Accessible travel triumphs in MENA ahead of the Paralympics
Olympic fever is still in the air as the 2024 Paralympics start in Paris on 28 August; and airlines, hotels, and tourism boards have implemented...
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Five insider tips to fly Emirates like a pro
by Newsroom
While the perks of flying first or business class with Emirates involve incredible comfort, privacy, a substantial menu, fluffy pyjamas and cool amenity kits, there’s...
The Red Sea to cater to adventure tourism
by Newsroom
As Saudi continues to evolve in its tourism offering with sports, luxury and rich cultural experiences leading the way, the Red Sea is now taking...
Female Chinese travellers creating opportunities for MENA
by Newsroom
In recent years, the profile of affluent Chinese travellers has undergone a significant transformation, with female travellers emerging as a dominant force. They account for...
Four MEA trends from Mastercard’s 2024 travel report
by Newsroom
Mastercard’s Economics Institute has highlighted key global and regional insights in its Travel Trends 2024 report. We’re looking at the Middle East and the top...
Wego’s Top Summer Destinations for GCC Travellers
by Newsroom
According to the latest report from Wego, India, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Thailand, Indonesia, Kuwait, UAE, Turkey, Philippines, and Jordan are the most preferred summer destinations...
Five things you didn’t know about being a flight attendant
by Newsroom
To celebrate International Cabin Crew Day (May 31), we’re appreciating the unsung heroes of the skies. We are sharing some lesser-known aspects of the profession,...
Virtuoso Symposium: Conflict and AI shaping luxury travel
by Newsroom
In case you missed it, 400 travel professionals from 37 countries descended into Dubai to attend the Virtuoso Symposium from 20 – 24 May. A...
Three ways to increase brand appeal
by Newsroom
As international passenger traffic increases in the Middle East, so does the competition for destinations and hotels to stand apart. ATM 2024 brought together industry...
Unlocking China and India’s tourism potential for the Middle East
by Newsroom
As Arabian Travel Market 2024 unfolded at the Dubai World Trade Centre, industry experts converged to delve into the burgeoning opportunities presented by two of...