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Saudi Land Inspires at ATM 2025 with a Thrilling Lineup for the Summer Season
The immersive “Saudi Land” pavilion at Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, showcases the vibrancy and variety of the country’s ever-expanding tourism offering. From the lush peaks of Aseer to the blooming corals of the Saudi Red Sea, pristine beaches and thrumming cities, Saudi offers unique experiences for all.
DET receives Sustainable Stand Award at Arabian Travel Market
Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) was presented with the Sustainable Stand Award at this year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), which concludes tomorrow (Thursday 1st May) at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). DET was recognised by an independent panel of judges due to the fact that 84% of their exhibition stand was built from reused materials, 100% of the materials used were locally sourced and sustainable and DET achieved a targeted reduction in carbon emissions of approximately 10% exemplifying a high-impact, data-driven approach to sustainable exhibiting.
TOURISM MALAYSIA HIGHLIGHTS VISIT MALAYSIA YEAR 2026 CAMPAIGN AT ARABIAN TRAVEL MARKET 2025
The Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture Malaysia, through its agency Tourism Malaysia is once again participating in Arabian Travel Market (ATM) to target more tourists from West Asia. Tourism Malaysia also launched VM2026 latest video which highlights surreal experiences in Malaysia. The travel exhibition runs from 28th April to 1st May.
Etihad Airways Signs Memorandum of Cooperation with the Tourism Authority of Thailand
Etihad Airways signs a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) with the Tourism Authority of Thailand to strengthen the relationship between the Kingdom of Thailand and the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, at Arabian Travel Market 2025. The agreement aims to promote tourism to Thailand through Etihad’s extensive global network. Aligning with Etihad’s mission to deliver extraordinary travel experiences, the MoC will see both organisations advocating high-quality travel experiences in Thailand through collaborative activities and promotion.
The Next Big Step to Attract High-Value Tourists to the GCC
The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) tourism sector is undergoing a transformation fuelled by infrastructure investment and experience-led development, as revealed in the Connecting Travel Insights Report 2025. Powered by Mabrian, the global travel intelligence platform, the report identifies critical growth opportunities for the region—including leveraging air connectivity, refining guest experiences, and tapping into high-potential segments like bleisure and younger travellers.
Driving Connectivity: The Transformative Role of Ground Transportation in Travel Strategies
Ground transportation took center stage at Arabian Travel Market 2025 during a dynamic panel titled 'Driving Connectivity: The Transformative Role of Ground Transportation in Travel Strategies.' Held on the Global Stage, the session brought together key leaders driving innovation in mobility across the travel and tourism ecosystem.
Don’t Miss This: Incredible Video Highlights from Day 3 at ATM 2025!
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Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism to Reach a Record ₺5.2TN This Year
Türkiye’s Travel & Tourism sector is set to soar to new heights in 2025, according to the latest data from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC), cementing the country’s status as one of the world’s most popular and most resilient destinations.
Miral announces record-breaking visitation on Yas Island and Saadiyat Island in 2024
Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi, announced remarkable achievements in visitation numbers in 2024 across Yas Island and Saadiyat Island, experiencing significant growth while setting new records.
Emirates strengthens collaboration with Tourist Boards
Emirates has signed another seven Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) on the side-lines of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) with the tourism boards and ministries of Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Morocco, Seychelles, Bahamas, Warsaw and Nigeria to bolster visitor arrivals and boost the appeal of each destination.
Minister of Tourism Announces Major Push for Visa Facilitation for GCC Visitors
Minister of Tourism, Hon Edmund Bartlett, yesterday announced a major push to streamline visa procedures for visitors from the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, aiming to boost tourism and strengthen economic ties. The new measures will focus on simplifying visa application processes for visitors from Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman.
KAYAK Launches KAYAK.ai to Pilot AI-First Features for Tech-Savvy Travelers
Today, KAYAK is rolling out KAYAK.ai where real-time travel information meets conversational search. KAYAK.ai delivers the most up to date, comprehensive pricing information from 400+ providers in a chat-first format that travelers can trust.