TOURISE debuts Agentic Tourism Initiative, pioneering protocol for intelligent travel
Sat, 15 Nov 2025
The Agentic Tourism Initiative was unveiled on Friday at the inaugural TOURISE Summit, introducing the world’s first Agentic Protocol for Tourism, a universal digital framework set to transform every stage of the traveller’s journey.
flynas launches "Saudi Experiences" to boost tourism, support communities
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
flynas, a low-cost airline in the Middle East, announced the launch of the "Saudi Experiences" initiative. This is in collaboration with the Saudi Tourism Authority.
Tourism Development Fund signs $186m deals at TOURISE
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
On the second day of its participation in TOURISE Forum 2025, the Tourism Development Fund, the Saudi Arabia’s national enabler for the tourism sector, witnessed the signing of strategic agreements worth over SAR700 million ($186 million).
Asfar plans Al Baha, Yanbu projects under new phase of investments
Thu, 13 Nov 2025
The Saudi Tourism Investment Company (Asfar), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, has announced a new phase of its strategic tourism investments through promising tourism development projects in Al Baha and Yanbu.
WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia to highlight the Kingdom's expanding tourism
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
As Saudi Arabia advances its Vision 2030 agenda, the first WTM Spotlight in Saudi Arabia will convene global travel leaders in Riyadh from September 29 to October 1, 2026. The event will connect international and Saudi travel communities to explore the Kingdom's rapidly expanding inbound and outbound tourism markets.
QTM 2025 opens this month with conferences on tourism's future
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
The world of travel and tourism will once again converge in Doha as the fourth edition of Qatar Travel Mart (QTM) opens its doors from November24 to 26, 2025 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC).
King Salman Airport signs MoU to boost transport-tourism integration
Wed, 12 Nov 2025
King Salman International Airport (KSIA), a Public Investment Fund (PIF) company, signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) to cooperate in the promotion of domestic tourism, develop air connectivity, and enhance the traveller and visitor experience.
UN Tourism Assembly ends with adoption of Riyadh Declaration of Tourism
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
The 26th session of the UN Tourism General Assembly concluded with the adoption of the Riyadh Declaration on the Future of Tourism, a momentous step taken by member states toward enhanced cooperation over the next 50 years.
Eight agreements to develop tourism, cultural destinations in Madinah
Tue, 11 Nov 2025
Al Madinah Region Development Authority oversaw the signing of eight cooperation agreements to advance tourism and cultural destinations across the region, as part of its participation in the Saudi Land 2025 pavilion.
Collaboration key to tackle overtourism say experts at WTM London
Fri, 07 Nov 2025
World Travel Market London 2025 focused on overtourism on the final day of the show on Thursday with experts urging measures from the tourism industry to tackle the situation.
Maldives unveils sustainable townships plan a foundation of diversified economy
Thu, 06 Nov 2025
The Maldives is moving to expand its tourism model to create a new category of sustainable townships, designed for large-scale, integrated developments that combine hospitality, residential real estate, health, education, and renewable energy infrastructure.
UN Tourism, Swiss University link tourism, fashion
Thu, 06 Nov 2025
UN Tourism and Università della Svizzera italiana (USI) have again partnered to spotlight inspiring examples of how fashion can drive cultural tourism, boost local trade, and spark innovation in destinations around the world.
Almosafer, VisitBritain boost Saudi tourism to Britain
Thu, 06 Nov 2025
Almosafer, Saudi Arabia’s leading travel company (part of Seera Group), has expanded its strategic partnership with VisitBritain, Britain’s national tourism agency, to further promote Britain as a top destination for Saudi travellers.
DCT Abu Dhabi, Amadeus partner to drive tourism growth
Thu, 06 Nov 2025
The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has expanded its partnership with Amadeus, announced at World Travel Market London. This collaboration aims to increase visitor numbers to Abu Dhabi by over 60% through Amadeus Digital Media platforms compared to the previous year.
Ministers see investment, education as vital for tourism's potential
Wed, 05 Nov 2025
Ministers gathered at WTM London 2025 shared their views on how smarter, more inclusive investment models can help destinations to share more widely the benefits of travel and tourism.
Sarawak Tourism Board showcases culture, sustainability at WTM London
Tue, 04 Nov 2025
Sarawak Tourism Board (STB) will make its largest-ever appearance at World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, taking place from 4th – 6th November 2025 at ExCeL London, as the state strengthens its global tourism positioning ahead of Visit Malaysia Year (VMY) 2026.
WTM London 2025 opens, marking its largest edition
Tue, 04 Nov 2025
World Travel Market (WTM) London, one of the world's largest travel and tourism event, will open today (November 4) and run until November 6 at Excel London, with a unifying theme across all stages and sessions: Reimagining Travel in a Changing World—for the first time this year.
Saudi, Bahraini Tourism Ministers discuss boosting cooperation
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Fatima Al Sairafi, Minister of Tourism, met with Ahmed bin Aqeel Al Khateeb, Minister of Tourism of Saudi Arabia, to discuss enhancing tourism cooperation between the two countries. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the Gateway Gulf Investment Forum 2025.
Tourism365 to showcase Abu Dhabi's global appeal at WTM
Sat, 01 Nov 2025
Tourism365, the tourism arm of ADNEC Group, a Modon Holding company, has announced that it is taking part in World Travel Market (WTM) London 2025, to highlight Abu Dhabi’s global appeal as a tourism hub and further cement the UAE’s position on the international stage.
Saudi Arabia aims to double tourism's share in GDP
Thu, 30 Oct 2025
Tourism is one of the key pillars of Saudi Vision 2030, highlighting its pivotal role in diversifying the national economy and creating jobs, affirmed Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Saudi Arabia's Minister of Tourism.
Ras Al Khaimah launches app for tourism workforce wellbeing
Thu, 30 Oct 2025
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has unveiled BeRAK, an employee engagement and wellbeing platform designed to connect, motivate, inspire and reward the people behind the Emirate’s thriving tourism sector.