Planning your 2026 UAE holiday schedule? This guide gives you an up‑to‑date overview of public holidays in the UAE 2026, including Eid holidays in the...
When in Abu Dhabi: 7 must-dos for a romantic stopover
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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...
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
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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
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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
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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
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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...