Dubai has attracted 1.61 million international visitors in January 2019, with India being the top source market with 206,000 visitors. Total international guests shows a marginal increase with 1.61 million in 2019 compared to the 1.59 million visitors in 2018. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia stands second with 160,000 visitors and China stands third with 100,000 visitors. […]
Category Archives: Middle East
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Mar
Mar
Al Noor Island, one of Sharjah’s premier tourist and leisure destinations, is hosting the last leg of a month-long celebration of live oral tradition as part of the third edition of its International Storytelling Festival – Tales on the Island. To conclude on March 16, 2019, this one-of-a-kind cultural festival for children and adults themed […]
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Mar
Mar
The Saudi cabinet has recently announced a new visa category to woo international tourists to the country. Introduction of the special ‘event’ visas is part of plans by the Kingdom to become a major global entertainment destination. Foreign tourists can now choose from the growing number of sporting, entertainment and business attractions available in the country. […]
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Feb
Feb
As per a recent report released by Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the UAE’s inbound tourist footfall will touch 8.92 million by 2023, from its major 5 source markets. The upcoming Expo 2020 and its legacy, District 2020, are expected to have a positive impact on inbound arrivals to the UAE from the country’s top five […]
Middle East, News, Photo Stories
Enthralling shades of Sharjah Municipality during Sharjah Light Festival 2019
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Feb
Feb
The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]
16
Feb
Feb
The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]
16
Feb
Feb
The Sharjah Light Festival has been captivating spectators at the landmark buildings and public places in the city since 6th February 2019. Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Member of the Supreme Council and Ruler of Sharjah and under the theme ‘Culture and Family, the festival will […]
14
Feb
Feb
The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Prime Minister, has approved the signing of Memorandum of Understanding between the Ministry of Tourism, Government of the Republic of India and the Saudi Commission for Tourism and National Heritage of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for strengthening cooperation in the field of Tourism. The Memorandum of Understanding aims […]
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Feb
Feb
Qatar has achieved remarkable improvement in road safety during 2018. It was announced by Director-General of Traffic Major General Mohamed Saad al-Kharji, the National Traffic Safety Committee secretary Brigadier Mohamed Abdullah al-Maliki and Ministry of Interior’s (MoI) Statistical Analysis Office head Brigadier Ibrahim Saad al-Sulaiti in press conference on Sunday. The number of deaths in […]
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Feb
Feb
Etihad Airways was confirmed as the official partner of New York Fashion Week: The Shows Autumn/Winter 2019, taking place until 13 February. The airline also celebrates the second birthday of its successful Runway to Runway loyalty programme. New York Fashion Week is one of four major fashion weeks in the world, collectively known as the […]
08
Feb
Feb
The Dubai-based Emirates Airline has announced discounted fares for a number of destinations, including popular places like Munich, Vienna, Prague, London, Paris, Maldives, Seychelles, Manila, Mumbai, Delhi, Colombo and Hyderabad, if they intend to travel this month until May 31, 2019. Just in time for the holidays, the offers include return flights to multiple locations […]
Festival and Events, Middle East, News
Enjoy the Chinese New Year in Dubai this weekend with exciting events and promotions
07
Feb
Feb
To celebrate the Chinese New Year, Dubai Festivals and Retail Establishment (DFRE) has announced a variety of events and promotions taking place across Dubai this weekend, cementing the city’s position as one of the best places to celebrate this special occasion: LEGOLAND Dubai will host LEGO themed fun activities for the Chinese New Year this […]
07
Feb
Feb
When thinking about visiting Kuwait, the first thing come in to mind would be the Kuwiat Towers or the Grand Mosque. However, there are destination other than the popular tourist sites in the city. Failaka Island is such an option, which has been becoming a preferred destinations in Kuwait. Located along the northern part of Persian […]
03
Feb
Feb
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the UAE, has announced a strategic partnership with Microsoft to launch the first ever in-house AI Academy in the region, which will revolutionise the way the airline serves its customers by upskilling its workforce, optimising operations and creating alternate revenue streams. As part of the AI Academy, all Etihad […]
03
Feb
Feb
His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, has inaugurated Burj Jumeira, the new tower set to be built in the Al Sufouh neighbourhood of Dubai. Accompanied by His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai International […]