Six Senses Southern Dunes, The Red Sea will take guests on a journey into seldom-experienced nature, wildlife and culture, setting new standards in sustainability and desert hospitality as Saudi Arabia drops its pin on the global tourism map.
Middle East tourism sector to recover by over 25%
If governments prioritise Travel & Tourism, jobs in the sector could reach 6.6m in 2022 approaching pre-pandemic levels.
Dusit International makes its Oman debut
Deluxe family-friendly resort uniquely puts guests next to abrand new Adventure Park on the stunning Saiq Plateau.
Middle East members meet as UNWTO opens new office
Members of the UNWTO Regional Commission for the Middle East have agreed to work on the creation of harmonized protocols to support the resumption of regional travel in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
UNWTO opens first Middle East regional office
UNWTO now closer to its Members and advancing on its commitment to guiding the development of tourism in every global region.
Middle East’s Ramadan hotel occupancy approached 2019 level
The Middle East reported Ramadan hotel occupancy levels that were improved from last year and only slightly below the 2019 comparable.
Radisson Hotel Dubai DAMAC Hills opens
This latest addition brings the group’s presence to 14 hotels in the United Arab Emirates and 77 hotels, resorts and serviced apartments in operation and under development across the Middle East.
Paul Boldy named Managing Director at RLA Global Middle East
RLA Global announces the appointment of Paul Boldy to the role of Managing Director of RLA Global, Middle East.
Middle East and Africa hotel performance for 2020
Hotels in both the Middle East and Africa reported all-time lows in occupancy and revenue per available room.
Middle East hotel construction pipeline continues to decline
The Middle East’s pipeline is down for the fifth consecutive quarter.
