Rise of the Me-Mooners: Why is solo travel gaining momentum?
Solo travel, also known as the rise of “Me-Mooners,” has become one of the most dynamic shifts in the tourism industry. This is particularly felt...
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2025 travel trends: 90s nostalgia meets advanced AI
by Newsroom
As the clock strikes 12 on the new year, travel behaviour is expected to shift in an interesting direction whereby holidaymakers will be torn between...
Top things to do and see on a 24-hour stopover in Qatar
by Newsroom
Time starts… now! You’ve managed to fit in a 24-hour stopover in Qatar’s capital of Doha (possibly by taking advantage of Qatar Airways’ stopover program) but you’re...
HIlton predicts travel trends for 2025
by Newsroom
From adventure-seeking to hurkle-durkling (a Scottish phrase for lounging in bed all day), Hilton’s annual Trends Report reveals how travellers will balance work and play...
WTM 2024: Top news and stories from the Middle East
by Newsroom
And just like that… World Travel Market 2024 wrapped up on the 7th of November, closing out another year of learning, socialising and partnering. Around...
Unlocking efficiency: How WegoPro empowers travel agents
by Newsroom
In our ever-evolving era of digital transformation, the travel industry continues to shift and shape according to the trends, needs and requirements of travellers. So...
Middle East Stopover Programs: Turn Your Next Layover into A Mini Holiday
by Newsroom
You could just have the one holiday, or you can have two by extending your next layover and squeezing in a Middle Eastern stopover! Over...
Qatar’s 147% tourism growth led by air, infrastructure and people
by Newsroom
It should come as no surprise that Qatar’s tourism sector has had rapid growth in recent years, but did you know that the industry grew by an...
Faith, art, and architecture: 10 iconic mosques in the Middle East
by Newsroom
Marble domes and luxurious gold features. Sky high minarets coupled with some of the world’s largest chandeliers. Mosques are renowned around the world for their...
Gen Z, Boomers & APAC: growing markets from the Middle East and beyond
by Newsroom
Gen Z, Boomers and travellers from the Asia Pacific region have been flagged as key markets for travel agents and other industry professionals across the...