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Expo 2020 Dubai has recorded 10,836,389 visitors as on January 24, 2022, catalysed by a magical new musical from Indian stars Shekhar Kapur and A.R. Rahman, plus a series of high-profile events as part of the first Global Goals Week to be organised outside United Nations in New York. Visitors …

One of the first areas to open in Malaysia for domestic visitors and then international travellers, Langkawi has repositioned itself as safe and adventurous destination with many offerings for the Middle East tourist. Nasaruddin Bin Abdul Mutalib, CEO Langkawi Development Authority shares with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Do share with us …

Sharzede Salleh Askor, Chief Executive Officer, Sarawak Tourism Board shares their latest campaign where visitors can experience  Sarawak, located on the Northwest coast of Malaysia, through the five-pillar strategy Culture, Adventure, Nature, Food and Festival in an exclusive interview with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Give us a brief about Sarawak tourism? …

Making their presence felt at Expo 2020 Dubai, Hungary Tourism continues to attract GCC market with their strategy to welcome more visitors in 2022. Continuing their activities, a special workshop was held targeting agents from the region. Speakers shared their insights with TRAVTALK. Shehara Rizly Ivan Ljubinkovic, Tourism Development Manager, …

Kick-starting New Year with their hidden gems in region of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, German National Tourist Office for GCC countries along with Mecklenburg-Vorpommern Tourist Board held their first comprehensive webinars for region. Shehara Rizly Yamina Sofo, Director Sales and Marketing, GNTO for GCC shared the latest update about travelling to Germany for …

Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq) announces development of newest pro skatepark attraction in Sharjah, part of its much anticipated and upcoming beach destination, Al Hira Beach. All types of skaters, sports persons and children can skate to their heart’s content here. Scheduled for completion in Q1 of 2022 along …

Apart from being largest Hollywood-inspired theme park, MOTIONGATE™ Dubai will soon have world’s fastest spinning rollercoaster inspired by Lionsgate’s global hit action John Wick franchise and DubaiParks  & Resorts will have LEGOLAND® Hotel, all set to transform LEGOLAND Dubai into a LEGO® themed resort. MOTIONGATE™ Dubai, the region’s largest Hollywood-inspired …

Decision was taken at UNWTO’s 24th General Assembly held last month. Announcement was made at conclusion of 114th meeting of UNWTO Executive Council held on following day. Location of office will continue to strengthen ties between UAE and Brazil and open up more opportunities for emiratis to visit Brazil. The …

Travellers from UAE are hoping to head abroad this winter to make up for lack of summer holidays over more than two years. Most people would like to go away with their extended families to make up for lost time. This is according to research from Marriott Bonvoy, travel loyalty …

International tourist arrivals (overnight visitors) increased by 58 per cent in July to September 2021, as per UNWTO. Rise in demand was due to an increase in traveller confidence due to lifting of restrictions in many countries. Following Omicron, world is seeing many curbs and COVID-19 tests once again. As …