Annual hotel revenues in Oman reached OMR297.3 million ($772 million) in 2025 – a new annual record and a year-on-year increase of more than 22%, said Cavendish Maxwell.
Emerald Cruises launched Emerald Kaia after a successful Red Sea and Suez Canal transit, debuting from Limassol. This follows successful trials of Emerald Astra, set to join Rhine, Main, and Danube itineraries in May 2026.
Skyscanner, a global leader in travel, has launched the Skyscanner app in ChatGPT, enabling travellers in the Middle East to search and find the best possible options and price choices for flights in ChatGPT.
ITB China has announced Zhejiang Province as the Official Partner Province of ITB China 2026 for China Inbound Travel. In this role, Zhejiang will showcase its diverse tourism offerings and refreshed destination image to the global travel industry.
Global Village, the region’s premier multicultural family destination for entertainment, dining, shopping and attractions, is set to welcome guests back this Monday, 20 April starting from 5:00 PM.
Ethiopia has unveiled an ambitious national tourism strategy aimed at positioning the country among Africa's leading emerging destinations, while simultaneously advancing a landmark project to construct the continent's largest international airport.
Jeddah is witnessing a tourism surge while hosting the knockout stages of the AFC Champions League Elite Finals Jeddah 2026, running until April 25, with strong attendance from fans across Asia.
Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Tourism welcomed the first groups of pilgrims arriving in Makkah and Madinah, organising reception events that reflect Saudi hospitality and the Kingdom’s commitment to serving pilgrims.
Etihad Airways has announced a significant expansion of its Africa network, adding new routes to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe from Abu Dhabi, as part of its continued global growth strategy.
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has elevated its premium travel experience across all flights connecting Abu Dhabi to Mumbai and New Delhi, both operating four times daily.
