Malaysia, one of the most sought-after destinations by GCC travellers, continue to focus on the region. GCC region is a lucrative global market in terms of high spending travellers. Dr Shehara Rizly The official contingent of dignitaries arriving from Malaysia to participate at the Arabian Travel Market last month reiterated …
Read More »Balancing tourism & biodiversity
UN Tourism, a specialised agency of the United Nations, is strategising innovative ways to educate and take forward the sustainable development practices around the world. Basmah Al-Mayman, Regional Director for the Middle East, UN Tourism, shares insights on policies carried out by way of education, investment, innovation and technology to …
Read More »Seychelles, Emirates strengthen bond
Tourism Seychelles showcased their diverse offerings at the Arabian Travel Market, held recently in Dubai. Sylvestre Radegonde, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Tourism, Seychelles, led the contingent of nine partners from the country, which included hotels and DMCs. Among some of the strategic collaborations they made was the renewal of …
Read More »Mallorca shines in GCC tourism spotlight
Spain tourism in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) brought in almost 30 partners for the Arabian Travel Market to showcase the diverse offerings to the existing clientele and also meet new clientele. The NTO focussed on 4 Balearic Islands – Mallorca, Menorca, Ibiza and Formentera. For the first time, Mallorca …
Read More »Harnessing India’s tourism potential
Addressing a session at Arabian Travel Market 2024, Alhasan Aldabbagh, President APAC, Saudi Tourism Authority, says that they have introduced a 96-hour visa for Indians possessing the US, UK or Schengen visa, while Markus Tan, Regional Director, India, South Asia, Middle East & Africa, Singapore Tourism Board, asserts that they …
Read More »Unified visa to boost GCC biz
Ministers from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Bahrain discussed the streamlining of GCC Tourism at ATM 2024. According to policy makers, tourism is projected to account for 12% of the UAE’s GDP. TT Bureau GCC policymakers gathered at Arabian Travel Market 2024 in Dubai to discuss the future of …
Read More »Visit Maldives showcases luxury tourism at Riyadh Travel Fair 2024
Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC/ Visit Maldives) participated in the Riyadh Travel Fair (RTF) 2024, organised from 27-29 May 2024. Alongside 17 participants representing 9 companies, MMPRC showcased Maldives as a luxury destination in Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). MMPRC’s contribution in the fair was to strengthen …
Read More »Maldives President Dr Muizzu participates in the Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4)
The Maldives’ President Dr Mohammed Muizzu is taking part in the The Fourth International Conference on Small Island Developing States (SIDS4). SIDS4 is scheduled to be held from 27 to 30 May 2024 in St. John’s, Antigua and Barbuda. This year’s theme for the conference is “Charting the course toward …
Read More »Maldives Wins prestigious 4 Categories at the World Travel Awards Indian Ocean Category held during ATM 2024
Maldives Marketing & Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC) is proud to announce that the Maldives has been awarded 4 prestigious categories at the World Travel Awards (Indian Ocean category), at the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2024 held at Dubai World Trade Center. The categories that the Maldives has won for this …
Read More »Middle Eastern Tourists Drive European Shopping Renaissance with McArthurGlen Leading the Way on their travel itineraries
The allure of European shopping has become an essential component of every traveler’s itinerary from the Middle East, with McArthurGlen Outlets positioned as the market leader in providing unparalleled retail experiences across the continent. In a landmark achievement, Middle Eastern markets emerged as the first market in tax-free shopping at …
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