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.
Visit Qatar receives GCC award for workforce nationalisation
Thu, 08 Oct 2026
Visit Qatar has received a GCC-level award recognising Outstanding Companies in Workforce Nationalisation for its efforts to empower national talent within Qatar’s tourism sector.
WTTC honours Corinthia founder Alfred Pisani with Icon Award
Thu, 08 Oct 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has honoured Alfred Pisani, Founder and Executive Chairman of Corinthia, with its prestigious WTTC Icon Award for his lifetime contribution to hospitality and tourism.
WTTC, ICC join forces to support travel, tourism SMEs
Sun, 04 Oct 2026
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) and the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to strengthen the growth, competitiveness and global voice of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the Travel & Tourism sector.
Oberoi unveils plans for luxury resort in Saudi Arabia’s Wadi Safar
Wed, 30 Sep 2026
Oberoi Hotels & Resorts has announced The Oberoi Sukoonvilas, Wadi Safar, a luxury resort under development in Diriyah, northwest of Riyadh. Scheduled to open in Q1 2027, the property will become the first hotel to welcome guests in Wadi Safar, an emerging Saudi tourism destination.
Flexibility, value shape Dubai’s 2026 tourism market: Radisson RED
Mon, 28 Sep 2026
Dubai’s tourism market is entering the final quarter of 2026 with rising visitor numbers and hotel occupancy. Radisson RED Dubai Silicon Oasis recorded occupancy growth to 82.3% in August, as travellers increasingly prioritise flexibility, value and business-leisure experiences when booking stays.
GCC tourism generates $254.7bn as sector advances towards 2030 goals
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
Tourism’s economic value in the Gulf Cooperation Council reached $254.7 billion in 2025, supporting 4.5 million jobs, as the sector strengthens its contribution to regional economies and expands its presence in the global tourism market, according to GCC-Stat.
GCC tourism sector shows signs of recovery as business travel returns
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
The GCC’s tourism sector is showing signs of recovery following significant disruption from the regional conflict, according to Richard Stolz, Partner – Tourism at Roland Berger Middle East.
AI is changing tourism faster than businesses can digest: travel tech leaders
Sun, 27 Sep 2026
As World Tourism Day is marked today, Belvera Partners has brought travel technology leaders together to examine how AI is accelerating changes across tourism. The speakers highlighted its growing impact on destination discovery, direct bookings, customer experiences and the wider travel value chain.