Middle East on track to generate $350 billion a year from tourism
The tourism industry is on track to becoming one of biggest generators of revenue for the Middle East, with expectations that it will bring in...
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Making history: Emirati leader Sheikha Al Nowais heads UNWTO
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Emirati business powerhouse, Sheikha Nasser Al Nowais, has been elected as the next Secretary-General of the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO), making her the...
Is sustainable travel becoming more luxurious?
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Luxury travel is no longer just about five-star hotels and exclusive amenities. According to Virtuoso’s 2025 survey, 68% of luxury travellers now prioritise responsible travel,...
Heritage, uniqueness & travel agents: Top luxury travel trends of 2025
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Luxury travellers are planning an average of eight, according to a new report. The first Luxury Travel Report compiled by Preferred Hotels & Resorts found...
Wellness & adventure: the travel trends actually taking shape in 2025
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We’re almost halfway through the year, and the passions and purposes motivating travellers are well and truly taking shape. That is, according to The Mastercard...
Transforming Abu Dhabi: inside the emirate’s Tourism Strategy 2030
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Abu Dhabi’s mission is to become one of the world’s ‘most compelling destinations’, through attractions, experiences, innovative offerings, but most importantly, preservation of culture. Rihlat...
How social media is ‘setting the table’ in MENA
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In the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), social media has become a central ingredient in the region’s rapidly evolving dining scene. Where once food...
Viral vs Value: What Really Drives Hotel Bookings?
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‘The power of social media’- if we’ve heard it once, we’ve heard it a thousand times, and that’s because it’s one thing everyone can agree...
Elevate DMC considers expansion
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Elevate DMC, a leading global destination management company, is looking to expand its footprint after its recent launch into Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Speaking to Rihlat...
The First Group: shaping seamless hotel experiences
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In a world of hyper personalisation, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for hoteliers to keep up with the expectations and demands of their guests. Fortunately, The...