Tourism Breaking News
Elaine Sun, Regional Director Middle East, Trip.com shared that the Chinese outbound tourists are projected to reach 130 million this year and in terms of the MENA region it has already surpassed 100% in terms of outbound flight and hotel growth. In her presentation, she revealed that according to the global market review international tourism reached 97% of pre-pandemic levels in the first quarter of 2024. Middle East with 136% followed by Africa with 105% and Europe with 101% while Americas was 100% and APAC at 82%.
Breaking News
- Emirates to boost capacity on busy route with five weekly flights to Madagascar
- Diriyah Company to open 7 Luxury Hotels, adding a total of 877 rooms
- Ajman Tourism Development Department to host first-ever e-Games championship, boosting youth engagement and tech innovation
- ATM research reveals more must be done to meet UN tourism-related sustainability goals
- DXB on track to break records in 2024 after stellar nine months
- RDK Group continues growth with the launch of a New Marriott International Branded Residences Tower in Al Barsha South, Dubai
- One itinerary, unlimited possibilities: 7 ways Emirates and flydubai have reshaped the skies in 7 years
- GCC visitors contribute €2.6 Billion to Germany’s tourism economy in 2023, marking a 24% increase
- United Hospitality to operate voco Bonningtom JLT, Dubai
- 512,000 visits from GCC to the UK during the first six months of 2024, an increase of 25% from 2023
- India emerged as top outbound destination for Oman travellers
