Minister of Tourism, Hon. Edmund Bartlett has revealed that a special fund, valued at over $1 Billion, has been established to assist tourism workers who have been negatively impacted by hurricane Melissa.

Discover the best hidden-gem restaurants in London where locals really eat, from Israeli favourites like Honey & Co and Delamina to design-led Middle Eastern havens such as Coal Office.

Golf in Saudi has swiftly evolved from a niche pursuit into one of the country’s fastest-growing sports, powered by world-class facilities, a growing tournament calendar, and global recognition. With cutting-edge courses set against diverse landscapes, Saudi is emerging as a destination where the game meets excellence. Driven by significant investment and international attention, the sport is attracting elite players and fans from around the world. Hosting major tournaments such as the Saudi International and LIV Golf, Saudi has solidified its place on the global golf map - with renowned names like Ian Poulter, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau, and Dustin Johnson among the regulars on its courses.

Global leisure travel spending is projected to reach $15 trillion in 2040, up from $5 trillion in 2024. With an anticipated 7% annual uptick in leisure spending, the Middle East is expected to outperform all markets except Asia Pacific during the next five years. Destinations, airlines, hotels and industry stakeholders from around the world will gather to explore these unprecedented opportunities at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2026, which will take place at the Dubai World Trade Centre from 4-7 May.

His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Executive Council, has officially inaugurated Natural History Museum Abu Dhabi, a landmark institution which reinforces the UAE's leadership in culture and scientific research. Located in Abu Dhabi's Saadiyat Cultural District, the museum offers an inspiring journey through 13.8 billion years of history spanning the creation of our universe and the story of life on Earth. It also serves as a centre for research and discovery, with onsite facilities that will undertake scientific research and contribute to global knowledge production.

Saudi Arabia giga-project NEOM has been recognised with the title of World's Leading Sustainable Health & Well-being Initiative 2025 by voters at the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards (WSTHA). The prize was revealed in front of hundreds of global leaders of sustainable tourism gathered in Dubai for the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards 2025. The VIP ceremony was held at Terra, Expo City Dubai and recognised the individuals and organisations that are accelerating change in net positive tourism.