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On February 15, Spain Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai exceeded one million visitors. On the occasion, Carmen Bueno, Executive Commissioner General of the Spain Pavilion, welcomed the millionth visitor, an Irish man living in Abu Dhabi, who was there with his family. The Spain Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai exceeded …

Tourism leaders from the Caribbean nation visit UAE as part of a week-long mission to deepen connections between the two countries and showcase the islands’ extensive appeal and best environmental practices in a conversation with UAE’s Green Sheikh at EXPO 2020 – including a nationwide ban on plastic. A high-level …

Enjoy unrivalled views at Sekinchan Selangor in Malaysia: Sekinchan is a small coastal town in the northwestern corner of Selangor. Situated in Sabak Bernam district, about 90 km from Kuala Lumpur, the town is packed with attractions. However, the main draw is, of course, its endless vistas of paddy fields …

With COVID-19 restrictions easing globally, border control authorities have added responsibility to review health credentials of travellers in the Middle East. While biometric identity management systems have helped reduce safety and security concerns, the sector demands frequent innovations. The pandemic has shifted the travel process, and it has brought the …

Philippines’ Pavilion ‘Bangóta’ unveiled Puerto Princesa underground river, one of the new seven wonders of nature selected from across the world in a special voting campaign with over 600 million people. The occasion was graced by Philippine Ambassador to the UAE, His Excellency Hjayceelyn Quintana. Shehara Rizly In his opening, …

Abu Dhabi Convention and Exhibition Bureau announced a new partnership with Miral, Abu Dhabi’s leading curator of magnetic experiences, to strengthen the emirate’s position as a leading destination for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE), specifically targeting business events with more than 500 attendees. The partnership has resulted in the …

Dubai is a known leisure destination. With good connectivity, visa-on-arrival facilty for people from 70 countries, and blended option of business and leisure travel, the city becomes an ideal place for those looking for a destination to organise their events. Back to business! As the National Emergency Crisis and Disasters …

In a move to accelerate and future proof the kingdom’s tourism sector, Saudi Arabia recently announced its digital tourism strategy for the next three years targeting 10 percent of GDP contribution from the sector. Shehara Rizly As the kingdom of Saudi Arabia sets to attract global talent, build the next …

As the borders of Spain opened earlier in the European region, many travellers from the UAE benefited, as the entry requirements were flexible making it one of the most popular outbound destinations. TRAVTALK explores the relationship further by getting information first hand from the team from Spain and the UAE. …

The McArthurGlen group is delighted to announce the MAG Fashion Shopping Days, which will take place from February 20 to February 26. Make the most of your week-long holiday by treating yourself and your family to some leisure time at McArthurGlen. If you are a savvy shopper, McArthurGlen offers up …