Middle East

October 4, 2026

Inside the Transformation of Madaba into Jordan’s Premier Heritage Hub

Explore Madaba, Jordan’s City of Mosaics. See how ancient Byzantine art and heritage trails turn a quick stop into a top multi-day destination.

a stylish couple enjoying breakfast on a high-end rooftop terrace overlooking Dubai’s modern skyline, with palm trees, elegant furnishings, and the Burj Khalifa under a bright

October 4, 2026

Saudi Arabia Unites With Bahrain And More Attracting Global Visitors Amid Hospitality Surge

Saudi Arabia records an 18 per cent jump in licensed hospitality facilities, boosting room supply and lowering accommodation rates for global travellers

October 4, 2026

How Oman’s Planned Tourist Port in Khasab Will Transform Musandam Travel

Plans for Oman's new tourist port in Khasab, Musandam. Dedicated terminals will streamline cruise transit, dhow tours, and regional travel.

October 3, 2026

Iran’s Ancient Jiroft: How a 5,000-Year-Old Civilization Is Pioneering Family Heritage Tourism

Explore Iran's 5,000-year-old Jiroft civilization through family heritage tourism and interactive Bronze Age archaeology.

October 3, 2026

Oman Broadens Heritage Tourism With Bookable October Stays Built Around Forts Museums and Cultural Experiences

Oman expands heritage tourism with bookable October stays linking forts museums and cultural experiences.

October 3, 2026

From Ur to Babylon: How Iraq Is Reopening the Cradle of Civilization

Explore the 15,000 ancient sites of Iraq. Discover Babylon, Ur, and Hatra with this guide to Mesopotamia's heritage revival, safety, and travel logistics.

October 2, 2026

Fujairah Hiking Season: Official Guide to Reopened Trails & Safety Standards

Discover the new adventure season reopening all trails in Fujairah. Explore activities, safety standards & tips. Read the full guide here.

Saudi Arabia licenses AMAALA and Shura marinas

October 1, 2026

Saudi Arabia Grants New Operating Licences to AMAALA and Shura Marinas, Boosting Red Sea Yachting, Tourism and Marine Services

Saudi Arabia licenses AMAALA and Shura marinas, strengthening Red Sea yachting, tourism, safety and premium marine services.

Ultra-realistic luxury airport lounge at dusk with a woman in an emerald suit holding a passport, seated beside floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking an illuminated runway and passenger aircraft

October 1, 2026

Diplomatic Crosscurrents at United Nations Signal Rising Vulnerabilities Across Global Travel and Aviation

Diplomatic clashes at the UN spotlight mounting risks for global tourism, as Middle East volatility threatens aviation routes, passenger safety, and sector trust

The iconic Treasury facade carved into pink sandstone cliffs at the ancient city of Petra in Jordan.

October 1, 2026

Petra Welcomes 44000 International Visitors as Tourism Recovers

Petra recorded 44,000 visitors in September following flight stabilization. Read the full analysis of Jordan's ancient rose city tourism numbers

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