Thailand has announced a rapid growth in the number of tourist arrivals from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region during 2023, an increase of 28 per cent from the previous year. Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has also launched ‘Amazing Thailand: Your Stories Never End’, a new campaign aimed at …
Read More »South Africa impresses ME travel trade
South African Tourism board conducted several workshops with travel trade in the UAE and a special press conference for media at the Arabian Travel Market in order to showcase their diverse offerings most suitable for the region’s travellers. Neliswa Nkani, Hub Head – MEISEA, South African Tourism, presented a 360-degree …
Read More »15 mn tourists visit Egypt in 2023
In spite of the conflicts in neighbouring countries, Egypt welcomed record 15 million tourists in 2023. It was announced at ATM 2024, held in Dubai recently. Egypt showcased its commitment to enhancing the tourist experience and attracting new visitors from the UAE, GCC, and other parts of the world by …
Read More »Aiming 27.3 mn visitors in ’24
Malaysia, one of the most sought-after destinations by GCC travellers, continue to focus on the region. GCC region is a lucrative global market in terms of high spending travellers. Dr Shehara Rizly The official contingent of dignitaries arriving from Malaysia to participate at the Arabian Travel Market last month reiterated …
Read More »Balancing tourism & biodiversity
UN Tourism, a specialised agency of the United Nations, is strategising innovative ways to educate and take forward the sustainable development practices around the world. Basmah Al-Mayman, Regional Director for the Middle East, UN Tourism, shares insights on policies carried out by way of education, investment, innovation and technology to …
Read More »Seychelles, Emirates strengthen bond
Tourism Seychelles showcased their diverse offerings at the Arabian Travel Market, held recently in Dubai. Sylvestre Radegonde, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Seychelles, led the contingent of nine partners from the country, which included hotels and DMCs. Among some of the strategic collaborations they made was the renewal of …
Read More »Mallorca shines in GCC tourism spotlight
Spain tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) brought in almost 30 partners for the Arabian Travel Market to showcase the diverse offerings to the existing clientele and also meet new clientele. The NTO focussed on 4 Balearic Islands – Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. For the first time, Mallorca …
Read More »RezLive celebrates partnerships at ATM
RezLive.com took centre stage at Arabian Travel Market 2024, held recently in Dubai. The event served as a platform for the company to showcase its innovative solutions and reaffirm its dedication to empowering travel professionals worldwide. The company’ pavilion captivated attendees with its infectious enthusiasm and unwavering commitment to fostering …
Read More »Tech investment in tourism to rise by 14%
Amadeus recently released its report on ‘Travel Technology Investment Trends 2024’, which included key players in the travel and tourism industry. In an interview with TRAVTALK, Ernesto Sanchez Beaumont, Managing Director, Amadeus Gulf, shares the purpose behind the study, new findings from it and how it will benefit the industry …
Read More »Harnessing India’s tourism potential
Addressing a session at Arabian Travel Market 2024, Alhasan Aldabbagh, President APAC, Saudi Tourism Authority, says that they have introduced a 96-hour visa for Indians possessing the US, UK or Schengen visa, while Markus Tan, Regional Director, India, South Asia, Middle East & Africa, Singapore Tourism Board, asserts that they …
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