MPs seek to turn Bahrain's ice cream heritage into tourist attraction
Sun, 08 Nov 2026
Bahrain could get its own ice cream museum under a proposal by five MPs, led by Ahmed Al Salloom, with Awal Dairy identified as a potential partner for the colourful family entertainment and tourism attraction.
Visit Qatar, Satguru Travel sign strategic partnership to boost tourism from African markets
Wed, 04 Nov 2026
Visit Qatar has signed a one-year strategic partnership agreement with Satguru Travel & Tours at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2026 to boost leisure tourism from six priority African markets.
Türkiye records record tourism revenue of $51.3bn in first nine months of 2026
Mon, 02 Nov 2026
Türkiye's tourism revenue reached a record $51.3 billion in the first nine months of 2026, marking a 2.4% increase compared with the same period last year, according to figures announced by the country's Minister of Culture and Tourism, Mehmet Nuri Ersoy.
TOURISE urges tourism brands to prioritise creativity amid AI shift
Tue, 27 Oct 2026
TOURISE has released IDEAS That Travel, a new report developed with LIONS Advisory, highlighting how tourism brands must adapt to a fragmented, socially driven and increasingly AI-mediated landscape as global travel demand rises.
GCC tourism revenues reach $131.9bn in 2025, up 9.7pc
Sun, 25 Oct 2026
Tourism revenues across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries reached $131.9 billion in 2025, marking an annual increase of 9.7 per cent, while tourist arrivals rose 4.9 per cent to 75.7 million, according to the Statistical Centre for the Cooperation Council for the Arab Countries of the Gulf (GCC-STAT).
CONNECT.XCITE 2026 MENA concludes in Abu Dhabi, strengthening luxury travel ties
Sun, 25 Oct 2026
CONNECT.XCITE 2026 MENA concluded its third edition in Abu Dhabi, bringing together selected Chinese luxury travel buyers and premium tourism partners from across the Middle East and Africa for business meetings, networking and destination discovery.
The Gulf's mobility market is premium but increasingly distinctive
Thu, 22 Oct 2026
The Middle East's travel story is often told through regional growth: rising visitor numbers, expanding aviation capacity and sustained investment in tourism infrastructure. But Amadeus booking data points to another important evolution- the emergence of distinct mobility behaviours within the Gulf itself.
Asia Pacific tourism reaches 96.3pc of pre-pandemic levels, PATA data shows
Thu, 22 Oct 2026
The Pacific Asia Travel Association’s Annual Tourism Monitor 2026 reports that Asia Pacific international visitor arrivals reached 239 million in early 2026, up 2.9% year-on-year and equivalent to 96.3% of the corresponding 2019 level, as growth moderates.
Oman Air signs deal bringing 30,000 Indonesian visitors to Salalah in 2027
Wed, 21 Oct 2026
Oman Air and Adhwaa Al Ardh Al Satiaa have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bring 30,000 visitors from Indonesia to Salalah in 2027, supporting Oman’s tourism growth and strengthening its position as a leading destination.
SalamAir targets more visitors to Oman through expanded Stopover Programme
Wed, 21 Oct 2026
SalamAir is expanding its Stopover Programme with Visit Oman and the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism, targeting more than 7,500 potential visitors through February 2027, including Indonesian Umrah travellers offered overnight stays in Muscat.
Türkiye targets $70bn in tourism revenue in 2027, eyes global top six
Wed, 21 Oct 2026
Türkiye is targeting a place among the world’s top six tourism revenue earners in 2027, backed by a proposed $244.5 million tourism budget. The government aims to generate $70 billion in tourism revenue next year, rising to $78.5 billion by 2029.
Ajman Tourism roadshow targets new visitor markets in Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan
Tue, 20 Oct 2026
Ajman’s Department of Tourism, Culture & Media has concluded a promotional roadshow in Central Asia, visiting Tashkent in Uzbekistan and Almaty in Kazakhstan to expand its tourism source markets and attract new visitor segments.
Unlock Futures launches child protection framework for tourism
Wed, 14 Oct 2026
The Unlock Futures alliance has launched the Unlock Futures Protecting Children Action Paper, providing a practical framework to strengthen child protection and prevent exploitation across the travel and tourism industry.
Oman to expand tourism offerings at Madinat Al Irfan, Yiti
Wed, 14 Oct 2026
Oman Tourism Development Company (OMRAN Group) has signed development agreements worth RO122 million ($316 million) to expand tourism and hospitality offerings at Madinat Al Irfan and Yiti Integrated Tourism Development, strengthening the sultanate’s appeal as a destination for visitors and investors.
Oman lays foundation stone for $15m tourism, commercial project in Masirah
Wed, 14 Oct 2026
Oman has laid the foundation stone for an integrated tourism and commercial project in the Wilayat of Masirah, South A’Sharqiyah Governorate, with an investment of RO5.775 million ($15 million).
Ras Al Khaimah explores US tourism partnerships, destination development opportunities
Wed, 14 Oct 2026
Ras Al Khaimah has explored tourism partnerships and destination development opportunities across four US states, with discussions covering hospitality, convention infrastructure and knowledge exchange, including engagement with Wynn Resorts ahead of the planned September 2027 opening of Wynn Al Marjan Island.
Oman’s A’Dakhiliyah signs tourism investment deals across its wilayats
Mon, 12 Oct 2026
A’Dakhiliyah Governorate in Oman has signed tourism-related investment contracts covering the development and operation of recreational facilities, eco-parks, restaurants, cafes and other attractions across its wilayats.
Bahrain Tourism Minister holds WTTC Summit talks to boost global partnerships
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Bahrain’s Tourism Minister Fatima bint Jaafar Al Sairafi held a series of meetings with international tourism, travel, hospitality and investment leaders on the sidelines of the 26th World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC) Global Summit in Valletta, Malta, from October 7 to 9.
WTTC sets out eight priorities to strengthen Europe’s tourism competitiveness
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has outlined eight priorities to boost Europe’s tourism competitiveness, focusing on investment, seamless travel, sustainability, workforce development, artificial intelligence, destination management and connectivity to support long-term sector growth.
Bahrain’s WTTC membership to boost global tourism partnerships
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
Bahrain’s membership of the World Travel & Tourism Council will strengthen its global tourism presence, attract investment and expand international cooperation, Tourism Minister Fatima Al Sairafi said, highlighting opportunities in innovation, sustainability, destination development and enhancing the visitor experience.
India to host 2027 WTTC Global Summit in New Delhi
Sun, 11 Oct 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has announced that India will host its Global Summit in New Delhi in 2027, bringing together leading travel and tourism executives, government officials and international industry stakeholders as the country’s tourism sector continues to expand.