Middle East
Oman embarks on plan to tap USD 7.8 billion investment in travel
The plan includes establishing a system of governance and updating the legal framework by reviewing and updating the tourism law and its executive regulations
Etihad Airways Makes A Record-Breaking First-Half Profit
Etihad Airways published its financial and operational results for the first half of 2022, including a record-breaking core operating profit
Recovery on track: Middle East air passenger traffic near pre-pandemic levels
Air passenger traffic in the Middle East and South Asia has recovered in the second quarter (Q2) of the year to approximately 85% of Q2 2019 seat capacity
Qatar Tourism gears up to receive more Indian travellers with Delhi and Mumbai roadshow
Qatar Tourism's roadshow in India drew industry and visitor attention to the infrastructure, attractions, and amenities being built for the prestigious FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022, which the country will host in November and December this year
IndiGo takes off for Bahrain
These new flights will enhance international connectivity and bolster trade, commerce and tourism between India and Bahrain, which is known for its pearl diving and trading tradition
Emirates bats for Rugby World Cup France 2023
As the official airline of Rugby World Cup France 2023 and Australia 2027, Emirates will fly rugby to new frontiers and bring its leading expertise in customer experience to help deliver a truly world-class tournament for fans travelling to the host nations
Seven out of 20 busiest global air travel routes in May were India to Dubai
The busiest international route in India in May 2022 was Mumbai-Dubai with 406 flights
Dubai becomes world’s most popular destination
Placing second in 2021’s index, Dubai has usurped the top spot from New York City, overturning a huge lead and showing just how much Dubai has grown in popularity
MENA’s new forum in September gears up to focus on key destinations to drive tourism growth
MENA Attractions & Destinations Forum 2022 will be held on September 28-29, 2022 in Dubai, UAE to explore upcoming cultural and leisure projects and ways to drive growth for the tourism sector
Ras Al Khaimah visitor numbers return to pre-Covid levels in 2022
The impressive H1 performance saw the Emirate welcome over 521,085 international and domestics visitors between January and June 2022, a total increase of 21%
Sharjah summer promotions continues to draw tourists
Sharjah Summer Promotions (SSP) 2022 is enthralling shoppers and visitors with a wide range of spectacular promotions and offers across the Emirate of Sharjah
Qatar Tourism launches programme to upskill global travel trade partners
Available in 11 languages, Qatar Specialist Programme equips trade partners with the relevant knowledge and tools to promote and sell Qatar internationally more effectively
Sustainable food in air! Emirates flight catering launches world’s largest vertical farm in Dubai
The farm’s closed-loop system is designed to circulate water through the plants to maximise water usage and efficiency
As demand soars, Qatar Airways ramps up all-in-one FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 packages
As Qatar takes centre stage to host the FIFA World Cup, its national carrier has ramped up all-inclusive FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 travel packages for fans to secure their place in world football’s biggest event
All-women crew for Saudi airline
An all-women domestic flight has been reported from Saudi Arabia. This is considered a major breakthrough following Israeli airlines permission
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