The UK has been a consistent and key top source market for the GCC. According to research carried out by Colliers International, on behalf of ATM, as many as 2.8 million UK residents will travel to the GCC in 2024, an additional 500,000 travellers when compared to 2018 arrival figures. …
Read More »Outlook for the year of Expo 2020
UAE will be focusing on new markets in 2020, starting off with the Nordic travel fair—MATKA—to be held from January 17-20 in Helsinki, Finland. The two other important exhibitions to kick off in the upcoming year are Vakantiebeurs in Netherlands and FESPO in Switzerland. HE Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, …
Read More »Wego’s top 10 New Year spots
Wego, the largest online travel marketplace in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), highlights the best 10 festive countries to celebrate this Christmas and New Year. On offer are fireworks decorating the beautiful skyline across the amazing backdrops to vivacious street parties in the most sought-after cities. TT Bureau …
Read More »AYUBOWAN land of unexplored wonders
Sri Lanka has so much to offer its visitors when it comes to rich history and influences of being one of the most active trading hubs in ancient times. From picturesque locations which include pristine beaches to wildlife sanctuaries, Sri Lanka has an unmatchable diversified set of experiences. TT Bureau …
Read More »Tracing Al Mahatta’s aviation history
The museum first opened its doors in 2000, and since then, it has been a repository of stories of the first plane to land on Sharjah’s territories, the development of Sharjah’s first airport since the 1940s, and its influence on the economic, cultural and social life in the region. TT …
Read More »Accor expands portfolio
Ibis Jeddah and Adagio Jeddah by Accor is a contemporary lifestyle-oriented property offering cosy home-away-from-home environment to its visitors. Their opening will boost Jeddah’s local and international tourism business and will meet the increasingly diverse needs of domestic and international travellers. TT Bureau Accor opens the stunning new complex of …
Read More »THC promotes global presence
The Helicopter Company (THC), providing commercial helicopter transportation services all over Saudi Arabia, participated at the Dubai Airshow 2019, which was launched at Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai World Central (DWC). TT Bureau The Helicopter Company (THC) is the first and only helicopter operator in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, …
Read More »Spike in Indian visitors to GCC
The number of Indian tourists travelling to the GCC is expected to increase 81 per cent from 5.4 million in 2018 to 9.8 million in 2024, growing at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 10 per cent, according to the latest data published ahead of Arabian Travel Market 2020. …
Read More »Sharjah spotlight on local tourist attractions in WTM 2019
The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) participated in the World Travel Market (WTM) in London for the 17th consecutive year as part of its intensified campaign to promote Sharjah’s diverse and unique tourist offerings on the world stage. TT Bureau The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) …
Read More »Delta Hotels debuts in ME
Marriott International officially announced the debut of Delta Hotels by Marriott in Middle East and Africa with Delta Hotels by Marriott Jumeirah Beach, Dubai. Within easy access from key business hubs including Media City, Internet City and Knowledge City, the hotel is ideally located in the heart of Dubai. TT …
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