An emerging travel trend evolving in the Middle East region since even before the pandemic is people seeking unique and life changing experiences, termed as ‘themed trips’ or ‘experiential travel’ in the region. Let’s take a look at what the experts have to say about this trend. Jamal Abdulnazar, Chief …

Sharjah focuses on sustainability and innovation as its showcases its multiple offerings at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM). Travel leaders from across the world connect, interact and sign off valuable deals and partnerships over the four days of extravagant show. As we mark our 24th participation at the ATM alongside …

TRAVTALK celebrated International Women’s Day in Dubai with 11 insightful speakers from the travel, tourism and hospitality sectors. The event was first in a series of ‘Women leaders forums’. Dr. Shehara Rizly The event kicked off with Devika Jeet, Director, DDP Group, welcoming the audience with an inspiring note “inspire …

Post Ramadan outbound travel picks up once again, thanks to demand from locals and expats in the GCC region. Maldives and Thailand in Asia, as usual, secure top position while close by and visa-free destinations, such as Georgia and Azerbaijan, also follow the suit, and not to forget Istanbul and …

Sandeep Walia, Chief Operating Officer, Middle East Marriott International, shared valuable insights on their latest research of 192 million global membership, their growth plans for the year with a special focus on empowering women in leadership in Saudi Arabia, as there will be more hotels coming up this year. Dr. …

The world convenes again in Messe Berlin from 5-7 March 2024 to display latest products and services to various markets across the globe over three full days of business interactions. Industry leaders share their view on the exhibition. H.E. Khalid Jasim Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority …

Oman received 2.9 million visitors till October-end, surpassing the set target of 2.5 visitor arrivals for 2023, according to the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, Sultanate of Oman. TT Bureau Oman has exceeded the set target of 2.5 million visitor arrivals in 2023 and received 2.9 million visitors by the …