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HotelRixos Hotels achieves significant success in the Middle East and the UAE
Rixos Hotels secured multiple prestigious titles at the 2026 World Travel Awards, highlighting its strong presence and luxury offerings across the Middle East and UAE.
AgencyWorld Governments Summit, WTTC partner to shape future of travel & tourism
The WTTC and World Governments Summit have signed a landmark MoU to enhance public-private collaboration, driving sustainable growth and innovation in global tourism.
DestinationThe most popular destinations for Russians: Türkiye and Egypt
In the first half of 2026, Russia managed to break into the top three in the rankings for package tour bookings for the first time in two years.
HotelUAE’s first casino resort set to open in September 2027
Construction is ‘progressing rapidly’ at the Wynn Al Marjan Island gaming resort located in the northern emirate of Ras Al Khaimah.
LatestMiddle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
A new WTTC report projects a temporary 14.5% decline in Middle East tourism GDP for 2026, but forecasts the region to become the world's fastest-growing market by 2036.
HotelDubai awarded the “Dubai Sustainable Tourism” badge to 237 hotels
The Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) has recognized 237 hotels for their outstanding performance in sustainability and responsible hospitality practices.
DestinationDubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
Dubai has introduced 'A Dubai Invite,' offering residents up to $816 in rewards for inviting friends and family, aiming to revive tourism after recent regional tensions.
DestinationTourism remains one of the main pillars of UAE–Italy relations
Italy's Ambassador to the UAE, Lorenzo Fanara, highlights the deep cultural ties, rising luxury investments, and booming trade relations between the two nations.
AviationEmirates has recycled 88 tons of plastic used on board its aircraft
Emirates has recycled over 88 tons of plastic from in-flight catering products into new equipment, advancing its circular economy and sustainability goals.
DestinationEgypt will become an alternative destination to the UAE in the 2026 season
Due to tensions in the Middle East, Egypt has become a new alternative vacation destination for Russian tourists.
AviationEmirates is investing $5.1 billion in global aviation infrastructure
Construction has begun on Emirates’ new $5.1 billion engineering complex, which will be built in Dubai South (DWC Airport). Set to become one of the world’s most modern and advanced maintenance,...
AviationUAE partially closes airspace for one week
The United Arab Emirates announced that it has partially closed its national airspace for one week.
AviationUAE announces air traffic has returned to normal
The United Arab Emirates Civil Aviation Authority announced that the temporary measures implemented in its airspace have been lifted and that air traffic has returned to normal.
DestinationMiddle East travel & tourism soars as Saudi Arabia fuels growth
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) revealed that the Middle East is experiencing strong Travel & Tourism growth, with the sector expanding by 5.3% in 2025, outpacing the global average of...
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Oct 23Hotel
Rixos Hotels achieves significant success in the Middle East and the UAE
Sep 16Agency
World Governments Summit, WTTC partner to shape future of travel & tourism
Aug 13Destination
The most popular destinations for Russians: Türkiye and Egypt
Aug 12Hotel
UAE’s first casino resort set to open in September 2027
Aug 10Latest
Middle East travel & tourism faces temporary headwinds but remains the world's strongest long-term growth story
Aug 7Hotel
Dubai awarded the “Dubai Sustainable Tourism” badge to 237 hotels
Jul 30Destination
Dubai launches $800 incentive scheme to lure back tourists after Iran strikes
Jul 28Destination
Tourism remains one of the main pillars of UAE–Italy relations
Jul 2Aviation
Emirates has recycled 88 tons of plastic used on board its aircraft
Jun 10Destination
Egypt will become an alternative destination to the UAE in the 2026 season
May 22Aviation
Emirates is investing $5.1 billion in global aviation infrastructure
May 20Aviation
UAE partially closes airspace for one week
May 5Aviation
UAE announces air traffic has returned to normal
May 4Destination