The market extent of GCC outbound travel and tourism is expected to display a growth rate (CAGR) of 15.8% in the course of 2024-2032. Growing penchants for sustainable travel choices like eco-friendly housings and low-impact happenings, increasing proclivity for studying abroad and the rising admiration of cooking shows and food-centric media signify some of the important facets propelling the market.

Hilton, in partnership with Winnow and ne’ma, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) National Food Loss and Waste initiative, has revealed the outcomes of its ‘Green Breakfast’ pilot program. This initiative, implemented across 13 hotels in the UAE over four months, achieved an impressive 62% reduction in both pre- and post-consumer food waste during breakfast operations. As a company deeply rooted in the belief that hospitality can be a positive force, Hilton is steadfast in its commitment to waste reduction globally. The hotel chain aims to implement food waste reduction programs in all kitchens and is actively taking measures on both a global scale and within the UAE to minimize food waste across its diverse brand portfolio.

Etihad Airways has earned the prestigious title of ‘Design Airline of the Year 2023’ at the annual DesignAir Awards. The UAE’s national airline also clinched the ‘Most Improved Airline Brand’ accolade. These accolades come on the heels of a triumphant performance at the global edition of the World Travel Awards 2023 on December 1, where Etihad secured three wins for Best Customer Experience, Best Economy Class, and Best First Class Lounge.

 In a tribute to the UAE national day, Air India Express offers 15% off on all international flights for direct channel bookings made till 3rd December 2023, for travel from 2nd December 2023 to 31st March 2024. Logged-in members also get a complimentary fresh fruit platter for bookings made on the airline’s award-winning mobile app and website. 

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is known for its stunning skyscrapers, luxurious lifestyle, and cultural diversity. In a significant stride towards embracing diverse cultures, the UAE has recently unveiled its first Hindu stone temple, adding a new chapter to its rich tapestry of religious coexistence.

During the UAE Year of Sustainability, and the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels organized in Dubai, eight establishing units declared the introduction of the ‘Air-CRAFT’ enterprise – which is a UAE-based research association dedicated toward increasing, creating and ascending sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) know-hows.

Emirates has joined the pioneering UAE research group, Air-CRAFT, dedicated to advancing renewable and advanced aviation fuels. The consortium was launched at the 3rd ICAO Conference on Aviation and Alternative Fuels and is supported by the UAE Ministry of Energy …

Parts of the UAE is under heavy rain and thunderstorms from Friday morning. They are Abu Dhabi, Al Ain, Dubai, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah, Sharjah and Ajman.

Al Rais Travel, the official DMC partner of Arabian Travel Market (ATM), the Middle East’s leading event for inbound and outbound travel and tourism professionals, has highlighted the latest trends supporting the growth of the tourism industry in the UAE, Saudi Arabia and the rest of the GCC, as visitor numbers from key source markets including the UK and China continue to rise.

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority launches a unique tourism advertising campaign starring a cute kitten. The campaign, dubbed “All About You,” emphasizes a customer-centric experience, promoting Ras Al Khaimah as a place where tourist preferences take center stage. The …