The Department of Tourism (DOT) foresees a robust recovery for Philippines Tourism, underpinned by the encouraging figures in the Philippine Tourism Satellite Accounts (PTSA) for 2022, as compiled by the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA). The Tourism Direct Gross Value Added share of tourism to the Philippine economy, as measured …
Read More »‘Love the Philippines’ to boost tourism
On the celebration of the Golden Year of the Department of Tourism (DOT), President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Romualdez Marcos Jr., along with Secretary Christina Garcia Frasco unveiled a tourism campaign, ‘Love the Philippines’, on the department’s 50th Foundation Year. Addressing the event, President Ferdinand “Bongbong” Marcos Jr., expressed his support …
Read More »Thailand expects 1 mn ME visitors by ’25
One of the key outbound travel destinations for Middle East travellers, Thailand is back on track again, as it expects greater numbers of visitors from the region. The destination welcomed about 3.15 lakh Middle East visitors in 2022 and now with a new campaign, it aims to achieve one million …
Read More »Gulf travellers seek new experiences
Every year, travellers from the Middle East seek new destinations to escape the summer heat. After the pandemic, this year will be the first summer when all borders are open. Countries around the world are promoting their lesser known destinations to give the Middle East travellers a new experience. We …
Read More »Malaysia targets more visitors from ME
Malaysia has recorded 10.07 million tourist arrivals since opening of international borders and RM28.2 billion (AED 23.5 billion) in tourist receipts in 2022. Tourism Malaysia continues its efforts to publicize comprehensive promotional activities to the Middle Eastern region to keep the momentum going up and increase the number of international …
Read More »GCC unified visa on the cards
Tourism has taken a leap in the GCC region and becoming the new oil of the region. The region has been the most resilient and a leader in creation of jobs, especially in the travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. Ministerial level talks are ongoing to introduce a new scheme to …
Read More »Dubai welcomes 4.6 mn visitors in Q1
Dubai welcomed 4.67 million overnight visitors in the first quarter of 2023, and is on track to become the most visited international destination. The emirate’s hotels witnessed a surge in occupancy with the average occupancy reaching at 83 per cent during the January-March period, making it one of the highest …
Read More »Unveiling the Treasures of the Philippines: A Journey through its Captivating Islands
The Philippines, a nation blessed with 7,641 islands, invites explorers and adventurers to embark on a remarkable odyssey through its diverse and breathtaking island destinations. Each island possesses its own unique allure, promising unforgettable experiences that will leave travelers in awe. Palawan: A Paradise Untouched Prepare to be spellbound by …
Read More »Qatar Tourism to deal with core markets
Qatar Tourism is all set to lead a delegation of 43 partners at the upcoming 30th edition of the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) between 1-4 May 2023 at the Dubai World Trade Centre. This follows the country’s remarkable success in hosting the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, where Qatar’s hospitality …
Read More »Heritage city targets 250k visitors this year
The past few years have placed the Royal Commission of Al Ula on the map of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia boasting different activities and experiences for guests from across the globe. The wow factor of the destination amazes every traveller. Phillip Jones Chief Destination Management and Marketing Officer, The …
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