King asks tourism authorities to maximize the yield
AMMAN, Jordan — Authorities are ready with a plan to best utilize the upcoming tourism season ... read more
Saudi domestic tourism
A recent study released a statistical report by the Tourism Information and Research Center ... read more
Middle East Tourism
The Egyptian tourism minister announced in the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference Egypt's plan ... read more
Gay Israel
By Nelson Alcantara, eTN editor-in-chief
Israel to gay tourists: We’re open for you!
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Gulf Cooperation Council countries single visa
DUBAI, UAE - The plan for a single visa system for the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) countries ... read more
Al Hafiya natural reserve in Kalba
His Highness Dr Shaikh Sultan bin Mohammed Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of ... read more
Oman Air
MUSCAT — Oman Air, the national carrier of the Sultanate of Oman, has been awarded ‘Best ... read more
Saltimbanco production to run in June in Amman
The international entertainment group, Cirque du Soleil, will perform for the first time ever in ... read more
New hotel to open in Dubai on Iconic Palm Jumeirah
DUBAI - W Hotels Worldwide today announced it has signed an agreement with Al Sharq Investment ... read more
Budget airlines in the Gulf capitalising on robust demand
The global financial turmoil coupled with the rising cost of fuel has dented profits in the ... read more
Saudi Tourism
The Kingdom’s tourism sector will provide 1.6 million jobs by 2015, Prince Sultan bin Salman, ... read more
World Travel Market Vision Conference-Dubai
The prospects for growth in tourist arrivals in the Middle East and the success of some hotels ... read more
Emirates SkyCargo
DUBAI, UAE - Emirates SkyCargo, the Dubai-based air freight division of Emirates, has been voted ... read more
Bahrain
MANAMA, Bahrain - In a ceremony today, Bahrain's King, His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, ... read more
Mövenpick Hotel and Residences Hajar Tower Makkah achieves sustainability
LOS ANGELES, California - Green Globe today announced certification of the Mövenpick Hotel ... read more
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Redefines Luxury on the Arabian Gulf Coast
DOHA, Qatar - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. today announces the debut of The St. ... read more
Bahrain Upholds Right to Religious Freedom
MANAMA, Bahrain - Bahrain's King, His Majesty Hamad bin Isa Al-Khalifa, met with 16 Bahraini ... read more
Pavilion attracts unsurpassed number of visitors
“The kingdom of Saudi Arabia participation in this year’s Arabian Travel Market in Dubai is ... read more
Anantara UAE resort certified by Green Globe
LOS ANGELES, California - Green Globe announced certification of Desert Islands Resort & Spa ... read more
biggest travel and tourism event in the Middle East
HRH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of ... read more
New corporate identity to replace Qatar National Hotels brand
DUBAI - Qatar National Hotels Company (QNH) has chosen this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM) ... read more
World Travel Awards VIP Gala in Dubai
DUBAI, UAE - The Middle East’s leading travel brands have shared top honors at a VIP gala ... read more
Egyptian Tourism Recovery
DUBAI, UAE - The flow of tourists to Egypt will be returning to the same level that recorded in ... read more
Relic discovered in Saudi Arabia
A rare pottery jug that dates back to the pre-Islamic era was found recently in the Al Ahsa ... read more
Egypt: Israel aiming to impede Sinai's booming tourism industry
Egyptian officials slammed Israel's Sinai travel advisory, accusing Jerusalem of trying to ... read more
Saudi General Authority for Civil Aviation to grant new licenses
Saudi civil aviation authority said on Wednesday that the kingdom will clear new airlines for ... read more
Jumeirah names New COO
DUBAI, UAE - Jumeirah Group, the global luxury hospitality company and a member of Dubai ... read more
Tourism activity has great returns on Saudi economy
HRH Prince Sultan Bin Salman Bin Abdul Aziz, President of the Saudi Commission for Tourism and ... read more
Opening next month at The St. Regis Doha
LONDON, UK - Multiple Michelin Star-rated chef, Gordon Ramsay, is putting the final touches on ... read more
Tourist Drowns In Ajman
AJMAN - A 53-year-old tourist drowned while another visitor was rescued by the civil defence ... read more
