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Sharjah reconvenes at ATM

Sharjah will once again present its unique offerings and reconnect with trade partners across the globe at Arabian Travel Market from 9-12 May 2022. Over the past two years the emirate has been on track developing the eastern coast, which will be a key highlight at the event. Shehara Rizly …

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UAE tops list of travellers to Azerbaijan

As soon as the restrictions imposed in view of the pandemic started easing out, Azerbaijan became one of the first countries to welcome travellers from the Middle East region, especially from the UAE. Florian Sengstschmid, CEO, Azerbaijan Tourism Board, shares with Shehara Rizly the board’s plans for the market this …

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The hidden treasures of Qatar

Qatar is one of the most distinctive holiday destinations for travellers across the world mainly due to undisrupted air connectivity. This year with FIFA World Cup being held for the first time in the important GCC countries, the destination will undoubtedly attract a crowd of football fans eager to explore …

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‘You deserve Spain’ campaign revitalised

Having opened before the rest of the European destinations, Spain became the hotspot European getaway for the GCC travellers. This year, once again Spain will be on ground at the Arabian Travel Market to lure more guests towards the destination. Daniel Rosado, Director Spain Tourism Board GCC shares with TRAVTALK. …

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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 …

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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, …

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‘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 …

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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 …

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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, …

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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, …

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