Middle East
Gorilla trekking: Premier Holidays adds Uganda in 2019 itinerary
The UK-based independent tour operator, Premier Holidays, has unveiled its latest itinerary on offer — gorilla trekking and Uganda wildlife tours.
India’s ITDC goes global, inks MoU with Kingdom of Morocco
India Tourism Development Corporation Ltd. (ITDC) has signed an agreement with the Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development to strengthen cooperation in the tourism sector.
Millennium Hotels unveils Oman property, 11 more due to open in 2018
Millennium Hotels and Resorts has strengthened its presence in Oman with a fourth hotel property, Millennium Resort Salalah.
Tivoli Hotels and Resorts expands to Qatar with waterfront property
Situated on the shores of the Arabian Gulf, Souq Al Wakra Hotel Qatar by Tivoli has launched in the up-and-coming seaside district.
Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh launches Saudisation programme
The Saudi nationalisation scheme or Saudisation, a government directive to boost the country’s workforce with Saudi nationals, has come into effect with gusto at Ascott Rafal Olaya Riyadh with the announcement of two new key staff member appointments at the property.
Qatar Tourism Authority, AIDA & Costa Cruises aim to make country a cruise destination
Qatar Tourism Authority (QTA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with German AIDA Cruises and Italian Costa Cruises to develop cruise tourism in the country.
“Chinese visitors are coming in big numbers to Yas Island”: MeetChina 2018 organisers
The seventh edition of Meet China brought together a host of the country’s top-tier travel buyers and key suppliers from across the UAE.
Qatar Airways boosts Mombasa coverage to seven daily flights
Qatar Airways has announced that it will begin operating to Mombasa, with a new service operating four times a week, as of 11 December this year.
Taiwan Tourism taps Musafir.com to attract travellers from the UAE
UAE's premium-experience travel website, Musafir.com, has announced an alliance with the Taiwan Tourism Board to raise awareness about Taiwan as a leisure destination for the Middle East.
Crystal Cruises 26th world cruise: “A truly comprehensive odyssey on a grand scale”
Crystal Cruises has announced it is all set for the its 26th annual World Cruise – this year the wide ranging voyage, dubbed “Ancient Dynasties & World Wonders”, will take in up to 17 cities on a sea route across five continents.
Drinking alcohol is “wholly illegal in the UAE even in flight” says Detained in Dubai
Sparking international concerns regarding alcohol laws, the UK government has advised citizens to be wary when drinking alcohol in the country or even onboard flights destined for Dubai.
Etihad Airways personalises experience with cloud technology
Etihad Airways has partnered with Farelogix Inc. to enhance its merchandising and distribution capabilities.
Coming soon: World’s largest indoor ski and snow park in China
Majid Al Futtaim, a leisure and entertainment group in the Middle East has announced the development of Wintastar Shanghai—a 90,000 sqm ski and snow park.
Qatar Airways to fly direct to Da Nang, Vietnam
Qatar Airways announced the launch of direct flights to Da Nang, Vietnam, starting 19 December 2018.
Emirates announces new codeshare agreement with Jetstar Pacific
Emirates and Jetstar Pacific have announced a new codeshare agreement expanding the existing partnership between the two carriers.
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