Uae News
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi crowned The Middle East’s leading beach destination for 12th year
For the 12th consecutive year, Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi has been titled as the “Middle East’s Leading Beach Destination” by the World Travel Awards, dubbed the “Oscars of the Travel Industry”, reaffirming its position as the Middle East’s #BestBeach destination.
Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A Set to Boost Passenger Capacity with Enhancements
From November 1st, Abu Dhabi International Airport Terminal A, will begin operations bringing a major increase to passenger capacity in Abu Dhabi and strengthening the emirate’s standing as a global aviation hub.
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi breaks the Guinness World Records™ title for messages in bottles
Saadiyat Island Abu Dhabi was awarded the Guinness World Records™ title for the largest display of messages in bottles. The destination’s achievement stands as a testament to its uniqueness and was celebrated with a memorable stunt. 1,100 bottles, each containing a unique message, were collected, and prominently displayed at Saadiyat Beach.
Ras Al Khaimah Awarded EarthCheck Silver Certification in a Sustainability First for the Middle East
The Emirate is the first destination in the Middle East to be awarded EarthCheck Sustainable Destinations Silver Certification, and only one of the few globally. Silver Certification reinforces Ras Al Khaimah’s ambition to become the UAE’s and the region’s sustainable tourism leader by 2025. Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority launched its own certification program for Ras Al Khaimah tourism partners, Responsible RAK, powered by EarthCheck’s science and data
Minor Hotels announces Anantara Santorini Abu Dhabi Retreat in the UAE
Minor Hotels, a hotel owner, operator, and investor, currently with a portfolio of 530 hotels and resorts in 56 countries across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Europe, the Americas, Africa and the Indian Ocean, announces the upcoming opening of a new ultra-private luxury resort in the United Arab Emirates.
Wizz Air Abu Dhabi Expands Fleet to Meet Growing Demand for Ultra-Low-Fare Travel
The national airline adds a new state-of-the-art Airbus A321 aircraft to its modern and sustainable fleet, taking total aircraft to 11
UAE’s Yas, Saadiyat islands ‘great and safe’ investment destinations
The UAE’s Yas and Saadiyat islands have emerged as safe havens for investment thanks to the endeavors of the Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism in grooming them as luxury destinations, said the CEO of a real estate development firm.
Rove Hotels’ regional expansion targets over 10,000 Hotel Rooms in the next 5 years
The hotel chain currently boasts over 3,400 operational hotel rooms across its properties
Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt lead $1.9tn hospitality and residential push
Saudi Arabia, UAE and Egypt are the driving forces behind the Middle East’s $1.9tn hospitality and residential project development boom.
Ras Al Khaimah to get its own Nikki Beach Resort & Spa
The Nikki Beach Resort & Spa Ras Al Khaimah will feature 155 rooms and villas
Abu Dhabi’s Inaugural Travel & Tourism Week Set to Drive Economic Impact for the Emirate
The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced Abu Dhabi Travel & Tourism Week (25-30 September), a platform which brings together the emirate’s travel and tourism industry to foster growth and reinforce Abu Dhabi’s status as a global tourism hub.
UAE to have 9,200 more hotel rooms by the end of 2023
Approximately 154,000 rooms are expected to be operating in Dubai’s hospitality sector