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Almosafer partners with Visit Oman to fuel growth of inbound tourism
Almosafer, the most holistic travel platform from Saudi Arabia, and Visit Oman have signed a partnership agreement at World Travel Market to boost leisure tourism to Oman from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and the United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Global tourism reached around 70% of the pre-pandemic levels
Global tourism has currently reached around 70 percent of the pre-pandemic levels, according to the UN World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
Emirates adds 5 new Boeing 777-200LR freighters to order book
Emirates has announced a firm order for 5 new Boeing 777-200LR freighter aircraft, with 2 units to be delivered in 2024 and the remaining 3 units in 2025. The agreement, worth over US$ 1.7 billion at list prices, takes the airline’s total order book to 200 wide-body aircraft.
TAT announces winners of Responsible Thailand Awards 2022
The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) announced the winners of the Responsible Thailand Awards 2022 – the 15th edition of the much-valued accolades
Quito exhibits its tourist attractions at World Travel Market
Quito Turismo will be attending the new edition of the World Travel Market, from 7-9 November at ExCel (London). This is one of the most important international tourism events, with the aim of promoting the capital’s top tourism products to the British market and establishing relationships that will boost the flow of tourists.
Costa Navarino picks up WTM award for reducing plastic waste
Costa Navarino landed the silver award in the “Reduction of Plastic Waste in the Environment” category at this year’s WTM World Responsible Tourism Awards, as part of the international tourism exhibition World Travel Market 2022 in London.
UK IS FASTEST GROWING RECOVERY MARKET FOR JAMAICA
On the heels of the destination welcoming 2 million stopover arrivals last month, Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett has announced that the United Kingdom (UK), is the fastest growing recovery market for the island.
Bagatelle Doha to open in Le Royal Méridien in time for World Cup
Cote d’Azur restaurant brand Bagatelle expands into Qatar . Bagatelle Doha will open within the Le Royal Méridien Doha hotel. When it does, it will feature both a sit-down restaurant and a buzzy beach club.
DCT – Abu Dhabi asks hotels to drop all Covid restrictions
Visitors are not required to register their vaccination status with the Federal Authority for Identity and Citizenship before arrival and do not need Green Pass status on the Al Hosn app to access the many experiences and attractions.
Qatar Tourism launches destination art experience with David Beckham and English artist, Hugo Dalton
Qatar Tourism reveals an incredible live destination art experience featuring goalpost-shaped installations that frame some of Qatar’s most picturesque views David Beckham has captured a picture in front of one of the goalposts to mark the launch
Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México Welcomes Guests to a Verdant Refuge on the Pacific Coast
Deeply committed to preservation of the natural landscape, celebrating Mexico's rich heritage and providing the ultimate luxury travel experience, Four Seasons Resort Tamarindo, México is now welcoming guests to a pristine coastal reserve that for centuries has been completely off the grid – until now.
SAMSARA LUGGAGE MAKES THE HEADLINES AS THE UN-CARRIER ON TAKES THE TRAVEL WORLD BY STORM
Samsara's latest smart suitcase is equipped with standout tech features including Tag Smart luggage tracker, wireless charging, and USB-C port for corded charging.