Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) revealed that the emirate recorded a 3% growth in the number of hotel guests in 2019 as compared to 2018. The sector welcomed approximately 1.8 mn guests last year with a hotel occupancy rate of 66 per cent. In terms of nationalities, guests …
Read More »Palladium Hotel Group expands its portfolio in 2020
Palladium Hotel Group continues its international expansion with the announcement of three new hotels for 2020. Representing an investment of more than 57 million euros, the Spanish hotel group is opening new properties in Spain and Italy this year with the aim of continuing to grow and strengthen two of …
Read More »RAKTDA unveils Jais Adventure Peak
Jais Adventure Peak, located in the Hajar mountain range of UAE, was officially unveiled by Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA). This iconic place will not only provide sports and thrilling activities for all the adrenaline junkies, but will also give a chance to explore the canyons and spectacular …
Read More »So Sri Lanka – The land of unexplored wonders
Golden sun-kissed beaches, picturesque locations, lush greenery, an island compact with all the gifts of nature and an ancient culture and heritage dating back 2,500 years, an amazing and exotic wildlife to indulge your adventurous side, spicy cuisine to liven up your taste buds — Sri Lanka is all this …
Read More »DXB retains number one title
Dubai International (DXB) retained its position as the world’s number one hub for international passengers for the sixth consecutive year with annual traffic for 2019 reaching 86.4 million, 6 million more than the nearest rival London Heathrow. India retained its position as the top destination country for DXB by passenger …
Read More »Ras Al Khaimah – A perfect getaway in the Middle East
Ras Al Khaimah is a destination beyond the resorts and hotels with a diverse array of landscapes promising rewarding experiences and adventures for all kinds of guests. The emirate has a lot to offer from tribal traditions, top bird-watching spots, outdoor adventures to international events in M!CE spectrum and sporting …
Read More »Sharjah emerging as the ‘go-to’ holiday destination for adventure buffs
Sharjah’s popularity as a sought-after tourism destination in the region is rising day-by-day, and the emirate is currently competing with the world’s top luxury travel destinations. The emirate’s rich culture, heritage and diversity of outdoor leisure activities are being highlighted across global markets. Led by the insightful vision and directives …
Read More »An escapade to Indonesia
Travel from Dubai to Indonesia to discover the wonderful hidden treasures in the many islands that adorn the country. Ubud in Bali, Seminyak, Lombok and Gili Terawangan are some of the key attractions of this picturesque destination. Ubud – mixture of culture and adventure Ubud is a town in Bali, …
Read More »Nordic spend to reach US$ 810 mn
Nordic tourists travelling to the GCC from Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Finland and Iceland, are expected to generate an estimated US$ 810 million in travel and tourism revenue by 2024, according to data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market to be held from April 19-22, 2020. The latest Colliers International research, …
Read More »Amadeus, Seera renew partnership
Amadeus and Seera Group have strengthened their partnership to drive technology innovation in the region’s tourism sector. This follows a year of collaboration that led to significant digital transformation of travel and tourism services. Amadeus is also supporting Seera in expanding its omni-channel consumer travel business, Almosafer, across Saudi Arabia, …
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