International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 58 per cent in July to September 2021, as per UNWTO. Rise in demand was due to an increase in traveller confidence due to lifting of restrictions in many countries. Following Omicron, world is seeing many curbs and COVID-19 tests once again. As …

Known for its luxurious and unique facilities, Marriott International reveals their unique offerings to GCC region with three of their key brands in Mauritius. Sydney Pierre, Chief Sales and Marketing Officer, Marriott Hotels Mauritius reveals more details in a candid conversation with TRAVTALK Shehara Rizly Share about the presence of …

With a vision to transform tourism and real estate sector in the Sultanate in accordance with Oman Vision 2040, Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) has revealed the Masterplan and brand identity of ‘Yiti’ — the largest integrated tourism developments in Oman. The new master plan of the development sets …

National Aquarium at Al Qana, Middle East’s largest aquarium with more than 46,000 sea animals and 300 different species, is now offering visitors breathtaking diving experience. There are many options available for both certified and non-certified divers and anyone eager for an adrenaline-pumping adventure. Paul Hamilton, General Manager at The …

To achieve a cashless, contactless payment system across hospitality, retail and tourism sectors, Department of Culture and Tourism, Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced signing of Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with PayBy, an innovative financial technology platform. In support of the UAE government’s vision to create a secure financial …

In line with group’s efforts to ease restrictions imposed following COVID-19, Air Arabia, Middle East and North Africa’s first and largest low-cost carrier (LCC), has resumed its city check-in services in Sharjah, Ras Al Khaimah and Ajman. Air Arabia’s City Check-ins was established in 2012 to provide passengers the added …

DCR announced 7th race meeting at Meydan Racecourse to highlight events, activities offered by emirate. The move is part of the Dubai Racing Club’s (DCR) efforts to support the initiative, which was launched in line with the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and …

The Philippines will start to accept fully-vaccinated foreign leisure travelers from visa-free countries   beginning February 10. Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat made the announcement today January 28 (Friday) after the Inter-Agency Task Force for the Management of Emerging Infectious Diseases (IATF-EID) approved the proposal of the Department of Tourism (DOT). “We …

The Department of Tourism (DOT) announced Wednesday (January 12) that fully vaccinated tourism workers are now receiving booster shots as an added protection against the heightened threat of the Omicron COVID-19 variant in the country, and with most regions already attaining above 90 percent vaccination rates among active and eligible …

The Department of Tourism (DOT) has trained over 30,000 tourism professionals, surpassing its targets for such in 2021. Tourism Secretary Berna Romulo-Puyat expressed her satisfaction with the latest numbers noting their continued commitment to support the tourism industry towards its recovery and sustainability. “Through these training programs, the DOT is …