At the opening of the global summit of the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Julia Simpson, President and CEO WTTC in her welcome address shared the agenda for the summit and the new initiatives to be launched. “Ma-bu-hi. It’s incredible to think of what we have been through since we …
Read More »World travel and tourism leaders gather in Manila for 21st WTTC global summit 2022
World tourism executives and delegates from across the global travel and tourism sector gather in iconic Manila for the 21st World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit under the theme, “Rediscovering Travel”. In her speech during the opening ceremonies of the summit, dubbed as the most influential event in …
Read More »2,000 meetings @ GTS
It was two great days of networking with the travel trade in the Middle East at the Gulf Travel Show 2022, organised with Tourism Malaysia as platinum partner. Shehara Rizly We are very happy to announce that we will be opening our borders from 1st April 2022 this year to …
Read More »UAE railway links Dubai, Abu Dhabi
One of the 50 key infrastructure projects launched in the UAE was the national railway programme with an investment of AED 50 billion linking all seven emirates. This programme is also expected to create economic opportunities amounting to AED 200 billion. H.H. Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, …
Read More »‘Austria premium family destination for GCC’
With countries easing restrictions and opening up, Austria tourism board introduces one of the most interesting destinations for the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market, a premium family destination where one can discover and indulge in both summer and winter 365 days a year. Shehara Rizly Robert Groblacher, Director, Austria tourism …
Read More »ME’s tourism trade could be $246 bn in 2022
A recent research shared by World Travel & Tourism Council reveals that the travel and tourism sector in the Middle East could reach up to US$246 billion this year, just 8.9 per cent behind pre-pandemic levels. As the region continues to recover, employment in the region could also reach beyond …
Read More »Sharjah highlights Al Dhaid’s rich history
The Sharjah Commerce and Tourism Development Authority (SCTDA) announced a new event called ‘Celebrate Al Dhaid!’ in collaboration with the Sharjah Institute for Heritage to shed light on the historic Al Dhaid Fort in Sharjah’s Central Region. The announcement comes as His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, …
Read More »Wego to promote Egypt tourism
Wego and Egypt Tourism Authority launched a campaign to promote Egypt’s ‘hidden gems’, including the world’s oldest intact temples, museums and pyramids, among tourists of all seasons. The campaign focuses on promoting Egypt as the most preferred destination of choice for Middle Eastern travellers showcasing the various elements of Egypt, …
Read More »Malaysia opens doors
The big news was revealed at the recently concluded Gulf Travel Show 2022 when the country announced that its borders are now fully open for global travellers. Middle East has always been one of the most important source markets for Malaysia pre pandemic, generating the highest revenue. Last November, Malaysia …
Read More »Malaysia to fully open for international travelers from 1st April 2022
Malaysia is all set to welcome back international travelers after the government announced the full reopening of its borders for the first time after nearly two years of COVID-19 pandemic-related closures as the nation is transitioning to endemic phase, beginning 1 April 2022. Fully-vaccinated travellers can enjoy quarantine-free travel and …
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