Adventure and Golden Visas await in Oman
From pioneering tech to big-ticket investment incentives, the Sultanate of Oman is pressing fast forward on its Vision 2040 and serving a delightful combination of...
Category : Middle East and GCC
A new chapter for Ras Al Khaimah Tourism: Phillipa Harrison takes the helm at RAKTDA
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In a compelling move that promises fresh momentum for the emirate’s tourism ambitions, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has appointed Phillipa Harrison, former...
AlUla Wellness Festival 2025 announces first-ever duathlon
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From 24 October to 1 November 2025, AlUla will transform into a global stage for health, fitness, and mindful living, as it welcomes the return...
Saudi Arabia issues guidelines for prescription drugs
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Saudi Arabia has introduced a new digital permit system for travellers carrying prescription and controlled medications. For years, international visitors to Saudi Arabia have faced...
Jordan’s tourism revival is going strong
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Jordan is deploying a dynamic, multi-pronged strategy to reignite global interest in its world-renowned attractions. Just this month, coordinated media outreach and the expansion of...
OMRAN empowers abilities through GIFTED
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Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group), in collaboration with the Ministry of Social Development, has launched the second edition of its pioneering “GIFTED” program, a...
Oman invests heavily in Salalah tourism amidst rising visitor numbers and new national initiatives
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Oman is doubling down on its tourism ambitions, committing USD 208 million to develop Salalah’s tourism complex. This is a strategic investment designed to energise...
Night tourism in the Middle East: Summer adventures after dark
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Sweltering summer days in the Middle East have sparked a boom in night tourism, the practice of exploring attractions and activities after sunset. Booking.com recently...
Oman’s untamed beauty: mountains, beaches, islands and wadis
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Oman is a land of diverse and untamed beauty, offering an array of natural wonders that range from mountains and beaches to deserts. Here are...
Sharjah’s rising status
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Jet-setters know a good thing when they see it. When airport traffic is soaring, you can bet a destination is on the upswing… and Sharjah...